In Brief

How the Rat Race Works

As the pressure cranks up, your body's chemistry kicks in

By CSO Contributor

September 01, 2003CSO — 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 fatstorable energy.

Feet

Now you're ready to flee or fight.

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