Fat Science is a podcast on a mission to explain where our fat really comes from and why it won’t go (and stay!) away. In each episode, we share little-known facts and personal experiences to dispel misconceptions, reduce stigma, and instill hope. Fat Science is committed to creating a world where people are empowered with accurate information about metabolism and recognize that fat isn’t a failure. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.
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Latest episodes
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Top Metabolism Killers Revealed
What are the top causes of metabolic disruption?
In this informative episode, Dr. Emily Cooper dives into the factors that quietly sabotage metabolic health. From the in
Aug 31 43 min
Mailbag: GLP-1 Injection Reactions
Do you ever wonder how medications like Wegovy and Mounjaro influence your metabolic health?
Dr. Emily Cooper, along with Andrea Taylor and Mark Wright, dives into li
Aug 24 38 min
How Wildfire Smoke Affects Metabolism
Is wildfire smoke affecting more than just your lungs?
Poor air quality affects not only respiratory health but also metabolic functions. Wildfire smoke can trigger infl
Aug 17 38 min
Inside the GLP-1 Secret Shopper Study
Is it really a good idea to get medical care from online pharmacies posing as clinics?
This week on Fat Science, Dr. Emily Cooper, Mark Wright, and Andrea Taylor dig int
Aug 10 49 min
The Truth About Exercise and Metabolism
Does exercise really boost metabolism, or is there a hidden truth?
In this episode, Dr. Emily Cooper uncovers the science behind why exercise isn’t just about burning ca
Aug 3 46 min
Mailbag: Understanding Body Dysmorphia
How does biology affect our perception of body size?
Dr. Emily Cooper answers listener questions about body dysmorphia and metabolic dysfunction. Mark and Andrea discuss
Why is your fat talking to you?
In the latest solo episode, Dr. Emily Cooper, Andrea Taylor, and Mark Wright explore groundbreaking research into metabolic health. Learn
Jul 20 50 min
Why Carbs Are Good For Your Brain
Is your brain starving for glucose?
In this episode, Dr. Emily Cooper explores the critical role of the brain as a metabolic organ and its dependence on glucose and insu
Jul 13 49 min
Mailbag: When Weight Loss Stalls on GLP-1s
Is it normal for GLP-1 medications to become less effective over time?
Dr. Emily Cooper discusses listener questions about the nuances of metabolic health and the real r
Jul 6 45 min
Plastic Chemicals in Your Blood and What Actually Works to Remove Them
Have you ever wondered why your body holds onto weight despite your best efforts?
In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Cooper reveals groundbreaking research showing that 10
Jun 29 50 min
Why Weight Loss Stalls on GLP-1s — Even When You’re Doing Everything “Right
What happens when GLP-1 medications stop working the way you hoped they would? In this mailbag episode, Dr. Emily Cooper answers listener questions about fasting, insulin
Jun 22 47 min
Normal Weight Abnormal Metabolism: Why Your Scale Doesn't Tell the Whole Story
Could you have metabolic dysfunction even at a normal weight?
This episode challenges everything we've been taught about weight and health. Dr. Cooper reveals that up to
Jun 15 31 min
Mailbag: Why GLP-1 Medications Sometimes Stop Working
Have you been told your metabolism is broken and there's nothing you can do about it?
This mailbag episode tackles tough questions about medication effectiveness, unexpe
Jun 8 51 min
Why Three Major Obesity Organizations Just Changed What Success Means
Ever wonder why you can improve your health but still feel like you're failing because the scale isn't cooperating?
Dr. Cooper breaks down groundbreaking new clinical gu
Jun 1 49 min
PCOS is Now PMOS: The Name Change That Changes Everything
Have you been told you have PCOS but nothing seems to help?
In May 2024, after 14 years of global collaboration involving 56 organizations and 22,000 stakeholders, the m
May 25 39 min
Mailbag - Why Your Doctor Still Believes Calories In Calories Out
Have you been told it's just calories in calories out while your lived experience says otherwise?
In this mailbag episode, Dr. Cooper addresses complex metabolic questio
May 18 45 min
What Lipedema Really Is and Why Your Doctor Might Be Missing It
Are your legs painful to touch and resistant to weight loss despite your best efforts?
Dr. Ellen Derrick, a vascular surgeon and lipedema specialist, reveals the truth a
May 11 48 min
Metabolic Breaking News: 3 Developments You Should Know About
Dr. Emily Cooper, Mark Wright, and Andrea Taylor break down three breaking metabolic health stories in this quick bonus episode — from a newly approved oral GLP-1 to a ma
May 7 8 min
Mailbag: Mechanical Eating vs Calorie Counting on Ozempic and Wegovy
Have you ever wondered if you should get liposuction when you need skin removal surgery after major weight loss?
In this mailbag episode, Dr. Cooper, Mark, and Andrea ta
May 4 44 min
Top 10 GLP-1 Myths Debunked by Science
Ever hear someone say GLP-1 medications cause osteoporosis or make your hair fall out?
This episode tackles the top 10 biggest myths about GLP-1 medications flooding soc
Apr 27 33 min
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This podcast is so educational! I’m learning about what causes obesity and the sane way to improve metabolism. Dr Cooper is shedding so much light on the topic of metabolism and obesity and giving me hope that there may be a sane way to improve my health.
thepastor'sgirl · May 2025
I have learned so much from this podcast and I love the focus on science. I just listened to another podcast on nutrition and fighting the diet culture. The amount of advertising and self promotion made it hard to get through the content. So, I wanted to thank you for the gift of Fat Science: no advertising, no self promotion! Just science that helps you feel better! I really appreciate that!
fanafro · Mar 2025
As I’ve started my GLP1/GIP journey, listening to this podcast has brought me so much information and comfort. Hearing what has physically happened to my body over the years of bad diet decisions coupled with the genetic hand I have been dealt has really put things into perspective for me and has helped me understand how the medication I am taking is helping me fix those things, not just lose weight. I have recommended this podcast to so many people recently because this information is not out there in the mainstream and I really wish it would!
Science_Nerd023 · Mar 2025
I love this show! I am so grateful for Dr. Cooper’s practical approach to the scientific explanations of why we get fat. She is an incredible wealth of knowledge. Her steady way of sharing that knowledge feels like the calm port in the stormy seas of the diet and weight-loss industry. I never get the feeling that she, Mark, or Andrea are trying to sell me anything, so I trust them. As someone who has tried EVERY health fad and weight-loss trend over more than three decades, I love how calmly sensible this podcast is. Thanks for the great work you three do!
homemaed · Mar 2025
Despite their tagline, this podcast definitely has an agenda. They also act naively uninformed about just how bad & how unavailable weight loss health care is in the US. The hosts’ idealistic goals might be admirable if they had any relation to reality. But, alas, these episodes are like listening to a lecture in medical school: all theory and no practice. So in the end this is just another doctor lecturing us without any accessible solutions.
TexasCrafter · Mar 2025
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