It reminded me how many women tell me they’re doing everything right and still can’t lose weight. From a kinesiology perspective, stubborn weight is often a sign that the body is under strain and trying to protect itself.
When chemistry, emotions, digestion, structure, or energy are out of balance, the body can hold on to weight — even with the strictest diet.
Why Weight Can Be Hard to Shift
Most people assume weight loss is simply “eat less, move more”. But if the body isn’t getting the right fuel, nutrients, or emotional support, it cannot regulate weight effectively.
Common underlying factors I see in clinic:
unstable blood sugar
mineral deficiencies
digestive stress
inflammation
emotional pressure
poor sleep
food sensitivities
stress hormones keeping weight around the middle
When these are addressed, weight often begins to shift naturally.
Kinesiology‑Informed Supports for Healthy Weight Loss
These work with your body, not against it.
1. Protein for breakfast
Stabilises blood sugar, reduces cravings, and supports steady energy. Examples:
protein shake or Greek yogurt with fruit
eggs on sourdough toast
Balanced blood sugar is one of the most important foundations for weight loss.
2. Trace minerals
Modern farming has depleted minerals from the soil, and supplementation can help regulate appetite naturally.
A Chinese mineral‑herb blend is one of the most effective I’ve seen: https://lilyandloaf.com/products/chinese-herb-mineral-blend
3. Water — but not with meals
Aim for around two litres daily. Drink:
up to 20 minutes before food
at least 1 hour after food
This supports digestion rather than diluting stomach acid. If you lose water quickly or retain it, omega oils may help.
4. Reduce raw foods temporarily
Raw foods can be inflaming when the body is stressed. They may:
keep weight on
prevent weight loss
contribute to constipation or loose bowels
Cooked fruits and vegetables are gentler and easier to digest.
5. Remove processed sugars
Sweet treats, alcohol, white grains, and processed foods convert straight into sugar and disrupt weight regulation.
Strong sugar cravings can also indicate candida imbalance — something kinesiology can help identify and support.
6. Emotional stress release
Stress affects weight more than most people realise.
Try this: Place one hand on your forehead and the other on the back of your head. Think of your stress while breathing deeply. This calms the nervous system and supports digestion.
7. Eat dinner sitting at a table — and early
Preferably before 7pm. An upright, relaxed posture supports digestion, sleep, and weight regulation.
8. Sleep — the hidden weight tool
Aim for bed at 10pm or earlier. Getting at least 1.5 hours of sleep before midnight helps regulate stress hormones and reduce weight around the middle.
9. Blood group diet (my personal project!)
This is one I haven’t cracked doing yet, but it’s very popular in kinesiology circles. You don’t need to follow the full plan — just work with the major avoids and beneficial foods for your blood group.
A: red meat, potatoes, wheat, milk, cow’s cheese, bananas, tomatoes B: chicken, duck, pork, wheat, tomatoes, bananas AB: caffeine, pork, corn, wheat, peppers O: wheat, milk, potatoes, corn, cow’s cheese, lentils, kidney beans
Honestly, just Google “blood group diet A/B/AB/O” and skim the major avoids and beneficial foods. Even small tweaks can make a noticeable difference.
