In this episode of Fat Science, Dr. Emily Cooper, Andrea Taylor and Mark Wright tackle the challenges of maintaining metabolic health during the holiday season. Dr. Cooper emphasizes the importance of keeping a regular routine to manage stress and avoid metabolic disruptions. The team shares practical advice for navigating family gatherings and enjoying the holidays without compromising your health.

Key Takeaways:

• Society's excessive focus on weight and appearance can be harmful; value shouldn't be based on physical changes.
• GLP1 medications need to be introduced gradually; skipping meals while on them can disrupt metabolism.
• Avoid contentious family discussions about weight, diet, and metabolism to prevent stress.
• Tryptophan in turkey is not the cause of post-meal drowsiness; overeating likely is.
• Stick to regular sleep and eating patterns to manage stress and maintain metabolic health.
• Extreme exercise during holidays can raise cortisol levels; maintaining a consistent routine is better.
• Family traditions and memories are important; a balanced approach to holiday eating can improve your overall experience.

Personal Stories & Practical Advice:

• Andrea discusses her family's tradition of holiday baking and her evolving relationship with food.
• Mark shares memories of Scandinavian holiday foods and the comfort he finds in holiday eating traditions.
• Dr. Cooper advises on balancing food intake and avoiding overemphasis on weight loss during holidays.

Resources:

• Connect with Dr. Emily Cooper on LinkedIn.
• Connect with Mark Wright on LinkedIn.
• Connect with Andrea Taylor on Instagram.

Fat Science is a podcast on a mission to explain where our fat really comes from and why it won’t go and stay away. We are committed to creating a world where people are empowered with accurate information about metabolism and recognize that fat isn’t a failure. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

If you have a question for Dr. Cooper, a show idea, feedback, or just want to connect, email us at info@diabesityinstitute.org.

Fat Science is supported by the non-profit Diabesity Institute which is on a mission to increase access to effective, science-based medical care for those suffering from or at risk for diabesity. https://diabesityresearchfoundation.org/

In this episode of Fat Science, hosts Dr. Emily Cooper, Andrea Taylor, and Mark Wright explore the compelling and urgent topic of COVID-19's impact on metabolic health.

COVID-19 has introduced a serious new layer of complexity because it can exacerbate existing conditions like diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular and thyroid disease.

The latest data reveal a shocking statistic—the risk of developing diabetes can increase by up to 40 percent after a COVID infection.

So what should we know about these risks, and how can scientific insight help us navigate this new terrain?

Key Discussion Points:

• Early Data and Predictions: Insights from Dr. Cooper's clinic, supported by the Diabesity Institute, which identified early links between COVID-19 and metabolic disease risk.
• Real-World Impacts: The clinic’s database comprising around 2,500 patients with more than 10 years of data, which showcases the regression of metabolic health progress post-pandemic.
• Public Health: The importance of vaccinations, continuous COVID monitoring, and preventive practices to mitigate these risks.
• Metabolic Meds: The role of medications like Metformin and Ozempic in managing complications from pre-diabetes and diabetes, particularly during COVID.

Resources:

• Connect with Dr. Emily Cooper on LinkedIn.
• Connect with Mark Wright on LinkedIn.
• Connect with Andrea Taylor on Instagram.

Fat Science is a podcast on a mission to explain where our fat really comes from and why it won’t go and stay away. In each episode, we share little-known facts and personal experiences to dispel misconceptions, reduce stigma, and instill hope.

Fat Science is committed to creating a world where people are empowered with accurate information about metabolism and recognize that fat isn’t a failure. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

If you have a question for Dr. Cooper, a show idea, feedback, or just want to connect, email us at info@diabesityinstitute.org.

In this episode of Fat Science, hosts Dr. Emily Cooper, Andrea Taylor and Mark Wright explore eating disorders, disordered eating and their profound impact on metabolic health.

Eating disorders and disordered eating are much more common than people realize, affect a significant portion of the population and contribute to serious metabolic issues. So what are eating disorders and disordered eating? How do they differ, and what are the health implications?

Listeners will gain a deep understanding of the spectrum of eating behaviors, from normal eating to clinically dangerous eating disorders.

Disordered Eating: Behaviors such as repeated dieting, calorie restriction, carb restriction, intermittent fasting, and keto diets, often accompanied by an excessive focus on body image, body shape and body size. This is prevalent in the majority of the population.

Eating Disorders: Clinically dangerous conditions like anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and ARFID, which are life-threatening and require aggressive medical intervention.

Resources:

• Connect with Dr. Emily Cooper on LinkedIn.
• Connect with Mark Wright on LinkedIn.
• Connect with Andrea Taylor on Instagram.

Fat Science is a podcast on a mission to explain where our fat really comes from and why it won’t go and stay away. In each episode, we share little-known facts and personal experiences to dispel misconceptions, reduce stigma, and instill hope.

Fat Science is committed to creating a world where people are empowered with accurate information about metabolism and recognize that fat isn’t a failure. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

If you have a question for Dr. Cooper, a show idea, feedback, or just want to connect, email us at info@diabesityinstitute.org.