146. The Science of Sustainable Weight Loss: Why Your Diet Isn't Working, And What the Research Says to Do Instead

Is calorie counting sabotaging your weight loss? New research says you're missing something big. In this episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson breaks down a newly published randomized controlled trial that challenges the "eat less, move more" approach to weight loss once and for all.Dr. Oldson shares what she observed early in her career about why calorie restriction alone almost never leads to lasting results, and what the science actually says about sustainable weight loss. Spoiler: it has a lot more to do with stress hormones, sleep, self-compassion, and community than it does with counting calories.You'll learn:Why calorie restriction triggers hunger hormones that work against your weight loss effortsHow chronic stress and elevated cortisol drive weight gain and abdominal fatWhat a new study from Brazil reveals about the power of mindfulness, behavioral support, and community in producing better outcomes than a low-calorie diet aloneWhy low adherence to calorie-restricted diets isn't a willpower problem, it's a biology problemThe questions to ask about any weight loss program to know if it will actually work long-termIf you've ever felt like you were doing everything right and still not losing weight, or losing it and gaining it right back, this episode is for you.Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts. Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way! This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.The Smart Weight Loss Coaching Podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.