Question

which stress hormone is believed to be linked to obesity?
multiple choice
melatonin
serotonin
epinephrine
cortisol

Explanation:

Melatonin is related to sleep - wake cycles. Serotonin is involved in mood regulation. Epinephrine is associated with the "fight - or - flight" response. Cortisol is a stress hormone. Chronic stress leads to elevated cortisol levels. Cortisol can increase appetite, especially for high - calorie foods, and promote fat storage (especially abdominal fat), which is linked to obesity.

Answer:

Cortisol