Tiffany has been under a great deal of stress during the past year and has experienced unexplained weight gain. Which of the following hormones may be linked to her weight gain?

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Cortisol is a hormone associated with stress and has been linked to weight gain, especially in the abdominal area. Elevated levels of cortisol can lead to increased insulin resistance, which can result in weight gain. Epinephrine and norepinephrine are associated with the body's fight or flight response and do not typically result in weight gain. Insulin, while important in regulating blood sugar levels and metabolism, is more commonly associated with weight loss when there is not enough of it being produced by the body (as in type 1 diabetes).

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