The FitQueen Blog


How Charlotte has improved her body confidence and found harmony with her PCOS in time for her Wedding day!
Author: Emily De Luzy

Your wedding day should be the happiest day of your life. But many women are petrified about getting to their big day, standing in front of the mirror and feeling ashamed at the woman they see in the mirror. Charlotte was one of these women...

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How hormones affect weight loss - Stress, cortisol & weight gain.
Author: Emily De Luzy

Your fast-paced, high-stress lifestyle can be one of the most significant contributors to weight gain. Or if you’re trying to lose weight, you may find that no matter how much exercise you do or how healthily you eat, that the weight stubbornly refuses to shift.


How hormones affect weight loss - Your thyroid’s role.
Author: Emily De Luzy

It is estimated that 20% of women suffer from an under-active thyroid - otherwise known as hypothyroidism. Women are also 5-8 times more likely to develop the condition than men. What’s worse is that up to 60% of women suffering from the condition are unaware of it.


How hormones affect weight loss - Will Insulin cause weight gain?
Author: Emily De Luzy

Higher levels of insulin in the bloodstream signal the body to store more fat. One of the most common conditions suffered by women is Insulin resistance. A condition where the cells in the body become less sensitive to insulin. One of the defining characteristics of this condition is weight gain, particularly around the belly. The good news is that you can reverse insulin resistance without having to turn to medical advice! And it’s easy to implement!

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