The Complete Guide to Sustainable Weight Loss
Navigating the weight loss landscape is overwhelming. One expert says count calories. Another says calories don’t matter. One blames hormones. Another blames carbs. Who do you trust?
We pulled together insights from four of the most respected voices in nutrition and hormone health—Dr. Mindy Peltz, Dr. Mary Claire Haver, Dr. Jason Fung, and Alan Aragon—to create the most complete, science-backed weight loss series you’ll find anywhere. Each post builds on the last, taking you from understanding why your body stores fat to implementing practical strategies that deliver lasting results. No fads. No confusion. Just evidence-based answers that actually work.
Part 1: The Best Kept Weight Loss Secret (It's Not Calories)
Most weight loss advice treats your body like the enemy. This post flips that narrative. You'll discover why your body actually stores belly fat to protect you, the #1 fasting mistake keeping you stuck, and how to work with your hormones instead of against them. Start here to understand the hidden drivers of weight gain.
Part 2: How to Lose Menopause Belly Fat (The Science-Backed Way)
If you're a woman over 35 and can't lose weight no matter what you try, this post is for you. Learn how estrogen controls every organ in your body, why menopause causes stubborn belly fat, and the proven 4-part toolkit to finally feel like yourself again. Essential reading for every woman navigating hormonal change.
Part 3: The 4-Step Plan to Lower Insulin and Burn Fat
Calories matter—but they're only half the story. This post reveals why insulin is the real key to unlocking your body's fat stores. Discover the "locked fridge" analogy that explains why you can eat less and still gain weight, plus practical strategies to lower insulin and burn fat. The missing piece in your weight loss puzzle.
Part 4: 5 Rules for Weight Loss That Actually Stays Off
Everything comes together in this final post. After understanding the hormonal foundations, you'll get the practical roadmap: exactly how much protein you need, why diet breaks are essential, how to navigate plateaus, and the simple habits that make results last. Read this to build a weight loss plan that actually fits your life.