Eat clean but don't lose weight This is a problem that many people wonder about. Even though they intend to change their behavior, choose to eat clean every day, and exercise regularly, the number on the scale doesn't move—or worse, their weight keeps increasing!
The reason isn't that you're not doing enough, but rather that your body's "hormonal balance", which controls metabolism, hunger, satiety, and fat storage, is out of whack. If your hormones are out of whack, it's still difficult to lose weight, no matter how clean you eat.
Despite the growing health trend, with many people turning to clean eating, low-calorie or high-protein foods, rates of obesity, diabetes and metabolic syndrome continue to rise.
Dr. Pichak Wongwisit
Preventive and Rehabilitation Medicine Physician, W9 Wellness Center
Explains that sustainable weight loss is not just about energy intake and output, but is directly related to: Hormonal balance Several types, such as insulin, cortisol, estrogen, and leptin, all play important roles in fat metabolism and storage.
In other words, if your hormones are out of whack, your body will try to “protect” your fat, preventing the energy you consume from being burned off efficiently. This makes it difficult to lose weight, even with a healthy diet and regular exercise.
Modern clean eating often comes in ready-to-eat boxes or healthy snacks like granola bars, low-fat yogurt, or frozen meals. While they may seem healthy, many contain hidden risks. Artificial sweeteners, flavorings, and preservatives
Which may disturb the balance of Gut microbiome and stimulates the secretion of insulin more than necessary, causing the body to enter a state of Insulin Resistance — The main cause of slow metabolism and weight loss
In addition, research has found that substances BPA and Phthalates From plastic containers that are exposed to heat, it is one of Endocrine disruptors It affects sex hormones and thyroid, causing the fat burning system to malfunction. It is also an “obesogen” that actually increases the tendency to be obese.
Many people believe that whey protein helps with weight loss, but in reality, some whey protein formulas can Stimulates insulin as effectively as carbohydrates
If the body is already insulin resistant, this response will further increase fat storage. In addition, some processed whey proteins also contain: Artificial sweeteners, preservatives, or hormone residues from cow's milk This may affect long-term hormone balance.
Therefore, protein supplementation should be chosen from natural food Such as fish, eggs, nuts or legumes to get complete nutrients and not disturb the hormonal system.
In short, hormones are the “central regulators” of body weight, not just calorie calculators.
Long-term effective weight loss starts with a “Understanding Your Body” program. Personalized Weight & Hormone Balance of W9 Wellness Center Designed by an anti-aging physician to thoroughly check your hormone balance and metabolism.
Help identify the root cause of “clean eating but not losing weight” and plan a personalized care plan that includes nutrition, vitamins, and safe hormone balancing.
This may be because the clean foods you eat contain artificial sweeteners or are processed, which disrupt the hormones insulin and leptin, causing your metabolism to malfunction.
Depending on the individual's hormone balance and insulin levels, some whey proteins may stimulate insulin, making weight loss more difficult, especially for those who already have insulin resistance.
Choose fresh foods, avoid processed foods and plastic containers, get enough sleep, reduce stress, and have your hormones checked once a year to adjust your nutrition to suit your body.
If you are facing a situation Eat clean but don't lose weight The problem may not be just calories, but an imbalance of hormones and metabolism.
Hormone, metabolic check-ups and personalized care with our team of expert doctors. W9 Wellness Center It will help your weight loss become effective again.
Phramongkutklao Hospital (3rd floor, Building A)
Written and compiled by
Dr. Pichak Wongwisit (Dr. Bai)
Anti-aging and preventative medicine physician
W9 Wellness Center
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