🎧 EPISODE DESCRIPTION Struggling with stubborn weight despite endless dieting? In this eye-opening episode, discover why chronic calorie deficits are secretly destroying your metabolism. Learn how the conventional "eat less, move more" approach fails most women and creates a destructive cycle of weight gain, hormonal chaos, and metabolic damage. Which does NOT help if you're also dealing with prediabetes. I share my personal journey from restrictive eating to metabolic freedom, including the shocking functional lab test results that finally explained why I gained 30 pounds despite "doing everything right." This episode reveals the hidden connection between chronic dieting, disrupted hormones, and the biochemical changes that make sustainable weight loss feel impossible. Whether you're concerned about prediabetes, trapped in yo-yo dieting, or simply tired of restricting without results, this holistic weight loss approach will transform your understanding of what your body truly needs. Discover my 5-step Metabolic Reset Framework that has helped hundreds of women rebuild their metabolism without counting a single calorie. 🔑 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN Why calorie deficits eventually LOWER your metabolism and trigger weight gain How conventional dieting disrupts gut health, hormone balance, and thyroid function The three functional lab tests that reveal why your body resists weight loss My proven 5-step Metabolic Reset Framework for sustainable, holistic weight loss How to increase your metabolic rate without excessive exercise or restriction ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction: The Calorie Deficit Trap 01:12 My Personal Calorie Deficit Journey 04:50 The Science Behind Metabolism and Calorie Burn 11:34 The Hidden Dangers of Chronic Dieting 18:44 Steps to Reset Your Metabolism 23:51 Conclusion: Embrace Sustainable Health 📱 CONNECT WITH ME DM me on Instagram for exclusive free resources mentioned in this episode: "FREEDOM" for my 14-Day Metabolic Reset Guide "LABS" for the Functional Testing Blueprint 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefullyholistic/    🌟 Ready for personalized support? Email brenda@hopefullyholistic with "PODCAST TRANSFORMATION" to apply for a Metabolic Reset Strategy Session (limited availability).