We’ve all heard it: to lose weight, cut calories and move more. But it’s not that simple. Research shows that when people cut calories, the body often fights back—conserving energy and storing fat as a survival response.
Weight loss isn’t just about numbers. Here are some research-backed tips that can help coax your body into releasing extra fat:
A high-fiber diet keeps you full and supports weight loss. US News reports that 40 grams per day is ideal, yet most Americans only get 10 to 15. Increase fiber gradually to let your gut bacteria adjust.
Gut microbes affect metabolism, inflammation, and insulin response. PubMed studies link obesity to changes in gut bacteria, which can be improved. In one study, obesity in rats dropped after they were given the probiotic Bifidobacterium.
Low-level exposure to synthetic chemicals may promote weight gain.
Meal timing matters too. “Late eaters” lose weight slower than early eaters. Fat tissue follows a circadian rhythm, and sleeping 8–8.5 hours per night is linked to less body fat and a healthier composition.
Omega-3s plus exercise improve fat burn and metabolism.
Obesity is now recognized as an inflammatory disease driven by high-fat, high-sugar diets. Reducing inflammation not only helps with weight loss but improves overall health.
High-fat diets also disrupt your internal clock, raising the risk of obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure. A low-fat, fiber-rich diet helps reset it.
The Melaleuca Wellness Guide recommends a fiber-rich, low-fat approach. Fiber cleanses the body, lowers cholesterol, balances blood sugar, and boosts energy.
Helpful Supplements
FiberWise drinks and bars increase fiber and supply prebiotics for good bacteria.
Florify provides probiotics (L. acidophilus and B. lactis) and prebiotic FOS to nourish them.
Coldwater Omega-3 and Vitality Creme Delight reduce inflammation.
ProvexCV and ProVex-Plus are antioxidant-rich and reduce free radical damage.
Luminex (with 5-HTP) helps curb cravings and lift mood.
Attain Bars and GC Control use CraveBlocker to reduce hunger.
Access Performance Bars, taken before activity, help burn fat for fuel and boost endurance.
Stick to whole foods, stay active, and try integrating as many of these tips as you can. Weight loss takes time, but the payoff is worth it.
~ Richard M Barry