
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
122 episodes
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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Episode #104: Fueling Your Body
In this week's episode, we're talking about how to choose foods that will fuel your needs, your goals, your preferences. We'll talk about when and why you might choose to incorporate carbohydrates, proteins, and fats into your diet. For...
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Episode #103: Life After Bariatric Surgery with Guest: Dr. Jennifer Salluzzo
In this week's episode, we're bringing another bariatric surgeon, Dr. Jennifer Salluzzo, on the podcast to talk about life after bariatric surgery. We'll talk a bit about what to expect after surgery, including complications and long term chang...
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Episode #102: What You Should Know About Fiber
In this week's episode, we're talking about dietary fiber. You'll learn what it is, how much we should be getting, and what role it plays in both our overall health and in our weight loss goals. For more information or to work with Dr. ...
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Episode #101: Happy Thanksgiving 2024
In this week's episode, we're going to talk about how to navigate your upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. Traveling for the holiday? Worried about being ravenous by the time the meal rolls around? Wondering what to do with your leftovers? We'll tal...
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Episode #100: Celebrating 100 Episodes of Conquer Your Weight
Today we are celebrating 100 episodes of the Conquer Your Weight podcast! Thank you so much for being a listener. Today we're going to talk about the most important lessons we've addressed during this journey. To learn more and to work ...
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Episode #99: Weight Loss for Patients with a History of Eating Disorder
In this week's podcast, we're discussing an important topic which is not talked about frequently. How can we support patients with a history of eating disorder, particular restrictive eating disorder, in achieving their health and weight goals?...
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Episode #98: How to Simplify Meal Planning and Preparation
In this week's episode, we are addressing a listener question, "How do I simplify meal planning and prep to make it more sustainable?" You'll hear about recommendations like having go-to recipes, doubling/tripling batches, and buying pre-cooked...
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