Have you embarked on a weight loss journey and lost an initial ten to twenty pounds but can't seem to lose more?

That's a pretty common challenge for a lot of people. Dr. Jim LaValle is the author of 'Cracking the Metabolic Code' and is the clinical director for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Performance Health Program says you will want to count calories. He believes you might just be surprised by how many calories you're taking in.

Things like a decrease in testosterone for men or hormonal changes in women can often lead to weight gain. Dr. LaValle says stress in everyone can prompt weight gain.

When it comes to dieting, Dr. LaValle says some foods lead to internal inflammation that we need to look out for. He indicates this is a tricky topic because a lot of people react differently to certain foods. We'll break this down further with Dr. LaValle in the days ahead on Regional Radio.