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Belly Fat, Metabolism & The Real Cause of Weight Gain | @drashleylucas
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51:54Now PlayingIs weight gain really not your fault?
This episode may just change everything you thought you knew about losing weight.
In this episode, Dr. Josh Axe sits down with Dr. Ashley Lucas, PhD, RD, and founder of PHD Weight Loss, to uncover why so many weight loss efforts fail—and what truly works. From hormones and metabolism to emotional triggers, discover the deeper story behind stubborn weight gain.
Key Takeaways:
* How cortisol, insulin, and belly fat sabotage weight loss.
* Why calorie counting and over-exercising often backfire.
* How to heal a “damaged” metabolism.
* The hidden emotional and behavioral roots of weight gain.
* The real risks of GLP-1 drugs—and smarter alternatives.
Listen now to reframe your weight journey and walk away with real, lasting strategies for change.
#HormoneHealth #RootCauseWeightLoss #HealNotHustle
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