Are you eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and still struggling to lose weight? You’re not alone. Several underlying factors can make weight loss difficult—even when you’re doing all the “right” things.
Hormonal Imbalances
Your hormones play a significant role in regulating your metabolism and fat storage.
Insulin resistance - is when your cells don't respond properly to insulin. Your body then stores more fat predominately around the middle and burns less energy.
Thyroid dysfunctions: an underactive thyroid slows your metabolism, making it harder to lose weight.
Menopause: Clinical studies show that post-menopausal women are more susceptible than premenopausal women to an increase in body weight, waist circumference and impaired glucose tolerance due to the decline in estrogen.
Metabolic Adaptation
Have you noticed when you diet or exercise excessively for an extended period, your body may enter “starvation mode.” This is a survival mechanism where your metabolism slows down to conserve energy, making it difficult to lose more weight.
Gut health imbalances
Your gut microbiome (the trillions of bacteria in your digestive system) plays a crucial role in weight management.
Dysbiosis: an imbalance in gut bacteria. This can affect how you process food and regulate energy.
Intestinal impermeability (leaky gut) is when your gut lining is compromised, it can trigger inflammation and make weight loss more difficult.
Chronic inflammation disrupts hormonal signaling and impairs your body’s ability to burn fat efficiently.
Sleep disturbances: insomnia increases ghrelin levels (your hunger hormone), which increases hunger and and calorie consumption.
Stress: ongoing stress can also promote weight gain, especially around the middle.
Nutritional deficiencies -certain key nutrients like magnesium, Vitamin D, or Omega-3 fatty acids can impact energy production, fat metabolism, and hormonal balance.
How Metabolic Balance® Addresses These Issues
Metabolic Balance® is a holistic well-being program that naturally restores a healthy metabolism to the body through personalised dietary and lifestyle changes.
Personalised Nutrition for Your Unique Health Goals
Metabolic Balance® isn’t a one-size-fits-all program. It creates a plan tailored specifically to your health needs: no pills, shakes, and no packaged foods.
With expert guidance and support from me, Julie LeBoutillier, you’ll feel more energized, healthier, and equipped to achieve your long-term goals.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to reset your health, it’s now! Book your Discovery Call to learn how Metabolic Balance can help you. Email to arrange.
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Julie LeBoutillier is a qualified naturopath and the founder of Casuarina Holistic Health. She specialises in Metabolic Balance, gut health, menopause support, and sustainable weight management. Julie offers personalized, online consultations to empower clients with natural, effective solutions for their health and wellness goals. Learn more about her services and how she can support you at www.casuarinaholistichealth.com.au.
Email: julie.chh@aapt.net.au
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