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Chronic Dietary Stress

Meaning

Chronic Dietary Stress refers to the persistent, low-grade physiological and metabolic strain imposed on the human body by a long-term pattern of suboptimal or imbalanced nutrient consumption. This state is characterized by sustained inflammatory signaling, oxidative burden, and dysregulation of energy-sensing pathways. Unlike acute stress, this chronic form subtly erodes homeostatic capacity, placing a continuous demand on the endocrine system to manage metabolic imbalances, such as persistent hyperglycemia or nutrient deficiencies. It is a critical, yet often overlooked, precursor to numerous cardiometabolic and hormonal health conditions.