The Obesity Doctor Podcast

In this episode of the Obesity Physician Podcast, the dietitians from High Metabolic Health—Nada, Lauren, and Tedi—break down what actually works when it comes to eating for weight loss.

If you’re tired of restrictive diets and conflicting nutrition advice, this conversation focuses on practical, sustainable principles instead of quick fixes. The team shares how to build a solid foundation for long-term success, including how to structure your meals, what foods to prioritize (and limit), and where to begin your journey toward better metabolic health.

What You’ll Learn
- Why dieting often fails—and what to focus on instead
- The core eating foundations for sustainable weight loss
- How to build a plate that keeps you full, satisfied, and energized
- Key foods to prioritize for metabolic health
- Foods and habits to limit (without strict restriction)
- Simple, realistic starting points for your weight loss journey

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Taking the first step toward weight loss can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to do it alone. I’ve created a curated list of my podcast episodes to gently guide you as you begin your journey. https://www.sashahighmd.com/podcast-guide

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In this episode, I break down everything you need to know about GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro—including the real-world side effects I see in clinical practice.

While these medications can be incredibly effective for improving metabolic health, there’s often confusion online: some people are scared away by exaggerated side effect stories, while others underestimate what to expect when starting treatment. My goal here is to give a balanced, evidence-informed perspective so patients can make informed decisions without fear or misinformation.

This episode is for educational purposes only and does not replace personalized medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any treatment.

We cover side effects and how to manage them, like:

Nausea, bloating, diarrhea, constipation

Sulphur burps and reflux

Appetite suppression and food aversions

Injection site reactions

Gallbladder disease

Hair thinning

Ozempic face

Rare: NAION

If you’re in Ontario and need support with obesity or metabolic health, you can request a referral to my multidisciplinary clinic, the High Metabolic Clinic. Learn more at www.highmetabolicclinic.com.

Hi everyone, I have a quick update I want to share.

The High on Life Podcast has a new name! It’s now The Obesity Doctor Podcast.

I loved the old name — it was fun and fit my personal brand — but over time I realized the conversations here have become very clearly rooted in obesity medicine. We talk about the biology of weight, behaviour change, medications, metabolism, mindset, psychology… and the realities of navigating all of that in real life. This shift is about better alignment — making it clear that this podcast is all about evidence-based, straightforward medical education, while also supporting the ways we care for and nourish our bodies. That’s been a big part of what I've done from day one, and it continues to be central to these conversations.

I’ll also be bringing on other obesity physicians and health experts to share their perspectives, so you’ll get a broader, deeper look at the science and the practice behind lasting health.

Nothing is changing about the conversations themselves — same nuance, same depth, same approach. It’s still about understanding your body, making sense of your patterns, and building health that lasts.

If you’ve been here for a while—thank you for being part of this. And if you’re new, welcome! Thanks for trusting me as a voice and advocate in the world of medicine, health and obesity care.

I’m excited for this next chapter, and I can’t wait to keep exploring these topics with you. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, I share how marathon training reshaped the way I think about food—and how those lessons apply to weight loss and metabolic health. Many people assume that eating less is the key to losing weight, but restriction can actually backfire, slowing metabolism and increasing cravings.

I walk through the five most important lessons I’ve learned:

1. Fuel for energy, not just calories – Nourishing your body properly supports metabolism, fat loss, and mental clarity.
2. Hunger is a signal, not a failure – Learn to respond strategically to hunger instead of ignoring it.
3. Carbs and sugar aren’t the enemy – Used in the right context, they support energy, recovery, and metabolic health.
4. Focus on quality and timing – Protein, healthy fats, and carbs in the right balance enhance results.
5. Restriction backfires—fueling wins – Sustainable weight loss comes from intentional, moderate fueling.

I also share personal anecdotes from my running journey and patient experiences to show how these strategies work in real life. By shifting your mindset from restriction to fueling, you can improve energy, optimize metabolic health, and build habits that actually last.

Tune in for practical tips to fuel your body, support weight loss, and maintain metabolic health—without guilt or obsession.

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Join my Weight Loss Coaching Program for women, Best Weight
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Recover Strong for Binge Eating
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O​​ntario-Wide Virtual Obesity Management Clinic
https://www.highmetabolicclinic.com

Taking the first step toward weight loss can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to do it alone. I’ve created a curated list of my podcast episodes to gently guide you as you begin your journey. https://www.sashahighmd.com/podcast-guide

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Scarcity isn’t just about lacking resources—it’s a mindset that shows up early and often. I see it in how we eat (finishing food, eating when not hungry, “last supper” thinking), and how that drives the restrict–overeat cycle. This isn’t a discipline problem—it’s a natural response to perceived scarcity.

On today’s podcast, we talk about how to shift this in a practical way:

creating consistency with meals and nutrition

reducing urgency around food

building trust in your body and your routines

I share small, everyday examples (like airplane snacks and hotel toiletries) to highlight how subtle and automatic scarcity thinking can be. The core idea: many of our behaviours—around food, business, and decision-making—are responses to perceived scarcity. The shift isn’t about “thinking positively,” but about building consistency and trust so that urgency starts to quiet down.

A more sustainable way to operate—in both health and business.

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Join my Weight Loss Coaching Program for women, Best Weight https://www.sashahighmd.com/bestweight

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