5 Surprising Reasons Why You're Not Losing Weight

If you've been successfully losing weight through a healthy diet and exercise but suddenly hit a plateau, several factors could be at play. Stress – High stress levels increase cortisol and ghrelin, which can lead to fat storage (especially around the midsection) and increased food cravings. Intense Exercise – Excessive intensity can cause the body to burn carbohydrates instead of fat. Lowering intensity to about 70% of your max may promote fat burning. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) – Affects many women and can cause weight gain due to hormonal imbalances, particularly insulin resistance and elevated testosterone. Underactive Thyroid – A sluggish thyroid slows metabolism, making it harder to burn fat. Hormonal Imbalances – Age-related hormonal changes can disrupt the body's ability to burn fat efficiently. Most of these factors are tied to hormonal imbalances, but solutions exist to help overcome them. Don't Forget to subscribe so that you don't miss our next video Check out our blog at Https://sandyhunter.co.uk/health-and-wellness