Did you know that your body has its own unique weight loss blueprint and it might be the key to finally seeing results?

In this episode, I explore the concept of obesity phenotypes and why one-size-fits-all approaches to weight loss often fail. I dive into the four main types I see in my practice: Hungry Brain, Emotional Hunger, Hungry Gut, and Slow Burn, and how understanding which one you align with can dramatically improve your treatment strategy. I also reflect on my own experiences, and those of my patients, emphasizing that it's not about willpower but biology and behavior. By identifying your phenotype, you can better tailor diets, medications, and lifestyle changes that work with your body instead of against it.

Discover which obesity phenotype might be holding you back and learn how to finally tailor your weight loss journey for lasting success, tune in now!

 This website offers genetic testing for obesity phenotypes. https://www.phenomixsciences.com/

Episode Highlights:

• About obesity phenotypes and why weight loss isn’t one-size-fits-all

• Overview of the four main obesity phenotypes: Hungry Brain, Emotional Hunger, Hungry Gut, and Slow Burn

• How GLP-1 receptor agonists help with appetite and satiety

• Behavioral strategies and mindfulness techniques for emotional eating

• Dietary tips for managing Hungry Gut and Slow Burn phenotypes

• Importance of personalized treatment plans for sustainable weight loss

• Real-life success story of phenotype-based weight loss

• Information about genetic testing through Phenomix Sciences

• Why seeking support from an obesity medicine specialist is important

Connect with Dr. Alicia Shelly:

• Website | drshellymd.com

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• Linked In | www.linkedin.com/in/drshellymd

• Twitter | @drshellymd

About Dr. Alicia Shelly

Dr. Alicia Shelly was raised in Atlanta, GA. She received her Doctorate of Medicine from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, OH.  Dr. Shelly has been practicing Primary Care and Obesity medicine since 2014.  In 2017, she became a Diplomat of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She is the lead physician at the Wellstar Medical Center Douglasville. She started a weekly podcast & Youtube channel entitled Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight loss,  where she discusses how to get on track and stay on track with your weight loss journey. She has spoken for numerous local and national organizations, including the Obesity Medicine Association, and the Georgia Chapter of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. She has been featured on CNN, Fox 5 News, Bruce St. James Radio show, Upscale magazine, and Shape.com. She was named an honoree of the 2021 Atlanta Business Chronicle's 40 under 40 award. She also is a collaborating author for the, “Made for More: Physician Entrepreneurs who Live Life and Practice Medicine on their own terms''.

 

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