For many people, managing our weight is a constant concern. Whether we are trying to lose weight, maintain our current weight, or keep from gaining, our hormones play a significant role in our body’s ability to regulate appetite and fat storage. When these hormones are out of balance, it can make it challenging to control our weight. Here are some scientifically proven ways to reset your weight loss hormones:
1. Insulin: Minimize overeating of sugar and refined carbs, eat more protein, increase healthy fats intake, exercise regularly, and consume magnesium and green tea to improve insulin sensitivity.
2. Leptin: Avoid inflammatory foods, exercise regularly, and prioritize getting enough sleep.
3. Ghrelin: Avoid sugar and high-fructose corn syrups, and eat more protein with every meal.
4. Cortisol: Balance your diet, practice meditation, and listen to music to reduce cortisol levels.
5. Estrogen: Eat more fiber, consume cruciferous vegetables and flax seeds, and exercise regularly.
6. Neuropeptide Y (NPY): Eat more protein than usual, avoid fasting for over 24 hours, and consume soluble prebiotic fiber to control NPY levels.
7. Glucagon (GLP-1): Consume proteins, eat anti-inflammatory foods, and include leafy greens in your diet.
8. Cholecystokinin (CCK): Eat more protein at every meal, consume good fats, and eat high-fiber meals.
9. Peptide YY (PYY): Consume less carbs and processed foods, eat more protein and fiber.
10. Progesterone: Regulate stress levels, increase intake of vitamins B and C, consume foods high in zinc, and consider using natural progesterone supplements.
Whether through lifestyle changes, dietary modifications, or nutritional supplements, there are effective ways to reset your weight loss hormones and maintain a healthy weight.
