My Honest Review of this Exceptional Book as a Beta Reader, Editor, and 10 Pound Fat Loser in 3 Months
Cortisol Clarity Explaining a Multifaceted Hormone for Stress, Metabolic Health, and Beyond
Do you want to lose 10 pounds of belly Fat in 3 months like me?
Cortisol clarity not only gave me mental clarity but also helped me lose 10 pounds of visceral fat in 3 months.
I recently read and provided feedback to a book titled Cortisol Clarity written by Dr Mehmet Yildiz who is author of multiple books, a cognitive scientist, and an executive consultant in the healthcare industry. After reading the manuscript and listening to it in my Google Play, I decided to write a review highlighting what I learned from the book.
Cortisol, often branded as the “stress hormone,” is much more than just a hormonal drama queen. It’s like the body’s emergency alert system, gearing us up to face challenges by flooding us with energy and temporarily putting non-essential functions — like digestion and immunity — on pause during moments of acute stress.
While this life-saving mechanism works wonders in the short term, chronic cortisol elevation can lead to some not-so-cute side effects, like weight gain, fatigue, and mental health hiccups.
Unlike more straightforward hormones — like insulin, which plays the role of the sugar police, or melatonin, the bedtime fairy — cortisol is at the crossroads of pretty much every critical physiological and psychological system.
That’s why it’s essential to view cortisol not just as a hormone, but as a window into how we live, think, and (try to) adapt.
Why Cortisol is Unique and Tricky
Multifaceted Role
At its core, cortisol is the body’s chief alarm system, kicking into gear when things get tough. It’s like a personal hype man, mobilizing glucose for energy, boosting focus, and putting the brakes on less crucial tasks like digestion or immune function during stress.
However, when the alarm never turns off, it throws the body’s balance into chaos, triggering chronic stress and a parade of health problems.
Elevated cortisol can mess with memory, cloud judgment, and stoke anxiety — creating a vicious cycle of constant stress.
On the flip side, low cortisol (think burnout or PTSD) can leave people feeling completely wiped out and unmotivated.
Influence of Modern Life
Unlike other hormones that respond to clear-cut triggers, cortisol is like the world’s most adaptable hormone. It reacts to nearly everything in modern life: emotional challenges, exercise, sleep patterns, and even things like noise or too much screen time.
Our 24/7 connected world — full of deadlines, notifications, and social pressures — keeps cortisol levels perpetually on high alert, something our ancestors couldn’t even fathom.
This makes cortisol the hormone equivalent of a bridge, connecting our body, brain, and the pressures of modern living.
Circadian Rhythm
Cortisol also follows a daily rhythm: it peaks in the morning to help us rise and shine, then tapers off at night to prepare us for rest.
But don’t be fooled — it’s very picky about its schedule. Disruptions from erratic sleep patterns, late-night screen binges, or shift work can throw this rhythm off track, leading to everything from insomnia to chronic fatigue.
Restoring this rhythm is essential for getting cortisol (and your life) back in balance.
Broader Impacts and Interconnections
Cortisol doesn’t just stay in its lane — it has a finger in every bodily pie.
It plays off insulin to regulate blood sugar, teams up with leptin and ghrelin to influence appetite, and even impacts thyroid and reproductive hormones, affecting everything from metabolism to fertility.
Plus, cortisol plays a starring role in immune and inflammatory responses, which links it to conditions like autoimmune disorders and cardiovascular disease. Learning about the HPA Axis and complex nervous system in simple words was a bonus for my education.
Taming cortisol imbalances can bring better health by addressing these interconnected systems.
Purpose of the Book: Demystifying Cortisol
Dr. Mehmet Yildiz wrote Cortisol Clarity to take this hormone from the realm of confusion to clear understanding.
Blending scientific insights with real-world stories and practical strategies, the book helps readers manage cortisol in a holistic way. It’s not just about slapping a quick fix on it but about adjusting lifestyle, mindset, and cultural factors that are the real culprits.
Highlighting both the art and science of cortisol management, Dr. Yildiz examines how cortisol interacts with the modern world and offers actionable tools to help readers master stress management and build resilience.
By focusing on healthy lifestyle and growth mindset, the book gives readers the framework they need to make informed, empowered health decisions.
The book explores how cortisol shapes our stress responses, providing readers with the tools to take back control of their health.
By offering practical insights, Dr. Yildiz guides readers through the cortisol maze and helps them not just survive, but thrive, in today’s fast-paced world.
For the Fat Losers (Yes, I’m Talking to You)
Let’s talk about results. After reading the first draft of Cortisol Clarity, I didn’t just walk away with a newfound respect for cortisol — I also shed 10 pounds.
And no, it wasn’t just the “I-forgot-to-eat” pounds, but real visceral fat. It’s like Dr. Yildiz’s book gave my cortisol a little pep talk and told it to start being more polite.
Now, I’m not saying the book itself melted the fat away — though that would be a great marketing pitch — I’m saying that once I understood how cortisol was secretly sabotaging my waistline, I got my act together.
It was like finally learning that the villain in your favorite movie wasn’t the creepy guy in the corner, but that one sneaky hormone you didn’t even know existed.
And just like that, the fat started to disappear, without even having to go on some crazy crash diet or join the latest “miracle” fitness trend. I got it checked with a DEXA scan to ensure after my belly shrank 3 inches.
So, if you’re looking for a good read and a little cortisol-induced weight loss motivation, Cortisol Clarity is your ticket to a leaner, happier you. And trust me, your belly fat will thank you after it turns into brown fat as Dr Yildiz beautifully articulated in a story.
But turning my white fat into brown fat felt like a scene from a sci-fi movie — kind of exciting but also a little terrifying. Getting used to cold showers in the morning? Let’s just say I wasn’t exactly jumping into the Arctic Ocean.
And replacing my beloved Red Bull with… well, anything that wasn’t Red Bull? Let’s just say my taste buds filed a formal complaint. It wasn’t exactly smooth sailing, but hey, my metabolism’s thanking me now!
I also read Cortisol Clarity on my Kindle after ordering it from Amazon:
Here is the table of contents to give you an idea from my Kindle:
You can listen to two beautifully narrated sample chapters here. As I did you can listen to it on Google Play too which can inspire you to lose actual belly fat in 2025.
Why is This Book a Gift to Society
Cortisol Clarity isn’t just a book but a survival guide for navigating the complexities of human biology in a world that moves too fast for its own good. Millions of people suffer from chronic stress as affected me before and I found myself in burnout.
Purposefully made available on January 1, 2025, in digital, paperback, and audio formats, the author designed Cortisol Clarity to equip readers with the tools to keep pace with life’s demands.
The paperback will be available by February 2, 2025, thanks to the wonderfully unpredictable timelines of publishing. Through this work, Dr. Yildiz offers a much-needed contribution to public health and personal well-being.
I repeat it again as it is critical for our health:
Cortisol clarity not only gave me mental clarity but also helped me lose 10 pounds of visceral fat in 3 months.
Here is how Dr Yildiz introduced this book to his audience here:
Cortisol Clarity: Why I Wrote a Book About Stress Hormone to Be Published on 1 January 2025
Chronic stress is a causal factor for major health conditions like insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, type II…medium.com
What Others Said About this Exceptional Book
I read several inspiring and insightful reviews by some of my favourite authors on this platform. I will link them to show you how much they liked this outstanding book like me. It is a must read book for everyone dealing with chronic stress, especially freelance writers as mentioned in this chapter.
A Thoughtful Dive into the Cortisol Labyrinth by Mike Broadly, DHSc a retired healthcare scientist and public health consultant.
Book Review: Cortisol Clarity by Dr Mehmet Yildiz by Dr. Gabriella Korosi, a public health professional.
Cortisol Clarity Book Review by a Psychoanalyst and Psychologist Dr Bronce Rice
Cortisol Clarity: Why Cortisol Is a Tricky Hormone and How We Can Manage It In Smart Ways by Dr Albert Jones, a retired psychiatrist and also a subject matter expert contributor and line editor of the book.
The Book “Cortisol Clarity” Is Launched for the Public and Healthcare Professionals by Nova Drayke, a science student.
Unveiling the Cortisol Labyrinth: A Journey Toward Better Health by Alfred B. Jogo Ena (Bajawa Buku), a publisher and health advocate.
Why I recommended “Cortisol Clarity” book to my patients, colleagues & friends as a mental health professional Dr Albert Jones
Cortisol Clarity: An Epiphany About Our Existence! Alka Joshi
I just left a review on Goodreads today.
I hope you get a chance to read this book and benefit from it.
Where can you buy Cortisol Clarity?
There are many options using this universal link:
I also read it on my Kindle device and Apple devices via iTunes when trying to lose fat. When Dr Yildiz told me Apple didn’t accept his professionally designed 3D cover I got shocked. He had to create a simple one like this, talk about resourcefulness 😊 Even funnier, apart from being fussy Apple also sells it with much higher price giving less royalty to authors. They do the same thing on Patreon.
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