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This week on Fat Science, Dr. Emily Cooper, Andrea Taylor, and Mark Wright explore the surprising influence of parental perception on children’s weight and metabolic health. Dr. Cooper breaks down the science connecting how parents think and talk about body size to the way their kids develop physically and emotionally. The episode tackles the real-world consequences of parental concerns, dieting mindsets, and body image on children’s metabolism, offering insights into creating supportive environments for healthy growth.
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Fat Science is a podcast on a mission to share the real science behind why we get fat, addressing stigma and confusion with facts, hope, and empowering stories.
Fat Science is a podcast on a mission to explain where our fat really comes from and why it won’t go and stay away. We are committed to creating a world where people are empowered with accurate information about metabolism and recognize that fat isn’t a failure. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.
If you have a question for Dr. Cooper, a show idea, feedback, or just want to connect, you can now reach us at Fat Science’s new website: https://fatsciencepodcast.com, or email us at [email protected], or [email protected].
For scientific reference sample listings related to topics in this episode, see https://fatsciencepodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Scientific-References-Fat-Science-Episodes.pdf
Fat Science is supported by the non-profit Diabesity Institute which is on a mission to increase access to effective, science-based medical care for those suffering from or at risk for diabesity. https://diabesityresearchfoundation.org/
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This week on Fat Science, Dr. Emily Cooper, Andrea Taylor, and Mark Wright explore the surprising influence of parental perception on children’s weight and metabolic health. Dr. Cooper breaks down the science connecting how parents think and talk about body size to the way their kids develop physically and emotionally. The episode tackles the real-world consequences of parental concerns, dieting mindsets, and body image on children’s metabolism, offering insights into creating supportive environments for healthy growth.
Key Takeaways:
Personal Stories & Practical Advice:
Resources from the episode:
Fat Science is a podcast on a mission to share the real science behind why we get fat, addressing stigma and confusion with facts, hope, and empowering stories.
Fat Science is a podcast on a mission to explain where our fat really comes from and why it won’t go and stay away. We are committed to creating a world where people are empowered with accurate information about metabolism and recognize that fat isn’t a failure. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.
If you have a question for Dr. Cooper, a show idea, feedback, or just want to connect, you can now reach us at Fat Science’s new website: https://fatsciencepodcast.com, or email us at [email protected], or [email protected].
For scientific reference sample listings related to topics in this episode, see https://fatsciencepodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Scientific-References-Fat-Science-Episodes.pdf
Fat Science is supported by the non-profit Diabesity Institute which is on a mission to increase access to effective, science-based medical care for those suffering from or at risk for diabesity. https://diabesityresearchfoundation.org/
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