Why You’re Not Losing Weight and How Nutrition Can Help

If you’re eating well, staying active, and still not losing weight, you’re not alone. Weight loss is complex and affected by much more than calories in vs. calories out. Hormones, digestion, inflammation, stress, and sleep all play a role. A holistic nutritionist looks at the whole picture to uncover the underlying reasons and create a realistic, sustainable plan.

Common Reasons Weight Loss Stalls

Blood Sugar Imbalance Frequent spikes and crashes in blood sugar lead to increased hunger, cravings, and fat storage. Eating balanced meals with protein, fibre, and healthy fats helps stabilize insulin levels.
Chronic Stress Elevated cortisol levels from stress can trigger fat storage, especially around the belly. Chronic stress also leads to poor sleep, emotional eating, and hormone disruption.
Under-Eating or Skipping Meals Restricting calories too much slows metabolism and puts the body into survival mode. Eating too little can also lead to nutrient deficiencies.
Digestive Dysfunction Poor digestion or leaky gut can interfere with nutrient absorption, cause inflammation, and contribute to bloating and water retention.
Inflammation Systemic inflammation affects hormone function, insulin sensitivity, and metabolism. An anti-inflammatory diet helps create a better internal environment for fat loss.
Hormonal Imbalance Thyroid function, estrogen dominance, insulin resistance, and adrenal fatigue all impact weight regulation.

How Holistic Nutrition Can Help a Weight Plateau

Identify and address root causes through a comprehensive assessment
Build a nutrient-dense meal plan that supports metabolism and hormone balance
Incorporate supportive supplements when needed
Encourage consistent routines that include sleep, hydration, movement, and stress reduction

Focus on Nourishment, Not Deprivation Weight loss from a holistic perspective is about improving health, not just shrinking the number on the scale. When the body is nourished and systems are in balance, weight loss becomes easier and more sustainable.

Conclusion If you’re feeling frustrated by a lack of progress, it may be time to look beyond calories and into the deeper root causes. Holistic nutrition provides a whole-body approach to support lasting change.

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