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Weight Loss Resistance 

Weight Loss Resistance: It’s Not Just About Calories or Willpower

If you’ve been doing “everything right” — eating clean, moving more, trying the latest diet or fasting app — but the scale won’t budge… it’s not your fault.

You may be dealing with weight loss resistance — a deeper, more complex issue that has nothing to do with laziness or lack of discipline.

You don’t need another fad.
You don’t need a GLP-1 injection.
You need to find out what’s interfering with your body’s ability to release fat.

 

Why Won’t My Body Let Go of the Weight?

Weight gain is a symptom — not the problem itself.

At the root of weight loss resistance, we often find:

  • Obesogens – chemical compounds in your food, plastics, air, and home that disrupt hormones and signal your body to store fat

  • Inflammation – chronic, low-grade inflammation that alters your metabolism and makes fat-burning nearly impossible

  • Insulin resistance – a metabolic imbalance that keeps your body in fat-storing mode, even if you're eating less

  • Toxin overload – pesticides, heavy metals, mold, synthetic fragrances, cleaning agents, and plastics that overwhelm your liver and stress your fat cells

  • Catabolic physiology – when your body breaks down muscle and burns out, rather than building and restoring

These stressors create a hormonal environment that locks in fat, slows down your metabolism, and leaves you feeling defeated — especially when traditional diets don’t work.

 

GLP-1s or Quick Fixes

Medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro may produce short-term results, but they often:

  • Suppress appetite without addressing root causes

  • Lead to muscle loss and nutrient depletion

  • Come with serious side effects like gastroparesis and malnutrition

  • Require lifelong use to maintain results

My approach is different — and more sustainable.

 

My Natural, Root-Cause Approach to Weight Loss Resistance

As a chiropractor and clinical nutritionist with over 20 years of experience, I help patients restore function and remove what’s blocking the body’s natural fat-burning ability.

My process focuses on:

  • Targeted detoxification of your food, air, water, and home

  • Reducing exposure to endocrine disruptors (obesogens)

  • Supporting liver and metabolic pathways for proper fat metabolism

  • Balancing hormones and lowering inflammation

  • Building muscle, not breaking it down

This isn’t a diet. It’s a metabolic reset.


And when your body is finally safe to let go of the weight, it will.

 

You’re Not Broken. You’re Blocked.

If your body’s been holding onto fat despite your best efforts, you’re not the problem.
But it’s time to stop guessing.

Let’s uncover the real reasons you’re stuck — and create a personalized strategy to help your body release, restore, and thrive.

 

Ready to Break Free from Weight Loss Resistance?

Located in Montgomery, AL

We accept insurance and offer functional metabolic evaluations
Book online or call today to get started
Let’s help your body finally do what it was designed to do.

Unlock Your Best Self: The Transformative Benefits of Healthy Weight Loss

Boosted Energy & Vitality:

Improved Health Markers:

Enhanced Confidence & Well-being:

Experience a significant increase in daily energy levels, allowing you to engage more fully in life, work, and hobbies without feeling fatigued.

Lower your risk for chronic conditions like Type 2 Diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure, leading to a healthier, longer life.

Feel more comfortable and confident in your own skin, leading to improved mental clarity, mood, and overall quality of life.

DR. WEST WORKS WITH PATIENTS ALL ACROSS THE COUNTRY VIA VIDEO CONSULTATIONS

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Disclaimer: The information on this website is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Dr. Brian West provides chiropractic and functional wellness services and does not act as a primary care provider. Individual results may vary. Always consult your physician before making changes to your healthcare plan.

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