#cortisolinflammation

The Cortisol → Inflammation → Fat Storage Chain Reaction

High morning cortisol increases pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-6, TNF-α) → systemic low-grade inflammation rises → insulin resistance worsens → the body prioritizes fat storage over fat release to “protect” against perceived stress. This chain is one of the most common reasons women over 40 struggle with central weight gain despite eating well. Supporting a balanced morning cortisol response helps interrupt this cycle early and reduces the inflammatory load. Cortisol AM works in this exact window to help calm the starting signal.