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. She is a Board certified Internal Medicine and Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine and founder of the Rentea Metabolic Clinic, a Telehealth clinic for residents of the state of Indiana and Illinois that helps comprehensively with weight management. This podcast is ...
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Healthy Habits on the Go: Tips for Staying on Track When Life Gets Busy
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Staying committed to your health goals can be tough when life is constantly throwing curveballs. Whether it’s a birthday party, a vacation, or a work event, the…
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Think You're a GLP-1 Non-Responder? Address These Key Issues First
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Why Getting Back on Track Feels Hard (And How to Make It Easier)
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Stylist Secrets: Mastering Shapewear, “Trouble Zones”, and a Clutter-Free Closet with Lora LaPratt
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Mastering Maintenance: 3 Strategies for Long-Term Success
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Why You Binge and How to Stop with Jane Pilger
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. The most common type of eating disorder in the United States, binge eating disorder (BED) often triggers intense feelings of shame and thrives on secrecy. Jane …
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Low-Hanging Fruit: The Key to Breaking Fat Loss Plateaus
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Have you ever felt stuck in your weight loss journey, convinced that one particular issue is holding you back? Whether it's the late-night chocolate cravings or…
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The 30/30 Program is live for Enrollment now!
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Enroll in The 30/30 Program now! Registration closes August 31st 11:59pm EST. Click here to register for The 30/30 Program! We start Sep 1st 2024.…
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The Limitations of Obesity Management in Primary Care with Chase Franks
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The Power of Rituals: Tricking Yourself Into Consistency
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Safer Surgeries for All: Expert Tips on Anesthesia and Obesity with Dr. Sarah Bodin
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BONUS: Build Strength in Just 10 Minutes, from Your Chair, in Pajamas with Dr. Ali Novitsky
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BMI: Proof it Falls Short as a Measure of Health
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Optimizing Your GLP-1 Experience: Tips for Handling Headaches, Appetite Shifts, and Viral Illnesses
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Nausea Relief Strategies for GLP-1 Agonist Medications
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Sulfur Burps on GLP-1 Meds: Remedies, Treatment and Causes
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Ever had a burp that smells like bad eggs? It’s certainly not pleasant - especially in a social setting! But like most medications, anti-obesity medications com…
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Weight Challenges with Mental Health Treatments: Insights from Psychiatrist Dr. Mark Novitsky
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. While psychiatric medications can be essential for improving mental health, they often come with unwanted side effects, including weight gain. Historically, a l…
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Breaking the Silence: Redefining Menopausal Care for Women with Obesity with Dr. Komal Patil-Sisodia
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Menopause and the years leading up to it - perimenopause, are periods of significant change in a woman’s body. Working as a physician, I’ve seen firsthand how t…
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Today's Actions, Tomorrow's Health: The Power of Your Future Self
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How One TikToker’s Chronic Weight Management Journey is Inspiring Others: Angel Scheer’s Story
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4 Tactical Moves to Manage Increased Hunger
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Feeling extra hungry lately and not sure why? After recently transitioning from Wegovy to ZepBound, I noticed a significant increase in appetite. But whether or…
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. When people start working on their health, one of the first things they usually want to know is: what is the best nutrition plan? But when it comes to the “best…
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How to Tap Into a Growth Mindset and Crush Your Goals
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Body Composition: How to Assess It and Why It Matters
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ADHD-Friendly Weight Management Strategies with Jennifer Watts
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Weight loss coach Jennifer Watts often felt defeated by traditional diet plans. Each attempt ended in what felt like failure, creating a cycle of frustration an…
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Mastering Your Mindset After Weight Loss Surgery with Kathryn Shallow
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Bariatric surgery can be a powerful tool for hitting the reset button on your metabolic health, but people often underestimate the mental and emotional componen…
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Why Scale Weight is Irrelevant (And What to Focus On Instead)
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Building Your Dream Team: How to Find the Right Obesity Medicine Physician
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Years ago, the standard approach to obesity in primary care was to “eat less and move more.” Now, we’ve come to learn that without intensive behavioral support,…
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Approaching Health Conversations with Kids: Expert Tips from Pediatrician Dr. Jane Roberts
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. There’s no denying that obesity among children is on the rise. But we also know what a sensitive subject weight can be–and one that many parents are reluctant t…
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. “I feel hungry all the time” or “I just can’t control my cravings!” It’s a complaint that nearly always crops up as people get further into their journeys worki…
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Stuck in the Comparison Trap? How to Ignite Your Trailblazer Energy!
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Dietary Fiber: Tackling Constipation on GLP-1s
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Why Maintaining Your Weight is Worth Celebrating
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The Art of Pivoting: How an Agile Mindset Enhances Your Health Goals
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. As the new year approaches, many of us find ourselves reflecting on the past year and contemplating the changes we want to make in the coming months. But as you…
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Journey Over Destination: Why the Process Matters
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. What if I told you that there’s no such thing as failure, only perception? A beautiful journey is one full of twists and turns, and ups and downs. And in all th…
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Reproductive Health, PCOS and Menopause with Dr. Anna Glezer
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Zepbound 101: Everything You Need to Know
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Weight loss medication just became much more accessible for so many in the form of Zepbound; a medication that has been used to treat diabetes under the name Mo…
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Supporting Your Health During the Holiday Season
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Setting Boundaries and Creating Space to Rest
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Bariatric Surgery 101 with Surgeon Dr. Daniel Rosen
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Binge Eating Disorder: Shifting Your Perspective with Dr. Key
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Taking Preventative Measures: Heart Health with Dr. Mohammed Alo
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Vacationing and Food: Staying on Track While you Travel
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Angel’s Metabolic Journey: 4 Small Changes That Inspired Big Results
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. 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 inspir…
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It’s a Balancing Act: Hormones and Metabolic Health with Melissa Young MD
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The Road to Achievement and Why you Can’t Walk it Alone
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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. 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…
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