My Weight - What to Know Podcast

Weight management expert Dr. Megha Poddar explains the science behind weight loss plateaus and why diets alone often fail in this episode of My Weight Live. She explains how the brain's reward system and our biology work to keep weight high, and highlights how obesity medications can play a role in long-term success.This is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of weight management and learning how to support health in a sustainable way.The medical information in this podcast is provided as an information resource only. It is not in any way intended to be nor should you rely on it as a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, advice and treatment.This episode was sponsored by Novo Nordisk. It was created independently by My Weight - What to Know with no influence from Novo Nordisk.

Cardiologist Dr. Grace Chua joins us to debunk common heart health myths and reveal the real connection between weight and heart disease. What you'll learn:Is BMI an accurate way to assess heart health?Does belly fat increase the risk of heart disease?Can obesity medications actually help prevent heart disease?Join us for an insightful discussion that challenges common misconceptions and provides evidence-based answers.The medical information in this podcast is provided as an information resource only. It is not in any way intended to be nor should you rely on it as a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, advice and treatment.This episode was sponsored by Novo Nordisk. It was created independently by My Weight - What to Know with no influence from Novo Nordisk.

Dietitian Frances Wild joins us to talk about the key tools for success on a weight loss journey. She shares tips for eating healthier without feeling deprived, the role of weight loss medications, how to set up our environment to make healthy choices easier, and why talking to our physician is a great first step. We also cover how to tackle emotional eating and navigate food marketing tricks.The medical information in this podcast is provided as an information resource only. It is not in any way intended to be nor should you rely on it as a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, advice and treatment.This episode was sponsored by Novo Nordisk. It was created independently by My Weight - What to Know with no influence from Novo Nordisk.

Reaching a healthier weight can have a profound effect on our heart health. On this special World Obesity Day episode, endocrinologist Dr. Akshay Jain joins us to talk about how belly fat increases our risk of heart attack and stroke, how to assess whether our weight is impacting our heart health, what we can do to prevent future heart issues and what ACTUALLY works for reaching a healthier weight.The medical information in this podcast is provided as an information resource only. It is not in any way intended to be nor should you rely on it as a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, advice and treatment.This episode was sponsored by Novo Nordisk. It was created independently by My Weight - What to Know with no influence from Novo Nordisk.

Weight expert Dr. David Macklin joins us to talk about cravings and their impact on weight management. We discuss the factors that drive our desires for specific foods and practical strategies that can help us navigate cravings more effectively. This episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice for anyone wanting to make sustainable change to their eating habits. The medical information in this podcast is provided as an information resource only. It is not in any way intended to be nor should you rely on it as a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, advice and treatment.This episode was sponsored by Novo Nordisk. It was created independently by My Weight - What to Know with no influence from Novo Nordisk.

Anddy struggled with her weight for decades. “I had to think about so many ailments, I didn't have time to enjoy my life.” Worried about her family's risk of heart disease, she was inspired to change her life at 49. In this fantastic episode, she's sharing her story and explaining why it's never too late to focus on our health. The medical information in this podcast is provided as an information resource only. It is not in any way intended to be nor should you rely on it as a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, advice and treatment.This episode was sponsored by Novo Nordisk. It was created independently by My Weight - What to Know with no influence from Novo Nordisk.

Life can be hectic, and finding time for healthy eating and exercise is often challenging. Dr. Kim Colangelo joined us to share her practical suggestions for meal planning, staying active, cooking for a family, and what actually works for reaching a healthier weight. These are real-life tips that EVERYONE can find helpful.The medical information in this podcast is provided as an information resource only. It is not in any way intended to be nor should you rely on it as a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, advice and treatment.This episode was sponsored by Novo Nordisk. It was created independently by My Weight - What to Know with no influence from Novo Nordisk.

Curious about weight management but unsure of what to expect from a doctor's visit? We sat down with a leading weight management expert to break down exactly what happens during a consultation. Weight expert Dr. Rishi Handa shares how a doctor can help people reach a healthier weight, what a visit with an obesity specialist is actually like, the new treatments available for weight management and more.The medical information in this podcast is provided as an information resource only. It is not in any way intended to be nor should you rely on it as a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, advice and treatment.This episode was sponsored by Novo Nordisk. It was created independently by My Weight - What to Know with no influence from Novo Nordisk.

Cardiologist Dr. Grace Chua shares her tips for better heart health and what anyone can do to prevent future heart issues. The medical information in this podcast is provided as an information resource only. It is not in any way intended to be nor should you rely on it as a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, advice and treatment.This episode was sponsored by Novo Nordisk. It was created independently by My Weight - What to Know with no influence from Novo Nordisk.

Get tips for how to manage stress, get better sleep, and achieve long-lasting weight management success from weight expert Anil Maheshwari on this episode. We cover how to change habits when our family isn't on board, how to deal with nighttime snacking, whether we have to be on weight-loss medications long-term, and more!#obesity #weightmanagement #obesitymedicine

How much protein should you be eating? What foods are marketed as being healthy but actually aren't? How can we avoid nighttime snacking? All of these questions and more are answered by dietitian Nada Abualoon in this awesome episode!

There's a strong connection between mental health and obesity… Psychiatrist Dr. Sanjeev Sockalingam joins us to talk about how mental health impacts weight management, the psychological challenges faced by people living with obesity and effective strategies for improving physical and mental well-being. Dr. Sockalingam is the Scientific Director of Obesity Canada, so we'll also cover how Canadians can get involved in advocating for people with obesity!

There are four key elements of a successful weight loss journey, according to weight expert Dr. Judy Shiau. She explains what they are, and how anyone can put them into practice on their journey to reach a healthier weight. She also shares a wonderful somatic exercise that can help us be more present when we're experiencing cravings on this fabulous episode of My Weight Live.

Weight expert Dr. Sean Wharton answers common weight loss questions and shares super-helpful suggestions for weight management and living a healthy, happy life on this special episode of My Weight Live.

Changing our habits can be challenging. Dietitian Carol Holland shares practical suggestions on how to make reaching our health goals EASIER on this My Weight Live episode. We cover why it's important to “know our WHY,” how to choose a goal (and how often to change it), and what to do when we get off track… #healthyhabits

Can exercise REALLY help with weight loss? Exercise physiologist Shawna Cook joins us to talk about the types of exercise that have the most impact on weight loss, the difference between activity and exercise, how to get started exercising safely and more.

Sleep, stress, and alcohol all play a role in how successful we are on our weight loss journey. Endocrinologist Dr. Megha Poddar joined us to talk about the things that can increase our “wanting” of certain foods, the tools that can help us exercise more restraint and what everyone should know about losing weight and keeping it off over the long-run.

Donna tried every diet and weight loss program out there, but ultimately realized, “I was never going to be successful until I sought medical treatment.” Here's how she lost 150 pounds and kept it off…

There is so much conflicting information out there about food & health that it's easy to get confused and feel overwhelmed. Dietitian Danielle Aldous joined Ansley on this episode to talk about the basics of eating for good health. She shares how to distinguish between physical hunger and “head hunger,” what to know about ultra-processed foods, whether losing weight quickly is a good idea, and MORE.

Nobody hates themselves into a better relationship with food or their body,” is why Sandra Elia says that loving ourselves can help us be more successful with weight management. Get her tips on dealing with cravings, emotional eating and more in this fantastic podcast episode. #weightmanagement #obesity #emotionaleating

Losing weight can prevent heart issues… but keeping weight off isn't easy. Cardiologist Dr. Eldad Einav joined us to talk about what REALLY works for long-term weight loss and how it can improve our heart health, as well.

90% of heart problems can be prevented. Cardiologist Dr. Joseph Hill explains on this episode what we should all be doing for our heart health, what numbers to watch, and why losing even a little weight can make a huge difference for our health.

Many people will need the help of a healthcare professional to reach a healthier weight, and that often requires negotiating with the healthcare system, our insurance company and more. Obesity Canada Medical Director, Dr. Mary Forhan, joined us to talk about how to advocate for ourselves and get the care we need.This episode was sponsored by Novo Nordisk Canada. It was created independently by My Weight - What to Know with no influence from Novo Nordisk.

Dr. Sabrina Kwon feels that her job as a weight management physician is to help people build self-esteem, understand that their weight is not their fault and recognize that taking care of themselves is critical. We're talking about how getting support can help us be more successful with weight management, and how we can start to develop self-compassion on this wonderful podcast episode of My Weight Live. #obesity #obesitymanagement #obesitymedicine

Psychological interventions (like CBT) are one of the proven treatments that can help with long-term weight loss. We're talking about how automatic thinking works, why CBT can help and how to get started with weight loss expert Dr. David Macklin on this episode of My Weight Live!

Learn the facts behind metabolism, whether it's possible to “boost” it, and get tips for managing emotional eating on this podcast episode of My Weight Live with weight expert Dr. Shahebina Walji.

For many people, diet and exercise alone aren't enough to reach a healthier weight. We spoke about what really works for long-term weight management and debunked common weight loss myths with medical expert Dr. Jessie Watkins.

Most people don't realize that there are tools beyond diet & exercise that can help people lose weight and keep it off,” says weight expert Dr. Deborah Horn. On this episode, we spoke about new approaches for weight management and the many health benefits of reaching our best weight.

There are many new strategies & treatments for managing chronic pain. Weight expert Dr. Saima Khan joins us on this episode to talk about all the tools and solutions available to manage chronic pain, how a physician can help us, and what people with obesity in particular should know.

For anyone who wants to reach a healthier weight, obesity expert Dr. Tasneem Sajwani explains what's been proven to work, how weight loss can improve our health, and why it's time to stop relying on unsustainable commercial diets that “get us somewhere temporarily but eventually leave us with disappointment.”

On this episode, we cover why weight regain happens and what we can do about it with endocrinologist & weight expert Dr. Akshay Jain. We also talk about weight gain during menopause, how to deal with cravings, and why men in particular should pay attention to their weight! If you'd like to watch our shows, head to our Facebook channel, “My Weight - What to Know”.

We're talking about how to manage emotional eating, deal with cravings, and the science of appetite with weight educator Diana Bedoya on this episode. Diana shares what she's learned about obesity, as well as how she's healed her relationship with food and learned to be a voice for her body.

Sleep apnea can cause weight gain, fatigue, and even depression. On this podcast episode, weight management expert Dr. Jyoti Manekar talks about the symptoms of sleep apnea and what we can do to improve it.

Many people will need the help of a healthcare professional to reach a healthier weight, and that often requires negotiating with the healthcare system, our insurance company, and more. Obesity Canada Medical Director Dr. Mary Forhan joins us to talk about how to advocate for ourselves and get the care we need.

Reneé Rawls lost 300 pounds with the help of a physician who specializes in weight loss and obesity management. On this podcast episode, she's talking about what she's learned on her journey, and weight management expert Dr. Holly Lofton will join us to share what everyone should know about reaching a healthier weight.

Binge eating, or uncontrolled eating, is a struggle for many of us. Dr. Michael Vallis joins us to talk about why it happens and what we can do about it on this episode of My Weight Live.

When we're trying to reach a healthier weight, having a plan is key. Endocrinologist Dr. Dawn Smiley-Byrd covers the science of weight loss and explains how a physician can help us reach our goals. We'll talk about why weight regain happens, what to do during menopause and more in this episode of My Weight - What to Know.

Wondering how to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to live a happier, healthier life? Then this episode is a must-listen! Weight Expert Dr. Sandy Van shares her practical suggestions on how to challenge our thoughts to manage cravings & make healthy habits easier.

For anyone hoping to be successful with weight loss this year, endocrinologist Dr. Scott Isaacs covers why it's time to take a different approach, and how to develop a sustainable plan to lose weight and keep it off for good.

For anyone who's thinking about starting a weight loss program, this episode is a must-listen! We cover the questions to ask, the red flags to be aware of, and what everyone should know about weight loss supplements.

For many people, diet and exercise alone aren't enough to reach a healthier weight - they need help from a physician to get the proven medical treatments that can make a big difference. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Anil Maheshwari, a Toronto-based weight management specialist, about the treatments available and how they can help.

There are many skills we can develop to make achieving our goals easier, and in this episode, we talk with dietitian Nada Abualoon about what these skills are and how we can put them into practice. We also cover why being told exactly what to eat isn't the answer for sustainable weight loss, why setbacks are an essential part of success, what to do about recurring negative thoughts, and more!

The brain plays a big role in determining when and why we eat. In this fabulous episode, endocrinologist Dr. Domenica Rubino explains why our body fights back against weight loss, how we can use this knowledge to prevent weight regain, and why when it comes to sustainable weight loss, having more willpower just isn't the answer!

For many people, it takes more than just diet and exercise alone to reach a healthier weight. We're talking with patient ambassador Patty Nece about how finding the right doctor and getting treatment changed her life and medical expert Dr. Ken Fujioka shares the latest advances in the field of obesity treatment.

Psychologist Dr. Paul Davidson shares practical suggestions for managing emotional and stress eating, gives easy healthy substitutes for common trigger foods, and talks about what all people who've had weight loss success have in common.

Menopause, PCOS and pregnancy… being a woman can affect our weight more than we might think. Dr. Sasha High answers all of our questions about women's health and how to reach a healthier weight.

Weight management expert Dr. Shahebina Walji shares how hormones can affect our weight and what we can do about it...

Medical expert Dr. Sean Wharton covers how to prevent weight re-gain, how to plan ahead to minimize cravings & the psychological and medical treatments available for obesity!

Emotional eating is a challenge for so many of us. We talk with therapist Katie Raskin about how we can heal our relationship with food!

Dr. Terenzi opens up about her own journey with weight and how her experience helps her treat her patients living with excess weight. In this episode, we cover: how to start a conversation about weight with a doctor, why the number on the scale is not anyone's FAULT, what a “PMR” is and why it is an integral part of every person's journey with weight and more.

Dr. Sue Pedersen discusses what scientists now know about the biology of weight and body size and shares what studies show is effective for managing weight over the long-run.