In Brief
How the Rat Race Works
As the pressure cranks up, your body's chemistry kicks in
By CSO Contributor
September 01, 2003 — CSO — Brain
Locus coeruleus shocks brain into hyperactivity. Stress hormones flood the system.
Lungs
Norepinephrine speeds up respiration.
Heart
Adrenaline turns up heart rate, increases blood pressure.
Liver
Provides extra sugar to fuel brain and muscles.
Belly
Fat cells open up to receive fat
Feet
Now you're ready to flee or fight.
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