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EPISODE · Apr 14, 2026 · 44 MIN

99. Why You’re Not Losing Weight (Hidden Insulin Problem) with Michelle Doel and Alicia Harding

from Functional Moms Podcast · host Raquel B. Cartagena and Kristin Brucker

Are you struggling with stubborn weight gain, energy crashes, poor sleep, or constant cravings? The problem might not be your diet—it could be your blood sugar and insulin.In this episode, functional medicine health coaches Michelle Doel and Alicia Harding break down the hidden connection between blood sugar, insulin, and metabolism—and how it impacts fat loss, energy, hormones, and long-term health.If you’ve tried everything and still can’t lose weight, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on inside your body—and how to fix it.What You’ll Learn:How blood sugar impacts fat loss, energy, and hormonesThe real role of insulin in weight gain and inflammationWhy even non-diabetics need to care about blood sugarHow CGM (continuous glucose monitoring) worksSimple ways to improve insulin sensitivityHow to reduce cravings, boost energy, and sleep betterThe impact of alcohol on blood sugarHow to “put insulin to bed” for better fat burningConnect with Michelle and Alicia:https://metabolism-mastery.com/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/metabolism_mastery_coaches/https://www.instagram.com/bloom.longevity/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/theteenhealthcoach/⁠More Episodes on Insulin Resistance:⁠https://youtu.be/EpHBytK0R4U?si=I0S__GmT6HzEC09i⁠Supplement Store (25% OFF):⁠https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/functional-moms⁠Don’t Forget:Follow on Apple Podcasts and SpotifySubscribe for more expert health content⁠https://www.youtube.com/@functionalmomspodcast/⁠DISCLAIMERThis content is strictly the opinion of Michelle Doel and Alicia Harding and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician.All viewers are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Michelle Doel, Alicia Harding, nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content.All viewers, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter meds.Insulin Blocks Fat Burning - The Key to Weight Loss, The Key to Weight Loss, Insulin Blocks Fat Burning - The Key to Weight Loss, Weight loss tips, Insulin and weight loss, Intermittent fasting, Low-carb diet, Fat burning foods, Hormones and fat storage, The Obesity Code, Jason Fung weight loss tips, jason fung, weight loss, intermittent fasting, Weight Loss,Functional Moms Podcast,,metabolic health, blood sugar, insulin, continuous glucose monitor, weight loss, longevity, inflammation, insulin resistance, lifestyle changes, health span

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