In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Zoha Shaikh, a consultant nutritionist at Nutriiya, outlined seven signs that your diet may be harming your metabolism. Key issues include skipping breakfast or consuming too few calories, which can cause the body to enter an energy-saving mode. Meals that are high in refined carbohydrates but low in quality protein can also slow down metabolic processes. Frequent cravings and a reliance on calorie-dense, nutrient-poor snacks contribute to energy crashes and hinder fat metabolism. Additionally, digestive issues like bloating and constipation can arise from low fiber intake. Chronic fatigue and feeling cold may indicate inadequate healthy fats in the diet. Even home-cooked meals can lead to a weight loss plateau if they lack balance in macronutrients. Shaikh emphasizes that achieving a healthy metabolism requires balanced meals and consistent physical activity rather than simply eating less.