Losing It—On Purpose

  A clear learning guide to plateaus, biology, and what your body is actually responding to Few things feel more discouraging than this moment. You’re eating better. You’re moving more. You’re being consistent. The scale used to cooperate, and now it won’t budge. Weeks pass. Nothing changes. Sometimes weight even creeps upward. It feels unfair, confusing, and personal. This slowdown is not failure. It is physiology. Weight loss does not follow a straight line, even when effort remains steady. The human body adapts quickly, quietly, and relentlessly. What worked at the beginning often stops working later, not because you’re doing something wrong, but because your body is doing exactly what it evolved to do. This article explains why weight loss slows down despite “doing everything right,” how metabolism, hormones, and behavior interact over time, and what learning to work with your body instead of against it can change. Early weight loss is not the same as long-term fat loss The fir...

  Introduction Introduction The ketogenic diet, popularly known as the keto diet, has taken over the health and wellness universe. Praised by many for its weight-shedding properties, improving energy levels, and supporting overall health, the ketogenic diet is a low-carb, high-fat eating plan that is intentionally devised to turn your body into a fat-burning machine-a.k.a. ketosis. But where do you begin, and what do you need to know to set yourself up for success? I magine fitting into your favorite clothes again, feeling energetic throughout the day, and gaining the confidence you've always wanted. From what the keto diet is and how it works to actionable tips to keep you on track, this guide has everything one could need to know about the ketogenic diet. Whether you're a keto newbie or just looking to clean up your keto game, this article has got you covered. What Is the Keto Diet? The ketogenic diet is a low-carb, moderate-protein, high-fat diet. This diet aims to drastical...