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Have you ever wondered why the government issues dietary guidelines—and what they really mean for what ends up on your plate every day?

The 2026 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, released this January, aren’t just suggestions for personal meals—they guide federal nutrition programs like school lunches, military meals, and other initiatives for both children and adults. In short, they influence what millions of people eat and even shape U.S. agriculture.

Signed off by Secretary of Health Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, these guidelines balance both nutrition science and agricultural policy. That’s why conversations about them can get a little complex—and often spark debate.

In this episode, we break down the 2026 guidelines in practical, real-world terms, highlighting what matters most for everyday healthy eating. Topics we cover include:

• Why Food Conversations Always Spark Debate (Even With Evidence)
• Why the 2026 Dietary Guidelines Get It Right: A Practical Look at Healthy Eating
• Macronutrients Made Simple: How the 2026 Guidelines Work for You
• Eating for Your Microbes
• Eating for Health: Why Fruits and Vegetables Get Top Billing in 2026
• Fats Demystified: How to Eat Well Without Overthinking It
• Limiting Processed Foods and Added Sugars in the 2026 Guidelines
• Why Cutting Back on Alcohol Can Boost Your Health
• Evidence-Based Guidance for Moms and Babies

Whether you’re curious about proteins, fats, gut health, or even prenatal nutrition, this episode gives you a clear, evidence-based look at what the new guidelines really mean for your daily life.

Hit play and see what the 2026 guidelines really mean for your plate—without the confusion.

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What gets overlooked when we talk about weight, health, and body image?

In this episode, we explore the emotional, social, and medical realities of living in a larger body—beyond the scale or appearance.

My guest is Dr. Megan Tierney, a family physician, obesity medicine specialist, and founder of Sol Health and Wellness in Seattle. She supports women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and metabolic health changes with care that blends medical management, mindfulness, and self-compassion.

We cover:

• Living in a Larger Body: What Often Gets Missed – The everyday challenges, hidden stress, and societal pressures people in larger bodies face.
• Choosing What Feels Right for Your Body – How to make intentional health choices while respecting your body and autonomy.
• Making Space for Bodies to Change – Why body positivity isn’t about staying the same and how to honor body evolution.
• Why Weight Is Not Just Willpower: The Role of Trauma in Health – How trauma, stress, and environment shape our relationship with weight.
• Living Better, Not Just Lighter – Focusing on overall well-being, mental health, and thriving beyond the numbers on a scale.

This episode offers practical insights, compassionate guidance, and strategies to navigate health, body image, and self-care in today’s complex world. Whether you’re exploring your own journey or looking to better understand these challenges, this conversation is full of clarity, support, and actionable takeaways.

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• Linkedin: Meghan Tierney, MD DABOM, MSCP

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Ever wondered what’s really changing the game in weight loss treatments? 

Well, oral Wegovy might be it. Unlike other GLP-1 medications that require weekly injections, this is the first long-term weight-loss pill in its class. For many people, taking a daily tablet just feels way more doable—it’s flexible, lowers mental barriers, and makes managing weight something that can actually fit into everyday life.

In this episode, my guest is Joseph “Joe” Zucchi, a physician assistant and personal trainer with over a decade of experience in obesity medicine. He leads a multidisciplinary team in Salem, New Hampshire, helping patients achieve sustainable weight loss through a mix of fitness, nutrition, and medical care. Joe has been recognized for his work—leading his center to win awards, writing for outlets like the Wall Street Journal, MedPage Today, Healthline, and Doximity, and advocating for patient access to treatments like Zepbound. His insights make it clear that oral Wegovy isn’t just another pill—it’s part of a thoughtfully designed, patient-centered approach to obesity care.

In this episode, we break down everything you need to know, including GLP-1 medications in simple terms, the future of oral Wegovy, what counts as success on the pill, side effects to expect, the technology behind it, how to take it properly, safely transitioning between pill and injection, who benefits most (and who should avoid it), and cost, coverage, and what to expect in 2026. If you’ve been curious about how oral Wegovy works and whether it could be right for you, this episode walks through it all in practical, real-world terms.

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• Linkedin: Joseph Zucchi, PA-C
• X: JPZfitness 
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Ever wonder how testosterone really affects men’s weight and overall health? Testosterone isn’t just about sex drive—it plays a role in metabolism, muscle mass, energy levels, and where the body stores fat. Yet it’s also one of the most misunderstood hormones, with plenty of myths and oversimplified advice floating around online.

In this episode, we take a deep dive into testosterone, weight, and metabolic health with Dr. Khashayar Farzam. Together, we cut through the noise to talk about what testosterone actually does, why low levels and obesity often show up together, and how hormones, weight, sleep, and inflammation are closely connected.

What makes this conversation especially useful is its real-world focus. We break down safe ways to diagnose and manage low testosterone, the benefits and risks of therapy, why a holistic approach matters, and common myths about testosterone therapy that need to be left behind.

Understanding testosterone goes beyond lab results or quick fixes—it’s about seeing how hormones, weight, and metabolic health work together. When these pieces are addressed as a whole, men are better equipped to make informed, safer decisions about their health.

Press play on the full episode to hear everything we covered.

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• LinkedIn:: Dr. Khashayar Farzam, CCFP, DABFM, DABOM
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Ever feel like time just keeps slipping away, no matter how hard you try to stay on top of things? 

As 2025 winds down, it’s the perfect moment to pause and think about stepping into 2026 with more intention—without the pressure of rigid resolutions or endless to-do lists.

Earlier this year, I came across a book that quietly reshaped how I—and many people I’ve shared it with—approach time, productivity, and priorities. Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman isn’t your usual productivity guide. It’s not about cramming more into your calendar or hacking every hour of the day. Instead, it challenges the constant pressure to do more, optimize everything, and stay endlessly “on top of things.” Its lessons aren’t seasonal; they apply whether it’s January, June, or December.

In this episode, I’m sharing ten mindset shifts inspired by the book that actually help reduce stress, ease overwhelm, and bring attention back to what truly matters. These aren’t about getting more done—they’re about being honest with your time, prioritizing what counts, and approaching life with more clarity, compassion, and humanity. From slowing down to saying no and embracing imperfection, these lessons can help you enter 2026 feeling grounded, intentional, and fully present.

If you want to dive deeper into all ten mindset shifts and practical ways to make 2026 feel more intentional, the full episode is waiting for you. Tune in and give yourself the gift of clarity, focus, and a little more calm.

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Ever wonder why postpartum weight loss can feel so unpredictable—and what’s actually considered normal? 

It’s a question so many new moms have. In this episode, we’re breaking down what really happens to weight, metabolism, and overall health after pregnancy, without the pressure or unrealistic expectations.

I’m joined by Dani, a family nurse practitioner and one of our obesity experts, who’s also training to become a certified lactation counselor. Dani is deeply passionate about supporting postpartum women—especially those who are breastfeeding—a group that’s often overlooked when it comes to guidance around weight, nutrition, and recovery.

Together, we cover the realities of postpartum weight changes and dive into the topics that matter most, including closing the postpartum support gap, understanding normal weight patterns after pregnancy, the hormonal side of appetite and metabolism, breastfeeding and weight, and how to care for yourself after a baby. We also talk through practical ways to eat well during this season, when to consider weight management medications, what the emerging data says about GLP-1 medications during breastfeeding, and recovery and weight support for moms who aren’t breastfeeding.

We also explore how hormonal shifts influence hunger and metabolism, safe and realistic approaches to weight support, and practical strategies that help new moms feel supported—not rushed—during this intense and transformative period.

Follow the full episode for a deeper, more honest look at postpartum wellness and the support moms truly deserve.

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Ever wonder how much your liver really affects your overall health and weight? 

The liver plays a central role in metabolism, yet its importance is often underestimated.

In this week’s episode, we spoke with Dr. Rajvanshi, a board-certified gastroenterologist, hepatologist, and obesity medicine specialist at Valley Medical Center in Riten, Washington. Beyond his clinical practice, he’s a health technology entrepreneur, developing AI tools to support obesity medicine for both clinicians and patients, and he is actively involved in the Obesity Medicine Association.

Topics we covered include:

• The Liver: More Than a Detox Organ
• Liver Damage Can Be Reversed
• Fatty Liver to Fibrosis: What You Need to Know
• Why Fatty Liver Screening Is Essential
• Supplements vs. Real Nutrition for Liver Health
• Alcohol’s Impact on Your Liver
• Modern Treatments: Resmetirom, Semaglutide, and Liver Health

Many people think of the liver simply as the body’s detoxifier, but it’s far more complex and vital. It supports metabolism, nutrient processing, and overall health. Understanding and maintaining liver health is key to long-term wellness, especially when it comes to weight management and metabolic health.

Dr. Rajvanshi’s approach highlights a modern principle in medicine: treat the root causes, not just the symptoms. By addressing liver care alongside metabolic health and obesity medicine, clinicians can help patients prevent serious complications, reduce the need for invasive treatments, and improve quality of life.

For a deeper dive into how these insights translate into real-life health and weight outcomes, the full conversation is well worth a listen.

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• LinkedIn: Pankaj Rajvanshi, MD, Dipl. ABOM

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How much does weight really influence heart health?

For years, cardiologists have seen how carrying extra weight can raise the risk of diabetes, high blood pressure, inflammation, and high cholesterol—the major drivers of heart disease. Losing weight can help, but the harder part has always been keeping it off, since many people end up regaining it over time.

In this episode, Dr. Alo, often known as “America’s cardiologist,” joins the conversation. With decades of experience and licenses to practice in multiple states, he has become a trusted voice in both cardiology and obesity medicine. He’s seen how modern tools like GLP-1 medications and structured lifestyle changes can reshape the journey for people dealing with weight and cardiovascular risk. His perspective shows why addressing obesity is now central to long-term heart protection.

We dig into everything that influences heart health today. We talk about how weight and GLP-1 medications affect cardiovascular risk, what weight loss truly does for the heart, and why lowering LDL is still one of the strongest ways to prevent heart attacks. Dr. Alo also explains statins, how they work, their safety, and who benefits from them, along with other cholesterol-lowering options and newer therapies focused on stabilizing plaque.

We also cover phentermine and its impact on the heart, the cardiovascular benefits seen with GLP-1s, and the role of exercise in long-term heart protection.

If you’re curious about how all these pieces—weight, medications, cholesterol management, and lifestyle—work together to support better heart health, stay for the full episode. It pulls everything together into a clearer view of long-term wellness.

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Should I take a GLP-1? Real Patient Scenarios and Expert Guidance

Trying to figure out if a GLP-1 medication is right for you can feel overwhelming. With options like Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, and Mounjaro, it’s not just about weight—these medications can also support heart health, liver function, sleep, and blood sugar. Understanding who truly benefits takes the guidance of an expert.

Joining me today is Danielle Marston, or Dani, a board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in obesity medicine, weight management, and nutrition counseling. Dani holds a certificate of advanced education in obesity medicine through the Obesity Medicine Association and provides comprehensive care at our clinic, Colorado Wake Care at Green Mountain Partners for Health. She’s here to explain how GLP-1s work, their benefits, and who they can help the most.

Through real patient scenarios and practical advice, Dani shows how obesity care can be personalized, evidence-based, and approachable.

Whether you’re curious about starting a GLP-1, considering other treatment options, or just trying to understand what’s available, this episode gives you a clear roadmap to make informed decisions and find a plan that actually fits your life.

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Have you noticed how the holidays can make it harder to stay on track—whether it’s with food, movement, routines, or even your intentions?

This season brings travel, celebrations, full schedules, and plenty of temptations. In this episode, we’re covering the areas that often pose the biggest challenges:

• Enjoying traditions while staying on track
• Setting realistic health goals for the holidays
• Rethinking holiday drinking
• Holiday tips for GLP-1 users

We’ll share practical ways to enjoy holiday food without guilt, set goals that fit this time of year, make mindful choices around alcohol, and navigate the season effectively if you’re on GLP-1 medications. Movement is also part of the discussion—what counts, what’s realistic, and how to keep it manageable even during the busiest weeks.

Taken together, these strategies create a balanced, flexible approach to the holidays—one that protects your progress while letting you fully enjoy traditions, memories, and moments that matter most.

Hear the full episode to learn strategies for enjoying the holidays without derailing your progress.

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