You may have seen that I offer Metabolic Balance to help people struggling with weight gain to finally lose weight and regain their energy and zest for life.

I understand that a weight management program like this is an investment of your time and money and perhaps you’ve never worked with a Naturopath like me before. I also understand that there are other similar products or services out there too. Sometimes it can feel hard to choose what’s best for you, so I wrote this blog to help you understand everything you need to know before deciding that I am the Coach for you!

I really want you to have all the info you need to make the choice that is right for you, so this blog will dive into all the details about Metabolic Balance.

Who is Metabolic Balance for?

Metabolic Balance is for anyone who is struggling to lose weight no matter what you try and is confused by what you should be eating.

You may be suffering from metabolic diseases such as hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes or insulin resistance, and your doctor has told you to lose some weight or go on meds.

You may be suffering from hormonal conditions such as PMS, migraines, endometriosis, PCOS or perimenopausal weight gain.

This program is for you if:

• You’re tired, burnt out, desperate to get your mojo back and you’re ready to make some positive health changes.
• You’re fed up with yo-yo dieting and want to learn how to eat right for the future.
• You’re at the fork in the road with your health and you know you need to make changes or risk damage to your health.

What exactly is Metabolic Balance?

Metabolic Balance is a personalised nutrition plan that matches your body’s metabolic chemistry to the right foods for you. It was developed by a German doctor and optimised over the last 25 years by scientists, and has helped over 1 million people world-wide.

After a simple blood test and an initial consultation to discuss your health concerns, 36 metabolic blood values and your personal profile are used to create an individualised nutrition plan telling you exactly what to eat and when. Then together with me to guide you through the journey, you learn the foods best suited for your body and create the lifestyle you need to know for balance, well-being and long-term health. The ultimate goal is teaching you how to cook delicious, nutritious meals for yourself that don’t need to be elaborate or time consuming, just simple, whole foods used as medicine.

There are four phases in the program and each one helps step you closer to your best health:

Phase 1 – The two day cleanse to prepare your body for weight loss.
Phase 2 – Following the plan as closely as possible to allow for optimised health, healing, reduced inflammation and the metabolic reset.
Phase 3 – Adding back in foods not on your plan and watching how your body responds. This phase is about listening intuitively to how your body responds and what foods make you feel best.
Phase 4 – Maintenance phase following the 80/20 rule. You’ve learned how to eat healthfully and intuitively, and can enjoy life going out without deprivation. To maintain your new weight you need to continue to eat like you’ve learned most of the time and exercise regularly.

Why I became a Metabolic Balance practitioner?

The right nutrition underpins the health of us all. Supporting the body using food as medicine is one of the foundations of naturopathic care. The fact is, eating healthier choices and releasing excess weight can help reverse or reduce the symptoms of so many conditions. It can also change people’s lives mentally and emotionally!

What is included in the program?

• Initial consultation and testing package: so you can gain a clear insight into the underlying drivers of your symptoms and we can develop a personalised plan for you.
• Personalised nutrition plan: that will help you eat the best foods for your body to heal, reduce inflammation and release weight.
• A herbal or supplemental prescription: designed to support your body through the process and manage your health condition (additional cost depending on the level of support you choose)
• Regular Follow Up Appointments: to help support you through the program and keep you on track.
  Merchandise pack to keep you organised and kickstart the program.
• Support workbooks and groups, meal planning and mindset sessions (depending on the level of support you choose).

how do i get started and what is the investment?

Step 1. Book in for your initial consultation:
This allows me to support your weight loss holistically by knowing the ins and outs of your health. Weight loss is not just calories in and out. Your weight can be affected by medical conditions, cultural background, genetics, the environment, sleep, medications, mental health and lifestyle, as well as the obvious ones such as what you actually eat, portion sizes and activity levels. Knowing your life holistically helps me better support you through the program.

Step 2. Choose your package:
After your initial consultation, you choose from 3 package options for the 12 week Metabolic Balance program, depending on the level of support you need. Packages start from $1500:

1. Base package: 

• The required blood tests
• Personalised nutrition plan
• Merchandise pack to get you started
• 7 consultations over 12 weeks
• Recipe books and access to Facebook recipe groups.
• Any recommended prescription or additional pathology testing is an extra cost.

2. Premium Package:

• Everything in the base plan plus:
• Additional 4 consultations to use when extra support is required
• A meal planning session
• Premium Metabolic Balance® merchandise pack (instead of standard)
• Additional bloods drawn to assess your overall health, including analysis and explanation session.
• Motivational Journal eBook, goal setting and self-sabotage workbooks.

3. VIP Package:

The VIP package is part of my 4-Step Health Blueprint to reclaim your health. Metabolic Balance is one of the pillars of this 3-month program, coupled with a personalised plan to support the entire foundations of your health.

Over 12 weeks your personalised plan will support:

• Diet evaluation to uncover intolerances
• Metabolic analysis and additional testing as required uncover pathology
• Enhanced detoxification of kidneys, liver and lymph
• Restored gut health
• Nervous system, adrenal function and hormonal health support
• Mindset, emotional triggers, goal setting work to help you master healthier habits
• Personalised Metabolic Balance nutrition plan 
• All herbal and supplement prescriptions included to supercharge your results
• Tailored exercise plan
• Premium merchandise pack
• Coach in your back pocket – 24/7 support to answer questions or give you a pep talk!

Everything you need is included in the program price of the VIP package. If you struggle with accountability or are feeling on the brink of burnout, this program gives next level support to get you feeling like your old self again. I will be there every step of the way to support you with any challenges. You can find out more about the Reclaim Your Health program here. 

Who is this not for?

This is NOT for you if:

• You are not committed to making lifelong changes
• You don’t have time to commit to appointments
• You have significant liver or kidney disease
• You are currently pregnant or breastfeeding. 

Who is your practitioner & coach?

As a degree-qualified Naturopath and someone who has also done the Metabolic Balance program, I have the skills and knowledge to support you through your journey. I help support your health conditions, work on your mindset and keep you accountable as you lose weight.

What results can I expect?

While we realise we can never guarantee results when it comes to health & wellness, these are some of the improvements and changes that you can potentially expect for people who go through Metabolic Balance:

• Balanced hormones
• Sustainable weight loss
• Reduced or reversed metabolic diseases
• Some clients have had medications reduced or stopped altogether by their GP!
• Better gut health and digestion
• Increased energy
• Regulated thyroid health
• Improved health and vitality
• Better sleep
• Increased mental alertness
• Reduced pain and inflammation
• Fit back into those old clothes and feel more comfortable and confident!

NEXT STEPS!

Now you know everything you need to know about Metabolic Balance!

If you would like my help to achieve your weight loss goals, then Book in a free discovery call to learn more about Metabolic Balance or my Reclaim Your Health program.

As a Naturopath & Metabolic Balance® weight management coach I love helping people to lose weight and regain their energy.

And I hear a lot of stories from my patients about what they have been doing to try to solve their weight loss struggles themselves… and while I am happy that they’ve been so proactive, sometimes what they’ve been doing (or not doing) is holding them back!

And so today I wanted to share with you 3 of the most common mistakes I see people making so that you can avoid this. And, I will also share what you can try instead.

So if you’re really struggling with weight loss then read on because these are 3 mistakes you do not want to be making.

MISTAKE #1: Not eating enough
In weight loss you are going to feel hungry at times, that is normal, usually sometime in the hour before you are due to eat. But starving yourself or eating too little is also going to be a form of stress on the body! We know that stress means elevated cortisol levels, which also make us crave sweet, salty or fatty foods. It stimulates the metabolism of fats and carbs so we can have the energy for our “fight or flight” response, but that means it also increases our hunger and the likelihood of bingeing instead!

 

What you can try instead:

Focus on eating just enough that you are full. Calorie counting doesn’t teach you to notice your body’s hunger and fullness cues. It can take time but once you get your portion sizes right for YOU, you will feel full after a healthy meal, limit hunger between meals and make you less likely to want to snack.

 

MISTAKE #2: Exercising like a demon

If you’re already stressed, a HIIT work-out is likely doing you more harm than good. Over-exercising is a form of stress on the body and spikes adrenaline and cortisol levels. These stress hormones actually make it harder for insulin to work properly, contributing to insulin resistance. These stress hormones increase blood glucose but also reduce the sensitivity of insulin to get glucose into the cells. The increased blood glucose levels signal the body to store the excess blood sugars by turning this into fat cells, adding to weight gain.

  

What you can try instead:

Try sticking to a more sensible routine – being consistent with regular walks and focusing on weight bearing exercises such as pilates and strength training can help increase your basal metabolic rate so you burn more fat, without over-stressing your body. Your fat-burning heart rate is around 70% percent of your maximum heart rate, so if you’re 40 years old your fat burning heart rate should be between 115-137bpm. Keeping it at the lower end of the range reduces the stress on the body whilst still utilising fat stores as the primary source of energy.

 

MISTAKE #3: Low-fat foods
Low-fat foods became popular in the 80s when fat was demonised and have somehow hung around. But the fact of the matter is that quite often low fat foods have other additives or added sugars, because if they take out the fat, they still need it to taste good! Think about your yogurts or ice cream here. And we know that sugar is the culprit when it comes to weight gain, so we don’t want added sugars! Or even if it’s low fat milk and there is no added sugar, removing the fat actually means a higher lactose aka sugar content overall.

 

What you can try instead:

Eat whole foods with as minimal processing and additives as possible – so don’t feel bad choosing full fat milk, cheese and yogurt. If you’re having ice-cream just enjoy the full-fat version too. Just remember portion sizes still count and it should be an occasional treat! Otherwise you could make your own by blending a frozen banana with some berries. 

Next steps?

Have you made any of the mistakes above? 

The most important thing to remember is consistency in exercise and diet is key.

But most importantly…  we are all human! We have bad days, we mess up. But don’t let guilt or shame override your goals, just get back on the proverbial horse and keep going, don’t wait for Monday!

Before making any significant diet changes, it’s always a good idea to consult with a healthcare professional, especially if you have any underlying health conditions or are taking medications.

If you would like my help to reach your weight loss goals, book in a free discovery call to learn more about how the Metabolic Balance weight loss program can help you.