The Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MD
Matthea Rentea MD leads discussions on obesity and chronic weight management. Her guests range from experts in the fields that intersect with obesity and wellness, to individuals successful in their weight journey. She is a Board certified Internal Medicine and Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine and founder of the Rentea Metabolic Clinic, a Telehealth clinic for residents of the state of Indiana and Illinois that helps comprehensively with weight management. This podcast is for information and education purposes only. No medical advice is being given. Please talk to your physician for what is right for you.
Episodes
124 episodes
Opening Up About GLP-1s: How to Have Stigma-Free Conversations with Dave Knapp
GLP-1 medications like Mounjaro are transforming the conversation around weight loss and diabetes management, but behind the headlines and medical jargon lies a real journey—one that’s often emotional, confusing, and filled with misconceptions....
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Episode 116
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29:32
Ozempic Is Killing Sales—Now Big Food Wants Your Cravings Back
There’s been a lot of buzz lately about how GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are reshaping the food industry. With fewer people craving ultra-processed snacks, Big Food is scrambling to adapt—developing new products to regain los...
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Episode 115
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28:22
Insulin Resistance and PCOS: What Works—From Strength Training to Supplementation with Dr. Patil-Sisodia
You’ve been diagnosed with PCOS, handed a prescription, and sent on your way—but no one explained what’s actually happening in your body. Why does PCOS make it harder to manage weight? Why are cravings and fatigue so relentless? And what do...
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Episode 114
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47:34
Nighttime Snacking: Habit, Hunger, or Something Else?
You eat well all day, but when the evening rolls around, it’s like a switch flips. Suddenly, you’re reaching for snacks—chips, chocolate, whatever’s nearby. You’re not even hungry, so why does this keep happening? And why is it so hard to stop?...
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Episode 113
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19:25
Meal Delivery Services: Hype, Fad, or Your Next Lifesaver?
Meal delivery services promise convenience, but do they really make healthy eating and weight management a breeze—or is that just wishful thinking? When I first started this journey, I was totally sold on what I call the “Oprah effect”: the ide...
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Episode 112
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15:54
When Weight Bias in Healthcare Leads to Missed Diagnoses—And How We Can Do Better with Dr. Lindsay Ogle
Walking into a doctor’s office should feel like a step toward better health—but for many, it’s filled with anxiety, judgment, and shame. The fear of being lectured about weight or having concerns dismissed keeps too many people from getting the...
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Episode 111
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19:48
Rest Is Not a Luxury—It’s the Foundation of Your Health
Do you feel like you're constantly pushing yourself to do more—but no matter how much you accomplish, it never feels like enough? Our culture glorifies overwork and hyperproductivity, rewarding us for burning the candle at both ends. But what i...
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Episode 110
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27:06
How to Get (and Stay) Organized—Without Overwhelm with Professional Organizer Julia Goldberg
Your home should be a place of peace, but when clutter takes over, it can feel anything but calming (trust me, I’ve been there!). If you're constantly battling mess and disorganization, you’re not alone—but did you know your environment has a b...
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Episode 109
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36:06
How to Handle a Medication Pause Without Losing Progress
What do you do when you have to take a break from your GLP-1 medication—whether for a medical procedure, travel, or an unexpected setback? One patient recently wrote in, frustrated after going off their meds for a colonoscopy and feeli...
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Season 1
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Episode 108
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19:12
Live Q/A call with Dr.Rentea about April 30/30 upcoming program
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38:40
The Story Behind Devotion Nutrition: Fueling Your Body with Joy with Dana Lynn Kaye
If you’ve been listening for a while, you’ll know how much I love Devotion Nutrition. Their protein powders and recipes have been a staple in my kitchen for years, and I’ve been shouting their praises from the rooftops—so finally getting...
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Episode 107
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50:30
When One Medication Isn’t Enough: Exploring Your Options
In today’s episode, we’re expanding on last week’s biohacking mindset chat and taking a closer look at extra prescription medications for weight management. (If you missed it, give it a listen now for the full context!) We’ll discuss how these ...
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Season 1
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Episode 106
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21:40
Optimizing Your Toolbox: Biohacking with Anti-Obesity Meds
If you’ve hit a plateau in your weight loss journey—despite lifestyle changes and initial treatments—you might find yourself asking, ‘What’s wrong with me? Why can’t I make this work without more help?’ I get it—I’ve been there too. Bu...
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Episode 105
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17:13
GLP-1s: More Than Just a Weight Loss Drug—How They're Transforming Cardiovascular Care with Dr. Simin Lee
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women, fueled by the growing obesity epidemic and complex cardiometabolic issues that often fall through the cracks between primary care and specialists. The simple truth? Many women aren’t gettin...
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Season 1
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Episode 104
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34:36
The Easy vs. Hard Road: How to Stop Feeling Stuck and Start Moving Forward
Do you ever feel like your health is an uphill battle—like you're stuck on the "hard road," where every step forward feels exhausting, and progress seems impossible? Maybe you're trapped by the weight of past “failures” or overwhelmed by an...
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Season 1
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Episode 103
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43:09
Back to Basics Mini-Series: Quick Fiber Fixes for Better Gut Health
Rounding off our Back to Basics mini-series, this episode is all about fiber—the powerhouse nutrient for gut health and satiety. I’ll break down the best fiber sources, expose some sneaky low-fiber foods (yes, even the salad bar could ...
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Season 1
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Episode 102
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10:27
Back to Basics Mini-Series: The Three-Pronged Approach to Hitting Your Protein Goals
Today, we’re continuing our Back to Basics series with a deep dive into protein intake. Last week, we discussed hydration and how to make sure you’re getting enough, and now we’re focusing on protein—where to get it from, how to improv...
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Season 1
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Episode 101
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25:02
Back to Basics Mini-Series: Hydration Hacks to Kickstart Your Year
Fed up with being told to make big promises on January 1st that barely make it past the first week? Same here. That’s why we’re flipping the script with a no-fuss, no-fluff Back to Basics Mini-Series to set you up for success ...
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Episode 100
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20:37
No More Broken Resolutions: 2 Powerful Strategies for Building Habits That Last
As January 1st looms, millions of people are gearing up to make New Year's resolutions, but here’s the sad reality: 90% of people abandon their goals by February, and only 8% actually follow through until the end of the year. So why does the ty...
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Season 1
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Episode 99
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12:13
Jamie Mills , RDN, CD-N (aka “The Sleeved Dietitian”) on Breaking Plateaus and Maximizing Nutrition After Bariatric Surgery
Despite what anyone says, bariatric surgery is NOT the easy way out. Much like GLP-1 medications, it’s just a tool. To truly succeed, you need a full toolbelt—one that helps you overcome restriction, food guilt, fear of failure, and the unce...
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Episode 98
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49:34
“Nature’s Ozempic”: Miracle or Marketing Myth?
If you're on social media, you're likely familiar with the constant stream of ads for weight loss products and health supplements promising quick fixes. In this episode, I tackle a listener's concerns about plant-based peptides claiming to riva...
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Season 1
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Episode 97
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25:39
Behind the Scenes of Steady Progress: How Meg Found Lasting Health
We all hear the success stories, but what we rarely get to see is the journey behind them—the small tweaks and big mindset shifts that make lasting health changes possible. In today’s episode, we have the amazing Meg, a current patient of mine,...
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Episode 96
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32:49
Semaglutide & Tirzepatide: Revolutionizing Obesity Treatment Beyond the Scale
I recently tuned into a podcast with Jillian Michaels—the trainer from The Biggest Loser (possibly one of the most problematic shows to ever grace TV). I listened as she doubled down on the same old narrative: weight loss is all about ...
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Season 1
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Episode 95
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