Mobidoctor Podcast3 Maj 2024

Why Am I Not Losing Weight In A Calorie Deficit?

Why am I not losing weight in a calorie deficit — and when could there be a medical reason?

A calorie deficit should lead to weight loss over time, but metabolic adaptation, tracking errors, hormonal factors, and fluid retention can affect results. In this episode, we explain how doctors assess stalled weight loss and when further evaluation may be appropriate in Europe.

You’ll learn:

• What a true calorie deficit means and how energy balance works

• Common causes of stalled progress: inaccurate tracking, portion miscalculation, reduced non-exercise activity (NEAT)

• The role of water retention, menstrual cycle changes, and sodium intake

• How sleep deprivation, stress, and cortisol influence weight regulation

• When thyroid dysfunction, insulin resistance, or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may be considered

• When blood tests or metabolic assessment may be recommended after doctor review

• Situations where prescription weight-loss treatment may be declined if clinical criteria are not met

We also discuss realistic timelines for fat loss and why short-term scale fluctuations are common.

This episode complements our full clinical guide:

Why Am I Not Losing Weight In A Calorie Deficit?

https://www.mobidoctor.eu/blog/why-am-i-not-losing-weight-in-a-calorie-deficit

Mobi Doctor provides online medical consultations across Europe. Investigations and treatment recommendations are based on individual assessment and established clinical guidelines.

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