What are the effects of hormonal changes on adipose tissue?
Adipose tissue, or body fat, is also affected by hormonal changes. Insulin promotes the storage of glucose as fat, while glucagon stimulates the breakdown of stored fat into fatty acids. Cortisol, a stress hormone, can also promote fat accumulation, particularly in the abdominal region. Hormonal imbalances, such as those seen in metabolic syndrome, can lead to altered adipose tissue histology, characterized by increased fat cell size and number.
