
Conquer Your Weight
Learn to understand your mind and body so you can achieve long term weight loss. For more information, please visit my website: www.sarahstombaughmd.com
Episodes
129 episodes
Episode #129: Mental Health and Emotional Eating: Exploring the Relationship Between Mental Health Disorders and Weight Management with Guest: Dr. Robyn Pashby
In this week's podcast episode, we're joined by health psychologist, Dr. Robyn Pashby, as we explore the relationship between mental health disorders and weight management. Want to learn more or work with Dr. Robyn Pashby? Visit
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Episode #128: The Truth About Microdosing GLPs
In this week's episode, we are talking about microdosing GLPs. This has been a popular topic of conversation over the last few months, and we want to make sure you get the answers you need. We'll explain what microdosing is, what are the pros a...
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Episode #127: Decoding Nutrition Labels - What to Know to Lose Weight
In this week's episode, we're talking about how to read a nutrition label. You'll learn some principles for what components should make up your diet during your weight loss journey. You'll also learn some simple tricks, like understanding the i...
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Episode #126: Which is the Best GLP Medication - Wegovy or Zepbound?
In this week's episode, we're going to talk about the GLP medications currently available on the market - Wegovy (semaglutide), Zepbound (tirzepatide), and Saxenda (liraglutide). We'll discuss the clinical trial data, so you can understand whic...
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Episode #125: Progress Not Perfection: Breaking the All or Nothing Mindset
In this week's episode, we're tackling an important mindset shift that must occur in order for us to find long term success with our weight and health goals. Our progress in both life and our weight loss journey is often not linear, but rather ...
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Episode #124: Help! My Insurance Won't Cover Zepbound Starting July 1!
In this week's episode, we are talking about the recent announcement from CVS Caremark that they will no longer be covering Zepbound starting July 1, 2025. If you're affected by this change, listen in to today's episode to understand what happe...
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Episode #123: PCOS and Weight Management: What You Need to Know
In this week's episode, we're discussing the condition PCOS - polycystic ovarian syndrome. You'll learn what it is, why it happens, and what tools you can use to help treat PCOS. If you're interested in working with Dr. S...
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Episode #122: Why Didn't My Doctor Talk to Me Sooner? The Earliest Signs of Metabolic Disease
In this week's episode, we are talking about the earliest signs of metabolic disease. We'll talk about early changes that happen with glucose, cholesterol, and liver enzymes, and what to look for on your annual labs to see if you have markers f...
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Episode #121: Why I Recommend "No Naked Carbohydrates"
In this week’s episode, we are talking about a popular concept called "no naked carbohydrates." You'll learn about the science behind why dressing up your carbohydrates with protein and/or fat can help with satiety, energy levels, and support y...
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Episode #120: Weaning off of GLP Medications like Wegovy and Zepbound
In this week’s episode, we are addressing a controversial, but common question: "How do I wean off of my GLP medication?" We'll talk about some of the data behind this question, as well as address what factors determine who may have success wea...
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Episode #119: Obesity and Liver Health with Guest: Dr. Uchenna Agbim
In this week’s episode, we are joined by guest, Dr. Uchenna Agbim, to discuss fatty liver disease. Did you know that fatty liver disease is one of the most common co-morbid conditions related to obesity and also a major cause of liver failure a...
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Episode #118: How Functional Medicine Can Improve Your Health and Weight with Guest: Dr. Ruth Odoi
In this week’s episode, we are joined by guest, internal medicine and functional medicine physician, Dr. Ruth Odoi, to learn about functional medicine. Over the last few years, functional medicine has gained more and more popularity. Dr. Ruth O...
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Episode #117: The Role of Social Support During Weight Loss
In this week's episode, we're talking about the role of social support during the weight loss journey. Whether we like it or not, others can play a significant role in our weight loss journey. There are those who encourage us and those who sabo...
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Episode #116: The Gut Microbiome and Obesity with Guest: Dr. Katrina Coulter
In this week’s episode, we are joined by guest, infectious disease physician Dr. Katrina Coulter, to learn about the gut microbiome. You’ll learn what the microbiome is, what influences our microbiome, and how our microbiome plays a role in wei...
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Episode #115: The Difference Between Health and Weight
In this week's episode, we're talking about the difference between health and weight. While our height and our weight may be linked, weight is rarely the ultimate indicator of one's health. You'll learn the difference between health and weight,...
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Episode #114: Dealing with Excess Skin After Weight Loss with Guest: Dr. Eric Anderson
An often unexpected consequence of weight loss is dealing with loose or excess skin. In today’s episode, we are joined by plastic surgeon, Dr. Eric Anderson, who discusses the options patients have for dealing with excess skin. We’ll also discu...
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Episode #113 Book Club: "The Gap and The Gain" by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy
In this week's episode, you’ll hear a summary from one of my favorite books, “The Gap and The Gain” by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy. This book helps us to understand our mindset as we work towards goals in our lives. So often we find our...
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Episode #112: The Intersection Between Weight Gain, Menopause, and Sleep with Guest: Dr. Caissa Troutman
In this week's episode, we are joined by guest, Dr. Caissa Troutman, as we discuss the intersection between weight gain, perimenopause, and insomnia. Perimenopause brings many unexpected changes in a woman’s life, and tackling weight gain durin...
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Episode #111: Weight Loss Before Pregnancy, Including IVF
In this week's episode, we are talking about considerations for weight loss before pregnancy, including IVF. We’ll talk about the role of weight in fertility, and talk about how losing weight may support your fertility goals. We’ll also discuss...
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Episode #110: Weight Loss During Stressful Times
In this week's episode, we are talking about how to support your weight loss goals during times of stress. We'll talk about tips for how to manage emotional eating as well as how to simplify your routine, to make it as easy as possible to meet ...
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Episode #109: Are GLPs Such as Wegovy and Zepbound Just the Newest Weight Loss Fad?
In this week's episode, we're talking about GLP medications, such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, and Mounjaro. Are they just the newest trend in the weight loss industry? I'll share why no - I think these medications actually represent a huge pa...
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Episode #108: Updates from The Obesity Society Annual Conference with Guest: Dr Catherine Varney
In this week's episode, you'll hear from Dr. Catherine Varney, as she shares updates from this year's annual conference, with updates about both new medications coming down the pike, as well as exciting updates about medications already on the ...
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Episode #107: Are There Other Medications for the Treatment of Obesity with Guest: Katie George
In this week's episode, Katie George, Nurse Practitioner from the University of Virginia Obesity Medicine Clinic joins me to talk about medications for the treatment of obesity. While everyone is excited about GLP medications such as Ozempic, W...
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Episode #106: Mindset during Weight Loss with Guest: Dr Aalia Al-Barwani
In this week's episode, guest Dr. Aalia Al-Barwani and I talk about optimizing your mindset during weight loss, so you can stick to your goals and overcome set-backs. Dr. Aalia Al-Barwani, MD DABFM DABOM, is a physician and certified NL...
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Episode #105: Insurance Coverage of Obesity Medications with Guest: Dr. Kristina Kratovil
In this week's episode, you'll hear from guest Dr. Kristina Kratovil, a board certified internal medicine and obesity medicine physician, as we discuss insurance coverage of obesity medications. You'll learn what to ask your insurance to unders...
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