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Thriving As A Physician: How to Lose Weight

Physicians… Ready to lose weight and manage emotional or binge eating while loving your life more? Hosted by Dr. Siobhan Key, an Obesity Medicine Physician and Certified Coach, this podcast teaches you practical, sustainable tools to lose weight and thrive in your life at the same time. Each episode will show you how to move away from always feeling restricted and frustrated to discovering what really works for lasting weight loss. You deserve to thrive. [Previously the Weight Solutions for Physicians podcast.]

Learn how to kickstart your weight loss with tools that will actually last with the free Weight Loss Kickstart Course at https://weightsolutionsforphysicians.ca/kickstart

Further podcasts by Dr. Siobhan Key, MD

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Thriving As A Physician: How to Lose Weight
Deprivation Free Holidays from 2023-12-11T19:20:01

In this episode, I talk about how to have a deprivation-free holiday season. Listen as I share my personal journey and how I have learned to enjoy the holidays while still honoring my goals.

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Sustainable Clinical Days: Interview with Dr. Sarah Smith from 2023-12-04T14:00

Ever feel like you're in a never-ending cycle of chaos and exhaustion, just hoping for a quieter month that never seems to come? 

Many physicians spend their entire ca...

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The Power of Re-Engineering Your Weight Loss from 2023-11-27T13:45:38

Physicians often tell me they know “what” to do but really struggle on following through.

If you do too, check out this episode.  I share the most powerful way I deal with this in my own ...

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3 Realities of Weight Maintenance No One Talks About from 2023-11-20T13:58:38

What is it really like to maintain a weight loss while living a busy physician’s life?

In this episode, I am sharing the top 3 things that nobody talks about (and that I wish I knew earli...

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ADHD&Eating in Physicians: Interview with Dr. Krystal Sodaitis from 2023-11-13T14:16:29

In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Krystal Sodaitis, a coach for doctors with neurodiversity. 

Together, we explore the unique challenges physicians with ADHD face and discuss how it can...

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Fresh Start Pt 4: Dodging Pitfalls from 2023-10-31T01:56:17

The same pitfalls come up over and over for physicians. But you may not even know to look for them!

Listen to this episode, to learn five common pitfalls that could be slowing you down (a...

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[Bonus] So Much is Possible for You from 2023-10-28T11:00

So much is possible for you.  Yes, reaching your goals is possible. 100%.  Even if you feel like you failed before. But, so much more is possible too.

Sharing how to start expanding...

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Fresh Start Series #3: Goals That Light You Up from 2023-10-23T13:00

Ever felt that tingle of excitement mixed with a dash of fear when you think about your deepest desires and goals? Yeah, me too. 

But here's the deal – it's time for a shift with how we u...

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Fresh Start Pt 2: No More Deprivation from 2023-10-17T10:39:03

Are you tired of feeling boxed in by restrictions and deprivation? It's time to break free. Welcome to the second episode of the Fresh Start podcast series, a beacon of hope for physicians seeki...

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Fresh Start Pt 1: Start with Belief from 2023-10-09T16:35:42

Welcome to the first episode of the 4 part Fresh Start Series. 

This series will help you go from feeling stuck in endless ups and downs with your eating and feeling exhausted by diets to...

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What to Do When The Scale Isn’t Moving from 2023-10-02T13:00

Are you staring at the scale, wondering why it isn't moving despite your best efforts? You're making the right choices, staying disciplined, but the number seems stubbornly stuck. I know how fru...

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Can being “Lazy” help your weight loss? from 2023-09-25T13:00

Did you know that relaxing and unwinding can be your secret weapon in your weight loss journey? 

This episode dives deep into this concept and shares how just being "lazy" (not really 😉)...

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“I don’t think I can lose weight” from 2023-09-11T13:00

If you have ever thought “Maybe I just can’t lose weight”, this episode is for you.

It is common for physicians to worry that they will never be successful in their weight journey. After ...

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Finding Balance: Juggling parenting, medicine&life from 2023-09-04T13:00

Are you a physician struggling to find balance between your personal life and career? Constantly swinging from doing all the things to feeling overwhelmed and burnt out?

You're not alone....

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Shifting Weight Loss Gears from 2023-08-28T13:00

Are you tired of constantly fluctuating between extreme weight loss efforts and giving up altogether? It's time for a more sustainable approach. You don't have to continue down this path that se...

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Decoding Types of Eating from 2023-08-21T13:00

Are you always snacking and questioning if you're truly hungry? Maybe you've heard about stress eating, but you're not sure if it applies to you. With all the different labels and descriptions o...

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Recovering from overworking from 2023-08-14T13:00

Sharing my birthday reflections in this episode.

If you are struggling right now.  Feeling like there is always more work and not enough time and finding that your personal goals are taki...

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Avoiding Food FOMO from 2023-08-07T13:00

Feeling left out is never easy. We've all experienced that deep ache when FOMO hits us. And when FOMO starts affecting our food choices, it becomes even harder to stick to our healthy eating goa...

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Traveling Hacks from 2023-07-31T13:00

Traveling and going on vacation can throw a major wrench in your weight loss journey. Suddenly, you're faced with unfamiliar routines and food options that can derail your progress. It's like al...

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3 Core Values to Transform Your Physician Weight Loss Journey from 2023-07-24T13:00

Traditional diet culture has it all wrong. It's time to break free from its faulty values like celebrating restriction and quick fixes.

Let's be real, diets just feel gross 🤢

But ...

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Reclaiming Portion Control from 2023-07-17T13:00

Discover the keys to managing portion sizes without feeling deprived or restricted. 

Say goodbye to the struggle of reducing your portions and hello to a more sustainable approach.

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Navigating a World of Tempting Food from 2023-07-10T11:56:39

Is banishing tempting foods from your life an effective weight loss strategy?

It can be a useful tool but has significant faults.  

A more sustainable solution is to limit your exp...

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When you have zero time for yourself from 2023-07-03T13:00

Life as a physician can be a never-ending cycle of tasks, leaving you feeling like you're constantly running and never catching up. 

Finding time for yourself may seem impossible, even th...

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Handling other people's comments from 2023-06-26T13:02:59

Regardless of where you are in your weight journey, you can pretty much assume you will have to deal with comments about your eating, your weight or your appearance.

Learning how to navig...

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Finding Your Way out of Shame from 2023-06-19T13:00

Shame is a tricky emotion that often goes unseen, seeping into every aspect of your life. 

Maybe it feels like a necessary truth-teller, but it often leads to feelings of worthlessness an...

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Amplify Your Strengths in Your Weight Journey from 2023-06-12T13:00

Physicians, Imagine waking up every morning focussing on the things that are going really well in your weight loss rather than keeping a running inventory of every place you’ve messed ...

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Top 3 Reasons it is Hard to Lose Weight As A Physician (and what to do about them) from 2023-06-05T12:01:10

Let's ditch the belief that being a doctor automatically means you can easily shed pounds. This damaging notion is all too common in the medical community.

Our training teaches us valuabl...

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How to Approach a Big Goal from 2023-05-29T13:00

Do you have a big goal that's overwhelming you with fear and doubt? I'm here to help! This week's podcast episode is all about giving you the tools you need to push past that overwhelm...

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How to Get Back To Low Carb from 2023-05-22T13:00

We all slip up sometimes. It's natural to crave unhealthy foods in today's world. 

When you have the skill of getting back to what was working, it’s no big deal at all...

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The Anti-Planning Episode from 2023-05-15T13:00

Physicians, Are you struggling with the idea of planning your food in advance? You're not alone. Between you and me..I lost most of my weight without planning my meals. And I still don't plan wh...

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You Don’t Suck At Weight Loss from 2023-05-08T13:00

Many physicians spend large parts of their life thinking that they suck at weight loss.  If you have ever thought the same, this episode is dedicated to you.

Listen to learn how reframing...

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Taking back the control from 2023-05-01T14:04:34

Are food cravings and stress eating sabotaging your weight loss goals? It's time to take back control! 

In this episode I'm sharing a 3-step process to help you start feeling in control a...

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3 Steps to take “diet” out of your weight loss from 2023-04-24T13:00

We all dread being on a diet. Nobody dreams of living her life on a diet.

So why do we keep returning to them again and again when we want to lose weight?

Because we have never bee...

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Unique Challenges of Working with Learners: Interview with Dr. Tonya Caylor from 2023-04-17T13:00

Working with learners (med students, residents and other trainees) brings its own challenges and stresses.  

Dr. Tonya Caylor joins me for this interview and is sharing practical tools th...

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Top 6 Weight Loss Skills for Physicians from 2023-04-10T13:00

There are 6 essential skills you need to learn to lose weight and keep it off without depending on a diet.

In this episode I will share the 6 skills and how to start w...

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When You Just Can’t Stop Eating from 2023-04-03T11:40:55

As doctors, we know what we “should” be eating to be healthy.

But many of us (myself included) often find ourselves eating the complete opposite.

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Learning to Trust from 2023-03-27T14:20:44

There is an epidemic of physicians trying to lose weight while completely not trusting themselves to do so.

It just doesn’t work that way.

In this episode, I will teach you why STA...

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Hope for Binge Eating from 2023-03-20T11:59:08

If you are a physician who sometimes binge eats, this episode is for you. 

Many physicians suffer in silence with binge eating.  And the emotional toll is huge.

Listen in as I walk...

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Creating Safety in Your Weight Loss from 2023-03-13T15:42:17

Want to make lasting changes in your lifestyle but struggling to make it stick? 

Start by creating a sense of safety for yourself, by listening to this episode! 

Learning how to cr...

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Adapting Your Weight Journey Over Time from 2023-03-06T14:00

Weight loss is not a one-size-fits all journey. As time passes, our bodies evolve and require different approaches to stay healthy. 

Unfortunately we’re often taught t...

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Playing the “What If???” Game from 2023-02-27T13:38:57

Picture your goal.  You know… the one that makes your IBS flare up a little when you think of it… 😆

And then notice what comes rushing in behind it.

Listen for the voice whisperin...

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Why F@#king up is a good thing from 2023-02-20T14:00

It can feel scary to F@#k up in your weight loss.

And as physicians, we are trained to avoid mistakes at all costs.

But when it comes to personal grow...

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The Un-Episode from 2023-02-13T14:00

This week I am sharing a quick message to let you know that I’m still here but I took a minute to step back and say ‘no’ to myself this week to avoid the overwhelm and the stress.

Listen ...

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How to Follow Through Better from 2023-02-06T12:58:06

Reaching your goals doesn’t happen by making plans.

Goals are achieved or forgotten based on how well you can follow through on your plans.

And let’s face it, in the midst of busy ...

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Create An Amazing 2023 Part 4: Interview with Dr. Sarah Smith, Dr. Ali Novitsky and Dr. Jessie Mahoney from 2023-01-30T14:00

Learn how to create an amazing 2023 from top physician coaches! In this 4 part series, I am sitting down with some of the best physician coaches to chat about how they approach the new year.

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Creating an Amazing 2023 Part 3: Interview With Dr. Sonia Wright and Dr. Nora Vasquez from 2023-01-23T14:00

Learn how to create an amazing 2023 from top physician coaches! In this 4 part series, I am sitting down with some of the best physician coaches to chat about how...

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Creating an Amazing 2023 Part 2: Interview With Dr. Sunny Smith and Dr. Kristi Angevine from 2023-01-16T14:00

Learn how to create an amazing 2023 from top physician coaches! In this 4 part series, I am sitting down with some of the best physician coaches to chat about how they approach the new year.

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Creating an Amazing 2023 Part 1: Interview With Dr. Faryal Michaud and Dr. Latifat Akintade from 2023-01-09T14:00

Learn how to create an amazing 2023 from top physician coaches! In this 4 part series, I am sitting down with some of the best physician coaches to chat about how they approach the new year.

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Navigating New Year’s Weight Pitfalls from 2023-01-02T14:00

Around this time of the year, your inbox and social media feeds will be exploding with weight loss information.

Before you start setting weight loss goals for the new year, listen to this...

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Wrapping Up Your 2022 To Reach Your 2023 Goals from 2022-12-26T14:00

The stories you tell yourself about how the year went MATTER.

It can feel like you are just reporting the news when you tell yourself about the times you messed up and the goals you haven...

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2 Questions to Stop Asking Yourself from 2022-12-19T17:22:34

One of the biggest ways you may be slowing your progress without knowing it is in the questions you ask yourself.

In this episode, I am sharing the 2 most common, sabotaging questions I h...

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3 Tools for On Call Eating from 2022-12-12T12:55:56

Being on call is one of the biggest challenges for physicians when it comes to losing weight.

As I recently started obstetrics call again, I am sharing my top 3 tools so being on call doe...

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Managing Unexpected Events from 2022-12-07T16:26:08

Sometimes life throws you some curveballs. It is common for these stresses and changes to trigger old eating habits.

Listen to this episode to hear how I am handling some unexpected chang...

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Creating a Doable Holiday Plan from 2022-12-05T14:00

Want to navigate the holidays without gaining weight and still enjoying yourself? It is possible!

Listen to this episode and learn how to create a doable holiday plan.

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Practical Money Tips: Interview with Dr. Latifat Akintade from 2022-11-21T14:00

Raise your hand if you learned that physicians are notorious for being “bad at money” 🙋‍♀️

The reality is, money doesn’t have to be hard. Physicians don’t have to feel insecure about nav...

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Creating Time from 2022-11-14T14:00

As we head into the holidays as physicians, our already tight schedules get more cramped.

We have to cover for our colleague's vacation, hustle to get work caught up so we can take vacati...

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Guaranteeing Your Own Results from 2022-10-31T13:00

Did you know that you can guarantee your own results? Even in weight loss.

Let that sink in a bit… because it isn’t what we have been taught.

In this episode, I will walk you throu...

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Effective Physician Burnout Interventions: Interview with Dr. Tyra Fainstad and Dr. Adrienne Mann from 2022-10-24T13:00

As a physician, there is a very good chance you will be impacted by burnout at some point in your career.

Many of us will experience burnout multiple times.

Which is why it is such...

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When You Are Tired of Always Needing To Think About Your Weight from 2022-10-17T13:00

Why do I always have to think about what I eat…

Why can’t I just eat like everyone else…

Have you ever had any of these thoughts?

It can feel hard to always need to focus on...

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When You Miss A Goal from 2022-10-11T12:51:12

Do you have a goal that you keep missing? Or that you feel so scared about missing, that you may not even try to reach it?

If this is some...

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Practical Tips for Eating Low Carb As A Doctor from 2022-10-03T15:47:56

I felt lost without bread the first time I tried eating lower carb. It felt so uncomfortable to not eat something that had been such an essential part of my daily food.

Flash forward quit...

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Managing Post-Pandemic Burnout: Interview with Dr. Weissman from 2022-09-26T13:00

So many physicians I have been talking to are feeling burnt out and crispy around the edges.

Living through a pandemic is hard.

Working in a system that is under significant strain...

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Your Questions Answered from 2022-09-19T13:00

Listen to this episode to get answers to common questions like:

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Craving Spontaneity in Your Weight Loss? from 2022-09-12T13:00

Do you ever catch yourself struggling against the restraints of your weight loss plan, wishing for just a little bit of spontaneity?

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Changing Habits: Interview with Dr. Kristi Angevine from 2022-09-05T13:00

What is your most challenging habit?

Maybe it’s the evening snack after the kids are in bed…
Or a glass of wine to relax after work…
Or grabbing a snack at 3pm when you are fa...

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Advice from 200 Episodes from 2022-08-29T13:00

Celebrating my 200th Episode!!

This is a very special episode - be sure to listen.

I’m sharing the advice I wish I had when I was struggling with my weight.

Think of this as...

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Empowered Food Decisions from 2022-08-22T13:00

Have you ever had one of those days where you just don’t know what to eat?

Where your brain is having a constant tug of war over whether to eat the “good” food or the “bad” food? It’s tot...

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How to Say Yes to Food from 2022-08-15T13:00

How you say “Yes” to food matters.  There is a skill to do it in a way that makes your food enjoyable AND helps you reach your goals.

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You Are Not Broken: Interview with Dr. Kelly Casperson from 2022-08-08T13:00

Join me this week in an interview with Dr. Kelly Casperson, urologist and author of “You Are Not Broken: Stop Should-ing All Over Your Sex Life”

We are talking about the common myths and ...

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A Million Chances from 2022-08-02T16:54:41

Weight Loss is not a 1 shot deal.  And yet, it is really common to feel like you have to get it right the first time.

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Turning Diet Culture on Its Head from 2022-07-27T13:04:06

Diet culture is deeply embedded in all of us.  We were all raised with weight loss tools that simply aren’t sustainable.

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Courage to Believe from 2022-07-18T13:00

What is the #1 thing that determines if you hit your goals? Belief. Hands down.

“Just believe in your goals”…As simple as it sounds, it doesn’t always feel simple.

Sometimes believ...

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When it Feels Like Everything Needs to Change from 2022-07-11T13:05:58

Do you ever spend time thinking about everything that you want to change in your life, and just not know where to start?

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Powering Up Your Weight Loss with Play : Interview with Dr. Kristin Yates from 2022-07-04T13:00

How often do you do things purely for fun?

Consider this episode your prescription for play. Dr. Kristin Yates is sharing the science & importance of fun and play.

We all need more...

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One Question to Ask Yourself Every Day from 2022-06-27T11:42:15

Did you know that one question can change your whole day?

Efficient. Ef...

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Weight Loss Step By Step from 2022-06-20T20:47:21

Have you ever wondered what it takes to lose weight and keep it off? It’s simpler than you may think.

In this episode, I am sharing my step by step process for weight loss. This is how I ...

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Weight Loss is Not High Stakes Poker from 2022-06-13T13:00

Ever feel like you are entering into a high stakes poker game when you start trying to lose weight??  Like you are gambling with failure and the only way through ...

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Our Implicit Negative Bias&Weight Loss from 2022-06-06T17:50:31

Don’t believe any story your brain wants to tell you about your weight loss.  It is completely biased!

It’s true! Ou...

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10 Beliefs Slowing Your Journey [Throwback] from 2022-05-25T19:47:42

What you believe is EVERYTHING in weight loss.  When you start trying to lose weight with the same old limiting beliefs, it is like pulling a wagon full of bricks...

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You Deserve to Thrive from 2022-05-16T13:00

This episode is your invitation to start to thrive in your weight loss and your life.

Learn:

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The Experience of Making Food Decisions from 2022-05-09T12:50:01

Ever have the tug of war sensation in your brain when you are deciding what to eat? 

“I really want to eat this, but...

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Finding Your Hidden Limiting Beliefs from 2022-05-02T13:00

Did you know that small limiting beliefs are holding you back from your goals?  The challenge is that they aren’t obvious.

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Stop Holding Yourself Back from 2022-04-25T13:00

Where are you holding yourself back? In your weight loss? In your life?

As women physicians, we have achieved a lot ...

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Overcoming Common Challenges: Interview with Dr. Matthea Rentea and Keri Williams from 2022-04-18T16:11:15

Learn expert tips on how to overcome the most common challenges in managing emotional eating with this episode.

 

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How Scarcity Impacts Your Weight Loss from 2022-04-11T13:00

Did you know that a simple thought (that sounds so true) like “I don’t have enough time” can be slowing your weight loss journey?

Listen to this episode to learn how scarcity thin...

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Being Nice to Yourself: Why it is Worthwhile from 2022-04-04T13:00

On a scale of 1-10, how positive is your “Self talk”?  If you scored yourself anything less than a 10, this episode is for you. 

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Getting Started (or Restarted) on Your Weight Loss from 2022-03-28T13:00

Wondering how to start losing weight?  Or feeling dread at the idea of having to “restart” your weight loss process?

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Stay on Time in Your Office: Interview with Dr. Sarah Smith from 2022-03-21T13:00

Does getting home on time with your notes done feel like a pipe dream? If so - you need to listen to this interview!

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Possibility in Your Weight Loss from 2022-03-14T13:00

How much time do you spend thinking about what is possible in your weightloss journey?  If you are like many physicians, you might spend more time worrying about ...

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Finding Work Life Balance from 2022-03-07T14:00

As physicians we talk a lot about work-life balance.  It sounds really lovely, doesn’t it?

But how do you actually a...

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Belief and Trust- Your Most Powerful Tools from 2022-02-28T14:00

If I could grant all of you one magical skill in reaching your weight loss goals, it would be belief.  Next in line would be the ability to trust yourself....

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Bored with your food? from 2022-02-21T14:00

How often have you felt bored with the healthy food you are trying to eat?

Learn how to accept and manage food bored...

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How to Love Low Carb Eating from 2022-02-14T14:00

Love is in the air… it’s Feb 14th… now imagine if you LOVED the food you ate to lose weight?

No more tolerating your...

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How to Build a Good Foundation for Weight Loss from 2022-02-07T14:00

If you have ever wondered why diets haven’t helped you lose weight for good, the answers are in this episode.

Diets-...

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Honouring Your Weight Loss Wisdom from 2022-01-31T11:00

If you feel you have failed a lot at weight loss, then you need to listen to this episode.

Every time you have tried to lose weight - no matter what happened - you have built wisdom about...

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Creating An Amazing 2022 Series 3: Interview with Dr. Sunny Smith and Dr. Sonia Wright from 2022-01-24T14:00

An amazing 2022 is within your reach! Introducing the Creating an Amazing 2022 Series.  Join me as I sit down and pick the brains of some of the best physician co...

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Creating An Amazing 2022 Series 2: Interview with Dr. Ali Novitsky and Dr. Krista Olson from 2022-01-17T14:00

An amazing 2022 is within your reach! Introducing the Creating an Amazing 2022 Series.  Join me as I sit down and pick the brains of some of the best physician co...

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Creating an Amazing 2022 Series 1: Interview with Dr. Sarah Smith and Dr. Jessie Mahoney from 2022-01-10T14:00

An amazing 2022 is within your reach! Introducing the Creating an Amazing 2022 Series.  Join me as I sit down and pick the brains of some of the best physician co...

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Creating an Amazing New Year from 2022-01-03T14:00

Let’s ditch the old concept of resolutions and make plans for the new year that make your life better, not harder.

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Your Hero Story of 2021: Why You Need One from 2021-12-27T11:00

What story are you telling yourself about your weight loss this past year? For many of you, it will be a highlight reel of everything that you feel you did wrong ...

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Abundance through the Holidays from 2021-12-20T14:00

Want to get through the rest of the holiday season, focussed on your goals without feeling restricted?

Feeling restr...

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Troubleshooting Food Journals from 2021-12-13T14:00

Food Journals.  Planning your food.  What feelings come up for you when you read those words?

If you are filled with...

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Deciding on Your Goal Weight: An Interview with Dr. Sylvia Gonsahn-Bollie from 2021-12-06T11:51:17

Have you ever wondered what your right goal weight is?  Then this episode is for you!

 

Dr. Sylvia Gonsahn-Bo...

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The Weight Loss Skills No One Talks About from 2021-11-29T14:00

How do you lose weight... Just stick to your diet and throw in some regular exercise, right? Sounds simple, so why does it feel so hard?

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Finding Time to Lose Weight- Real Life Tips from 2021-11-22T12:16:33

Do you find it hard to find 5 minutes to yourself in your days, let alone focus on losing weight?

I get it.  And I’v...

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Get a Handle on Weight Regain from 2021-11-15T14:00

When was the last time you regained some weight and struggled to get back on track? Does weight regain make you feel out of control and like you can’t manage it? ...

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How to Manage Kids&Weight: An Interview with Dr. Wendy Schofer from 2021-11-08T14:00

This week on the podcast I am joined by Dr. Wendy Schofer. Dr. Schofer is a certified life & health coach and pediatrician...

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Weight Related Shame from 2021-11-01T13:00

Do you find yourself feeling ashamed of your weight? What impact does that shame have on your life? And what would your life be like if you could learn to let go ...

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Getting Back on Track from 2021-10-25T13:00

Feeling off track with your eating? It can feel like such a giant job to get back on track.

In this episode, I am sh...

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Burnout, Depression, and Your Weight from 2021-10-18T23:01:02

Feeling burnt out? Dealing with a low mood? You are not alone.

Burnout and low mood can impact your healthy eating a...

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Kickstart Series: Q&A from 2021-10-11T19:59:59

It is possible to lose weight and do it in a way that is enjoyable. 

 

In this final episode of the Weight Lo...

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Kickstart Series: What are the Next Steps? from 2021-10-04T13:00

Do you know how you would handle missteps that you find along the way to weight loss?
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Kickstart Series: How do you Measure Your Progress? from 2021-09-27T13:00

How do you measure your progress in weight loss? The scale is a one dimensional measure of progress, and yet your brain values the scale above al...

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Kickstart Series: How do you Know What to Eat? from 2021-09-20T12:00

Stop beating yourself up for not fitting into someone else’s ideal. You’ve probably been taught a whole lot of stuff about how you need to eat in...

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Kickstart Series: Q&A Period from 2021-09-15T12:03:05

If you’ve been thinking about joining Stress Eating SOS but feeling unsure or still have questions? Listen to the replay of the recent live Q&A session where othe...

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Kickstart Series: Weight Loss is About More than Just the Food from 2021-09-13T10:32:25

Weight loss is about more than just the food. Your mind, and how you approach losing weight, is the biggest thing that will influence how it feel...

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What is the Kickstart Approach? from 2021-09-08T22:20:35

The Kickstart Series is a series of podcast episodes jam packed with information to help you sort out your eating and sort out your weight in the most compassiona...

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How to Step Off the Diet Rollercoaster from 2021-09-06T12:03:22

Up and down. On and off.  We’ve all been there in our weight loss journey. The swings of riding the diet rollercoaster are exhausting.  But what if you didn’t hav...

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Reverse Engineering Weight Loss from 2021-08-30T11:24:40

Stop strong-arming yourself into following restrictive diets you don’t like.  The path to lasting weight loss is designing a customized approach that you actually...

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How to Start Losing Weight from 2021-08-23T14:00

If you have ever wondered how to start losing weight or how to get back to losing weight, this episode is for you.  I am talking about the most common mistakes we...

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You Aren’t Failing (Even if you think you are) from 2021-08-16T14:00

How many times have you felt like you are failing at weight loss?

We’ve all been there. But, what if the belief that...

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How Filling Your Bucket Helps You Lose Weight from 2021-08-09T14:00

As a physician, you may feel like it is hard to find time for self care.  Your days may be packed with caring for other people and no time left over for you. Listen

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Maximizing Your Genetic Potential: Interview with Dr. Ali Novitsky from 2021-08-02T14:00

This week on the podcast, I am excited to welcome Dr. Ali Novitsky to the show.  In this episode, we talk about using exercise to optimize your genetic potential,...

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How to Lose Weight on Vacation from 2021-07-28T00:50:35

If you look forward to vacation but dread what it might do to your weight loss, this episode is for you.  I am talking all things vacation and weight loss. Plus, ...

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Why is it Hard to Lose Weight as a Doctor? from 2021-07-19T14:00

Have you ever wondered why as a physician it can feel so hard to lose weight?  There are good reasons and I am covering them in this episode.  I’ll also teach you...

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Shifting Focus on Self Sabotage from 2021-07-12T14:00

Self Sabotage gets talked about a lot in weight loss.  But the mistake people make is thinking that the sabotage happens with the eating. Listen to this episode t...

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How to Say Yes to Your Weight Loss from 2021-07-05T14:00

It is common for physicians I work with to worry about being “too permissive” with their food choices. 

 

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Dealing with Chronic Health Conditions: Interview with Dr. Sunny Smith and Dr. Sara Dill from 2021-06-28T14:00

As physicians, we are humans in human bodies and are prone to developing medical illness or chronic conditions just like anyone else. 

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How to Overcome Resistance from 2021-06-21T14:00

How often have you decided to make a change but then find it so hard to actually follow through?  Encountering resistance in habit change and weight loss is very ...

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Transforming Weight Loss Beliefs to Bring Ease to Your Weight Loss Journey from 2021-06-14T15:50:05

In this episode I am talking about digging up old beliefs. Old thoughts or ha...

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An Interview with Dr. Sylvia Tara from 2021-06-07T11:00

Joining me in this week’s episode is Dr. Sylvia Tara, author of “The Secret L...

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The Good Food / Bad Food Trap from 2021-05-31T11:00

What if there was no right way to eat? 

What if you were the best person to decide how you eat? 

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What’s Choice Got To Do With It? from 2021-05-24T11:00

Ever feel like you have no choice about what it takes to lose weight? What would happen if you took back your choice? 

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Radical Self-Acceptance from 2021-05-17T11:00

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Plateaus Got You Stuck? from 2021-05-10T11:00

This week’s episode is all about plateaus, and how we allow plateaus to impact our results. Do you ever feel like your weight loss is not happening ...

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Food Entitlement from 2021-04-26T11:00

What are the beliefs you hold about what you “should” be able to eat or not eat?...

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Eating When Hungry: Pitfalls and Tools from 2021-04-19T11:00

Eat when hungry and stop when satisfied. Sounds simple, right? But how do you ac...

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Course Correcting Your Weight Loss Journey from 2021-04-12T11:00

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Bonus Episode from 2021-04-09T14:19:44

Stress Eating SOS is a physician only program that is focused on helping physicians who struggle from stress or binge-eating find freedom.  Stress Eating SOS is currently open for enrollment, bu...

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Stress Eating&the Pandemic 1 Year Later from 2021-04-05T11:00

The pandemic has impacted stress eating for many physicians. In this episode, I ...

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Binge Eating From A Physician Perspective from 2021-03-29T11:00

Binge-eating is the habit that doesn’t get talked about. My guests this week are...

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Relationship Stress: Interview with Dr. Jessie Mahoney from 2021-03-22T11:00

Have you ever caught yourself thinking about your significant other… “Why do the...

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Journey Back to You from 2021-03-15T11:00

If you feel like the fun and enjoyment is mi...

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What Happens When the Food Goes Away? from 2021-03-08T12:00

What happens when the food goes away? What is left behind? Understanding what dr...

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Sugar Free: Interview with Karen Thomson from 2021-03-01T15:00

Questions about sugar addiction? Then be sur...

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Other People's Food from 2021-02-22T15:00

Surprise! Why is it that when you are trying...

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You Are Not Broken from 2021-02-15T15:00

Have you ever felt like something is wrong with you and your approach to food or how your body handles weight? I understand.  This episode will teach you why you are not broken and how to shift ...

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Simply Begin Again from 2021-02-08T12:35:42

Has February brought feelings of defeat about your new years resolutions? In this episode I will teach you how to let go of all the drama and simply begin again. It can be that simple with the r...

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Managing Burnout: Interview with Dr. Ana Blake from 2021-02-01T15:00

For today’s very important episode, I am joined by Dr. Ana Blake. Ana is a family physician in rural Canada and a life coach with Anti-Fragile Female M.D, specializing in physician burnout, perf...

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Living in Possibility from 2021-01-25T15:00

What if everything was possible?  What if when a challenge came up, it was simple for you to see all the possibilities to manage it.  Now picture applying that to your weight loss journey… Liste...

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The Hidden Toll of People Pleasing from 2021-01-18T15:00

Let’s talk about people pleasing. It can be tricky to notice and yet is an underlying driver for a lot of eating. Plus it is done at the expense of yourself.  Learn how to manage this and put yo...

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Interview with Gary Taubes: Low Carb Eating from 2021-01-11T12:04:12

In today’s episode, I’m welcoming Gary Taubes, award winning journalist, author of multiple books and well known speaker on the science of low carb eating.  Gary has a brand new book called “The...

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Create Your Story of 2020 from 2021-01-04T15:00

2020 came in like a whirlwind and is officially behind us.  But what legacy will it leave?

In this week’s episode I am walking you through a process of creating your story of 2020. Choosi...

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What Gifts are you Giving Yourself? from 2020-12-28T12:21:05

Giving yourself gifts that make your life better, help you feel happier and more engaged are win-win.  And the best part, these are gifts that reside within you already. In this episode, I will ...

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How to Own Your Power from 2020-12-21T15:00

You have power to create change in your life.  You can create anything you want and reach any goal but first you need to own your power to do so.

We have been taught that we don’t have po...

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You are not alone: Stress Eating Experiences of 3 Physicians from 2020-12-14T15:00

This week I have a very special episode to share with you. I am happy to welcome Lisa, Ericka and Jena on to the podcast to share their journeys. Listen to their stories and know that these are ...

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Holiday Success in the COVID Era from 2020-12-07T15:00

The holidays look a little different this year, but as always, they still hold a lot of stress for some people and can trigger a lot of eating. On this week’s episode, I’m showing you how to nav...

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A Weight Loss Approach: Interview with Dr. Toomer from 2020-11-30T12:00:46

I am speaking with Dr. Catherine Harmon Toomer to cover her unique approach to weight loss. Diagnosing your health is not as simple as looking at one indicator. Finding the root of her issues wa...

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Falling in Love with Weight Loss from 2020-11-23T15:00

How much easier would it be to reach your goals if the journey was one that you enjoyed and were excited about? On this week’s episode I will show you how to lose weight while being 100% in love...

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Missing Gratitude from 2020-11-16T15:00

On today’s show I want to talk with you about how reclaiming missed areas of gratitude can change your weight loss journey. Ask yourself this question: how can you be happy when you reach your g...

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Preplanning Magic from 2020-11-09T15:00

Today I am discussing the importance of planning our decisions in advance, and why so many of us tend to avoid it. I know that the idea of having more of your life planned out can feel like it z...

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Fitting in Self Care: Interview with Dr. Shri Noel from 2020-11-02T15:00

I am speaking with Dr. Shri Noel to cover all things self-care in this episode. Dr. Shri O. Noel is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician. She is also the founder of Step by Step Wellnes...

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Goal Setting and Resistance from 2020-10-26T14:00

What would it be like to feel 100% certainty in your goals? I’m going to teach you some simple tools to create sustainable, lasting results in this episode. Know that whenever you set yourself a...

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How to Tame the Scale from 2020-10-19T14:00

On today’s show we are talking about how to tame the scale. I’m going to teach you how to use the scale so it works for you and not against you. The scale has played many different roles in my o...

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Best Weight Loss Tips from 100 Episodes from 2020-10-12T20:36:10

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Importance of Metabolic Health: Interview with Dr. Brian Lenzkes from 2020-10-05T15:08:22

I am joined by Dr. Brian Lenzkes; one of the hosts of the Low Carb MD podcast and has recently started his new practice focused on medical weight loss and metabolic health.

Brian looks at...

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What Medical School Did Not Teach About Weight Loss from 2020-09-28T14:00

On this week’s podcast, I am discussing what medical school didn’t teach about weight loss. As physicians, we feel we should know how to manage weight - we’ve bee...

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Why Diets Aren’t the (Full) Answer from 2020-09-21T14:00

Youve tried the diets but something was missing. This episode we ...

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Never a Perfect Time from 2020-09-14T14:00

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Managing Parenting Stress: Interview with Dr. Jessie Mahoney from 2020-09-07T14:00

Stress from parenting is one of the biggest drivers to eat for many of my clients. There is something about those little humans that ca...

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Managing Weight Regain from 2020-08-31T14:00

What baggage are you carrying from previous weight loss and weight regain? This baggage can slow you down and trip you up.  Learn how t...

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Stop Trying, Start Reaching Goals from 2020-08-24T16:00

How long have you been trying to lose weight? What if one of the simplest ways to get to your goals was to stop trying? Listen to this...

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Mindful Eating with Dr. Ni Cheng Liang from 2020-08-17T14:21:02

Mindful eating is an approach that allows you to enjoy your food more while being less likely to overeat. Dr. Ni Cheng Liang is joining...

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Struggling? Listen to my personal tips from 2020-08-10T14:00

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What if Weight Loss wasn’t Hard? from 2020-08-03T14:00

What if weight loss wasn’t hard? What if you didn’t have to struggle.  What if losing weight was as simple as not losing weight? In this episode, I will show you ...

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Understanding Binge Eating from 2020-07-27T14:00

Binge eating is a common issue and binge eating disorder is the most common eating disorder.  It is also one of the least talked about issues in weight loss.  In ...

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Diagnosing Food Addiction: Interview with Dr. Vera Tarman from 2020-07-20T15:03:20

Food addiction is an important topic to understand and one that many people identify with. In this episode I am happy to welcome back Dr. Vera Tarman to discuss f...

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How to lose weight in the summer from 2020-07-13T14:00

Summer poses its own challenges for weight loss.  In this episode I will guide you through my top tips for having a fantastic summer while losing weight. Listen

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Managing the Domino Effect of Thoughts from 2020-07-06T14:00

Thoughts are like dominos. They can either be working in a cascade that makes your weight loss harder or you can intentionally use them in a way that makes your w...

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Accepting Your Way to Weight Loss from 2020-06-29T14:00

Stop arguing against reality in your weight loss efforts and choose acceptance.  In this episode, I will show you why arguing against reality creates more struggl...

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The Gifts You Give Yourself from 2020-06-22T14:00

The decisions we make right now can be gifts for ourselves in the future and make the weight loss journey easier. Learn to harness the power of this way of making...

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Sexuality at Any Size from 2020-06-15T14:00

Sexuality is an important part of the human experience. And yet, when you are dealing with weight issues, it can be really easy to set it to the side. 

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The Importance of Self Trust from 2020-06-08T16:00

There are probably a lot of things you trust yourself for.  But is weight loss one of them?

 

Why is it that ...

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Neutral is Powerful from 2020-06-02T18:20:46

Neutral is powerful.  In this episode, I am showing you why feeling neutral about the weight loss process and everything that is involved is the best place to be....

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How to take action from 2020-05-25T20:36:39

Learn to go from knowing what you want to do to lose weight, to actually doing it.  And doing it consistently.  That is a very important skill that takes some pra...

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Underlying Causes of Weight: Interview with Dr. Robert Cywes from 2020-05-18T14:00

Dr. Rob Cywes is joining me this week for an in-depth discussion about carb addiction and other underlying causes for weight and overeating.

 

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Transform Your Weight Loss by Understanding Your Eating from 2020-05-11T14:00

One of the biggest causes of weight regain or healthy eating struggles is stress eating.  Understanding exactly what is going on in you brain is the key to managi...

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Chronic Pain: How to Cope&Stick to Your Weight Loss Plans from 2020-05-04T14:00

How do you cope when chronic pain decides to pay you a visit? It can be such a powerful disruptor to normal life that it can easily throw your eating back into ol...

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How Priorities Can Help Your Weight Loss from 2020-04-27T14:00

What are your most important priorities in your life? Do your daily actions support those priorities? If you struggle with turning your priorities into action, th...

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Interview with Dr. Sarah Smith: How to Stop Charting at Night from 2020-04-20T14:00

Do you wish you could leave work with your notes and paperwork done? To have your evenings and weekends to yourself again? The chronic stress of always having wor...

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How to Manage Insatiable Hunger from 2020-04-13T14:00

Feeling hungry and unsatisfied by food can be a big hurdle in your weight loss journey. n this podcast episode, I’m giving you all the reasons why hunger might be...

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How to Use Mindfulness to Manage COVID Stress from 2020-04-11T16:00

Mindfulness is a powerful tool in stress management.  Learn how to apply mindfulness techniques to help cope with COVID related stress.  This week’s guests are Dr...

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How to Turn Fails into Success from 2020-04-06T14:00

Failure can really hold us back in our weight loss journey.  But it isn’t the failing itself that holds us back.  It is our thoughts about failure and what we make it mean.

 

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How to Manage Catastrophizing in COVID Era from 2020-04-04T14:00

Catastrophizing is thinking the worse case scenario.  Assuming the worst possible outcome will happen. The problem with predicting future outcomes is that it can ...

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How to Stop Sabotaging Your Weight Loss from 2020-03-30T16:00

Self sabotaging or self defeating behaviours can play a big role in weight struggles. Learning about this topic and recognizing where it is showing up in your lif...

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Dealing with Changes to Routines in COVID Era from 2020-03-28T16:00

COVID-19 has created change for everyone.  Our daily routines and schedules have been turned upside down.  This can generate stress and overwhelm. This bonus epis...

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Food Addiction in Childhood: Interview with Dr. Joan Ifland from 2020-03-25T02:41:09

Have you ever spent time wondering how our food environment may impact our children. How did the food you eat as a child impact your food cravings and weight issues later on? I think this is a v...

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Managing Fear in the Age of COVID-19 from 2020-03-21T22:00

If you are struggling with fear around COVID, then this podcast episode is for you. This is a bonus episode where I interviewed fellow physician coaches, Dr. Sunny Smith and Dr. Krystal Sodaitis...

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The Importance of Active Thought Management from 2020-03-16T13:00

Managing your thoughts in an active manner is the most powerful thing you can do for yourself. 

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Use This Tool When You Are Struggling from 2020-03-09T14:00

Do you have days where it feels like nothing is working and your weight loss efforts are doomed to fail? Don’t despair- in this episode we are talking about ...

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Top 5 Life Tips: Interview with Dr. Errin Weisman from 2020-03-02T15:00

What if you could pick the brain of a life coach to find out the best areas to focus on in your life? This episode Dr. Errin Weisman is joining me and talking about her top 5 areas that she coac...

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Don’t Suffer from Boring Food from 2020-02-24T18:48:45

If you have ever caught yourself saying that about your chosen food plan, then this week’s post and podcast episode is for you. Concerns about boring food is a big tripping hazard in your weight...

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Choosing Discomfort from 2020-02-17T15:00

Discomfort is a fact of life and yet is often a barrier to weight loss. Many of us have learned that eating can help ease different types of discomfort. And so our brains offer food as the answe...

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Anti-Obesity Medications from 2020-02-10T15:00

Have you ever wondered about weight loss medications. Do they work? Who should take them?

Today, I am interviewing Dr. Richa Mittal, Obesity Medicine Physician and Founder and Medical Dir...

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How to Face an Overwhelming Week from 2020-02-03T15:00

Do you ever have weeks that completely throw you off course in your weight loss plans? It doesn’t have to be that way. With some planning and the tips in this week’s podcast, you can face hectic...

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Avoiding the Permissive Trap from 2020-01-27T15:00

Do you fear being overly permissive with your eating? This can lead us straight to the permissive trap where we unintentionally create permissiveness.

In this week’s episode I’ll teach yo...

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Fasting 101: Interview with Megan Ramos from 2020-01-20T15:00

Questions about fasting? This week’s episode with Megan Ramos of The Fasting Method is packed full of the current evidence and tips about fasting as a tool for weight loss and metabolic health i...

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How to Make Your Goals Work for You from 2020-01-13T15:00

Today we are talking about how to set goals that truly work for you. Often we set a goal and then stop there, but the reality is to be successful in that goal, you need to take more steps. In th...

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How to Launch into 2020 from 2020-01-06T15:00

This week’s episode will teach you how to reflect back on your previous year and look forward to what you want this year. Doing this work with help launch you towards all of your goals in 2020.<...

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Self Care through Financial Learning: Interview with Dr. Bonnie Koo from 2019-12-30T15:00

Bonnie Koo, MD is a board certified dermatologist and founder of Wealthy Mom MD. She empowers women physicians to take control of their finances and create the life they want.

Finances an...

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Your Holiday Pep Talk from 2019-12-23T15:00

Never fear, your holiday pep talk is here! We are in the final stretches of December and how you approach these final days matter. Today I am giving you a pep talk to stay focussed and keep trea...

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Conquer Holiday Eating through Self Care from 2019-12-16T15:00

December can be an exhausting month. And when it gets exhausting, sticking to your food and exercise plan can feel like just too much. Enter holiday weight gain :). Make this year different by f...

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My #1 Holiday Success Tool from 2019-12-09T15:00

Weight loss over the holiday season… Impossible? Is weight gain inevitable? No necessarily. The best tool that can make the difference between weight gain and weight loss is creating a personali...

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Understanding the Yo-Yo: Interview with Dr. Alexandra Sowa, MD from 2019-12-02T15:00

Have you ever lost weight only to “find” it again? If so, it is important to know that it isn’t your fault. In this episode, Dr. Alexandra Sowa and I are reviewing the science behind why weight ...

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10 Powerful Beliefs that will Propel You Forward from 2019-11-25T15:00

Cultivating positive beliefs about your weight loss will change your whole experience and propel you forward towards your goals. Learn 10 powerful beliefs and how to start using them in your own...

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10 Sneaky Weight Loss Beliefs from 2019-11-18T15:00

Don’t let these weight loss beliefs sneak under the radar. Left alone, they can slow you down! Listen to this week’s episode to hear the 10 most common limiting beliefs and how to approach them....

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Don’t Let Other People’s Opinions Ruin Your Weight Loss from 2019-11-11T15:00

Do other peoples and comments about your weight and eating throw you into a spin? Stop them from impacting your weight loss efforts with the tips in this week’s episode. You can stay in control ...

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What stories do you tell? How to not let your internal narration trip you up! from 2019-11-04T15:00

We all have an internal narrator for our life. With these tips, you can make your internal narrator help you achieve your weight loss goals more quickly and easily.

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How Coaching Can Change Your Life: Interview with Dr. Sunny Smith from 2019-10-28T14:00

Life coaching for physicians is a fantastic tool with a building body of evidence of its effectiveness. This week’s guest, Dr. Sunny Smith and I discuss the latest research and how coaching can ...

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How to Stop Evening Overeating from 2019-10-21T14:00

Do you struggle with eating in the evening and night? This is the most common thing my clients struggle with. Evening eating can really slow down weight loss.

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How to Stop Your Internal Tug of War: Make Decisions with Ease from 2019-10-14T14:03:52

Do you ever feel pulled in two opposite directions? It is important to really look at these tug of wars and what really underlies them. When you understand the root of this process, you can star...

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Low Carb Eating and Heart Health: Interview with Dr. Bret Scher from 2019-10-07T14:00

Dr. Scher is a board certified cardiologist and lipidologist in San Diego. He is the medical director at dietdoctor.com and the host of the diet doctor podcast. This episode is filled with balan...

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Forget Perfection, Choose Consistent from 2019-09-30T14:00

If you struggle sticking to a plan, this episode is for you! To stick to a plan, you need to shift your focus from perfection to consistency. Following a plan “well enough” consistently will get...

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Gifts of Excess Weight from 2019-09-23T14:00

Having extra weight is not all negative. Having the weight and working on changing habits brings positive gifts that you may not have noticed. This week I discuss excess weight from a different ...

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Food Addiction: Interview with Dr. Joan Ifland from 2019-09-16T14:00

This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Joan Ifland. Listen in for some great thoughts and tips about the impact of food addiction in our society,

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Surviving Call from 2019-09-09T14:00

Being on call and dealing with sleep deprivation is a fact of life for many physicians. It can be a major factor in derailing your weight loss but with the right approach, you can learn to sail ...

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The Power of Weight Loss Beliefs from 2019-09-03T20:26:27

When we start a weight loss journey, we have preconceived beliefs about how it will go. In this episode, I am going to show you the power of choosing your beliefs around your weight loss. You ca...

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Journeys with Self Doubt: A Hidden Barrier from 2019-08-26T14:00

Self doubt is a sneaky emotion. It is often hidden and doesn’t sit right at the surface of our emotions. And yet, it can drive so many behaviours like overeating or eating off plan.

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Improve Your Mental Health with Food: Interview with Dr. Georgia Ede from 2019-08-19T16:00

Taking care of your mental health is an important aspect of keeping up with your busy life and managing your weight. This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Georgia Ede, MD who is a Har...

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Interview with Dr. Sasha Shillcutt: Managing Burnout from 2019-08-05T14:00

This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Sasha Shillcutt of Brave Enough about her experiences with physician burnout.  She coaches and leads a...

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Foods with Magical Powers: How to neutralize them and get on with your weight loss plans from 2019-07-29T14:00

Are there foods with magical powers in your life? These are the foods that feel impossible to resist. Or the ones that feel like your life wouldn’t be the same without them. Join me in this epis...

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Interview with Lily Nichols; Nutrition in Pregnancy and Breastfeeding from 2019-07-22T14:00

Join me this week for a chat with Lily Nichols. Lily is a dietician with an interest in prenatal nutrition and gestational diabetes. She is an author of two books, “Real Food for Pregnancy” and ...

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Positive Parenting Yourself to Weight Loss Success from 2019-07-15T14:00

Almost universally, when we make a “mistake” on our weight loss and eat something we hadn’t planned, we are really tough on ourselves. We spend a lot of time and energy beating ourselves up abou...

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Interview with Dr. Sadiya Kukaswadia from 2019-07-08T14:00

Join me this week to hear Dr. Kukaswadia’s story about how she transformed her metabolic health with a lower carb diet and developed a new passion for recipe creation on the instagram account My...

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How to Lose Weight Without Feeling Deprived from 2019-07-02T00:47:04

How often do you start a diet with great intentions but then end up feeling deprived about food you can't eat?  You are not alone.Listen

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Interview with Dr. Evelyne Bourdua-Roy MD from 2019-06-24T14:00

I happy to welcome Dr. Evelyne Bourdua-Roy to the podcast this week. Dr. Bourdua-Roy is a Family Physician and author who runs a low carb clinic for metabolic health. In this episode, we talk ab...

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When Knowing About Low Carb Isn't Enough: How to Build Consistency from 2019-06-17T14:00

Everyone talks about how great low carb eating is and how easy it is to lose weight on it. But what if you just can't get yourself to start? Or what if you start and see results but keep making ...

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Bonus: Top 3 Summer Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them from 2019-06-14T00:00:44

Summer can be one of the hardest times of the year to stay focussed on your weight loss. This bonus episode is the recording from my webinar "Top 3 Summer Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them".

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Interview with Dr. Brian Lenzkes from Low Carb MD Podcast from 2019-06-10T14:00

This week I have the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Brian Lenzkes to the show. Brian is a host on the Low Carb MD Podcast and an Internal Medicine Physician in California.Listen

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Thoughts of Enough: Stop Them from Undermining Your Efforts from 2019-06-03T14:00

What is one of the most sneaky thoughts that could be undermining your weight loss efforts? In this episode, I talk about how we subconsciously undermine ourselves and how building awareness of ...

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Get Started Running with Sarah Bowen Shea of Another Mother Runner from 2019-05-27T14:00

This week I have a special guest, Sarah Bowen Shea from the Another Mother Runner podcast.  Sarah and her business partner Dimity have been helping wo...

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The Skinny on Exercise for Weight Loss from 2019-05-20T14:00

Can exercise make up for bad eating habits? Are all those magazine articles about the latest way to lose weight correct?  What if you can't exercise, a...

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Weight Loss as You Age from 2019-05-13T14:00

This week I am excited to have Ellie Kempton of Simply Nourished Nutrition on the podcast. Ellie is a registered dietician who specializes in helping women age gracefully through nutrition and l...

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Got Questions? I have Answers! from 2019-05-06T14:00

Wondering how to stay on track with your weight loss when family keeps buying junk food? Or how to get back on track if you have been off your plan for days or even weeks? What role should exerc...

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Sugar: Friend or Foe? from 2019-04-29T14:00

Sugar. So sweet. So compelling.  Our brains like it. We like it.  So why shouldn’t we eat it? In this episo...

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How to Stop Binge Eating from 2019-04-22T14:00

Binge Eating Disorder is the most common eating disorder and is rarely talked about. It can feel so overwhelming and hard to control.  If you struggle with binge eating, then this episode is for...

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Kick Food Cravings to the Curb from 2019-04-15T14:00

Are cravings derailing your weight loss efforts? In this episode I teach you my step-by-step approach to dealing with food cravings. You can learn to manage them and this episode will teach you ...

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Interview with Carol Loffelmann and Barbra Allen Bradshaw from 2019-04-08T09:00

This week's interview is with Barbra Allen Bradshaw and Carol Loffelmann, founders of the Canadian Clinicians for Therapeutic Nutrition. They are both busy physicians who separately came to unde...

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The Power of Confident Thoughts from 2019-04-01T07:00

What type of thoughts do you have about your food choices and whether you are going to stick to your plan? Often these are passive in nature and open the door to self sabotage. Changing them to ...

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Interview with Stylist Judith Gaton from 2019-03-25T07:00

Judith Gaton of the New Glam Gal Podcast is with me today and we are talking about how to dress so you feel great. No matter where you are on your weight loss journey, she has tips for you.

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Avoiding Icebergs in Weight Loss from 2019-03-18T07:00

Don't let your weight loss ship get sunk! We tend to focus on the scale, our eating habits and activity as the main targets for losing weight. But, there are things under the water that are more...

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Eating Out Low Carb Style from 2019-03-11T07:00

Eating out is a fact of life for most people. It can also be one of the biggest stumbling blocks when you are trying to lose weight. What can you eat? How do you stay on plan? What do you order ...

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Let's Have Some Fun from 2019-03-04T08:00

Weight loss and fun? Is it even possible? Absolutely! And making the process enjoyable will make it easier and longer lasting. Listen as I review 5 tips for making weight loss more enjoyable and...

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Don't let a Bad Day Throw You Under the Bus from 2019-02-25T15:00

Bad days happen.  We can't expect ourselves to be happy and positive all the time. For many of us, avoiding negative emotions drives overeating and eating off plan.  This is a common cause of wh...

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Interview with the Low Carb Healthy Fat Dietitian, Joy Kiddie from 2019-02-18T16:00

Join me for a chance to pick the brain of a very knowledgable dietitian who uses a lower carb approach with her clients, Joy Kiddie.  She has some great points about fat intake and customizing t...

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Just Keep Dancing from 2019-02-15T20:11:25

What happens when you eat something that isn't on your plan or over eat? Does it become a slide that is hard to get off of? In this bonus episode, I go through my 5 step process for dealing with...

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Harness your thoughts for weight loss success from 2019-02-11T08:00

How do you get off the dieting rollercoaster? How can you make sure this is the last time you lose weight? Learn to pay attention to your thoughts. Make them work for you and stop letting them w...

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Plan for Success from 2019-02-04T14:00

If losing weight is your goal, some form of meal planning and prep is a must.  It can seem overwhelming to think about making healthy meals from scratch while managing a busy physician schedule ...

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Food&Sugar Addiction: Interview with Dr. Vera Tarman from 2019-01-28T13:50:34

What do you do if you just can't stop eating the food you decided you wouldn't eat? You feel sick and uncomfortable and frustrated but keep falling in to the same patterns.  Food and sugar addic...

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Staying motivated while losing weight from 2019-01-21T13:00

Do you make plans for giving up habits or changing your eating and then find it hard to follow through? Do you find you can lose a little bit of weight but then stall out and lose focus? In this...

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How to Live a Low Carb Lifestyle from 2019-01-11T00:54:06

How do you actually eat low carb? What do you eat for Breakfast? For Lunch? For Dinner? How do you eat out? 

Listen in as Dr. Miriam Berchuk and I discuss our best tips for living a low c...

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Eating for Satiety from 2019-01-09T04:22:50

What is the best way eat for weight loss while still feeling satisfied? That can be a very controversial topic! The best way for you to eat while losing weight is the one you feel satisfied on a...

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Introduction to Weight Solutions for Physicians from 2019-01-08T19:59:47

Welcome to the first episode of the Weight Solutions for Physicians podcast.  Lets get to know each other! I'll introduce myself, my personal weight history and my experience in helping people w...

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