The Obesity Guide Podcast with Matthea Rentea MD

Matthea Rentea MD leads discussions on obesity and chronic weight management. Her guests range from experts in the fields that intersect with obesity and wellness, to individuals successful in their weight journey. 

The Obesity Guide Podcast with Matthea Rentea MD

Matthea Rentea MD leads discussions on obesity and chronic weight management. Her guests range from experts in the fields that intersect with obesity and wellness, to individuals successful in their weight journey. 
113. Nighttime Snacking: Habit, Hunger, or Something Else? Mar 31, 2025
 

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You eat well all day, feeling in control and on track. But then evening hits, and suddenly, you’re reaching for snacks—chips, chocolate, whatever’s within arm’s reach. You’re not even hungry, so why does this keep happening? And why is it so hard to s...

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112. Meal Delivery Services: Hype, Fad, or Your Next Lifesaver? Mar 24, 2025
 

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Meal delivery services promise convenience, but do they really make healthy eating and weight management a breeze—or is that just wishful thinking? When I first started this journey, I was completely sold on what I call the “Oprah effect”: the idea th...

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111. BONUS When Weight Bias in Healthcare Leads to Missed Diagnoses—And How We Can Do Better with Dr. Lindsay Ogle Mar 18, 2025
 

Going to the doctor should be about getting the care you need—but for many people in larger bodies, it’s an experience filled with anxiety and shame. The fear of being judged, dismissed, or having every health concern blamed on weight keeps countl...

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110. Rest Is Not a Luxury—It’s the Foundation of Your Health Mar 17, 2025
 

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Do you ever feel like no matter how much you do, it’s never quite enough? Our culture glorifies hustle—pushing harder, working longer, and squeezing productivity into every spare moment. But what if the key to better health, sustainable weight loss, a...

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109: How to Get (and Stay) Organized—Without Overwhelm with Professional Organizer Julia Goldberg Mar 10, 2025
 

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Your home should be a place of peace, but when clutter piles up, it can feel anything but calming (trust me, I’ve been there!). If you’re constantly battling mess, you’re not alone—but did you know that your environment has a bigger impact on your ...

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108. How to Handle a Medication Pause Without Losing Progress Mar 03, 2025
 

 

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What happens when you have to pause your GLP-1 medication—whether for a procedure, travel, or an unexpected setback? One patient recently shared their frustration after going off their meds for a colonoscopy and feeling completely off track.

Th...

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107. The Story Behind Devotion Nutrition: Fueling Your Body with Joy with Dana Lynn Kaye Feb 24, 2025
 

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Dana Lynn Kaye is a fitness enthusiast, entrepreneur, and the founder of Devotion Nutrition—but her journey started with a very different relationship with food. From childhood, she struggled with binge eating, feeling trapped in cycles of restrict...

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106: When One Medication Isn’t Enough: Exploring Your Options Feb 17, 2025
 

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Building on last week’s discussion about adopting a biohacking mindset for weight management, this post explores additional prescription options that can complement your existing plan.

We’ll break down how medications like Contrave, Qsymia, and metfo...

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105: Optimizing Your Toolbox: Biohacking with Anti-Obesity Meds Feb 10, 2025
 

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If you’ve hit a plateau in your weight loss journey—despite making lifestyle changes and trying initial treatments—you might find yourself wondering, What’s wrong with me? Why can’t I make this work without more help? I get it—I’ve been there too. But...

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104: GLP-1s: More Than Just a Weight Loss Drug—How They're Transforming Cardiovascular Care with Dr. Simin Lee Feb 03, 2025
 

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Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women, driven by the growing obesity epidemic and complex cardiometabolic issues that often slip through the cracks between primary care and specialists. The simple truth? Many women aren’t receiving the...

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103: The Easy vs. Hard Road: How to Stop Feeling Stuck and Start Moving Forward Jan 27, 2025
 

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Do you ever feel like you’re stuck on the "hard road," where every step forward is a struggle, and progress seems just out of reach? Maybe you feel trapped by past mistakes, or overwhelmed by an uncertain future. Today, I want to share something with ...

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102: Back to Basics Mini-Series: Quick Fiber Fixes for Better Gut Health Jan 20, 2025
 

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Rounding off our Back to Basics mini-series, this blog post is all about fiber—the powerhouse nutrient that plays a vital role in gut health and keeping you feeling full. We’ll dive into the best fiber sources, highlight some surprisingly low-fiber fo...

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