![]() ![]() While cortisol’s purpose is to keep you alive in a high-danger situation, the instinct to eat “unhealthy” foods doesn’t actually benefit you when your body’s stress response is caused by a spinal misalignment. That means we often crave sugary, high-fat foods when cortisol is dictating hunger. One of the functions of cortisol is to increase hunger and cravings to ensure that we take in enough calories during a high-stress situation. However, prolonged elevated cortisol levels in response to a chronic misalignment can lead to weight gain. Cortisol is released when we’re under stress to help activate our fight-or-flight response. If pain and tension at the site of a spinal misalignment trigger the production of a stress hormone called cortisol, you could be in for a vicious cycle of weight gain. ![]() It’s a major “light bulb” moment if you’re struggling with weight gain. Being in a physically distressed state is linked with weight gain. This creates a cascade of symptoms that can include:Ī spinal misalignment throws your body into a state of distress. Your body is on “red alert” due to the compression caused by the spinal misalignment. This creates a stress response throughout the central nervous system and musculoskeletal system. When you have a spinal misalignment, part of your spine has been shifted out of its proper position. Let’s talk about what a spinal misalignment really means for your body. Let’s take a look at the surprising link between spinal alignment and weight.Ī Spinal Misalignment Can Make the Whole Body Imbalanced That’s why spinal misalignments cannot be ignored when you’re focusing on getting healthy. If you’re familiar with the holistic approach to health, you already know that what happens in one part of the body impacts every part of the body. Are spinal alignment and weight-loss connected? You might find this conversation fascinating if you’re battling stubborn weight. ![]()
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