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  176. Night Eating Syndrome: Why You Wake Up Starving at 2 AM (And Can't Stop Eating) 02.10.2026 20min

  Do you skip breakfast, eat carefully all day, and then find yourself wide awake at midnight raiding the kitchen? You might have Night Eating Syndrome (NES), a real, diagnosable condition that shifts your eating clock out of sync with your sleep clock. In this episode, Lisa Oldson, MD breaks down what NES actually is, how it's different from sleepwalking-related eating, how doctors diagnose it, and why it so often leads to weight gain over time. Through the story of a real patient, Andrea, who...
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  175. Metformin for Weight Loss and Longevity: What the Research Actually Shows 25.09.2026 17min

  Metformin has been a first-line diabetes medication for decades, but lately it's become known for two other things: as an off-label add-on for weight loss, and as a buzzy "longevity drug." Lisa Oldson, MD breaks down how she actually uses metformin in her practice as an adjunct for patients with prediabetes who are plateauing on GLP-1 medications, what the real weight loss data shows (and doesn't), the safety profile you should know about, and whether or not the popular longevity claims are r...
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  174. Is Food Addiction Real? The Science Behind Ultra-Processed Cravings 18.09.2026 16min

  "I'm addicted to sugar." "Once I start, I can't stop." If you've ever said something like this, you're not exaggerating, and you're not alone. In this episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson breaks down the real science behind food addiction: why it mirrors substance use disorders, why it's still missing from the DSM-5, and what the Yale Food Addiction Scale tells us. She covers the latest research connecting ultra-processed foods, brain reward pathways, and even GLP-1 medications, then walks through what e...
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  173. How to Build Confidence for Weight Loss (Even If You're Not a Natural) 11.09.2026 12min

  Do you assume that some goals, like exercise, healthy eating, or building a new habit, are reserved for people who are naturally good at them? In this episode, Lisa Oldson, MD shares a moment from a high school cross country meet that changed the way she thinks about confidence, effort, and lasting change. Drawing on research from psychologists Albert Bandura and Carol Dweck, and grit researcher Angela Duckworth, she breaks down why showing up imperfectly, again and again, builds more self-be...
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  172. Weight Loss and Body Image: Why No One Is Judging You in Photos (The Spotlight Effect Explained) 04.09.2026 14min

  If you've ever stood in the back row of a family photo, worn the same "safe" outfit to hide your body, or offered to be the photographer just so you don't have to be in the picture, this episode is for you. Lisa Oldson, MD breaks down a well documented psychology finding called the spotlight effect, research showing we all dramatically overestimate how closely other people are watching and judging us. She also digs into internalized weight stigma, and why you can know, intellectually, that th...
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  171. Non-Scale Victories: Proof Your Weight Loss Habits Are Working, Even When the Scale Won't Budge 28.08.2026 13min

  Non-scale victories prove your healthy habits are working, even when the number on the scale refuses to move. In this episode, Lisa Oldson, MD explains why the scale is almost always the last thing to change, not the first, and why relying on it alone can make you feel like you're failing even when you're succeeding. Drawing on research from Karl Weick on small wins and Teresa Amabile and Steven Kramer's work on The Progress Principle, plus a real client's list of tracked non-scale victories,...
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  170. Weight Loss Medication 101- How Doctors Decide Which GLP-1 (Or Other Medication) to Prescribe For You 21.08.2026 17min

  Not all weight loss medications are created equal, and picking the right one isn't as simple as choosing whatever's trending. In this episode, Lisa Oldson, MD walks through the framework she uses in her practice to decide which weight loss medication is right for each patient. She starts with other health conditions like sleep apnea, heart disease, diabetes, migraines, and fatty liver disease, then moves through safety considerations, cost, and how much weight loss someone actually needs. Whe...
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  169. The Top 10 Weight Loss Myths I Hear In My Practice (Part 2 of 2) 14.08.2026 11min

  Weight loss myths don't just slow you down, they can quietly sabotage the habits that actually work. In this episode, board-certified weight loss medicine specialist Lisa Oldson, MD wraps up her top 10 weight loss myths series with five more beliefs she hears often in her practice, and what the research really says about each one. In this episode, you'll learn: Why willpower and motivation aren't the missing ingredients for weight loss (and what to build instead)Why protein powder and supplem...
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  168. The Top 10 Weight Loss Myths I Hear In My Practice (Part 1 of 2) 07.08.2026 12min

  Weight loss myths are everywhere, and most of them sound completely reasonable, which is exactly why they're so hard to shake. In this episode, board-certified weight loss medicine specialist Lisa Oldson, MD busts the first five weight loss myths she hears most often in her practice, backed by real research, not diet culture folklore. In this episode, you'll learn: Why "calories in vs. calories out" is missing a huge piece of the puzzle (and what a 2019 NIH study on ultra-processed food prove...
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  167. Belonging Uncertainty: The Hidden Stress That Makes Weight Loss Harder 31.07.2026 19min

  Have you ever felt like everyone else has weight loss figured out...except you? In this episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson introduces the fascinating psychological concept of belonging uncertainty, the tendency to wonder if you truly belong when you're trying something new. Whether you've joined a gym, started a healthy eating plan, or are working to build better habits, these feelings can create unnecessary stress that makes weight loss and healthy behavior change even harder. You'll learn: What belon...
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  166. The MIND Diet- The #1 Eating Pattern for Alzheimer’s & Dementia Prevention 24.07.2026 13min

  Can what you eat actually lower your risk of dementia? In this episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson breaks down the MIND diet, the eating pattern designed specifically to protect your brain. She'll share what the research really shows about its effect on dementia and Alzheimer's risk. She'll also cover important new data on how ultra-processed foods and alcohol affect your brain health, plus why this same pattern of eating is just as helpful for weight loss as other proven healthy diets. Dr. Lisa will le...
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  165. Life Changes Are a Secret Weapon for Healthy Habits: New Job, New City, Newly Married (or Divorced), Empty Nest 17.07.2026 20min

  Did you know that major life changes, like starting college, changing jobs, moving to a new city, getting married, going through a divorce, or retiring, are actually some of the most powerful opportunities to rebuild your health habits from scratch? In this episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson breaks down the Habit Discontinuity Hypothesis, a research-backed concept that explains why our brains are uniquely open to behavior change during life transitions, and how to use that window before it closes. You'...
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  164. How to Exercise, Eat Better, and Sleep More Without Relying on Willpower 10.07.2026 20min

  If you've ever thought "I just need more motivation" or "I need more willpower," this episode is for you. The truth is, motivation is unreliable, willpower is a limited resource that runs out by the end of the day, and neither one is the foundation of lasting healthy habits. In this episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson breaks down the psychology and neuroscience of behavior change, including why action creates motivation (not the other way around), how your brain builds habits automatically through repet...
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  163. Should You Stop Eating Bread, Rice, Pasta and Potatoes to Lose Weight? Here's What the Science Says About Carbs 03.07.2026 17min

  A client recently told Dr. Lisa Oldson that a friend insisted she cut out bread, rice, pasta, and potatoes completely to lose weight. In this episode, Dr. Lisa breaks down what the research actually shows about these commonly demonized carbs, and why none of them need to be off-limits. Learn why pasta has a surprisingly low glycemic index, why brown rice can lower type 2 diabetes risk by 16%, why whole grain bread is linked to a 20% lower heart disease risk, and why potatoes may be the most s...
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  162. Fiber 101: How Fiber Affects Weight Loss, Heart Disease, Cancer Risk, and Longevity 26.06.2026 17min

  Most of us fall short on fiber, even when we consider ourselves healthy eaters, and it might be impacting us more than we realize. In this episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson breaks down what the research actually shows about fiber's role in weight loss, heart health, cancer risk, and longevity, and why food sources are better than supplements. Plus, five simple ways to start increasing your fiber today without overhauling your entire diet. Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during y...
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  161. Microplastics Are Impacting Our Hormones & Causing Weight Gain 19.06.2026 16min

  In today's episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson breaks down the science of microplastics and endocrine-disrupting chemicals, and why they may be quietly working against your weight loss efforts. From a landmark New England Journal of Medicine study linking microplastics in arterial plaque to a 4.5x higher risk of heart attack and stroke, to the growing evidence that BPA and phthalates disrupt fat cell formation, hormones, and gut health, Dr. Oldson explains what the research actually shows, and offers fi...
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  160. Why Exercise Won't Help You Lose Weight (But Is the Secret to Keeping It Off) 12.06.2026 24min

  If you've ever ground away on a treadmill and wondered why the scale won't budge, this episode is for you. Lisa Oldson, MD breaks down one of the most persistent myths in weight loss culture: that exercise is the key to getting thinner. Decades of research say otherwise, and understanding why is one of the most liberating things you can do for your relationship with movement. In this episode you'll learn why exercise triggers metabolic compensation (your body is smarter than any fitness track...
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  159. Keep It Simple: New Research Shows Why Food Repetition Is A Proven Weight Loss Strategy 05.06.2026 18min

  Could eating the same foods more often actually help you lose more weight? In this episode, Lisa Oldson, MD digs into the surprising science behind dietary simplicity, and why reducing the variety of what you eat may be one of the most underrated weight loss strategies out there. Dr. Lisa covers a brand-new 2026 study from the American Psychological Association showing that people who ate repetitive meals lost significantly more weight than those who constantly varied their food choices. She ...
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  158. PCOS Renamed PMOS: Insulin Resistance, Heart Health, Weight Loss, and What's New in Women's Metabolic Care 29.05.2026 16min

  Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), one of the most common hormonal conditions in women, just got a new, more accurate name: polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome, or PMOS. In this episode, Lisa Oldson, MD breaks down what drove this historic rename, what the new name reveals about the condition's actual impact on insulin resistance, cardiovascular risk, and weight, and what's changed in how PMOS is diagnosed. If you've ever been diagnosed with PCOS, struggled with insulin resistance...
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  157. The Day Starts the Night Before: 5 Simple Evening Habits for Weight Loss Success 22.05.2026 14min

  What if the key to a healthier tomorrow started tonight? In this episode, Lisa Oldson, MD shares a simple but powerful idea inspired by a New York Times quote: "The day starts the night before." If you've ever found yourself making impulsive food choices, skipping workouts because the day got away from you, or staying up too late scrolling your phone, this episode is for you. Dr. Lisa breaks down why preparation, not willpower, is the real driver of healthy habits, and she draws on wisdom fro...