The Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MD

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Weight Loss Plateau? What to Check Before You Blame Yourself Oct 26, 2026

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Doing everything “right” but the scale still won’t budge?

Before you slash more calories, double down on workouts, or blame yourself, let’s talk. Because there could be a lot more going on behind the scenes than you think.

In this episode, I’m breaking down why trying harder isn't always the answer. I share 3 reasons your weight loss might have stalled, and what to look at next so you can stop guessing and beating yourself up, and actually move forward.

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The Sleep Mistakes Keeping You Exhausted (and How to Fix Them) with Sleep Physician Dr. Akudo Anokwute Oct 19, 2026

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Getting eight hours of sleep but still waking up exhausted? Maybe you’ve tried magnesium, going to bed earlier, even banishing your snoring partner to the spare room (yep, that’s officially called a “sleep divorce”). And you’re still tired.

Turns out, some of your best efforts to sleep better might actually be making things worse.

In this episode, sleep physician Dr. Akudo Anokwute explains why going to bed earlier can backfire, the sleep position that could be sabotaging your rest, and the sneaky signs of sleep apnea, especially in women.

We also talk about why waking up at 3 a.m. during menopause isn’t something you just have to live with. Plus, Dr. Anokwute gives her verdict on popular sleep trends including mouth taping, magnesium, sleep scores, and more.

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EP. 168. Tired, Hungry, and Stuck? How Poor Sleep Affects Hormones, Cravings, and Weight Loss with Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown

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Are You Eating Too Fast? Here's What It's Doing to Your Fullness Oct 12, 2026

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We spend so much time talking about what to eat… protein, fiber, portions, healthy choices… that we can overlook how we’re eating.

When you’re rushing through lunch, eating over your laptop, or distracted by your phone, your body may not have time to catch up.

In this episode, we’re talking about one surprisingly simple habit that can change the whole experience: slowing down.

We’ll get into what happens when food hits your mouth, why fullness builds gradually, and how eating more slowly can help you notice that sweet spot between hungry and okay, I definitely overdid it.

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Push Through or Pivot? Making Smarter Decisions About Your Weight Loss Goals Oct 05, 2026

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Not every hard season means you should quit. But not every goal deserves endless effort either.

So how do you know when you’re in a tough stretch that’s worth pushing through… and when it might actually be time to change course?

That frustrating middle is what Seth Godin calls “the dip”: the point where progress slows, motivation wobbles, and you start wondering whether you’re doing the right thing at all.

The good news? You don’t have to rely on willpower, guilt, or endless second-guessing. In this episode, I’m sharing a simple framework for knowing when to push through, when to adjust, and when it may be time to let a goal go.

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Introducing The Next Chapter: Making Space for a Life That Supports You Oct 01, 2026

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How to Start Strength Training at Any Age with Elaine Sep 28, 2026

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Elaine is 76, works out twice a week…and still hates exercise. So why does she never want to miss a session?

In this episode, we talk about what changed when Elaine stopped chasing a certain look and started chasing strength instead. From knee replacements and lipedema to feeling stronger, steadier, and more independent, this is a refreshingly honest conversation about movement, aging, and why you don’t have to love the workout to love what it gives you.

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The $40 Billion Electrolyte Trend: Do You Actually Need Them? Sep 21, 2026

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Electrolyte packets are everywhere right now. But just because they’ve become part of the wellness uniform, does that mean they’re actually helping your body… or are you just adding a lot more sodium than you realize?

In this episode, I react to a physician’s take on the electrolyte craze and break down what’s really inside those trendy packets. We’ll look at why most people probably don’t need them every day, and how “healthy” habits can quietly stack up in ways you may not expect.

I’ll also explain when electrolytes do make sense, and why the “boring basics” like water, whole foods, movement, and managing stress still do far more heavy lifting than the latest wellness product.

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Why Your Brain Is Wired to Crave (And How to Retrain It) with Dr. Glenn Livingston Sep 14, 2026

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What if the voice telling you, “Just have one… you deserve it… start again tomorrow” isn’t really you at all?

Clinical psychologist Dr. Glenn Livingston calls it the “Food Monster”: a radically different way to understand cravings and that feeling of being hijacked by food. After nearly 20 years battling overeating himself, he realized that understanding why he ate wasn’t the same as changing the behavior.

Instead of seeing cravings as proof you’re weak or lack willpower, Glenn reframes them as a survival response. One that can be interrupted and retrained, so you can stop fighting yourself every time a craving hits.

Once you hear cravings explained this way, you won’t be able to unhear it.

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No Appetite on a GLP-1? What to Eat When Nothing Sounds Good Sep 07, 2026

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What do you do when your GLP-1 turns your appetite all the way down, and even your favorite foods get a big "meh"?

It might feel like a win at first. But if you're barely eating, your energy, strength, mood, and nutrition can start paying the price.

In this episode, we talk about how to make eating easier when hunger disappears: simple go-to foods, less decision-making, flexible meal timing, and how to make sure a low appetite doesn’t turn into under-fueling.

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