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178. Bedtime Procrastination: Why Short Sleep Makes You Crave Junk Food & Gain Weight

Ever wonder why a bad night's sleep sends you straight for the sweets and salty snacks? It's not a willpower problem, it's biology. In this episode, Lisa O

177. Retatrutide Update: Where We Stand With This Highly Effective “Triple G” (GLP-1) Medication

Retatrutide, the "Triple G" (GLP-1, GIP, glucagon receptor agonist) weight loss medication, has been generating buzz for years, but when will it actually be FDA approved?

176. Night Eating Syndrome: Why You Wake Up Starving at 2 AM (And Can't Stop Eating)

Do you skip breakfast, eat carefully all day, and then find yourself wide awake at midnight raiding the kitchen? You might have Night Eating Syndrome (NES), a real, diagn

175. Metformin for Weight Loss and Longevity: What the Research Actually Shows

Metformin has been a first-line diabetes medication for decades, but lately it's become known for two other things: as an off-label add-on for weight loss, and as a

174. Is Food Addiction Real? The Science Behind Ultra-Processed Cravings

"I'm addicted to sugar." "Once I start, I can't stop." If you've ever said something like this, you're not exaggerating, and you're not alone. In

173. How to Build Confidence for Weight Loss (Even If You're Not a Natural)

Do you assume that some goals, like exercise, healthy eating, or building a new habit, are reserved for people who are naturally good at them? In this episode, Lisa Oldso

172. Weight Loss and Body Image: Why No One Is Judging You in Photos (The Spotlight Effect Explained)

If you've ever stood in the back row of a family photo, worn the same "safe" outfit to hide your body, or offered to be the photographer just so you don't have

171. Non-Scale Victories: Proof Your Weight Loss Habits Are Working, Even When the Scale Won't Budge

Non-scale victories prove your healthy habits are working, even when the number on the scale refuses to move. In this episode, Lisa Oldson, MD explains why the scale is a

170. Weight Loss Medication 101- How Doctors Decide Which GLP-1 (Or Other Medication) to Prescribe For You

Not all weight loss medications are created equal, and picking the right one isn't as simple as choosing whatever's trending. In this episode, Lisa Oldson, MD w

169. The Top 10 Weight Loss Myths I Hear In My Practice (Part 2 of 2)

Weight loss myths don't just slow you down, they can quietly sabotage the habits that actually work. In this episode, board-certified weight loss medicine specialist

168. The Top 10 Weight Loss Myths I Hear In My Practice (Part 1 of 2)

Weight loss myths are everywhere, and most of them sound completely reasonable, which is exactly why they're so hard to shake. In this episode, board-certified weigh

167. Belonging Uncertainty: The Hidden Stress That Makes Weight Loss Harder

Have you ever felt like everyone else has weight loss figured out...except you? In this episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson introduces the fascinating psychological concept of belo

166. The MIND Diet- The #1 Eating Pattern for Alzheimer’s & Dementia Prevention

Can what you eat actually lower your risk of dementia? In this episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson breaks down the MIND diet, the eating pattern designed specifically to protect you

165. Life Changes Are a Secret Weapon for Healthy Habits: New Job, New City, Newly Married (or Divorced), Empty Nest

Did you know that major life changes, like starting college, changing jobs, moving to a new city, getting married, going through a divorce, or retiring, are actually some

164. How to Exercise, Eat Better, and Sleep More Without Relying on Willpower

If you've ever thought "I just need more motivation" or "I need more willpower," this episode is for you. The truth is, motivation is unreliable, willpower is a limi

163. Should You Stop Eating Bread, Rice, Pasta and Potatoes to Lose Weight? Here's What the Science Says About Carbs

A client recently told Dr. Lisa Oldson that a friend insisted she cut out bread, rice, pasta, and potatoes completely to lose weight. In this episode, Dr. Lisa breaks dow

162. Fiber 101: How Fiber Affects Weight Loss, Heart Disease, Cancer Risk, and Longevity

Most of us fall short on fiber, even when we consider ourselves healthy eaters, and it might be impacting us more than we realize. In this episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson breaks

161. Microplastics Are Impacting Our Hormones & Causing Weight Gain

In today's episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson breaks down the science of microplastics and endocrine-disrupting chemicals, and why they may be quietly working against your wei

160. Why Exercise Won't Help You Lose Weight (But Is the Secret to Keeping It Off)

If you've ever ground away on a treadmill and wondered why the scale won't budge, this episode is for you. Lisa Oldson, MD breaks down one of the most persisten

159. Keep It Simple: New Research Shows Why Food Repetition Is A Proven Weight Loss Strategy

Could eating the same foods more often actually help you lose more weight? In this episode, Lisa Oldson, MD digs into the surprising science behind dietary simplicity, an