Prediabetes Weight Loss, Rewritten
Welcome to Prediabetes Weight Loss, Rewritten — the podcast where we toss out outdated advice like “just eat less and move more” and explore what it really takes to reverse prediabetes and lose weight in a way that’s sustainable, nourishing, and rooted in holistic health. I’m your host, Brenda Krohg, Holistic Health Practitioner and Founder of Hopefully Holistic. After reversing my own prediabetes and naturally losing stubborn weight through functional lab testing and lifestyle changes, I made it my mission to help other women do the same, without burnout, restriction, or guilt. Each week, you’ll get a blend of science-backed strategies and soulful insights to help you: Understand your metabolism and hormones Navigate weight loss resistance without shame Use tools like DUTCH and GI-MAP testing to uncover root causes Reconnect with your body and rewrite what health means for you This is prediabetes weight loss, rewritten — from the inside out. Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefullyholistic/ *Medical Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for medical care from your licensed Healthcare Provider*
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🎧 EPISODE DESCRIPTION
In this transformative episode, I share a personal revelation that changed my entire approach to health. After years of restrictive dieting, calorie obsession, and joyless routines, I discovered why these approaches actually trigger stress hormones that sabotage weight loss efforts and worsen prediabetes symptoms.
Learn how the physiological stress response from chronic dieting impacts blood sugar levels, insulin resistance, and stubborn fat storage and discover a revolutionary "joy prescription" that works with your body's natural processes instead of against them.
🔑 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
The powerful connection between believing you deserve care and your body's ability to heal
Why perfectionism and "productivity pressure" create the exact biochemical conditions preventing weight loss
How cortisol from restrictive eating directly sabotages your weight loss and blood sugar goals
The four-step joy prescription for sustainable health transformation
How to create a holistic vision beyond numbers and physical goals
A simple exercise to align your health journey with who you truly want to become
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction to Prediabetes Weight Loss
00:44 A Personal Revelation
02:30 The Joyless Health Journey
04:55 The Importance of Joy in Health
08:02 Transforming Your Health Journey
12:32 Practical Steps for Joyful Health
15:41 Creating a Holistic Vision
17:04 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
📱 CONNECT WITH ME
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefullyholistic/
Tuesday May 13, 2025
Tuesday May 13, 2025
🎧 EPISODE DESCRIPTION
Struggling with stubborn weight despite endless dieting? In this eye-opening episode, discover why chronic calorie deficits are secretly destroying your metabolism. Learn how the conventional "eat less, move more" approach fails most women and creates a destructive cycle of weight gain, hormonal chaos, and metabolic damage. Which does NOT help if you're also dealing with prediabetes.
I share my personal journey from restrictive eating to metabolic freedom, including the shocking functional lab test results that finally explained why I gained 30 pounds despite "doing everything right." This episode reveals the hidden connection between chronic dieting, disrupted hormones, and the biochemical changes that make sustainable weight loss feel impossible.
Whether you're concerned about prediabetes, trapped in yo-yo dieting, or simply tired of restricting without results, this holistic weight loss approach will transform your understanding of what your body truly needs. Discover my 5-step Metabolic Reset Framework that has helped hundreds of women rebuild their metabolism without counting a single calorie.
🔑 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
Why calorie deficits eventually LOWER your metabolism and trigger weight gain
How conventional dieting disrupts gut health, hormone balance, and thyroid function
The three functional lab tests that reveal why your body resists weight loss
My proven 5-step Metabolic Reset Framework for sustainable, holistic weight loss
How to increase your metabolic rate without excessive exercise or restriction
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction: The Calorie Deficit Trap
01:12 My Personal Calorie Deficit Journey
04:50 The Science Behind Metabolism and Calorie Burn
11:34 The Hidden Dangers of Chronic Dieting
18:44 Steps to Reset Your Metabolism
23:51 Conclusion: Embrace Sustainable Health
📱 CONNECT WITH ME
DM me on Instagram for exclusive free resources mentioned in this episode:
"FREEDOM" for my 14-Day Metabolic Reset Guide
"LABS" for the Functional Testing Blueprint
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefullyholistic/
🌟 Ready for personalized support? Email brenda@hopefullyholistic with "PODCAST TRANSFORMATION" to apply for a Metabolic Reset Strategy Session (limited availability).
Friday Apr 18, 2025
Friday Apr 18, 2025
What I wish I knew about prediabetes, weight loss, and my body’s real needs. In this first episode of Prediabetes Weight Loss, Rewritten, I share how “doing everything right” led to burnout and a prediabetes diagnosis at 26. I dive into why generic advice failed me — and how functional labs and a holistic health approach finally helped me lose weight and reverse prediabetes.
If you'd like a free copy of my resource "7 Common Weight Loss Tips Keeping You Stuck & What to Do Instead" simply DM me "PODCAST" on Instagram or TikTok.
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