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The Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDAppetite, Alcohol, and Emotion: GLP-1s and the Brain’s Reward CircuitSend 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 GLP-1 medications change more than just your appetite?If you’re considering anti-obesity medications, it’s normal to wonder what else they might affect beyond hunger. In this episode, I respond to a thoughtful listener question: If food and alcohol have been your go-to coping tools, what happens when they no longer provide comfort?We...2025-06-1614 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDThe GLP-1 Exit Strategy: Preventing Regain When You Stop MedicationSend 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. Thinking about stopping your GLP-1 medication and wondering what that means for your progress? Whether it’s affordability, pregnancy planning, or personal choice, stepping away from a medication that’s helped you feel in control can bring up a lot of anxiety. What if the cravings come back stronger than ever? What if all your hard-earned progress starts to slip?2025-06-0214 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDPost-Surgery Success: Nutrition, Movement & Mindset When Weight Bearing Isn't an OptionSend 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. Worried about losing muscle and derailing progress during surgery recovery? When mobility is limited, even temporarily, it's easy to feel like all your hard work is slipping away.In this episode, I address a listener who recently had bunion surgery and is now non-weight bearing, concerned about muscle loss while resuming GLP-1 medication. You'll discover what to focus...2025-05-2624 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDThe Hidden Cost of Reality Weight Loss: What The Biggest Loser Got Wrong—and What We Know Now with Ashley PaluSend 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. This week, I’m sharing a powerful interview I was invited to be part of on the Plus SideZ podcast with hosts Kim Carlos and Kat Carter. We spoke with Ashley Palu, a contestant from Season 9 of The Biggest Loser, for a behind-the-scenes look at the show that shaped so many of our early beliefs about weight loss.I...2025-05-191h 29The Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDWegovy vs. Zepbound (+ What You Need to Know BEFORE Switching)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. It’s an exciting time to be practicing in obesity medicine, with groundbreaking tools like Zepbound and Wegovy helping people achieve their weight loss goals in ways that were once unimaginable. Plus, with new medications like retatrutide (the triple agonists) on the horizon, the future of weight management is looking even brighter.But with so many options available, it...2025-04-2815 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDOpening Up About GLP-1s: How to Have Stigma-Free Conversations with Dave KnappSend 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. GLP-1 medications like Mounjaro are transforming the conversation around weight loss and diabetes management, but behind the headlines and medical jargon lies a real journey—one that’s often emotional, confusing, and filled with misconceptions.In this episode, Dave Knapp, the visionary behind OnThePen.com and the voice of @manonthemounjaro, shares his personal journey with type 2 diabetes and Moun...2025-04-2129 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDOzempic Is Killing Sales—Now Big Food Wants Your Cravings BackSend 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. There’s been a lot of buzz lately about how GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are reshaping the food industry. With fewer people craving ultra-processed snacks, Big Food is scrambling to adapt—developing new products to regain lost sales. But can they really outsmart these medications? And what does this mean for your health?In this epis...2025-04-1428 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDNighttime Snacking: Habit, Hunger, or Something Else?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 eat well all day, but when the evening rolls around, it’s like a switch flips. Suddenly, you’re reaching for snacks—chips, chocolate, whatever’s nearby. You’re not even hungry, so why does this keep happening? And why is it so hard to stop?Nighttime snacking isn’t just about food—it’s about habits running on autop...2025-03-3119 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDRest Is Not a Luxury—It’s the Foundation of Your HealthSend 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. Do you feel like you're constantly pushing yourself to do more—but no matter how much you accomplish, it never feels like enough? Our culture glorifies overwork and hyperproductivity, rewarding us for burning the candle at both ends. But what if the key to better health, sustainable weight loss, and true success isn’t doing more—but learning to rest?2025-03-1727 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDHow to Get (and Stay) Organized—Without Overwhelm with Professional Organizer Julia GoldbergSend 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. Your home should be a place of peace, but when clutter takes over, it can feel anything but calming (trust me, I’ve been there!). If you're constantly battling mess and disorganization, you’re not alone—but did you know your environment has a bigger impact on your well-being than you might realize? A disorganized space doesn’t just affect how your...2025-03-1036 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDHow to Handle a Medication Pause Without Losing ProgressSend 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 you have to take a break from your GLP-1 medication—whether for a medical procedure, travel, or an unexpected setback? One patient recently wrote in, frustrated after going off their meds for a colonoscopy and feeling completely off track.It’s easy to panic, feel like you've lost progress, or worry that getting back...2025-03-0319 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDLive Q/A call with Dr.Rentea about April 30/30 upcoming programSend 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. CLICK HERE to join the April 30/30 round. 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 w...2025-02-2838 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDOptimizing Your Toolbox: Biohacking with Anti-Obesity MedsSend 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. If you’ve hit a plateau in your weight loss journey—despite lifestyle changes and initial treatments—you might find yourself asking, ‘What’s wrong with me? Why can’t I make this work without more help?’ I get it—I’ve been there too. But what if adding another tool, like an anti-obesity medication, wasn’t a “failure” but part of optimizing your...2025-02-1017 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDThe Easy vs. Hard Road: How to Stop Feeling Stuck and Start Moving ForwardSend 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. Do you ever feel like your health is an uphill battle—like you're stuck on the "hard road," where every step forward feels exhausting, and progress seems impossible? Maybe you're trapped by the weight of past “failures” or overwhelmed by an uncertain future?In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful past workshop inspired by Chasing Cupcakes by Elizabet...2025-01-2743 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDBack to Basics Mini-Series: Quick Fiber Fixes for Better Gut HealthSend 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. Rounding off our Back to Basics mini-series, this episode is all about fiber—the powerhouse nutrient for gut health and satiety. I’ll break down the best fiber sources, expose some sneaky low-fiber foods (yes, even the salad bar could be letting you down!), and share practical, easy-to-follow tips for gradually increasing your intake without any digestive discomfort. Tune in for...2025-01-2010 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDBack to Basics Mini-Series: The Three-Pronged Approach to Hitting Your Protein GoalsSend 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. Today, we’re continuing our Back to Basics series with a deep dive into protein intake. Last week, we discussed hydration and how to make sure you’re getting enough, and now we’re focusing on protein—where to get it from, how to improve your intake, and why it matters.When it comes to protein, many people get caug...2025-01-1325 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDBack to Basics Mini-Series: Hydration Hacks to Kickstart Your YearSend 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. Fed up with being told to make big promises on January 1st that barely make it past the first week? Same here. That’s why we’re flipping the script with a no-fuss, no-fluff Back to Basics Mini-Series to set you up for success this January—starting with hydration. Forget grand resolutions and complicated plans. We’re keeping it simple...2025-01-0620 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDNo More Broken Resolutions: 2 Powerful Strategies for Building Habits That LastSend 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 January 1st looms, millions of people are gearing up to make New Year's resolutions, but here’s the sad reality: 90% of people abandon their goals by February, and only 8% actually follow through until the end of the year. So why does the typical grand proclamation—like “Sure, I’ll go to the gym every day”— so often flop? The problem...2024-12-3012 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MD“Nature’s Ozempic”: Miracle or Marketing Myth?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. If you're on social media, you're likely familiar with the constant stream of ads for weight loss products and health supplements promising quick fixes. In this episode, I tackle a listener's concerns about plant-based peptides claiming to rival GLP-1 medications, breaking down how to tell the difference between legitimate, science-backed treatments and predatory scams targeting those struggling with obesity. Learn...2024-12-1625 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDBehind the Scenes of Steady Progress: How Meg Found Lasting HealthSend 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 all hear the success stories, but what we rarely get to see is the journey behind them—the small tweaks and big mindset shifts that make lasting health changes possible. In today’s episode, we have the amazing Meg, a current patient of mine, who’s been on an incredible journey over the past year. Meg was already healthy, but sh...2024-12-0932 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDSemaglutide & Tirzepatide: Revolutionizing Obesity Treatment Beyond the ScaleSend 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. I recently tuned into a podcast with Jillian Michaels—the trainer from The Biggest Loser (possibly one of the most problematic shows to ever grace TV). I listened as she doubled down on the same old narrative: weight loss is all about motivation, eating less, and moving more. It was frustrating, especially because two respected physicians in the obesity medicine co...2024-12-0217 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDNew Findings for Tirzepatide Users: Why the Start of Your Weight Loss Journey MattersSend 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. At a recent business conference, there was one quote that really struck me: "Your biggest competitor is always the status quo." This idea hit home because it applies so much to our health—the status quo is what keeps us stuck in old patterns, and unless we actively work to change, we’ll stay right where we are.In t...2024-11-2515 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDWhen to Indulge, When to Skip: Your Guide to Smart Holiday EatingSend 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 the holiday season draws near, it's a time of excitement, connection, and celebration—but it also comes with its own set of challenges, especially when you’re trying to prioritize your health. Between family gatherings, changes in routine, and an abundance of food, finding balance can feel more difficult than ever. But it doesn’t have to be that way.2024-11-1814 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDIntermittent Fasting: Health Hack or Just Another Diet Craze?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 more people explore new approaches to health and weight management, intermittent fasting has become a popular option. From time-restricted eating to alternate-day fasting, the idea seems simple enough: limit eating to a set window, and you’ll likely eat less overall. But for many—especially those dealing with Binge Eating Disorder (BED) or binge tendencies—the reality often looks quite...2024-11-1118 minThe Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MDReclaiming Your Health Journey: The Danger of Glorifying Unrealistic ResultsSend 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. In my work, I’m always supporting people on their journey to better metabolic health, and it’s fascinating how new themes emerge each week. This week, I noticed many patients getting caught up in what I call the “vocal minority.” These are the people who share their extreme results with medications—often loudly and visibly—leading others to feel like their o...2024-11-0426 min