This Mom Lost 30 Pounds in 3 Months After Fixing Her Crucial Mistake
Are you struggling to lose weight? It may have more to do with your hormones than anything else. Katie Tufte is a mom and influencer whose mission is "helping moms conquer weight loss, energy, and support cortisol + GLP-1 naturally." In a recent Instagram post, she revealed how prioritizing three things was the ultimate game-changer while she was on her weight loss journey. "At the beginning of last year, I weighed 175 pounds," she writes in the Instagram video. "More than after my first pregnancy." She goes on to reveal "the truth" about how she lost 30 pounds.
She Maintains Her Elevated Cortisol Levels Were Causing Her Body to "Hold Onto Belly Fat"
"It wasn't just about the food. It was my hormones, specifically cortisol and GLP-1, that were wreaking havoc on my body and stalling my progress," she writes in her post. "I had no idea my elevated cortisol levels were causing my body to hold onto belly fat (hello, stress weight!) or that my GLP-1 levels were making it impossible to manage my sugar cravings and appetite."
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Switching Her Morning Routine
She decided to change her approach. "It wasn't until I switched up my morning routine—focusing on supporting my hormones rather than restricting my diet—that I saw real, lasting changes," she said. Here is what she started prioritizing.
Balancing Cortisol
The first thing she focused on was balancing cortisol. "Stress management became a priority—starting my day with sunlight, hydrating, and the right supplements that support cortisol levels," she says in the post.
Supporting GLP-1 Naturally
Katie didn't go on a drastic diet or take ozempic. "Supporting GLP-1 naturally" was a key part of her approach. "No more crazy sugar crashes or constant hunger. With the right support, I finally felt in control of my appetite and cravings, making weight loss more sustainable," she writes.
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Protein and Movement
Her final tactic was amping up her protein intake and also exercise. "Prioritizing protein intake and simple movement like daily walks made all the difference in how my body responded," she writes in the post. "Your hormones control Everything—fat storage, energy levels, hunger, even your mood. If you're doing all the 'right things' but still struggling with weight loss, it's time to look deeper and support your hormones," she concludes.
Sleep
In another post, she elaborates on her "secret sauce" for weight loss. She starts by revealing that she made "sleep a top priority," she says, recommending seven to nine hours a night. "Quality sleep is essential for recovery, hormone balance, and overall health," she says.
Replacing Intense Cardio with Low Impact Weight Training
She also switched up her approach to exercise. "Ditched intense cardio for low-impact weight training," she writes. "This helped me build muscle, boost metabolism, and reduce the stress on my body."
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Getting More Steps In
Walking more was also key. "Walking became my new best friend," she wrote. Science supports walking for a variety of reasons. One study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that walking at a brisk pace for about 30 minutes a day led to a reduced risk of heart disease, cancer, dementia, and death, compared with walking a similar number of steps but at a slower pace.
She Took Supplements
She also prevented nutrient deficiency by relying on supplements. She took ones "that kickstart your goals and support your cortisol levels," she says. And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.
