Stress can make you gain weight. How? Firstly, you'll be more tempted to overeat and snack on unhealthy treats. Secondly, when you are in a stressful situation, your brain tells your cells to release a burst of adrenaline, so you can fight or run from the ‘danger’ it perceives you to be in. You also get a surge of cortisol, which tells your body to replenish energy, and this can make you very hungry. Your body will continue to release cortisol while you remain stressed, so prolonged periods
