Weight loss on the protocol can sometimes stall, leading to frustration and confusion for dieters. If you’re stuck and unsure of what to do next, you’re not alone! Here’s a quick overview of the most common causes and how to troubleshoot them:

A stalled weight loss can often be attributed to a misstep in your food intake, whether it’s too many calories, too few macronutrients, or too much sodium.

Emotional eating is another common occurrence and can lead to a stall in weight loss. Stress, sadness, and joy can all be triggers for emotional eating and should be addressed prior to continuing the protocol.

There are many possible reasons for your weight to stall. Use the checklist below to determine the root cause of the problem so it can be resolved as soon as possible. Many times you can move past a stall with some minor adjustments.

***Note*** If you have stalled for more than 2 days while following the protocol, click the Insta-Chat button on the bottom right of this screen for live coaching assistance.
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Having restful sleep helps promote the purification cycle overnight. If sleep is interrupted it can show up on the scale.
​Solution: Drink the adrenal cocktail for at least 2 weeks to help nourish and calm the adrenal glands.
​Tip: If sleep does not improve after the first week start taking the adrenal cocktail in the morning as well.  
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Solution: Increase water intake and start tracking water intake daily. Aim for 70 to 90 ounces, no more than 90 ounces a day.
​Tip: Drink 16 ounces in the morning and with both meals and snacks to stay on track

Soluble fiber helps pull fat and toxins from your body.
​Solution: Our recommendation is that you consume 70% of your vegetables raw and experiment with different leafy greens from the level 1 food list when preparing cooked.
​Tip: Juicing should be kept at a minimum during level 1. We want you to eat all that beneficial fiber!

Chef-made meals tend to add a lot of sugar, sodium, and cholesterol.
​Solution: Here is our Betr guide to eating out!
​Tip: Life happens!  Share the details of the restaurant you'll be dining in to receive meal recommendations from your coach (given a 24-hour notice) or message into "Ask Us" for a quicker response.

Solution:  Rotate your proteins by eating more white fish or chicken
​Tip: Limit beef to twice a week

Solution: Once you have your first meal of the day we recommend eating every 2 -3 hours to keep your blood sugar balanced and energy level up.
​Tip: Ensure you eat your last meal 2-3 hours before bedtime to get the most out of the purification cycle overnight.

Mild constipation in Level 1 is completely normal
​Solution: Add another probiotic and digestive enzyme with lunch and dinner for 1 day and drink a cup of Smooth Move Tea before bedtime.  Add a Flax Seed Smoothie if Smooth Move Tea does not work.
​Tip: Drip warm water with fresh lemon and fresh ginger daily every morning. Great for digestion and alkalizes the body. 

Solution: Add breakfast activity fuel on workout days and optional snack and meal boosts as needed.
​Tip: Log exercise in the App so your coach can monitor portion sizes to ensure you are eating enough.

Weight always fluctuates during this time.
​Solution: Add fresh lemon to water for an extra flush, and add light exercise like a 20-30 min walk or gentle yoga
​Tip: Take a hot Epsom Salt Bath to help with cramps

Solution: Rotate protein, fruits, and veggies daily to keep your body using different enzymes to break down foods.
​Tip: Alternate between apples and grapefruit for morning snacks - great for fat burning 

Solution: Eliminate raw or cooked onions or cabbage for a few days. Limit mineral water or seltzer to 8 oz. daily.
​Tip: Add extra probiotics and enzymes to help break down and absorb foods causing gas or bloat. Reduce portion size.

Herbal teas and flavored coffees may contain natural flavors which may mean hidden sugar alcohol or other additives.
​Solution:  Check the ingredients. Anything labeled flavored may contain additives.
​Tip: Use beverages flavored with organic spices like cinnamon or ginger. 

If you are eating too little, your body will hold on to its weight.
​Solution: Get in touch with your coach to check your meals.
​Tip: Make sure you are eating no less than the minimum portion sizes 

Premixed spices can include too much salt as well as additives (if non-organic)
​Solution: Read labels, check for sodium and sugar
​Tip: Use fresh, dry, or frozen organic spices or create homemade spice blends