In this episode, we're diving deep into a topic that ties into everything we discuss: metabolism. We're breaking down this often misunderstood concept and answering some of the most common questions—like, does metabolism really slow as you age? And why do some people seem to have a "faster" metabolism than others? Whether you're curious about boosting your metabolism or just want to learn more, this episode is full of tips and facts you won’t want to miss!

You’ve seen it on the news, on Tiktok, and on magazine covers. Ozempic is being credited as a magical weight loss solution, allegedly responsible for countless celebrity transformations, and everyone is talking about it. But now, people with diabetes who need the medication are having trouble getting it. What is Ozempic? How does it work? Why does it cause weight loss and is it safe to use? Today, we talk to Dr. Shauna Levy, an assistant professor at Tulane University School of Medicine and a double board certified physician in General Surgery and Obesity Medicine.

We usually think of stress as a "bad" thing, something to be avoided--but is stress actually bad for our health? How does stress affect our eating and our food choices? Why do some of us gain weight when we get stressed, while others lose weight? This week, we talk to Professor Daryl O'Connor of University of Leeds all about stress, food, and our waistlines.

We usually think of stress as a "bad" thing, something to be avoided--but is stress actually bad for our health? How does stress affect our eating and our food choices? Why do some of us gain weight when we get stressed, while others lose weight? This week, we talk to Professor Daryl O'Connor of University of Leeds all about stress, food, and our waistlines.

We usually think of stress as a "bad" thing, something to be avoided--but is stress actually bad for our health? How does stress affect our eating and our food choices? Why do some of us gain weight when we get stressed, while others lose weight? This week, we talk to Professor Daryl O'Connor of University of Leeds all about stress, food, and our waistlines.