Weight Gain & Inability to Lose Weight
Struggling with weight management despite healthy eating and exercise? Explore potential root causes and get personalized support for your metabolism and overall wellness journey.
It's not just about calories — it's about supporting your metabolism from the inside out.
If you’ve tried various diets, reduced carbs, worked out consistently, and still aren’t seeing the results you hoped for, it may not be because you’re doing it wrong.
It may be because your body needs additional support.
At Conscious Medicine, we understand that weight management involves multiple factors. It’s about hormones, inflammation, lifestyle factors, gut health, and stress responses.
Whether you’re experiencing weight gain, feeling stuck at a plateau, or feeling exhausted from restrictive dieting, we help you explore why your metabolism may need support and how to work toward restoring its function.
Your body isn’t broken. It may just need support. Let’s help explore how it might burn, build, and thrive again.
Want To Know?
This Is for You If...
Have experienced weight changes in your 30s, 40s, or 50s — especially around your belly, hips, or thighs
Are experiencing an inability to lose weight despite diet and exercise efforts
Your doctor says your labs are “normal,” but you feel bloated, uncomfortable, or stuck.
You’re experiencing fatigue, mood changes, sugar cravings, or sleep disruptions.
You’ve had hormone changes like menopause, PCOS, or thyroid concerns
You’re feeling exhausted from restrictive approaches or intense exercise routines
You’re ready for a comprehensive approach, not another one-size-fits-all plan
How Our
Method Works?
We don’t just suggest “eat less and move more.” We use the Conscious Medicine Method™ to guide you through three steps:
Investigate → Revive → Thrive.
We help you explore why your body may be holding onto weight, the reasons for your inability to lose weight , and how to gently support it back toward balance.
Step 1: Investigate
Explore What May Be Contributing
This Step includes two comprehensive consultations to explore what might be affecting your metabolism and weight management.
🩺 Initial Clinical Consultation: Comprehensive Review (75 minutes)
We look beyond the scale and listen to your story — your weight history, stress levels, hormone changes, gut health, and life experiences — to identify potential factors contributing to your weight challenges.
Common contributing factors may include:
- Hormone imbalances (menopause, thyroid, cortisol)
- Inflammation from gut issues or food sensitivities
- Environmental exposures (mold, heavy metals, chemicals)
- Chronic stress or nervous system patterns
📊 Report of Findings: Your Personalized Results (75 minutes)
We review any testing and show you how it may connect to your symptoms. You’ll receive a personalized overview that explains potential factors affecting your weight management and our recommended approach.
Functional tests might include:
- Insulin and blood sugar markers
- Comprehensive thyroid panel
- Hormone and cortisol rhythm testing
- Gut health analysis
- Environmental exposure assessment and mitochondrial function
- Nervous system and stress response evaluation
Step 2: Revive
Support Your Body's Natural Processes
We don’t start with calorie restriction. We start by supporting your body’s natural functions, so it may be better able to manage weight naturally.
Your plan might include:
- An anti-inflammatory nutrition approach based on your individual needs
- Gut health support to help reduce cravings, bloating, and insulin resistance
- Stress management and adrenal support (for better sleep and energy)
- Gentle detox support to help clear environmental burdens
- Optional approaches like peptides or intermittent fasting protocols (when medically appropriate)
- Nervous system support to help calm stress responses
- When your body feels supported — not deprived — weight management may become more natural.
Step 3: Thrive
Build Long-Term Success
Once your foundation is more stable, we help you optimize your approach for lasting results.
This Step may include:
- Muscle-building strategies for tone, strength, and metabolic support
- Hormone optimization (when medically indicated) to support energy, mood, and metabolism
- Sustainable movement plans that work with your lifestyle
- Regenerative therapies to support energy and cellular function (when appropriate)
- Mindset support to help rebuild confidence and break free from restrictive patterns
- Ongoing guidance to help you maintain progress long-term
What Will You Get?
You'll Walk Away With:
A clearer understanding of potential factors affecting your weight and approaches to address them
Comprehensive testing insights that may reveal contributing factors behind your symptoms
personalized plan tailored to your individual needs
Tools to help reduce inflammation, support hormones, and optimize metabolism
Greater confidence, clarity, and a healthier relationship with food, movement, and yourself
Why It Works?
Weight management is rarely just about food.
It may be a reflection of various factors — in your gut, hormones, nervous system, and detox capacity.
At Conscious Medicine, we don’t focus solely on the scale — we aim to create conditions for your body to heal, function optimally, and build strength… naturally.
Because this isn’t just about reaching a certain size — It’s about supporting your journey toward your healthiest, strongest self.
methods to investigate the root cause
At Conscious Medicine, we take time to listen to you. You’re not just a list of symptoms; we see you as a whole. With care that feels personal and plans made just for you, we’re here to support you in feeling better.
Truc Nguyen, MD, IFMCP
Founder & Medical Director
Dr. Tru studied medicine at Ross University in Florida after studying at the University of Georgia and Georgia State University. After her medical education, Dr. Tru trained in family medicine at Gwinnett Medical Center. Her entry into the world of functional medicine began in 2015 when her own medical dilemmas confronted her. Faced with tough decisions, she started searching for solutions outside of the proverbial box.
Ana Marcos
Nutritionist & NMRT Specialist
As a mother, healer, small business owner, former corporate professional, and life-long student, Ana understands the demands of “life”! She is here to help provide therapeutic relief to muscle aches and pain caused by stress, overuse, or previous injuries. She uniquely integrates Western and Eastern modalities to help restore healthy flow throughout the body, so that a client can return to the daily activities he/she enjoys doing and move through life as desired.
SOCIAL pROOF
Many Clients report positive experiences with our
Conscious Medicine Method within 3-6 months.
I have been working with Dr. Truc Nguyen and her team for a few months and they are a true blessing to me and their other patients. Dr. Truc is relatable, easy to engage with, and her primary goal is healing.
Katrina Wright
After years of struggling with chronic fatigue, hormonal imbalance, and other health concerns, I turned to Dr. Truc and the team at Conscious Medicine for support. Their personalized, holistic approach helped me heal in ways I never thought possible. With time, guidance, and expert care, I reached major health milestones—including a successful pregnancy.
Alex Turac
I can’t say enough wonderful things about Dr. Tru. She is truly a thoughtful and caring holistic medicine doctor who has guided me through the unfamiliar journey of cleansing and healing my digestive system, which later improved my mental health. What sets Dr. Tru apart is her unwavering commitment to making me feel safe and supported every step of the way.
Helen Haile
Dr. Truc and her team are very knowledgeable, and they don’t waste time with unnecessary procedures or exams, but they go straight to the point of your problem. I trust her expertise and treatments with my whole family. I have nothing but respect and appreciation for their team!
Nenubari Bakpo
I’m deeply grateful to Dr. Truc for her holistic and thoughtful approach to my son’s autoimmune condition. She took time to understand his full health history and created a personalized plan that addressed diet, stress, and lifestyle. Since starting treatment, his energy and overall well-being have greatly improved. I highly recommend her care for anyone navigating autoimmune health issues.
Phung Dao
My experience with Dr. Truc has been great so far. After struggling to find answers through traditional care, I turned to Conscious Medicine and felt aligned with Dr. Truc’s root-cause approach during our consultation. I’m impressed with her responsiveness and excited to continue this healing journey.
Shakitta Mikes
I’ve seen great results since I started taking my sons to Conscious Medicine! Dr. Tru is awesome and helped us get our son’s health back on track, when we tried numerous attempts with western medicine! I listen to my intuition and choose the right doctor for my twin boys! I highly recommend you give her and her team a try for all your health needs!
Delando Phillips
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Why won't my body let me lose weight?
If your body isn’t responding to diet and exercise, it doesn’t mean you’re doing something wrong. There may be deeper reasons like hormonal changes, chronic stress, poor sleep, inflammation, or gut health imbalances that affect how your metabolism works. At Conscious Medicine, we focus on understanding your whole-body health, not just the number on the scale. Sometimes, your body needs extra support to feel safe enough to release weight.
Why am I gaining weight when I don't eat much?
Weight gain isn’t always about how much you eat. It can happen when your metabolism slows down due to stress, hormone shifts, lack of sleep, thyroid issues, or inflammation. Skipping meals or under-eating may even send signals to your body to hold onto fat for protection. We help uncover what might be happening inside your body so we can support it with the right tools, not restriction, but restoration.
Do you offer a customized plan based on my symptoms?
Yes. After reviewing your personal health history, lifestyle, and any lab results, we create a tailored plan to support your metabolism, energy, and overall wellness. This plan may include nutrition guidance, stress support, gut health protocols, and lifestyle recommendations.
Why is my stomach suddenly gaining weight?
Sudden weight gain around the stomach can happen for many reasons. It could be due to changes in your diet, stress levels, sleep habits, or hormones. Sometimes, bloating or water retention can make your stomach look bigger, even if it’s not fat gain. Lack of movement, emotional eating, or changes in digestion may also play a role. If it keeps happening or feels unusual, it’s a good idea to talk to a healthcare provider to understand what’s going on.