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Ever wonder why weight loss gets harder the longer you diet?

Today, we're exploring the science behind metabolic adaptation, debunking myths about creatine for women, and sharing practical tips for maintaining your diet at work.

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• Why does our body adapt to the diet calories

• Article Explained Simple: Is Creatine for Women?

• Top 3 pieces of advice for diet during work

• Healthy high protein work meal prep Recipe

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Why does our body adapt to the diet calories?

Metabolic adaptation is your body's natural survival mechanism. Understanding it can help you navigate weight loss plateaus more effectively.

Think of your body as a smart survival machine. When you consistently eat fewer calories, it recognizes this as potential scarcity and adapts to function on less energy.

This adaptation happens through several mechanisms. Your metabolism slows down, non-essential functions require less energy, and your body becomes more efficient at storing energy.

Hormonal changes play a crucial role. Leptin, your satiety hormone, decreases, while ghrelin, your hunger hormone, increases. This makes you hungrier and more likely to store fat.

Your body also reduces non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) - the energy spent on unconscious movement like fidgeting or maintaining posture. You naturally move less without realizing it.

Muscle tissue is metabolically expensive. During prolonged dieting, your body might break down some muscle to reduce energy demands, further lowering your metabolic rate.

This adaptation made sense for survival in times of food scarcity. Today, it's a frustrating obstacle in weight loss efforts.

The longer you diet, the more pronounced these adaptations become. This explains why initial weight loss is often easier than losing those last few pounds.

To combat this, incorporate diet breaks or "re-feeds" every few weeks. This can help reset some of these adaptations and maintain a higher metabolic rate.

Progressive overload in training becomes crucial during a diet. It signals to your body to maintain muscle mass despite the caloric deficit.

Protein intake becomes even more important as your calories decrease. It helps preserve muscle mass and keeps your metabolic rate higher.

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Top 3 pieces of advice for diet during work

Maintaining a healthy diet at work can be challenging.

Here are three practical tips to help you stay on track:

1. Meal Prep Stratigically
   
   Prepare 3-4 days of meals at once, focusing on foods that maintain quality when reheated.
   
   Invest in good quality containers that are microwave-safe and leak-proof.
   
   Choose meals that can be eaten cold if needed.
   
   This removes decision fatigue and prevents impulsive food choices.
   

2. Time your meals wisely
   
   Plan your work meals around your most productive hours.
   
   If you know you get hungry mid-morning, schedule a protein-rich snack then.
   
   Keep healthy snacks at your desk for unexpected hunger.
   
   Avoid working through lunch - take time to eat mindfully.
   

3. Stay hydrated
   
   Keep a large water bottle at your desk and refill it regularly.
   
   Often, hunger signals are actually thirst.
   
   Herbal teas can provide variety without calories.
   
   Set reminders to drink water throughout the day, especially during busy periods.
   

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Healthy high protein work meal prep Recipe (makes 5 servings)

This recipe is perfect for work lunches: it's easy to prep, stays fresh, and tastes great even when reheated.

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Macros per serving

• Total Calories: 400 kcal

• Protein: 35 g

• Carbohydrates: 35 g

• Sugars: 5 g

• Fat: 15 g

The Ingredients

• 500g chicken breast, diced

• 250g quinoa

• 500g mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp ginger, minced

• For the sauce:

  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce

  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

  • 1 tsp honey

  • 1 tsp sriracha (optional)

The Instructions

• Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Set aside.

• Season chicken with salt and pepper.

• Heat olive oil in a large pan. Cook chicken until golden, about 6-8 minutes.

• Remove chicken, add vegetables to the same pan. Cook until tender-crisp.

• Mix sauce ingredients in a bowl.

• Combine quinoa, chicken, vegetables, and sauce.

• Divide into five containers.

• Let cool completely before sealing containers.

• Store in refrigerator for up to 5 days.

This meal prep recipe provides balanced nutrition and stays fresh throughout the week.

The combination of lean protein, complex carbs, and vegetables keeps you satisfied during long work days.

Each container is a complete meal that can be easily reheated at work!

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