Author name: Ashwini Achutharaman, RD Intern & Dr. Abrar Al-Shaer, PhD, RD

A person stands on a scale labeled “not losing weight?” next to a bowl of oatmeal with fruit and almonds, a water bottle, dumbbells, and a measuring tape, symbolizing weight loss struggles despite healthy habits.

Eating Healthy and Exercising But Not Losing Weight? 14 Reasons Why the Scale Isn’t Moving.

If you’ve been eating healthy, working out regularly, and still not seeing the scale move, you’re not alone. In this blog, we uncover 14 often-overlooked reasons for weight loss resistance—including hormonal imbalances, environmental toxins, gut microbiome shifts, and the effects of stress and sleep. Learn how your body’s biology—not just your behavior—can impact weight, and what to do about it.

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Does Stress Affect Your Period?

Missing your period and wondering if stress might be the cause? From cortisol overload to under-eating and poor sleep, this blog breaks down how modern stressors—from emotional burnout to overexercise—can disrupt your hormones and lead to secondary amenorrhea. Learn the science behind how your brain, body, and lifestyle interact, and what you can do to restore hormonal balance naturally.

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