The Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MD

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. What if the voice telling you, “Just have one… you deserve it… start again tomorrow” isn’t really you at all? Clinical psychologist Dr. Glenn Livingston calls it the “Food Monster”: a radically different way to understand cravings and that feeling of being hijacked by food. After nearly 20 years battling overeating himself, he realized that understanding why he ate wasn’t the same as changing the behavior. Instead of seeing cravings as proof you’re weak or lack willpower, Glenn reframes them as a survival response. One that can be interrupted and retrained, so you can stop fighting yourself every time a craving hits. Once you hear cravings explained this way, you won’t be able to unhear it. References https://defeatyourcravings.com/ Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. What do you do when your GLP-1 turns your appetite all the way down, and even your favorite foods get a big "meh"? It might feel like a win at first. But if you're barely eating, your energy, strength, mood, and nutrition can start paying the price. In this episode, we talk about how to make eating easier when hunger disappears: simple go-to foods, less decision-making, flexible meal timing, and how to make sure a low appetite doesn’t turn into under-fueling. References Secure your spot for the September round of The 30/30 Program now (spaces limited). Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Hit a wall on your weight loss journey? That's not failure. We treat plateaus like something's broken. When the scale stalls, suddenly we're questioning everything: the medication, our metabolism, our willpower. But they're actually just your body doing exactly what it's supposed to do: adjusting, stabilizing, and catching its breath before it keeps going. In this episode, I break down how to tell a real stall from just needing more patience, why the number on the scale isn't the whole story, and the single most helpful thing you can do about it (no, it's not "try harder"). If you're in that frustrating in-between right now, this one's for you! References Salud horchata electrolyte drink Ep. 183: Weight Loss Plateau or Treatment Problem? How to Tell the Difference Secure your spot for the September round of The 30/30 Program now (spaces limited). Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Is your breakfast making mornings harder than they need to be? You eat well, you move your body, you’re doing all the “right” things… so why is your blood sugar still higher in the morning? There’s a natural hormonal shift happening when you wake up that can make blood sugar harder to manage, especially if you’re insulin resistant or post-menopausal. In this episode, I break down the physiology behind it and share two simple, practical changes that can make a real difference. References Secure your spot for the September round of The 30/30 Program now (spaces limited). Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. When was the last time you slowed down long enough to just... think? Most of us move from one task to the next, filling every quiet moment with work, scrolling, or chores around the house. We stay so busy we never stop to ask: what do I actually want right now? In this episode, I share how a week of stepping away gave me unexpected clarity about my health, my fitness, my business, and the person I want to become. We'll talk about why rest can feel so uncomfortable, how constant productivity keeps us disconnected from ourselves, and why doing less might be the first step toward real change. References Slowing Down to the Speed of Joy: The Simple Art of Taking Back Your Life by Matthew Kelly Secure your spot for the September round of The 30/30 Program now (spaces limited). Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Have you ever found yourself negotiating with a pint of ice cream at 9 p.m., even though you ate dinner just two hours ago? You tell yourself you’ll have “just one bite.” Then maybe one more. Suddenly, you’re standing in front of the freezer wondering why this feels so hard. Cravings aren’t simply a willpower problem. Blood sugar swings, stress, poor sleep, old habits, and an overly convenient pantry can all make certain foods feel almost impossible to ignore. But you can learn to pause, understand what’s driving the urge, and respond without shame or rigid food rules. In this episode, I'm sharing the strategies I journaled about back in 2020 when I was working through my own urges and cravings, which I still use today. References Secure your spot for the September round of The 30/30 Program now (spaces limited). Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. You've spent years believing you're undisciplined, inconsistent, bad at adulting. But what if you've been white-knuckling undiagnosed ADHD this whole time? More than half of my clinic has some form of attention deficit, and I see the impact on health every day: the routine slips, appointments get missed, workouts fall off, and healthy habits never quite stick. Then comes the shame: Why can’t I just get it together? In this episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Ida Salusky explains how executive function and undiagnosed ADHD can derail your health goals, especially for women who’ve spent years being told they’re “not trying hard enough.” You’ll learn why consistency can feel so difficult, and how to start working with your brain instead of against it. References Dr. Salusky's practice website PSYPACT map link Want the complete resource list? Dr. Salusky's recommended books, podcasts & websites are all found on the blog here . Secure your spot for the September round of The 30/30 Program now (spaces limited). Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. The scale has stopped moving, and you're already spiraling: Has my medication stopped working? Should I switch things up? Am I doing something wrong? Panicking and changing everything is often the worst move you can make. But how do you know when a stall is just your body doing its thing versus a sign that your treatment actually needs adjusting? In this episode, I'm breaking down the difference between a normal plateau and a true treatment problem. You'll learn the questions to ask beyond the scale, which red flags actually warrant a change, and my golden rule for knowing when the struggle has crossed the line. References Secure your spot for the September round of The 30/30 Program now (spaces limited). Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. That 45-minute workout plan feels completely doable when you’re making it on a Sunday. Same with the meal prep, the protein goals, the whole “this is the week I get it together” plan. And then Tuesday hits… Your sleep is off, work is a lot, someone in the house gets sick, and suddenly the routine that looked so reasonable a few days ago has completely crumbled. Then comes the “why can’t I stick with anything?” feeling that you failed. But what if the plan was just never built to survive a hard week? In this episode, we’re talking about why the health routines that look best on paper often fall apart the second life gets messy. Plus, we’ll get into the “survival test” every routine needs to pass, and how to make the healthy choice the easy choice before your mood has a chance to talk you out of it. References Amy’s Kitchen Secure your spot for the September round of The 30/30 Program now (spaces limited). Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. You know you should move your body, eat well, and take care of yourself… but what happens when life is so busy that even the basics feel impossible? In this episode, I’m joined by Maggie, the creator behind @pump.med and a medical student who knows exactly what it’s like to protect your health in a high-pressure season. We talk about why perfection is not the goal, how to find your “floor” with fitness, how to simplify meals without overthinking everything, and why your mental, social, and creative wellbeing matter just as much as protein and steps. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, off track, or stuck in an all-or-nothing mindset, this conversation will help you make healthy living feel doable again. References Food chopper Connect with Maggie: Instagram: @pump.med TikTok: @pump.med_ Secure your spot for the September round of The 30/30 Program now (spaces limited). Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. What happens when your body changes, but your brain hasn’t caught up yet? A listener wrote in after skin removal surgery and said, “I feel like I’ve been teleported into someone else’s body.” Honestly, I don’t think there’s a better way to describe it. In this episode, I’m talking about the messy middle of body change: healing, swelling, cravings, food noise, new clothes, scale spirals, and that uncomfortable feeling of not quite feeling like yourself yet. We’ll talk about why your body isn’t betraying you, why healing can feel so unsettling, and how to meet yourself with less panic and more curiosity. References Secure your spot for the September round of The 30/30 Program now (spaces limited). Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. You open your phone for a quick break, and somehow 30 minutes disappear… By the time you put it down, you feel overwhelmed, behind, and worse about yourself. In the weight loss space, every scroll can bring another dramatic before-and-after, “this changed everything” claim, or account promising to have the answer. So how do you know when your phone use has become a real problem? And how do you take back control without disappearing from the internet completely? In this episode, I’m joined by Schnelle Acevedo (known online as Glam Nellie), a digital literacy educator who teaches healthier screen habits. We talk about the hidden cost of scrolling, simple tools to cut back, and red flags to watch for online, especially in the GLP-1 and weight loss space. References Connect with Schnelle Acevado (Glam Nellie): BAM Digital Media Instagram TikTok Secure your spot for the September round of The 30/30 Program now (spaces limited). Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. A weight-loss injection with results on par with bariatric surgery? With retatrutide, that is not an exaggeration. Although it’s not FDA approved yet, retatrutide is one of the most talked-about medications coming down the line. In this episode, I’m unpacking Eli Lilly’s new “triple agonist” medication, which targets three different pathways: GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon. We’ll talk about how retatrutide may help curb appetite, support insulin sensitivity, increase energy expenditure, and accelerate fat metabolism. I’ll also walk you through the standout clinical trial numbers behind the hype and take an honest look at tolerability, discontinuation rates, and side effects, including nausea, diarrhoea, and vomiting, so you can understand the full picture. References Harvard Study: Benefits of Micro Walks Cali Boyz Burritos Secure your spot for the September round of The 30/30 Program now (spaces limited). Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. A new GLP-1 has entered the chat, and I'm already seeing a lot of confusion around it. Meet Foundayo (orforglipron), a needle-free tablet you take once a day with none of the usual restrictions around timing, food, or storage. On paper, it sounds like the easier option. And for some people, it might be. But like most things in this space, the headline only tells part of the story. In this episode, I’m breaking down what you really need to know before considering it, from cost and access to drug interactions and what the latest trial data shows about maintenance. References Ep. 156. Oral Wegovy: How to Take It, Who It's For, and What It Costs with Joseph Zucchi, PA Secure your spot for the September round of The 30/30 Program now (spaces limited). Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. The average American gets only about 10 to 15 grams of fiber a day, which is less than half the recommended 25 grams for women and 38 grams for men. Most of us don’t realize we’re falling short until digestion starts to feel off: bloating, constipation, sluggishness, and that uncomfortable “never quite right” feeling. If you’re on a GLP-1 medication, low fiber intake can matter even more, since constipation is one of the most common and frustrating side effects. So how do we close the gap without overhauling everything we eat? In this episode, I walk you through simple, realistic ways to build more fiber into your day. I’m sharing the foods and products I personally rely on, what to know about magnesium and probiotics, and how to spot supplements that may be helping your digestion or working against it. References Secure your spot for the September round of The 30/30 Program now (spaces limited). Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel Recommendations : Folly Nutrition Hair Health Gummies (Use code MATTHEA) Floura bars The Only Bean dried edamame snacks Ration Yogurts: Pro Fiber VSL Probiotics PBfit True Botanica Recipes : High-fiber blueberry dessert bowl Mediterranean salad All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. As women, so much of our identity is tied to our hair. And when it starts to fall out, the internet will sell you a thousand solutions before anyone stops to ask why. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Komal Patil-Sisodia — triple board-certified endocrinologist, hormone expert, and someone who has lived this firsthand. Stress-related shedding in med school. Postpartum loss. Genetic thinning. She's been through every stage, and she's here to help you finally get some answers. We get into the real hormonal and metabolic causes, the labs worth asking for, and why addressing the root cause will always matter more than the next serum, supplement, or device in your feed. References Folly Nutrition Hair Health Gummies (Use code MATTHEA) Connect with Dr. Komal Patil-Sisodia: Instagram/TikTok: @drpatilsisodia Podcast: Clearly Hormonal Practice: Eastside Menopause and Metabolism Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. What if you've actually been making progress, but just didn't know how to see it? So many people feel stuck because the scale isn't moving, or because progress feels painfully slow. But total weight is only one piece of the picture. You could be losing body fat, building muscle, and moving in exactly the right direction… without even realizing it. In this episode, we look at how to use body composition data in a practical way, which numbers matter most, and how to avoid letting the data take over your life. References Folly Nutrition Hair Health Gummies (Use code MATTHEA) Body Composition Decoded Body composition scales: InBody Hume Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. After pouring everything into my recent in-person retreat, coming home felt harder than I expected. I was sleeping in on weekends, struggling with my normal routine, and asking myself, "Why can't I just get it together?" Turns out, even good things are exhausting, and pushing yourself to bounce back at full speed only makes it worse. In this episode, I'm sharing the four strategies that helped me rebuild my energy and momentum without forcing myself back to 100%. If you've ever crashed after a big season of life, I think this one will hit home. References Folly Nutrition Hair Health Gummies (Use code MATTHEA) Ep. 170. Losing Weight and Losing Hair? Here's What to Do with Dr. Katherine Nolan Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel Audio Stamps 00:30 – What Dr. Rentea’s recent retreats have taught her about energy management and rest. 03:21 – Dr. Rentea’s experience with hair loss and the two-pronged approach (prescription + supplements) that's finally making a difference. 09:40 – Ditching the "restart at 100%" mentality and rebuilding consistency before intensity. 11:07 – Finding your floor. What's the smallest habit you can stick to right now? 12:22 – Dropping the shame. When you're mentally exhausted, comfort-seeking is your brain doing its job. 13:13 – Ways to reduce friction and make it easy to show up, so you’re not relying on motivation when you're exhausted. 14:28 – Why it’s normal for your comeback to feel boring. All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. “Doc, I just don't feel like drinking alcohol anymore." Addiction psychiatrist Dr. Nishant Kumar kept hearing it. Patient after patient, unprompted. And nothing in their lives had changed… except one thing. They'd started a GLP-1. What does that tell us about the brain, addiction, and our relationship with food? In this episode, Dr. Kumar unpacks exactly that. We talk about what GLP-1s are revealing about cravings and the brain, how to recognize when your relationship with food has become a problem, how to find the right help, and the lifestyle factors that matter more than you might expect. References Overeaters Anonymous Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. We talk a lot about losing weight… but rarely about what it actually feels like to live in that new body. And for a lot of people, that experience includes the physical and emotional impact of excess skin. Excess skin isn’t just about appearance. It's the rashes, the infections, the discomfort that makes everyday movement harder than it should be. It's the frustration of working so hard to transform your body and still not feeling fully at home in it. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Beckman, a board-certified plastic surgeon based in Carmel, Indiana, who specializes in body contouring for post-weight loss patients. She breaks down exactly when to seek a consult, what procedures are most common, how to prepare your body for the best results, and what life can look like on the other side of surgery. References Connect with Dr. Beckman: Practice Instagram: @myplasticsurgerygroup Dr Beckman's Instagram: @dibeckmanmd Website: https://myplasticsurgerygroup.com/ Get the free podcast roadmap for The Obesity Guide Subscribe to my Youtube channel All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show