Weight Loss with Metabolic Adaptation

How Does Metabolic Adaptation Affect Weight Loss?

Metabolic adaptation, also known as adaptive thermogenesis, is a physiological response to weight loss and prolonged calorie restriction where the body's energy expenditure decreases beyond what is predicted for the new body mass. This metabolic slowdown makes further weight loss more challenging and can contribute to weight regain by increasing hunger signals and reducing the total calories the body burns daily. Managing it requires a strategic, long-term approach to nutrition and physical activity that supports metabolic health and prevents extreme energy deficits.