Weight Loss & Hormones

Have you been so focused on losing weight, consistently reaching a caloric deficit, and still not losing weight? Weight loss is so much more then just what we consume and work off. Our hormones regulate what these calories will do in our bodies. What’s your stress level like? Chronic stress affects the conversion process of thyroid hormones(T3-T4), and can lead to higher levels of glucose being made from protein, both of these can result in weight gain and slow/stop your weight loss. Also contributing to a decrease in thyroid hormone and increase in cortisol production is long-term, low calorie diets. To optimally balance hormones consider: reducing overall stress, improving gut health, ensuring quality sleep, proper omega 3/6 balance while eating more healthy fats, and reducing toxic load(bath, beauty, kitchen products). Instead of being hard on yourself or taking away, focus on making more quality choices and adding in long-term sustainable habits. Take a balanced, consistent, and maintainable approach with your fitness and nutrition for the best outcome and to keep those results.