In this episode I took to talking about weight loss and metabolically the similarities and differences between losing 5 pounds and losing 50 pounds. Ultimately, weight gain is a multifaceted symptom the body expresses when it suffers from inflammation or hormonal imbalances. As a practitioner who has supported MANY students in their weight loss journeys, I wanted to share my advice on healthy weight loss, whether your goal is to lose 5 pounds or 50!  WHAT WE DISCUSSED:  [5:04]- What causes weight gain?  [11:14]- How does carbohydrate restriction play an integral role in weight loss?  [16:50]- How does an increase in muscle mass stimulate weight loss?  [18:30]- Who is fasting for? Why is circadian fasting more beneficial than extended periods of intermittent fasting especially for females?  [23:24]- Dialing in circadian health might be the ONE thing you are missing if you have your nutrition and exercise regimens perfected!  [29:99]- How blue light stimulates the central nervous system and what can be done about it.  [32:21]- The healing power of nature and grounding to help regulate the nervous system!  LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Soursop Nutrition has been a staple for supporting strong immunity in my home. With the start of the school year coming around, now is the perfect time to stock up on their shakes and gummies! Use code SHANAH for 20% off your order of $50 or more.  I recently completed ProLon’s 5-Day Fasting Mimicking Diet and had an amazing experience. In the coming weeks I am looking forward to trying out their 1-Day Reset Kit. To try any of their fasting packages, use code FASTTOHEAL for 15% off.  I am so happy to have all of my favorite wellness companies and their associated discounts all in one place! You can visit the page here and shop health products you personally align with.  LET'S GET IN TOUCH:  Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ MY FREEBIES AND PROGRAMS: ENROLL in Low Insulin Academy ON-DEMAND HERE! My specialty course decoding everything about reversing metabolic illness!  If you want to work with me directly check out my coaching community! Find all my product recommendations and discount codes HERE. My FREE Starting Guides, a great place to learn more about the strategies I teach!  Register for my FREE webinar, You've Got Insulin Resistance and Blood Sugar Issues... NOW WHAT?!  Grab my metabolic testing guide!  Metabolic Makeover Starter Course teaches you how to transition from a sugar burner to a fat burner!  BE ON THE PODCAST by emailing [email protected] and sharing your story of how Fast to Heal Services have changed your life!