In todays episode we talk about things that may be preventing weight loss even in a negative energy balance i.e. a calorie deficit. We discuss the common drivers of dysfunction in the body and how that creates stress that can halt weight loss/fat loss... We also discuss why exercise is not the way to create a deficit, how calories are not metabolized equally, how foods affect our hormones and, in turn, can affect how we use or store energy.  One of the big take homes today is to consider your HEALTH and quality of food versus just calories as many people fill their intake with 'diet' food that contains a lot of chemicals, which are associated with obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, high LDL cholesterol, mental health illness, neurological decline and all cause mortality. Not so fun, FUN FACT: In Europe there are more than 1,300 chemicals that are not legally allowed to be added into food due to their toxic effect on human health. The US has only curbed 11 of these. Note: not made illegal, just recommended against...we will share more about this in a coming episode! Join our private FitMom Lifestyle community HEREWant to schedule a strategy call with us? Schedule HERETo connect with Liz Roman click HERETo connect with Becca Chilczenkowski click HERERead More on FitMom Lifestyle HERECheck out Liz’s COOKBOOK, FitCookery HERECheck out our PLANNER, Win The Day HEREThis episode is brought to you by FitMom Lifestyle Marketing and Production by brandhard Want to check out some of our favorite supplements like the Daily Greens, Digestive Enzymes, and some of the best tasting protein to help you recover from your workout (Fruit D Loop is one of our favorites) visit 1stPhorm now.Looking for high quality supplements at a discount? Purchase through our Wellevate account HEREStay SALTY with our favorite electrolyte packets, LMNT! LMNT is a electrolyte drink mix that is formulated to help anyone with their electrolyte needs and is perfectly suited to folks following a keto, low-carb, or paleo diet AND it is soo tasty - great for flavoring water and helping you drink more! Our favorite flavors include Watermelon, Raspberry, Mango Chili, Grapefruit and Citrus!Please do us that favor and share this with your friends and family so we can reach more lives!