Reverse Dieting: Why Eating More Can Change Your Body

Reverse dieting is the strategic process of slowly increasing calories after a period of dieting to repair your metabolism, improve energy, and support long-term fat loss. Instead of staying stuck on low calories, you gradually add food back in—while lifting weights—to teach your body it’s safe to burn again.

✨ Why reverse dieting works

• Boosts metabolic rate

• Improves hormones (hello energy & mood)

• Supports muscle growth and strength

• Reduces binge/restrict cycles

• Creates a leaner, tighter physique over time

🍽 What it looks like

• Small weekly calorie increases (often 50–150 cals)

• Prioritising protein + carbs

• Consistent strength training

• Patience over panic (the scale may fluctuate)

💪 For women especially:

Your body is not meant to survive on crumbs. Muscle, strength, and food are what create a strong, lean, confident physique—not endless restriction.

📌 Reminder:

You don’t need to eat less forever to look better.

Sometimes the glow-up starts with eating more.