The Micronutrient Mistake That Could Be Slowing Down Your Metabolism
- Marjorie Jane Velasco
- Aug 8
- 2 min read
Have you ever cleaned up your diet, added workouts to your week, maybe even tried fasting or keto and still felt like your body didn’t get the memo?
If so, you’re not crazy, and it’s not just your hormones.
The truth is, many women over 40 are doing all the right things and still feel tired, puffy, moody, and stuck in a body that won’t shift. They’re told to eat less and move more, but no one’s talking about the missing piece that could be making all the difference:
👉 Micronutrients.
Tiny but mighty, micronutrients (like B vitamins, magnesium, zinc, iodine, and iron) are not optional extras they are essential players in how your metabolism runs, how you process food, and how much energy you can create at the cellular level.
What Your Body Is Really Telling You
You might be low in micronutrients if you’re noticing:
Low energy no matter how much you sleep
Strong cravings, especially for sugar or salty foods
Digestive issues like constipation, bloating, or sluggishness
Mood swings, anxiety, or feeling “off” emotionally
Weight that won’t respond to diet and exercise
These aren’t random. They are biochemical signs that your body is undernourished at the cellular level.
Why Micronutrients Matter So Much for Metabolism
Your metabolism isn’t just one switch it’s a web of chemical reactions, enzymes, and hormones all working together to burn fat, regulate appetite, and maintain energy.
Every one of those reactions requires nutrients like:
B Vitamins (especially B6, B12, Folate) – These are your metabolism’s spark plugs, turning carbs, fats, and protein into usable energy.
Magnesium – Essential for blood sugar regulation, hormone sensitivity, and over 300 enzymatic reactions.
Iron – Needed for oxygen delivery to your tissues (no oxygen = no energy).
Zinc + Iodine – Support thyroid function and hormone metabolism.
Even mild deficiencies in these can slow everything down your digestion, detoxification, mental clarity, and fat burning included.
The Problem? Most Women Are Depleted
Why is this so common?
Modern soil is depleted, which means even “healthy” food can be low in nutrients
Chronic stress burns through B vitamins and magnesium
Common medications (like PPIs and birth control) deplete key minerals
Hormonal changes or shifting increase your body’s demand for micronutrients
What to Do Next
Before you blame your age or metabolism, consider this: Your body might not be broken it might just be missing what it needs to thrive.
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