When Weight Loss Resistance Isn’t About Willpower
If you’ve been eating clean, working out, and doing everything right but the scale still won’t budge, this episode is for you.
Weight loss resistance is often a symptom, not the problem. And for women, especially as we age, the reasons behind it can be layered and complex.
In this episode of Glow Social Hour, Jazmine Corona, functional nutrition practitioner and founder of Organically Glow, breaks down the real root causes that can block weight loss and how to finally work with your body, not against it.
Why “Eat Less, Move More” Doesn’t Work
The most common and toxic advice women still hear about weight loss is to simply eat less and move more.
Many women are already doing intense cardio sessions, barely eating 1200 calories a day, and still can’t drop weight.
Jazmine explains why this is not only unhelpful but harmful. Women’s bodies are far more complex, influenced by hormones, blood sugar, stress, gut health, and even toxins. Restricting calories only increases stress hormones, pushing your body to hold onto fat as a survival response.
The Truth About Counting Calories
If your approach to nutrition revolves around calorie tracking, you might be missing the bigger picture.
You can eat low-calorie foods and still fill your body with chemicals and inflammatory ingredients.
Instead of counting calories, Jazmine recommends reading ingredients and focusing on whole, unprocessed foods, the kind that doesn’t come with a label.
She often asks clients to keep a short food and mood journal, not for calorie restriction, but to bring awareness to eating patterns, energy dips, and emotional triggers around food.
How Restrictive Dieting Backfires
Jumping from one diet trend to another like vegan, low-carb, keto, or carnivore only confuses your metabolism. These cycles of restriction and reintroduction can disrupt gut health and create food sensitivities.
The better question is: why are you reacting to certain foods in the first place?
Often, the culprit is leaky gut, chronic inflammation, or imbalanced immune responses. True healing comes from identifying the root cause, not cutting more foods out of your diet.
When Your Body Is Protecting You
Your body isn’t broken, it’s protecting you.
If you’re struggling to lose weight, it’s often a signal that your system doesn’t feel safe.
That’s why nervous system regulation is key. When your body is constantly in fight-or-flight mode, it won’t release weight. Taking time for restorative activities like journaling, walking, or reading helps your body feel safe again.
The Real Root Causes of Weight Loss Resistance
Jazmine breaks down the most common internal imbalances she sees in women:
Hormonal Imbalances: Especially estrogen dominance, where estrogen levels outweigh progesterone, leading to stubborn belly fat and water retention.
Cortisol Dysregulation: Chronic stress equals chronic fat storage.
Thyroid Dysfunction: Hypothyroidism slows metabolism and energy production.
Insulin Resistance: Blood sugar spikes lead to increased belly fat and cravings.
Gut Inflammation: Bloating, leaky gut, and nutrient absorption issues block progress.
Nutrient Deficiencies: Even with a clean diet, low levels of magnesium, B vitamins, and zinc can stall weight loss.
Every body is different, which is why testing, not guessing, is the fastest way to find your personal root cause.
Case Study: From Stuck to Sustainable Results
Jazmine shares real stories of clients who struggled with weight loss resistance for years. After functional lab testing revealed thyroid issues, insulin resistance, and gut imbalances, they followed personalized nutrition and supplement protocols.
Within a few months, both women dropped over 10 pounds without harsh restriction, endless cardio, or burnout.
Their secret? Supporting their body’s natural balance rather than forcing it into submission.
Simple, Sustainable Shifts
To wrap up, Jazmine offers a few foundational habits for long-term results:
Prioritize 30 grams of protein per meal
Stop skipping meals and keep snacks like protein bars or beef sticks handy
Walk after meals to stabilize blood sugar
Lift weights to support metabolism
Test, don’t guess; get functional labs to know exactly what your body needs
And most importantly, take a moment to ask yourself:
Why do I really want to lose weight?
Getting clear on your “why” brings peace, purpose, and alignment to your wellness journey.
If this conversation resonated with you, tune in to the full episode of Glow Social Hour for a deeper dive into decoding weight loss resistance and healing your body from the root.
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