Why Eating More Might Be the Key to Losing Weight
- emilytillsrd
- Jul 2
- 3 min read
Michelle came to us feeling completely defeated. She was working as a CNA in a nursing home, walking 20,000 steps a day, constantly on the go, and barely sitting down for a meal. Her shifts were non-stop, filled with call bells, patient needs, and emergencies. By the time she got home, she was exhausted, ravenous, and frustrated. Despite barely eating during the day, she couldn’t seem to lose weight—and most nights ended in snacking and guilt.
What she didn’t realize is something we see all the time: She wasn’t eating enough.
If you feel like you’ve tried everything to lose weight—eating less, cutting out food groups, snacking only on carrots—but nothing works, you’re not alone. Many women come to me feeling confused and frustrated. One of the most common reasons? They’re not eating enough.
When we think of weight loss, we usually think of cutting calories. But eating too little for too long can actually stall your progress. Let’s talk about why that happens and how eating more might actually help you lose weight and feel better in your body.
Why Not Eating Enough Might Be Stopping Your Weight Loss
When you under-eat, your body adapts. It lowers your metabolism to conserve energy, prioritizing basic survival functions like keeping your heart beating and brain functioning. This is called metabolic adaptation. Over time, it becomes harder to lose weight, even if you’re eating less than ever.
You may also feel tired, foggy, constipated, or constantly hungry. Cravings go up. Mood dips. And when you finally do eat, it’s hard to stop. This is your body doing exactly what it's designed to do: protect you.
Now let’s look at what happens when you start fueling properly.
How Eating More Helped Michelle Lose 30 Pounds
When Michelle came to us, she was working long, demanding shifts as a CNA in a nursing home. She was walking 20,000 steps a day, often skipping meals just to keep up with the pace of her job. Despite barely eating during the day, she struggled with nighttime cravings and constant fatigue.
Michelle was eating under 900 calories most days—less than what a toddler needs. Her body was trying to survive, not thrive.
We worked together to slowly increase her intake to support her active lifestyle. Over time, we got her up to 1800+ calories per day. She focused on balanced meals with foods she enjoyed, like pasta paired with veggies and protein.
The result? Michelle lost 30 pounds in six months. She felt more energized, in control of her eating, and confident in her choices. Her progress came not from restriction, but from nourishment.
Signs You’re Not Eating Enough
So how do you know if under-eating might be holding you back? Some common signs include:
Long history of dieting or food rules
Brain fog or cloudy thinking
Digestive issues like gas, bloating, or constipation
Low energy, especially in the afternoon
Intense cravings, especially for carbs or sugar
Trouble regulating how much you eat when you do eat
If you’re nodding your head to more than a few of these, your next step might not be to cut more—it might be to eat more, strategically.
What Happens When You Eat Enough
When your body feels safe and supported, it lets go of the need to hold onto every calorie. You start to:
Feel more energized and focused
Eat more consistently
Crave less
Build lean muscle
Support your metabolism long term
That’s what we help you do inside the Nourished Membership.
Ready to Feel Better in Your Body?
If you're stuck in the eat-less, crave-more cycle, it might be time to try something different. Inside the Nourished Membership, you'll get personalized support, sustainable strategies, and accountability to fuel your body, not fight it.
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