Stress can bring on fatigue, mood changes, insomnia, low immune function, sugar cravings, weight gain and more. The symptoms can develop when your brain and adrenal gland respond by regulating some of our stress hormones such as adrenaline, noradrenalin, and cortisol. A dysregulation (over or under secretion) can cause further problems in the thyroid gland, poor gut health, chronic fatigue, depression/anxiety, addictive behaviours, and more. Blood work and hormone tests, available through a doctor, is a good place to start in stress management but also practicing good self-care with yoga, meditation and exercise are also very effective.