Many of the popular diets of the day, such as Paleo, Ketogenic, Macrobiotic, and Vegan diets, deplete your body of the micronutrients required to create balanced appetite control neurotransmitters and balanced metabolism-boosting hormone levels. On the other hand, The FemFormula protocol supports appetite control and boosts your metabolism by increasing the essential micronutrients and balancing your hormones.
Boosting your metabolism entails balancing your hormones, which helps your body work more intelligently. The effect of this is not just weight loss, but you will also become more vibrant. I realized this after I set out to lose the “baby weight” after having my second. However, as I began to understand how my hormones governed everything, I shifted my goal from weight loss to hormonal optimization.
Your body type determines how and where you gain weight and store fat, and it can indicate the biological cause of your weight gain or inability to lose weight. Knowing where you store the majority of your weight can help you find the secret to losing weight all over. A combination of the right foods and supplements can help you burn fat in the most effective way possible.
The following sections detail the four hormone-body types and how to boost your metabolism:
Estrogen Type – Hips, thighs, and butt: Storing your fat in your thighs indicates estrogen dominance in your body. Your estrogen levels are too high, and your progesterone levels are low. Heavy bleeding, irregular periods, moodiness, and PMS are some of the period symptoms associated with this type. To address this, focus on adding more cruciferous vegetables into your diet, such as kale, collards, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, and brussel sprouts, and try to have a serving at every meal. Additionally, the supplement DIM (Di-Indolyl-Methane), which is extracted from cruciferous vegetables, helps the body to metabolize and process excess estrogen.
Cortisol Type – Belly: Gaining weight in your gut suggests stress and the overproduction of the stress hormone cortisol. Anxiety, insomnia, PMS, and skipped periods are some of the period symptoms associated with this type. To combat this, incorporate bell peppers into your diet for their high vitamin C content, which is more effective than oranges at helping the body manage stress. The adaptogen Ashwagandha will soothe your adrenals to the point that they program your cells to burn fat.
Insulin Type – Love Handles: If you have love handles, it may indicate a poor insulin efficiency in your body. Unstable blood sugar levels can cause your body to store more fat. Skipping meals and consuming processed foods can cause high insulin levels, leading to weight gain around the waistline. Period Symptoms: PCOS, fatigue, missed periods. What to eat: Ditch sugary snacks and refined carbs and opt for healthy, fat-burning carbs such as sweet potatoes, quinoa, buckwheat, and brown rice. These foods can enhance insulin resistance. What to take: The New Chapter’s Cinnamon Force supplement can help stabilize blood sugar levels. A study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics suggests that cinnamon supplementation can aid overweight and obese individuals.
- Testosterone Type – Upper Arms: Testosterone plays a crucial role in burning fat and building muscle mass, so it’s important to address any imbalances. Women with PCOS or irregular cycles may experience symptoms such as hair issues, irritability, and low sex drive, which can be alleviated by eating good fats like avocados. These fats are also a great source of bioidentical testosterone, which can support hormonal balance. Additionally, you may want to consider adding Maca root powder to your routine as a gentle and safe way to boost testosterone levels.
Overall, boosting your metabolism is not just about losing weight but about improving your overall health and wellbeing. Understanding your hormone-body type can help you address the root cause of your weight gain and choose the right foods and supplements to optimize your metabolism. By balancing your hormones and fueling your body with the right nutrients, you can achieve a healthier and more vital self.
Until next time!
xx – Dr. Elisabeth
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