Chronic stress forces the body to divert energy away from vital maintenance and anti-aging processes to fuel a constant fight-or-flight response. This reallocation of resources means the body sacrifices long-term health to manage immediate perceived threats, which can lead to visible signs of premature aging. Research indicates that stress hormones can increase energy expenditure by 60%, effectively stealing energy from the systems that keep you young.
What is the relationship between chronic stress and the body's aging process?
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