10 Low Cortisol Symptoms
Symptom #3: Weight Loss
Weight loss occurs when there is reduction of total body mass due to loss of adipose tissue, muscle mass, fluid, bone mineral deposits, and various connective tissue. It can occur intentionally or unintentionally. When it occurs intentionally, it is usually as a conscious effort to improve the state of health or appearance. Unintentional weight loss can occur due to disease or malnourishment.
There are four general mechanisms that lead to weight loss: impaired food intake, impaired absorption or digestion of nutrients, excessive loss of nutrients, and altered requirements. Weight loss may occur in person’s with low cortisol as cortisol plays a role in metabolism.
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