A lot of people seem to think weight loss is just a case of simple mathematics. Most go by the belief that all it takes is “eating less and exercising more.” Some may even go so far in saying that people are overweight because they lack self-control and discipline.
Yes, burning more calories than you consume is a weight loss equation that works for some. However, this process only applies to the perfect hormonal specimens with no issues around cortisol, thyroid, insulin, oestrogen, or testosterone imbalances.
Is weight loss still an issue for you, even if you’re obsessively doing everything right?
We have found through our experiences with women who discover the Happy Healthy YOU approach that it’s nearly impossible to lose that spare weight when your cortisol is too high or your thyroid has ground to a halt. Almost anyone who struggles with weight loss also battles a hormone imbalance as these factors are all interrelated.
Rather than simply living on lettuce, these people need to activate their metabolism by levelling out the endocrine system, since hormones are the conductors controlling the weight balance.
Hormone Metabolism
Hormone clearance is one of the biggest culprits for weight gain. When oestrogen particularly is not cleared well via the bowels and liver, then it recirculates and can have multiple stimulations on your system. Oestrogen directly increases fat storage and promotes fluid retention. A combination of Happy Greens and Happy Liver can assist your body in clearing excessive hormones and we encourage a plant based diet which is loaded with plant-based fibres to assist in clearing hormones via the bowels.
High Cortisol
If you’re struggling with hard-to-lose belly fat, you may have high cortisol (manufactured in high-stress states). Because cortisol is the alpha hormone, it holds a lot of sway in how well your other main hormones function. The first step in regulating cortisol is to manage how you respond to stress. In other words: Hit the pause button and do the opposite of what creates stress for you.
Low Thyroid
A sluggish metabolism is another common culprit when it comes to weight loss struggles. Stress and high cortisol can slow down your thyroid, but other factors contribute to low thyroid and slow metabolism as well. These include endocrine disruptors found in the environment, gluten sensitivity, and vitamin D deficiency. Symptoms of low thyroid include weight gain, fatigue, brain fog, and depression.
Insulin Resistance
Insulin is a hormone that stores fat. When your cells become numb to insulin, you lay down fat, especially where you can readily use it for fuel, such as your belly.
Low Estrogen
Low estrogen stimulates appetite, as oestradiol uses the same biochemical pathways in the body as leptin - a hormone released by fat that, when activated, pushes your “hunger button” and tells you that you need food. Other than taking the Happy Hormones formulation, other ways to balance oestrogen naturally include acupuncture, regular exercise and a good ole orgasm!
Low Testosterone
Low testosterone makes you doughy, less able to remodel your musculature with resistance training, and slows down your metabolism. Increasing testosterone (through hormonal balance) will ensure that your muscles maintain strength and form. Quite often, muscles will break down due to inactivity and increased fat stores. This has a detrimental effect on the hormonal system and may lead to weight gain.
Diet
Dump the sugar (including alcohol) and get label savvy as sugar hides in all sorts of healthy packaging. Better still drop the packaged and processed foods and concentrate on vitality foods that are alive, fresh, enzyme-rich, and nutrient-dense. Giving up alcohol means that your body will have a better chance at hormonal metabolism and clearance as it lowers cortisol and balances oestrogen.
We strongly advise all women who struggle with their weight loss to check out our latest HAPPY HEALTHY YOU book, a valuable resource to firstly understand how your body works, and then take proactive steps to improve your health. It also includes over a hundred of our curated recipes that can help you in your journey to optimum health and wellness, plus occasional treats to reward your efforts the healthy way!
You can also use Happy Weight as a tool to minimise your overall calorie intake. Most women lose 6 to 8 kilo following this program and more if you continue with these lessons learnt.
Balancing hormones for weight loss
One of the wonderful things about weight loss and hormone balance is that they go hand-in-hand. Just as hormone balance can lead to weight loss, losing a few kilograms can help bring your hormones back to their optimal levels.
Our system assists you with weight loss by removing the blocks to weight loss. The reason why you can eat like a rabbit and still not lose weight. The combination of Happy Hormones to regulate hormones, Happy Weight to reduce overall calorie intake, Happy Greens to improve digestive function and our 8-Week Program. Average weight loss is 6 to 8 kg to start, and you will continue to lose weight following the healthy eating principles.
We encourage you to sign up with any of our private online communities where you can learn and get support as you take back control of your health. Also, check out our Happy Weight page which is entirely dedicated to women like you who may be struggling with weight loss. Our team of experts are standing by to assist you in your unique health journey!
