Weight Loss Tips & Insights
Evidence-based articles on GLP-1 medications, bariatric surgery, nutrition, and healthy living - by Dr. Matthew Weiner, MD.
Is this the end of Compounding?
In Episode 47 of Pound of Cure, Dr. Matthew Weiner and Zoe Schroeder, RD, discuss GLP-1 meds, ultra-processed foods, heart disease, and processed meat alternatives.
Protein Intake After Bariatric Surgery: Building Muscle with Plant-Based and Animal Protein Options
Protein Intake After Bariatric Surgery: Essential tips to build muscle with plant and animal proteins, optimizing recovery despite reduced stomach capacity.
Bariatric Surgery Success Stories: From Self-Pay Options to Skin Removal After Weight Loss
Bariatric surgery offers life-changing weight loss, better health, and lasting benefits, from reducing meds to boosting quality of life. Discover success stories and options here.
Protein or Produce for Weight Loss?
Dr. Weiner and Zoe discuss GLP-1 meds, weight loss surgery options, and sustainable obesity treatments on this Pound of Cure podcast episode.
Bariatric Surgery with a Low BMI
In this episode, BethAnn shares her transformative journey through bariatric surgery, skin removal, and self-pay options, offering insights on weight loss and self-care.
The Vegan Health Halo: How Processed Vegan Food and Vegan Junk Food Can Lead to Weight Gain
“Vegan health halo” often misleads people into believing all vegan products are healthy. Learn the truth about processed vegan food and how to make better choices.
Why Won’t Insurance Cover Weight Loss Medications? The Real Story Behind Health Care Costs and Obesity Treatment
Why won’t my insurance cover weight loss medications?” Despite their health benefits, many insurance companies are reluctant to cover effective obesity treatments like GLP-1 meds.
Gut instincts: Can an Endoscopy Fix Weight Regain After Stopping GLP-1 Meds?
In Episode 44 of the Pound of Cure podcast, Dr. Weiner and Zoe Schroeder explore GLP-1 meds, duodenal mucosa ablation, and weight regain after stopping GLP-1 treatments.
Why We Hate Keto: Why the Keto Diet Isn’t the Answer for Long-Term Weight Loss
The keto diet may offer fast weight loss, but its long-term effects on health and sustainability are questionable. Discover if it’s the right choice for you.
Bariatric Secrets: What Really Influences Weight Loss After Surgery?
In episode 43 of the Pound of Cure Podcast, Dr. Weiner and Zoe Schroeder explore Weight Loss After Surgery, Bariatric Secrets, top diets, and managing malabsorption for success.
The Caloric Needs of Bodybuilding: Can You Eat Enough After Weight Loss Surgery Without Stretching Out the Stomach?
Caloric Needs of Bodybuilding: Debunking myths about stomach stretching after weight loss surgery and how exercise supports long-term success for bodybuilders post-surgery.
10 Key Facts About the 10 to 1 Protein Ratio Rule: The Secret to Lean Protein Choices
The 10 to 1 Protein Ratio Rule helps you choose lean protein by ensuring for every 10 calories, there’s 1g of protein—key for smart, balanced post-bariatric nutrition
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