True or false? Losing weight is only about diet and exercise. If you guessed false, you are right! Today I’m going to tell you what people often overlook when it comes to generic weight loss advice, and that is how stress affects your metabolism. Ultimately, slowing down your weight loss!
I get it, modern life is busy, you have a million things to do and when you’ve completed your to-do list, more things get added on top of it. Did you know that 49% of American adults experience chronic stress? That’s nearly half the population! Chronic stress isn’t just mentally exhausting—it disrupts hormones, metabolism, and cravings, making it harder to lose weight (and way easier to gain it). The worst part? Many of us don’t even realize it’s happening.
3 Ways Stress Slows Down Weight Loss:
Elevated Cortisol = More Fat Storage
Chronic stress raises cortisol, telling your body to hold onto fat, especially around your midsection. Even with a perfect diet, your body might still be in “survival mode.”
Increased Cravings & Emotional Eating
Stress disrupts hunger hormones, making you crave sugary, high-calorie foods. It’s not just willpower—your body pushes you to eat more. The foods commonly chosen under stress increase inflammation, leading to more cravings and weight gain.
Disrupted Sleep Wrecks Metabolism
Poor sleep (often stress-induced) throws off hunger cues, slows fat loss, and increases belly fat. Sleep is just as crucial as nutrition and exercise!
So, what’s the fix? Managing stress strategically—not just cutting calories.
Your DNA can reveal how your body responds to stress and what actually works for YOU. Book a FREE Health Strategy Session and let’s figure out what your body needs to relieve chronic stress!