Prolonged stress inhibits the body's immune responses by ____.

A) using up all body reserves
B) increasing the release of cortisol
C) causing sodium and water retention
D) causing weight loss
E) increasing protein synthesis

Stress

A physical, mental, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension, which can come from any event or thought that makes someone feel frustrated, angry, or nervous.

Weight Loss

The process of losing body mass by reducing body fat and/or lean mass.

Sodium

A chemical element (Na) that is essential for human health, playing roles in nerve function and fluid balance but can be harmful in excess.