Losing weight is hard work, and hitting a plateau can feel frustrating, gut-wrenching and demotivating. You’re doing everything right — eating well, exercising, staying committed — but, suddenly, the scale won’t budge. Is it time to switch things up? Or should you just be patient? In this episode, we break down what’s really happening when weight loss stalls and provide tips for pushing past it. Expert: Dr. Garth Davis, Weight Loss Physician Interviewer: Zach Moore Notable topics covered: Why weight loss plateaus happen (hint: it’s not about willpower) How your metabolism, hormones and genetics play a role The impact of age and medical conditions on weight loss Why crash diets hurt more than help The surprising truth about calorie tracking When to tweak your approach vs. when to stay the course This underconsumed macronutrient might be the simplest weight-loss hack If you enjoy these kinds of conversations, be sure to subscribe. And for more topics like this, visit our blog at houstonmethodist.org/blog.

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