# 99. Why You’re Not Losing Weight (Hidden Insulin Problem) with Michelle Doel and Alicia Harding

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Podcast: [Functional Moms Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/functional-moms-podcast-6372285)
Published: 2026-04-14T08:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Are you struggling with stubborn weight gain, energy crashes, poor sleep, or constant cravings? The problem might not be your diet—it could be your blood sugar and insulin. In this episode, functional medicine health coaches Michelle Doel and Alicia Harding break down the hidden connection between blood sugar, insulin, and metabolism—and how it impacts fat loss, energy, hormones, and long-term health. If you’ve tried everything and still can’t lose weight, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on inside your body—and how to fix it. What You’ll Learn: How blood sugar impacts fat loss, energy, and hormones The real role of insulin in weight gain and inflammation Why even non-diabetics need to care about blood sugar How CGM (continuous glucose monitoring) works Simple ways to improve insulin sensitivity How to reduce cravings, boost energy, and sleep better The impact of alcohol on blood sugar How to “put insulin to bed” for better fat burning Connect with Michelle and Alicia: https://metabolism-mastery.com/⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/metabolism_mastery_coaches/ https://www.instagram.com/bloom.longevity/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theteenhealthcoach/⁠ More Episodes on Insulin Resistance: ⁠https://youtu.be/EpHBytK0R4U?si=I0S__GmT6HzEC09i⁠ Supplement Store (25% OFF): ⁠https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/functional-moms⁠ Don’t Forget: Follow on Apple Podcasts and Spotify Subscribe for more expert health content ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@functionalmomspodcast/⁠ DISCLAIMER This content is strictly the opinion of Michelle Doel and Alicia Harding and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers are advised to consu…

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