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In all the work that I do within the arena of metabolic healthcare and education, I always stress the importance of a comprehensive approach. This is why I work to provide you with a variety of resources and different perspectives, like the amazing discussion I’m bringing to you today.

Dr. Alo is a cardiologist who focuses especially on preventive cardiovascular healthcare. He is an amazing resource, and I am so honored to have him as a guest on The Obesity Guide. In this episode we hear a very unique and medically significant perspective on metabolic health and obesity, and how this affects our cardiovascular health.

We were able to really dive deep and have a well rounded, evidence-based discussion on whether or not the “calories in vs. calories out” method stands, what it really means for your heart health when you lose weight, practical milestones that Dr. Alo looks for in both cardiovascular and metabolic health, realistic fitness expectations and where to start to improve heart health, and so much more!

Connect with Dr. Alo:

Website
YouTube
Instagram
TikTok

More Resources:

Fitness And Weight Loss For Busy Physicians: Medical Conference Lecture(includes information on The Matador Study)

The Matador Study


Quotes

“The number one thing I would tell people in terms of lifestyle modifications is to find some kind of activity that you enjoy and that you can do forever” - Dr. Alo

“One of the things that we've found with diet and weight loss is regardless of how you do it, if weight comes off, you improve almost all of your cardiovascular markers and inflammatory markers no matter how you measure it. Even if you only eat twinkies.”  - Dr. Alo

“One of the biggest things I see with patients is they have diet culture trauma that has been there for a very long time, that’s very difficult to overcome. They're afraid of food and haven't been given the tools to deal with that properly. So mindset when it comes to food is absolutely the number one step.” - Dr. Alo

“We have unbelievable tools now that work, like Ozempic, and even at the lowest, microscopic doses, they’re amazing. I think there's a lot we're still learning about these medications, and I'm not saying it's a cheat code or it's magic, but it is

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Habits are notoriously difficult things to create, but once they’re in place, the task becomes second nature to you. Once something becomes routine for you, you no longer have to spend time and energy making sure you follow through; it just happens. 


This week on The Obesity Guide, I spend time uncovering how habit creation is your secret tool to taking a vacation and maintaining mindful eating practices. I give practical advice on making smart decisions for your health, and I get to share some of the habits I’ve created over time that help me stay on track when traveling. I’ve learned that habits developed through time and effort are the difference between returning from a vacation feeling great or playing catch up with your health and energy levels. 


You need to tune in this week if you want to enter this holiday season full of confidence and empowered with the habits you need to feel great, even as you travel!

Quotes

“When I say routine, I mean looking at what is gonna ground and center me, and still focus me.” - Dr. Rentea 


“When I take long drives between homes in separate states, good planning for me is thinking, ‘okay when I leave, how many meals or snacks am I actually logistically going to need for everyone during that period?’ I can’t just aimlessly pack snacks and food and things. I want you to think about what is actually reasonable during a trip.” - Dr. Rentea


“I want to open you up to the fact that planning is in a very loving vein; so that you can end up getting what you want long term. It's not restrictive, it's not punitive, it's not you controlling every moment.” - Dr. Rentea


“Planning is not controlling every single moment. Planning takes time. Planning is about getting realistic. Planning is about thinking ‘what supports me?’ Planning is not about panic.” - Dr. Rentea


“As humans, we like routine because of what it does for us. It makes us feel stable, it makes us feel secure, and it helps us out.” - Dr. Rentea

“You do not need to end the holidays feeling crappy. It's not about your weight, it’s about avoiding that blood sugar yo-yo. So maybe one of your routines is that you say, ‘I'm going to balance things, even if I'm eating cakes and cookies, I will first have a bite of protein and veggie.’” - Dr. Rentea 

Audio Stamps

00:29 - Dr. Rentea introduces this week’s topic of maintaining healthy habits while traveling/vacationing 


03:16 - We learn the first of Dr. Rentea’s top three pieces of advice for taking a healthier vacation

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.

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Today I have the profound privilege to introduce you all to Angel. I have been working with Angel for several months and her story and triumphs are truly inspiring to me, and I hope they can be for you as well. In this episode, we get to hear her health story firsthand, and she shares with us all of the many motivational tools and takeaways that have brought her to the place she is able to celebrate today.

Angel’s story and stories like hers can really help us to frame obesity care and GLP 1s in a way that provides hope; which is something that she said she lost along the way, and was able to find again with help and the right tools. I hope that her interview gives you some encouragement on your journey, and I would love to hear your success stories and encouraging thoughts as well by emailing me at [email protected].

Click here to visit the American Board of Obesity Medicine’s website and find a practicing board certified obesity medicine physician near you.

Quotes

“No one looked at me as a whole, but only as the parts.” - Angel 

“You gave me a tool; medication. The other tool that you're giving me is information. And that's a big benefit about being in your clinic. The information you provide me is so helpful to understand why I've been stuck in obesity. It makes sense, and it's not all me doing something wrong. the information has helped me de-stigmatize my mind.” - Angel

"When I have someone come in, you have objective things that you want to see happen. And we’re looking at the whole picture; I always describe it like we're looking at the roots of the tree and not just like the fruit that's on the outside." - Dr. Rentea

"My biggest win is that I just feel so much better. I look better with this 40 pounds off. I feel more energetic, and I feel hopeful. There are so many small non-scale victories that I'm experiencing every single day." - Angel

"If you are someone where your primary care doctor or whoever you're seeing can't help you, there are other options." - Dr. Rentea

"I'm basically 40 pounds down since February. And I know that other people can have the same success because I'm not doing anything special. I'm living my life. Each meal or each moment I try to think about my choices, but I still indulge in the things that I loved to eat before, but a lot less of it." - Angel

Audio Stamps

01:25 - Angel introduces herself and shares about her metabolic health journey and what led her to joining the Rentea Metabolic Clinic

07:42 - We hear about what Angel’s metabolic health goals have looked

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.

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Joining us on today’s episode is Dr. Melissa Young, a renowned endocrinologist with extensive knowledge and experience in managing hormonal disorders and their profound effects on weight and metabolism. In this enlightening episode, we work to uncover how hormonal imbalances can impact our weight and discuss innovative, science-backed approaches to sustainable weight management and overall well-being. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, are dealing with a hormonal imbalance yourself, or are just keen on understanding the myriad factors that have the potential to influence weight fluctuation, this episode promises insights that could redefine your approach to healthy living. So sit back, relax, and I hope you enjoy!

Connect with Dr. Melissa Young:

Linkedin

tiktok 

Quotes

Even for patients who aren't attempting to lose weight, exercise is important. But it is particularly important when you are trying to lose weight and keep the weight off because whenever you lose weight, you are going to lose some muscle mass along with the fat. And if you don't keep your muscles toned, your metabolic rate will slow. 
- Dr. Young

There are still plenty of people in the medical community who don't see obesity as a chronic medical illness, which is unfortunate. 
- Dr. Young

There is so much education that needs to go out there, so that the medical community sees it as the disease that it is, and treats it as such. 
- Dr. Young

Changing eating habits that you've had probably since childhood, it’s very difficult. And even once you’ve changed, once you develop overweight and obesity, all those physical changes that have occurred in your body keep you from being able to lose the weight, even with the best of intentions.
 - Dr. Young

Audio Stamps

00:55 - Dr. Melissa Young introduces herself and shares some information on herself and her medical background

02:06 - Dr. Young shares her perspective as an endocrinologist on which labs she considers checking when thyroid function is a possible concern, and what it looks like in regards to weight gain when the thyroid not functioning properly

11:40 - We hear about Dr. Young’s top tips and recommendations for patients when they start GLP-1s for weight loss.

14:05 - Dr. Rentea and Dr. Young share a mutual observation on protein intake and exercise, and stress the importance of combating muscle loss effectively when on GLP-1s. 

23:08 - Dr. Rentea and Dr. Young share their perspectives on metabolic misinformation within the

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This week I get to delve into a topic that can really mean the difference between good and great when it comes to GLP1-s and weight loss; coaching and community! 

We have been fed a steady stream of diet culture-y, “one-size-fits-all” hacks throughout the years that have tricked us into thinking that there’s something wrong with us because we don’t see the same results as others when we follow the same routines. But the truth is, each person’s physiology is so diverse, that it’s completely unrealistic to approach weight loss in this way. 

Coaching is a tool that can really open your eyes to new possibilities and revolutionary tools within the realm of metabolic health. There is a whole world of resources and a huge community of supporters just waiting for you, that you can have access to; you just have to reach out and find your people. 

Listen in to hear about why I believe coaching and community is an integral part of your metabolic journey, and the three things that I see change almost immediately when my clients begin coaching. 

Quotes

Growth takes energy. It takes a certain environment. When someone's asking you that open ended question, it really helps you to see what the possibilities are. 
- Dr. Rentea

This is what I tend to see; when patients or coaching clients want to keep making progress, they will ultimately run into a problem that takes them being really creative and flexible with how they're going to solve it.
- Dr. Rentea 

There are always obstacles in life. It is not going to stop. We need flexibility to be able to get through these different obstacles that are going to pop up.
- Dr. Rentea

Audio Stamps

02:00 - Dr. Rentea introduces the topic of today’s episode: coaching and consultation, and how it intertwines with blood sugar management

04:37 - Dr. Rentea debunks the myth that medication can be a one-size-fits-all solution, and instead helps us to frame it as one helpful tool within a toolbox of resources

06:21 - We hear about the three biggest ways that coaching helps patients to overcome their biggest struggles and reach their goals. 

13:57 - We hear about the common roadblock that trying to apply medicine in a one-size-fits-all manner can create, and how monumental personal care can be to revolutionizing your weight loss journey

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 work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com

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Click here to listen to our live Q/A call with Dr.Rentea about questions that were asked about the Blood Sugar Mastermind. Only 2 more days to register! To register, CLICK HERE! 

Any more questions, feels free to email us at [email protected] 

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 work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com

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Think your poor sleep, achy joints and brain fog are simply inevitable results of aging? Think again; there may be much more to the story than that. 

High blood sugar and insulin resistance is something that so many people deal with, oftentimes even unknowingly. Poor regulation of blood sugar can produce some alarming symptoms, including restless sleep, drastic mood fluctuations, severe, insatiable cravings, and more. If you’re interested in discovering whether or not you should be thinking about your blood sugar, click play on this episode for some tips, tricks, and helpful information from me. 

And if you are thinking to yourself “I wish there were resources to help me discover more about my own blood sugar and how to improve my metabolic health and insulin resistance”, I have just what you need. My upcoming Blood Sugar Mastermind was made for you! CLICK HERE to check it out. 

Quotes

“You do not need to lose massive amounts of weight to see improvements in your blood sugar. I have so many patients that have lost no weight but have reversed prediabetes and diabetes.” - Dr. Rentea

“I will typically hear from patients; they think ‘I've got to get rid of all carbs’. I'm here to tell you that that's not the case. It's really about the quality of food and balancing food and timing.” - Dr. Rentea

“There are really simple strategies that you can employ that can optimize (results) for yourself.” - Dr. Rentea

“If you're someone that loves this topic and you want to learn more, then I would really recommend that you sign up for my Blood Sugar Mastermind. I'll give you lots of strategies and ideas within my course.” - Dr. Rentea 

“In an ideal world, we'd all get rid of all the processed food. It's not realistic. It's not happening. So let's start to work with our bodies.” - Dr. Rentea

“I really want to encourage you; I want you to realize that little things really matter.” - Dr Rentea

“What's your North Star? What's your value? What's your ‘why’? I want you to really focus on that.” - Dr. Rentea

Audio Stamps

02:10 - Dr. Rentea introduces this week’s discussion topic of blood sugar management

02:30 - We learn that poor blood sugar management can be related to a myriad of negative symptoms

03:28 - Dr. Rentea offers her Blood Sugar Mastermind as an additional option for anyone wanting to learn more about Blood Sugar Management

06:08 - We learn how insulin resistance relates to blood sugar management, and how weight affects this correlation

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 work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com

CLICK HERE to purchase Premium Season 1 of The Obesity Guide: Behind the Curtain and unlock exclusive content! Dive into real clinical scenarios, from my personal medication journey to tackling weight loss plateaus, understanding insulin resistance, and overcoming challenges with GLP-1s. Plus, get a 40+ page guide packed with protein charts, weight loss formulas, and more. Don’t miss out—available now!

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Ep 1: What Obesity Medicine Doctors Want You to Know

Thanks for listening to The Obesity Guide! This week I have a series of crossover podcast episodes with Dr. Ali Novitsky. In these episodes, Dr. Ali talks to us about all things fitness; it’s an amazing and inclusive series that aims to provide resources and support for anyone who is looking to integrate more health and fitness practices into their lifestyle. I hope you enjoy this series!

Quotes

It's okay if you cry. Just realize you're letting go of a lot of stress hormones. You've processed it real quick, and you'll likely feel so much better after you do. - Dr. Matthea Rentea 

Something I hear when people get on the meds, they don't have a desire for certain foods anymore. Food used to be a really easy way to cope and they actually need to grieve that. So why are we minimizing that journey for someone? We ultimately don't know anyone else's path. - Dr. Matthea Rentea

Connect with Ali: 

Listen to Dr. Ali Novitsky’s Podcast “Life Coaching for Women Physicians”

Dr. Novistky’s Instagram

Dr. Novitsky’s Facebook

Dr. Novitstky’s Website

Dr. Novitsky’s Youtube Channel

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 work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com

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Ep 2: Achieving Optimal Health with Strength Training

Thanks for listening to The Obesity Guide! This week I have a series of crossover podcast episodes with Dr. Ali Novitsky. In these episodes, Dr. Ali talks to us about all things fitness; it’s an amazing and inclusive series that aims to provide resources and support for anyone who is looking to integrate more health and fitness practices into their lifestyle. I hope you enjoy this series!

Quotes

If we're adopting a diet mentality, we think that we should lose weight with exercise. And when we don't see the scale go down when we're doing strength training, we assume… that strength training makes us bigger and bulky. And it's simply not true. - Dr. Ali Novitsky

If you're having the thought of ‘you will go to the gym when you're fitter’, or ‘you will start exercising when you're fitter’, just please… throw that thought away. because that's never going to get you anywhere. - Dr. Ali Novitsky

Connect with Ali: 

Listen to Dr. Ali Novitsky’s Podcast “Life Coaching for Women Physicians”

Dr. Novistky’s Instagram

Dr. Novitsky’s Facebook

Dr. Novitstky’s Website

Dr. Novitsky’s Youtube Channel

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 work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com

CLICK HERE to purchase Premium Season 1 of The Obesity Guide: Behind the Curtain and unlock exclusive content! Dive into real clinical scenarios, from my personal medication journey to tackling weight loss plateaus, understanding insulin resistance, and overcoming challenges with GLP-1s. Plus, get a 40+ page guide packed with protein charts, weight loss formulas, and more. Don’t miss out—available now!

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Ep 3: Tracking Body Composition Changes

Thanks for listening to The Obesity Guide! This week I have a series of crossover podcast episodes with Dr. Ali Novitsky. In these episodes, Dr. Ali talks to us about all things fitness; it’s an amazing and inclusive series that aims to provide resources and support for anyone who is looking to integrate more health and fitness practices into their lifestyle. I hope you enjoy this series!

Quotes

We're not setting ourselves up for success If we're just looking for short term fixes. - Dr. Ali Novitsky

You will know when you have hit your authentically healthy weight. Instead of picking a number that you think you should weigh… what if you decided to feel the most amazing that you ever felt in your whole entire life. - Dr. Ali Novitsky

Connect with Ali: 

Listen to Dr. Ali Novitsky’s Podcast “Life Coaching for Women Physicians”

Dr. Novistky’s Instagram

Dr. Novitsky’s Facebook

Dr. Novitstky’s Website

Dr. Novitsky’s Youtube Channel

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 work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com

CLICK HERE to purchase Premium Season 1 of The Obesity Guide: Behind the Curtain and unlock exclusive content! Dive into real clinical scenarios, from my personal medication journey to tackling weight loss plateaus, understanding insulin resistance, and overcoming challenges with GLP-1s. Plus, get a 40+ page guide packed with protein charts, weight loss formulas, and more. Don’t miss out—available now!