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Why Can’t I Lose Weight

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Key Takeaways

From the age of 30, it becomes more difficult to lose weight due to factors such as hormonal changes, slowing metabolism, and poor lifestyle habits. Healthy and sustainable dietary and exercise habits, evidence-based treatments, and consulting a health professional are some of the recommended ways to manage weight gain.

Weight is linked to health, and uncontrolled weight gain can increase your risk for issues like cardiovascular diseases, lower back problems, diabetes, and more.[1] As such, many people have tried different methods to keep weight off, but when they don’t see results, they end up asking, ‘Why can’t I lose weight?’

If this is the same for you, we understand that you’re frustrated and tired of feeling stuck in a rut. You need someone who understands your struggle and can help you find the path to success. Mosh is here to help. We connect you with health practitioners who can assess your unique concerns and discuss evidence-based advice for your personal weight loss journey.

Read more about this below and find the answer to ‘Why can’t I lose weight?’

At what age does it become difficult to lose weight?

From your 30s on, it becomes increasingly difficult to lose weight due to changes in your body or your lifestyle.[2] While it might be easy to say that age is the main reason why you can’t lose weight, it goes a lot deeper than that. Several major factors impact our ability to lose weight when we age, such as:

  • muscle loss;
  • increased sources of stress;
  • slowing metabolism;
  • hormonal changes; and
  • poor dietary and lifestyle habits.

It is important to understand that age-influenced weight gain varies greatly for each person, as genetics significantly contribute to your weight.[3] However, while it may be difficult to lose weight given these factors, it isn’t impossible to manage your weight.

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What are some common ways to lose weight?

It may take considerably longer and more effort to burn fat and lose weight, but some common methods are helpful in maintaining your weight. These may include healthy and sustainable dietary and exercise habits. Moreover, if your doctor or dietitian recommends it, certain meal replacement shakes or medical weight loss treatments can help you lose weight once you’re older.

Food and exercise

You shouldn’t solely focus on either diet or exercise. They should be done in tandem and in moderation. You can start with small, manageable changes to either one and then adopt a healthy diet and exercise habits such as:

  • focusing on consuming more nutrient-dense foods
  • watching for portion sizes, even if it’s a healthy food, eating in moderation;
  • engaging in exercise for fifteen to thirty minutes each day, three days a week
  • drinking plenty of water and avoiding carbonated and sugary beverages
  • focus on how your body feels instead of fixating on the weight of your body.[4] 

While these are general methods to manage your weight at any point in your life, they are especially influential once age starts becoming more of a factor for you.

 Evidence-based treatments

Instead of searching for ways to lose weight fast or questionable fix-all treatments, you can speak to your doctor to understand your body’s needs. 

Mosh’s health platform can connect you to a network of AHPRA-registered doctors who can help you understand ‘why can’t I lose weight’ and guide you through how to address your health concerns. If necessary, our Mosh health practitioners will offer personalised recommendations with science-based evidence to get you the desired results. 

Instead of worrying about how to lose 10 kilograms of weight fast in 2 weeks, weight loss should be treated as a lifelong commitment to staying healthy and adopting sustainable eating and exercise habits.

Is it possible to restart a slow metabolism?

Improving a slow metabolism through proper dietary habits and regular exercise is possible to a certain degree.[5] While metabolism only plays a minor role in weight management, it does affect how often and quickly you can naturally burn calories. It’s important to understand how you can manage your metabolism through diet and exercise, as ageing can significantly slow down your metabolism.[6]

There are some specific methods that you can do to ‘restart’ your metabolism. If done consistently, they can help you maintain a healthy metabolism that aids you in losing weight naturally.[7] These may include, but are not limited to:

  • sleeping a solid eight hours each night;
  • consuming a healthy, balanced diet;
  • not skipping certain meals in the day, especially breakfast;
  • getting in some physical activity, no matter how small; 
  • drinking plenty of water; and 
  • managing your stress in healthy ways. 

If you feel as though your routines are negatively affecting your life and health, we encourage you to speak to your doctor as soon as possible. Weight gain is a manageable health concern if you seek help and support.

At Mosh, our online telehealth platform connects you with a network of AHPRA-registered doctors who will offer you evidence-based recommendations to help you understand your unique conditions. If necessary, they will also prescribe a treatment plan that is tailored to your specific needs and objectives. 

Related to restarting your metabolism, you can understand how to plan a diet to lose weight and how to exercise for weight loss with Mosh.

What supplements can I take to boost weight loss?

There are some popular supplements in Australia that you can take to boost your weight loss, but based on a global review of dietary supplements, most supplements did not result in significant weight loss.[6] Moreover, research suggests that some of these supplements are linked to causing significant health concerns.[7]

Instead of trying to find a quick one-off solution to ‘why can’t I lose weight’, it is recommended that you speak to your doctor, who can recommend healthier and more sustainable methods to lose weight without compromising your health.

The key factor in losing weight is building consistent healthy habits around aspects of your daily life, especially in your diet, physical activity, and mentality. Before you even consider a treatment plan or any form of medication, our Mosh team will recommend lifestyle changes with science-backed evidence. If necessary, they may prescribe medical weight loss treatments, meal replacement shakes, or diet coaching solutions that will achieve your desired results.

If you don’t want to commit to a treatment plan, we won’t force you to do so. Depending on your situation, you may even pause your treatment at any time. With our network of AHPRA-registered doctors, we can match you with the right person if you feel your current practitioner isn’t the right fit.

We also offer a range of services to Moshers who have been recommended a treatment plan.

You will receive your medications and treatment plans at your earliest convenience if you are prescribed medications or treatment by Mosh health practotioners and opt to subscribe to a plan. A weekly meal plan guide, a dashboard, and a supportive community will also be available to you. You can consult with them as needed, whether through text or call, to ask questions such as ‘Which foods are high in fat?’ and other concerns you may have. 

Get to the causes of weight gain with Mosh.

It may be hard to grapple with thoughts like ‘why can’t I lose weight’ whenever you try to lose weight or adopt healthier eating habits. However, you don’t have to go through this journey alone.

At Mosh, we are committed to helping you understand how to lose weight healthily and sustainably. Now is the time to build habits that will help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight. We are here to help you achieve your desired results using science-backed programs.

If you want to learn more about losing weight, consider reading about ‘how to lose belly fat’ and ‘how much weight can I lose in a week’.

We want you to feel confident in your body whenever you step out of the house. Talk to a Mosh practitioner today.


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