# Why Can’t I Lose Weight? 5 Common Chinese Medicine Patterns I See in Women

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Published: 2026-05-25T13:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Have you ever felt stuck trying to lose weight, like no matter what you do, your body just is not responding? In this episode of Chinese Medicine for Christians, I share a personal story about a time I pushed my body through an extreme approach to weight loss and why it left me feeling worse, not better. We talk about why weight loss is often about more than calories or willpower. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, your body may be giving clues through fatigue, bloating, cravings, stress, hormonal imbalances, and digestive issues. I’m sharing 5 common TCM patterns I often see in women who struggle to lose weight: 🌿 Dampness & Phlegm🌿 Liver Qi Stagnation (stress and emotional overwhelm)🌿 Spleen Qi Deficiency (digestive weakness)🌿 Kidney Yang Deficiency (hormonal depletion)🌿 Blood Sugar & Hormonal Imbalances We also talk about simple, practical ways to start supporting your body in a healthier, more sustainable way. Your body is not working against you. It may be trying to tell you something. "Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life." Proverbs 4:23 Connect with Melissa Peters, L.Ac.📧 hello@melissapetershealth.com🌿 Free newsletter + resources: go.melissapetershealth.com👥 Join the community: TCM for Christians Facebook Group If this episode encouraged you, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who may need it too.

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