Hi friends! I have a new podcast episode live and I'm so thrilled to share a solo episode with you all about a super common and often frustrating topic: Why it's hard to lose weight, even when you feel like you're doing all the things!

Here's what we discuss:

• Why "calories in versus calories out" isn't the whole story when it comes to weight loss.
• The crucial role of mindset and stress in weight loss resistance, and how to calm your nervous system.
• Why under-eating might be tanking your metabolism, and how reverse dieting can help rebuild it.
• The impact of hormonal imbalances (estrogen, progesterone, thyroid) on your weight loss journey.
• The often-overlooked connection between gut health (parasites, Candida, SIBO) and inflammation/weight loss resistance.
• How over-exercising (especially too much HIIT and cardio without enough strength training) can backfire.
• The importance of mineral balance and how things like stress, caffeine, and sweating can deplete essential nutrients.
• The hidden impact of toxin load from our environment on hormones and metabolism, and gentle ways to support detox pathways.
• Why doing more isn't always the answer, and the importance of self-kindness, patience, and playing the long game for sustainable results.
• and so.much.more!

Partners:

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Thank you so much for listening and for all of your support with the podcast! Please be sure to subscribe, and leave a rating or review if you enjoyed this episode. If you leave a rating, head to this page and you'll get a little "thank you" gift from me to you.