When the body’s metabolism slows down, it burns fewer calories than usual
making weight loss challenging even with strict dieting or regular exercise. This issue may stem from aging, hormonal imbalance, or certain weight-loss habits that affect how the body uses energy.
What Is Metabolism?
The body burns energy continuously, even at rest, through what is known as the Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR). Physical movement, daily activities, and digestion also increase energy expenditure. Since each person’s age, sex, muscle mass, and lifestyle differ, metabolic rates naturally vary from person to person.
What Causes a Slowed Metabolism
Several factors can cause the metabolism to work below normal levels:
- Underlying health conditions, such as thyroid dysfunction
- Increasing age, which naturally lowers BMR
- Small body frame or low muscle mass, which reduces overall energy usage
- Repeated weight cycling (Yo-yo effect) from improper dieting, which gradually impairs metabolic efficiency
Signs That Your Metabolism Is Slowing Down
- Gaining weight easily despite eating small portions
- Difficulty losing weight or minimal results even with effort
- Persistent fatigue or low energy
- Increased fat accumulation around the midsection
Summary
A slowed metabolism is a major barrier to effective weight loss, but it can be improved with proper lifestyle adjustments—balanced nutrition, appropriate exercise, and sustainable daily habits. If you find weight control becoming more difficult, feel unusually fatigued, or suspect your metabolism may not be functioning optimally, a structured health evaluation can help identify the underlying cause and guide the right approach.
Acqua Wellness Clinic provides metabolic assessments, health evaluations, and personalized nutrition planning to help restore balance and support long-term, effective weight management.
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