Ep. 108 Exhausted by Diets and Endless Check-Ups? Why Restriction Backfires

Is your teen tired of the blood tests, the check-ups, and the diet after diet that never seem to stick? If they've been stuck in a cycle of restricting, overeating, feeling awful, and restricting again, this episode is for you. Dr. Jenny explains the biology behind that exhaustion: why the body slows metabolism when it doesn't get enough fuel, why puberty itself lowers insulin sensitivity by roughly 25–30%, and why insulin resistance takes time to build and time to improve. Most importantly, it's not your teen's fault. In this episode: •      Why picky eating and restriction show up in teens, not just toddlers •      How under-eating puts the body into energy-saving "survival mode" •      Why puberty makes insulin resistance harder to shift •      Adding foods back one at a time, without pressure to clean the plate •      The "add, don't subtract" approach I’m Dr. Jenny Gourgari—pediatric endocrinologist, certified in obesity medicine and a health coach.  After helping hundreds of teens struggling with insulin resistance, prediabetes and their hormones, I’ve created a whole new path by doing what most programs miss: balance puberty hormones naturally and create healthy habits that actually last. Here's what makes this different: ✅ No dieting. No calorie counting. No shame. ✅ No more food fights between parents and teens. ✅ No weight obsession—just healthy habits ✅ Real science behind how puberty hormones affect weight ✅ A safe, supportive approach that prevents eating disorders Because when teens understand their hormones and get the right support, they don’t just lose weight—they gain strength, energy, confidence, and freedom! 🎁 Grab my FREE resources below:   30 Healthy Recipes for Teens with Insulin Resistance and Prediabetes A guide for parents of Teens with Insulin Restance or Prediabetes: what you need to know 20 High -Protein Snack Ideas for Teens with Insulin Resistance and Prediabetes