The Thriving Metabolism: Weight Loss Beyond Diets
The Thriving Metabolism: Weight Loss Beyond Diets with Louise Digby is the podcast where nutrition, education, science, metabolism, and hormones meet. Weight loss is so much more than the mere calculation of calories in V calories out. What's always ignored are the internal factors that influence an individual's capacity to burn calories. Join BANT registered nutritional therapist and weight loss expert Louise Digby as we explore the nuances around metabolic health, hormones, gut health, and more in the context of weight loss.
The Thriving Metabolism: Weight Loss Beyond Diets
The Truth About Post-Holiday Detoxes
You indulged, you celebrated—and now you’re thinking about a reset.
The New Year feels like the perfect time for a fresh start, but do detoxes really work? Or are they just clever marketing gimmicks that promise results but leave you feeling worse?
In this episode, we dig into what it really takes to feel your best after the holidays. From understanding how your body naturally detoxifies to exploring smarter, simpler ways to reset, we’re cutting through the noise and giving you practical steps to start 2025 off strong.
If you’ve ever wondered whether extreme diets or detoxes are worth the hype—or if there’s a better way—this episode is for you.
Start the new year feeling confident, energised, and ready to take on your goals without falling for the detox myths. Listen now and join the 6 January Masterclass at bit.ly/fthemenobelly.
0:00 - Kicking off with holiday reflections and the detox debate
3:46 - Why January can feel overwhelming and how to reset effectively
5:52 - Debunking detox trends and exploring smarter ways to reset without harming your metabolism or hormone balance
8:27 - The body's natural detox process, the role of the liver, and why extreme diets often backfire
9:55 - The hidden dangers of releasing stored toxins during rapid weight loss
11:50 - Healthy ways to reset after indulgence, starting with hydration
13:59 - The importance of whole, unprocessed foods for recovery and bone health
14:30 - Incorporating gentle movement to support detox
14:58 - Why quality sleep is critical for recovery and hormone balance
15:41 - Why waiting until 1 January delays progress, and simple actions you can take today to feel better immediately
16:47 - Tips for navigating New Year’s Eve with balance and mindful indulgence
19:42 - Avoiding the all-or-nothing mindset and focusing on small, consistent actions that lead to lasting progress
23:01 - Invitation to the 6 January masterclass on overcoming frustration and guilt around health goals
