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A plateau can feel discouraging. You’re doing the work. You’re trying to stay consistent. And the scale just sits there. But plateaus aren’t proof that nothing is happening. They are signals.

Your body is not a machine that releases fat on a predictable schedule.

Fat loss happens in waves.

Sometimes the body:

• releases fat but holds water
   
• adjusts hormones
   
• rebuilds tissue
   
• shifts gut bacteria
   
• rebalances stress chemistry
   

The scale may not move, but biology is still changing.

Plateaus often come from one of these:

Hidden sugars or “keto treats.” These can restart cravings and insulin spikes.

Snacking and frequent eating

Even low-carb snacks keep insulin elevated.

Stress and poor sleep

Cortisol can stall fat loss even on perfect food choices.

Inflammation

The body holds water and resists fat loss when inflamed.

Under-eating

Extreme restriction can signal threat and slow progress.