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Motivation, Laughter and Support with Laura Coppedge 21:19

1d ago21:19

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In this episode, Laura, a previous guest on the podcast, returns to share more about her successful peer support group for those who have undergone weight loss surgery. The conversation revolves around the value of community and how it provides a sense of connection and understanding for people on their weight loss journeys. Laura's group, lovingly…

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Dementia in Focus: Risk Factors, Prevention & Global Impact, with Dr. Naaheed Mukadam 29:22

7d ago29:22

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks sits down with Dr. Naaheed Mukadam to explore her latest findings on dementia. Dr. Mukadam sheds light on her recent research, delving into the changes in incidence and prevalence of dementia globally. They discuss the most current, evidence-based risk factors associated with the disease, …

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Prep & Prosper: Meal Prep Secrets with Kristen Willard 22:44

7d ago22:44

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In this discussion about bariatric meal prep and bariatric meal plans, Kristen Willard shares valuable tips for both patients who have undergone bariatric surgery and patients who are using a non-surgical approach to weight loss. The main focus is simplicity and practicality in creating meal plans. Kristen suggests starting meal prep with the meal …

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Stories that Save: Film, Kindness & Transforming Live Kidney Donation, with David Krissman 1:14:07

15d ago1:14:07

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with filmmaker David Krissman about his groundbreaking grassroots initiative aimed at revolutionizing live kidney donations. David, a repeat guest (Episode 154) who previously discussed "The Great Social Experiment" and America's trial with universal healthcare for kidney disease, no…

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Pounds & Pills: Unpacking Antidepressant Weight Gain with Dr. Jason Block 56:24

20d ago56:24

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Jason Block about his research on weight gain caused by antidepressants. He compares weight gain across different antidepressants and explains what those taking these medications should expect. Dr. Block also discusses other medications his team is evaluating for weight gain…

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From One-Size-Fits-All to Precision Psychiatry: The 6 Biotypes for Depression, with Dr. Leonardo Tozzi 47:12

28d ago47:12

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Leonardo Tozzi about his research on identifying six unique biotypes for depression. He explains the current problem with the "one size fits all" diagnostic approach to depression, the development of personalized brain circuit scores, and how they led to the discovery of six…

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A Dose of Dilemma: Which Antidepressants Cause the Most Weight Gain? 26:23

29d ago26:23

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Can psychiatric medications really lead to dramatic weight gain? Does your socioeconomic status really determine if you’ll end up obese? And is there anything you can do about weight loss plateaus? Join us for an eye-opening episode of the Pound of Cure Weight Loss Podcast. In today’s episode, we touch on a few key topics related to weight gain and…

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Trypophobia Unveiled: Why Clusters of Holes Freak Us Out, with Dr. Geoff Cole 39:44

1M ago39:44

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Geoff Cole about his research on trypophobia, an aversion to clusters of small holes or bumps. If you’re a fan of American Horror Story, you might have come across trypophobia there. Dr. Cole delves into the details of this phenomenon, exploring what causes it, theories on i…

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Wegovy: I'm Baaaaack! 45:57

1M ago45:57

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In this episode, we unpack some fascinating insights from an NBC News article that highlights why most people stop using Wegovy after two years. Dr. Weiner shares his thoughts, explaining that a lack of access due to shortages, high costs, and insurance coverage issues are significant reasons why people discontinue these medications. The Pharmacy B…

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It Pays to be Thin 46:18

1M ago46:18

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In this episode, we tackle some hot topics and share inspiring stories. We start with a big piece of news: the CEO of Novo Nordisk being brought before a Senate committee. This is huge because Novo Nordisk is a major player in the GLP-1 medication world, and there's a lot of scrutiny on how these drugs are priced and covered by insurance. We also d…

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Happiness in a Syringe? 51:10

2M ago51:10

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In this episode of the Pound of Cure Weight Loss Podcast, we dive into the surprising mental health benefits of GLP-1 medications. We discuss recent studies that debunk the myth of increased risk of suicide and highlight the positive impact these medications have on reducing depression, curbing alcohol and binge eating disorders, and slowing the pr…

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Night Owls vs Early Birds: The Link Between Bedtime and Mental Health, with Dr. Jamie Zeitzer 49:42

2M ago49:42

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Jamie Zeitzer about his recently published research on the link between one's bedtime preference and mental health. He explains which sleep pattern correlates with better mental health and which correlates with poorer mental health. Unfortunately for night owls, he offers hy…

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Will Ozempic Make You Go Blind? 58:12

2M ago58:12

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Episode 34 of The Pound of Cure Weight Loss Podcast is titled, Will Ozempic Make You Go Blind? The title comes from our In the News segment, where we cover an article from The Hill titled, Ozempic/Wegovy May be Linked to Rare Form of Blindness. If you’re taking this medication, this is probably a very scary headline. And, of course, it’s meant to b…

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Pay to Post: Unveiling Industry Payments to Doctors on X (Twitter), with Dr. Aaron Mitchell 45:48

2M ago45:48

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Aaron Mitchell about his recent research on pharmaceutical industry payments to medical doctors for promoting specific drugs on X (formerly known as Twitter). Dr. Mitchell describes the financial relationships between pharmaceutical companies and doctors, the prevalence of t…

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Do You Have the Obesity Gene? 50:35

2M ago50:35

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Episode 33 of The Pound of Cure Weight Loss Podcast is titled, Do You Have the Obesity Gene? The title comes from our In the News segment, where we dive into an article by CNN titled, Researchers Have Found A ‘Clear Genetic Trigger for Obesity’ that Applies to Some People. According to the University of Exeter, a gene typically responsible for thyr…

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Why We Hate Keto 50:23

2M ago50:23

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Episode 32 of The Pound of Cure Weight Loss Podcast is titled, Why We Hate Keto. We cover a lot of material in this episode, including Pharmacy Benefit Managers, over-the-counter supplements for weight loss, Keto and the Lion diet, Glp-1’s, and avocado oil, just to name a few. In our In the News segment, we dive into an article from The New York Ti…

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Breaking Down Obesity: Four Phenotypes That Could Change Everything, with Dr. Andres Acosta 51:46

2M ago51:46

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Andres Acosta MD PHD about the identification of 4 phenotypes for obesity and how they can revolutionize the future of obesity treatment. In great detail, he describes the 4 obesity phenotypes (Hungry Brain, Emotional Hunger, Hungry Gut, and Slow Burn) and explains what trea…

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Fart Walks: The Gas-Powered Path to Better Health, with Dr. David Clarke 39:12

3M ago39:12

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with gastroenterologist Dr. David Clarke about the viral wellness trend of fart walking. He, an avid fart walker himself, describes the health benefits of fart walking, particularly how it can help with digestion, heart burn, bloating, and possibly even Type 2 Diabetes. He offers tip…

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Obesity Discrimination is Alive and Well, Just Ask Chris 49:36

3M ago49:36

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Episode 31 of The Pound of Cure Weight Loss Podcast is titled, Obesity Discrimination is Alive and Well, Just Ask Chris. The title comes from our In the News segment where we talk about an article from The Maine Wire that examines a lawsuit filed against Cigna claiming that obesity is a disability and Cigna’s failure to cover GLP-1 medications cons…

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Meet the Omentum: The Abdomen's Policeman, with Meg Wilkinson 53:56

3M ago53:56

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with ovarian cancer survivor Meg Wilkinson about the omentum, her cancer journey, and her advocacy group, The Omentum Project. As part of her cancer treatment, Meg had her omentum removed. Though little is known about this mysterious apron of "fat", Meg decided to explore further aft…

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GLP-1 Supplement Scams 50:06

3M ago50:06

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Episode 30 of The Pound of Cure Weight Loss Podcast is titled, GLP-1 Supplement Scams. In our In the News segment, we cover an article in Today titled, Poppi Prebiotic Soda Brand Faces Class-Action Lawsuit Over Gut Health Claims. Poppi is a brand of soda marketed as a prebiotic and this lawsuit is questioning the validity of the claim. In our Patie…

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Wegovy for the Long Run 58:12

3M ago58:12

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Episode 29 of The Pound of Cure Weight Loss Podcast is titled, Wegovy for the Long Run. The title comes from our In the News segment where we discuss an article in US News titled, More Studies Support Wegovy's Long-Term Weight-Loss Benefits. This article details the outcomes of the Select trial which showed that long-term use of Wegovy provided con…

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What is the Wim Hof Method's Impact on Mind & Body? With Omar Almahayni 54:17

3M ago54:17

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with researcher Omar Almahayni about his published systematic review on the physiological and psychological benefits of the Wim Hof Method for both healthy and non-healthy individuals. Wim Hof, known as "The Iceman," is a Dutch extreme athlete and motivational speaker famed for his e…

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How a Gastric Bypass Could Ruin Your Life 47:34

3M ago47:34

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Episode 28 of The Pound of Cure Weight Loss Podcast is titled, How a Gastric Bypass Could Ruin Your Life. The title comes from our In the News segment we cover an article in Medscape titled, Alcohol to Blame: Weight Regain After Bariatric Surgery. It should come as no surprise that alcohol consumption could lead to weight gain. What could be surpri…

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Beyond Ozempic: New Therapies for Post-Obesity Drug Weight Management, with Dr. Harith Rajagopalan 59:04

3M ago59:04

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with cardiologist, physician-scientist and CEO of Fractyl Health Dr. Harith Rajagopalan about solutions his company is developing for the problem of keeping weight off after someone stops taking the obesity/weight loss medication, such as Ozempic. Dr. Rajagopalan explains the issue o…

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Love, Loss & a Soulmate with Lewy Body Dementia, with Renowned Music Publicist, Mary Lou Falcone 57:52

3M ago57:52

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks sits down with internationally renowned music publicist Mary Lou Falcone to discuss her new book, I Didn't See It Coming. The book takes readers on an emotional journey filled with love, a dream job working with some of the world's most famous classical music stars, romance, and profound l…

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Ozempic, baby! 44:10

4M ago44:10

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Join us as we dive in on our most recent episode of the Pound of Cure Weight Loss Podcast titled, Ozempic, baby! Episode 27 kicks off with our In the News segment where we discuss an article by CNN that discusses how GLP-1’s are increasing fertility. This comes as no surprise considering we saw the same results after weight loss surgery. So why do …

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The Link between Long COVID, Growth Hormone & the Microbiome, with Dr. Randall Urban 39:19

4M ago39:19

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Randall Urban about his research on the link between Long COVID and growth hormone and how growth hormone may potentially reverse or decrease the neurological symptoms/brain fog associated with Long COVID. Dr. Urban is an endocrinologist at the University of Texas Medical Br…

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Ablation Conflation and Healthcare Inflation 50:10

4M ago50:10

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Episode 26 of the Pound of Cure Weight Loss Podcast is titled, Ablation Conflation and Healthcare Inflation. The title comes from our In the news segment where we discuss an article from Forbes about a new bariatric procedure called Gastric Mucosal Ablation. This procedure uses a laser to burn the Fundus Mucosa. Does it work? And, will this procedu…

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From 369.5 to 19,341: Lynsey’s journey to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro 45:12

4M ago45:12

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Episode 25 of The Pound of Cure Weight Loss podcast is titled, From 369.5 to 19,341: Lynsey’s journey to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro. The title comes from our Patient Story where we talk to Lynsey who came to us at 369.5 pounds. She lost a ton of weight after her gastric bypass but she didn’t stop there. She embraced physical activities that led h…

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How the Fasting-Mimicking Diet Reduces Biological Age and Disease Risk, with Dr. Valter Longo 1:01:13

4M ago1:01:13

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Valter Longo about his latest research on the fasting-mimicking diet (FMG) and how it has been shown in studies to reduce biological age and disease risk. In great detail, he describes the fasting-mimicking diet and its components while explaining how it was tested in clinic…

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Zepbound to Happen: More Drug Shortages 42:11

4M ago42:11

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Episode 24 of The Pound of Cure Weight Loss podcast is titled, Zepbound to happen: More Drug Shortages. The title comes from our Economics of Obesity segment where we discuss the Zepbound shortages and offer strategies that you can use to ride out the shortage. In our In the news segment, we discuss an article from the New York Times titled, The Mi…

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Big Food, Big Pharma, Big Lies 40:20

4M ago40:20

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Episode 23 of the Pound of Cure Weight Loss Podcast is titled, Big Food, Big Pharma, Big Lies. The title comes from our In the News segment where we discuss an article we found on Yahoo that talks about how big food makers like General Mills are paying social media dietitian influencers to push their products as part of the anti-diet movement. They…

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Hot Diggity Dog - Costco’s New Weight Loss Program 41:59

5M ago41:59

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Episode 22 of The Pound of Cure Weight Loss podcast is titled, Hot Diggity Dog - Costco’s New Weight Loss Program. The name comes from our In the News segment where we talk about how Costco is entering the medical weight loss space. We dive into what this means for GLP-1 access and whether or not patients benefit. In our Patient Story segment, we t…

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Understanding the Science of Nature's Mental Health Benefits, with Dr. Jay Maddock 47:22

5M ago47:22

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks converses with Dr. Jay Maddock about his research on the scientific connection between nature and mental health benefits. The discussion centers on one of his recent studies, which examined the relationship between a community's "Nature Score" and levels of anxiety, stress, and depression.…

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Sleeping Less, Ailing More: The Link Between Short Sleep, Diet and Type 2 Diabetes, with Dr. Diana Noga 44:18

5M ago44:18

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Send us a text On this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Diana Noga about her new research on the relationship between short sleep and the risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. This is especially relevant in a busy world that doesn't prioritize sleep and is already facing growing rates of Type 2 Diabetes, even in younger age groups.…

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Vial Denial and the GLP-1 Shortage 40:39

5M ago40:39

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Episode 21 of The Pound of Cure Weight Loss podcast is titled, Vial Denial and the GLP-1 Shortage. The name comes from our Economics of Obesity segment where we discuss the GLP-1 shortage and how it’s caused by the inability to procure injector pens. Canada recognized this issue a while back and allowed pharmaceutical companies to use single dose v…

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The Bark Side of Medicine: a Vaccine for Cancer in Dogs is in the Works, with Dr. Mark Mamula 52:21

5M ago52:21

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Mark Mamula about the vaccine he and his team created for cancer in dogs. In the podcast, he explains how they created the vaccine, how it works, how they are testing it in dogs, and what is currently known about how well it works. He describes the types of cancers in dogs t…

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Here Wegovy! Medicare Coverage for Heart Disease 37:43

5M ago37:43

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Episode 20 of The Pound of Cure Weight Loss podcast is titled, Here Wegovy: Medicare Coverage for Heart Disease. We called it that because of the NPR article we cover in our In the News segment which states that Medicare will now cover Wegovy for patients who are overweight and suffer from heart disease. How does this impact the future of GLP-1 med…

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Zepbound Prime 39:54

5M ago39:54

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Have you ever lifted weights and felt a surge of accomplishment that goes beyond physical strength? Uncover the transformative power of weightlifting, not just for your body, but also for your mind. Our 19th episode is a celebration of perseverance, unveiling our Weight Regain program tailored for those who've faced setbacks after bariatric surgery…

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From at least 200 Deadly Snake Bites to Using his Blood to Create Antivenom, with venom expert Tim Friede 1:00:23

6M ago1:00:23

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with venom expert Tim Friede about his twenty plus years' "unusual" journey with the world's most venomous snakes: Seeking protection from snake bites, Tim purposely injected himself with diluted venom at escalating doses until he achieved a level of hyperimmunity unknown to humans. …

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Everyone Gets Ozempic! 39:00

6M ago39:00

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In this episode, we discuss the emotional toll of weight bias, the promise of medications like Ozempic, and the urgent need for accessibility and affordability in obesity treatments. We also delve into the inspiring stories of individuals on the path to better health, including Bev, who shares her impressive weight loss and improved mobility story.…

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How to Quiet the Food Noise 46:51

6M ago46:51

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Ever wonder how to silence that incessant chatter in your brain that's always talking about food? This episode of the Pound of Cure Weight Loss podcast we delve into the role of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, bariatric surgery, and proper nutrition in quieting 'food noise.' Our guest, Josh, shares his awe-inspiring weight loss journey, shedding 16…

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Click, Click, Click. The Sound of Lower Cost Ozempic! 18:26

6M ago18:26

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Embark on a journey with us as we explore a new weight loss medication by Viking Therapeutics. We delve into a comparison between it and established drugs like Ozempic, and peek into the pipeline of potential game-changers from Pfizer, AltImmune, and Amgen. Stir up your culinary creativity with our Greek yogurt and apple protein bowl recipe, a dele…

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Unveilling the Rapid Benefits of Quitting Smoking at Any Age, with Dr. Prabhat Jha 50:38

6M ago50:38

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Send us a text On this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Prabhat Jha about his fascinating research recently published in the New England Journal of Medicine on the extent and speed at which quitting smoking reduces death rates from smoking-related illnesses. What he describes in the podcast will be encouragement for anyone, no ma…

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Why Do People Hide the Fact that They are Sick with an Infectious Disease? With Dr. Wilson Merrell 26:54

6M ago26:54

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Wilson Merrell about his recently published research on the percentage of people who hide the fact that they are sick with an infectious disease. In the podcast, he discusses who hides the fact that they are sick, when they do it, why they do it and how they do it. He explai…

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How to End Obesity Bias 45:31

6M ago45:31

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Ever wondered how the convoluted marketing strategies of Medicare Disadvantaged Plans influence our healthcare choices? Join us as we unravel the complexities of these plans, and the limitations seniors face when choosing a Medicare plan. During a riveting general surgery marathon at Tucson Medical Center, I was reminded of how our personal health …

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Under the Influence: The Rising Impact of Substance Use on Heart-Related Deaths, with Dr. Dmitry Abramov 34:00

6M ago34:00

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Send us a text On this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats wtih Dr. Dmitry Abramov about his and his team's research on the impact of substance use on heart-related deaths over time in the US. The research was recently published in the Journal of the American Heart Association. In the podcast, he explains how he did the research, what substa…

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Fentanyl's Ripple Effect: Uncovering a New Syndrome due to Prenatal Exposure, with Dr. Erica Fernandes 24:22

7M ago24:22

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Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Erica Fernandes about the identification of a new syndrome linked to fentanyl exposure while in the womb. Dr. Fernandes first discusses how a new syndrome related to developmental or genetic abnormalities is identified and then explains how they carried out their study at Ne…

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No-Zempic? No Thank You! 43:16

7M ago43:16

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Episode 14 kicks off with a Kohlrabi recipe from Dr. Weiner and continues with tales of variable reactions to GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, the conundrum of weight regain post-VSG surgery, and the intricate dance of GLP-1 dosing. Join our circle as we converse on genetic factors influencing treatment efficacy, the alternatives for the non-respond…

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