Decoding Your Metabolic Patterns – What Your Body Is Telling You
Decoding Your Metabolic Patterns – What Your Body Is Telling You
💡 Your Metabolism is Talking… Are You Listening?
Last week, in Discover What's Keeping Your Metabolism Stuck, we explored how PCOS weight struggles are deeply connected to issues like blood sugar crashes, cortisol spikes, and insulin resistance. We talked about the importance of tuning in to your hunger, cravings, and energy—not to obsess, but to get curious about what your body is trying to say.
Now, let’s go a step further.
This week is all about decoding your metabolic patterns—so you can start making small adjustments that support your body instead of stressing it out.
Think of your metabolism like a drama queen bestie—she’s loud, emotional, and constantly trying to get your attention. The problem? We’re often too busy ignoring the signs (or blaming ourselves) to actually decode what she’s trying to tell us.
Let’s break down the signals:
🍩 You’re craving sugar after meals → Your blood sugar likely spiked from a high-carb meal and then dropped like a rollercoaster. Your body is desperately waving a white flag for fast energy. It’s not being dramatic—it's in a panic.
😴 You feel exhausted after eating → This is like putting fuel in the car and it still sputters. If your cells are insulin resistant, they can’t access that energy. So you feel drained instead of fueled.
🍽️ You’re always hungry → You may not be getting the right combo of protein, fat, and fiber to actually satisfy your metabolism. Or your body could be stuck in fat-hoarding mode thanks to cortisol and insulin confusion.
🛑 You feel bloated or sluggish → Your digestion and metabolism might be overwhelmed—think of it like your body trying to process a 10-item to-do list with a dying phone battery. Not ideal.
Every one of these signals is a clue. Decoding them helps you stop guessing and start responding in a way your body can actually use.
What You Can Do This Week
There are a lot of ways to support your metabolism, and you don’t have to do them all at once. But if you’re looking for one powerful place to start: don’t skip meals.
I know, I know. Skipping meals seems like a logical move when you’re trying to lose weight. But for women with PCOS, skipping meals does the opposite of what you want. It ramps up cortisol (your stress hormone), throws off blood sugar, and sends your body into lockdown mode.
When your body thinks food is scarce, it clings to fat like it’s preparing for winter. And then comes the cycle: cravings, crashes, bingeing, guilt—repeat.
✅ Instead, aim to eat every 3–4 hours with balanced meals. Include:
Protein (think: eggs, chicken, tofu, collagen)
Healthy fats (like avocado, nuts, olive oil)
Fiber-rich carbs (like sweet potatoes, quinoa, berries)
It’s about creating rhythm and reliability so your body doesn’t feel the need to panic.
Remember: You’re not just feeding your body—you’re calming your metabolism and telling it, "You’re safe. We’ve got this."
Stay curious. Keep listening. And know that every time you nourish yourself with intention, you’re building a more responsive, balanced body.
💛 💛 Want help putting this into action with coaching and a community that gets it? Join us inside the PCOS Momentum Membership (this link will take you to the info page where you can also sign-up) where we break it down and build it back up—together.
💛 Not ready to join? Come to my next workshop. Register here.
Disclaimer: This blog post is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.
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