So my theoretical take on this is
Due the fact you feel less down, and more relaxed and happy you release
So, they make you feel good! which means you have less stress, which leads to lower levels of cortisol, which leads to lower insulin sensitivity which leads to less fat storage.
- Feel good/work out –> 2. endorfins –> 3, lower levels of cortiso –> 4. lower insulin sensitivity(also lower craving for sweets) –> 5. less craving for sugary and fat stuff(not sure if this is 100% correct though
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