In Part 2 of this conversation, we’re clarifying an important distinction: chronic undereating that leads to biological binge responses is not the same as biblical gluttony.

Gluttony is a heart issue — replacing our need for God with food.
But many women are not struggling because they love food too much.

They’re struggling because they’ve been under-fueling their bodies for years.

In this episode, Rachel unpacks:

• The difference between gluttony and biological survival responses
• What chronic calorie restriction does to hormones and metabolism
• Why restriction often backfires for fat loss
• What reverse dieting is and how it works
• Why slowly increasing calories can restore metabolic trust
• How maintenance phases actually support long-term fat loss
• Why reverse dieting can be a worshipful act of stewardship

If you’ve believed the lie that you must restrict forever to see results, this episode will reframe everything.

What You’ll Learn

• Why gluttony and biological binge cycles are not the same thing
• How leptin, ghrelin, cortisol, and thyroid hormones respond to chronic dieting
• Signs your metabolism may be suppressed
• Why eating more strategically can reduce binge urges
• How reverse dieting increases metabolic capacity
• Why maintenance is not failure — it’s foundational
• How to cycle between maintenance and deficit wisely

Scripture Referenced

1 Corinthians 6:19–20
“Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you… You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.”

Ready for Structure?

If this episode resonated with you, Rachel’s next FASTer Way round is open. Inside, women learn how to:

• Reverse diet safely (when appropriate)
• Support metabolism and hormones
• Use carb cycling strategically
• Strength train effectively
• Cycle between maintenance and fat loss phases
• Steward their bodies with wisdom and faith

Doors are open now.

I am always love to connect with you!
Don't hesitate to reach out!

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