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The Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MD

Matthea Rentea MD
Weight Management
Nutrition
Obesity
Glp-1 Medications
Metabolic Health
Weight Loss
Glp-1
Chronic Weight Management
Obesity Medicine
Mental Health
Emotional Eating
Exercise
Community Support
Health
Protein Intake
Hydration
Strength Training
Menopause
Insulin Resistance
Obesity Management

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 s... more

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Episode: The Sleep Mistakes Keeping You Exhausted (and How to Fix Them) with Sleep Physician Dr. Akudo Anokwute
Glenn Livingston
Clinical psychologist specializing in binge eating and obesity-related behaviors
Independent researcher/clinician
Episode: Why Your Brain Is Wired to Crave (And How to Retrain It) with Dr. Glenn Livingston
Ida Salusky
Clinical psychologist with PhD in clinical community psychology; associate professor at Northwestern University
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Episode: You're Not Lazy: How Undiagnosed ADHD Could Be Derailing Your Health Goals with Dr. Ida Salusky
Schnelle Acevedo
Brooklyn Active Mama, BAM Digital Media LLC founder; former food blogger; digital literacy and online safety educator
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Episode: Social Media, Comparison, and Weight Loss: Protecting Your Mental Health Online with Schnelle Acevedo
Komal Patil-Sisodia
Endocrinologist, internist, obesity medicine specialist, menopause clinician
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Episode: The Hair Loss Conversation Your Doctor Should Be Having With You with Dr. Komal Patil-Sisodia
Nishant Kumar
Board-certified psychiatrist and addiction psychiatrist
Episode: What GLP-1s Are Revealing About Addiction and the Brain with Dr. Nishant Kumar
Dee Beckman
Plastic surgeon focused on aesthetic procedures of the face, breast and body; specializes in body contouring after weight loss
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Episode: Skin Removal Surgery After Weight Loss: What You Need to Know with Dr. Beckman
Dr. Katherine Nolan
Dermatologist specializing in hair loss
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Episode: Losing Weight and Losing Hair? Here's What to Do with Dr. Katherine Nolan
Funke Afolabi-Brown
Sleep medicine physician, founder of The Restful Sleep Place
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Episode: Tired, Hungry, and Stuck? How Poor Sleep Affects Hormones, Cravings, and Weight Loss with Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown

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Matthea Rentea
Board-certified internal medicine physician and obesity medicine specialist

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 425 ratings
  • Excellent GLP support

    The information shared here is amazing and helpful to folks wanting to lose weight. I highly recommend this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1959MJewell
    United States2 months ago
  • Absolute best podcast!

    There are a lot of podcasts out there about weight loss and GLP-1 medications. They run the gamut from informative to misguided, from clever to forgettable—and there are so many of them. Where's an old girl, clutching her brand-new box of Zepbound, supposed to find trustworthy guidance?

    That was exactly my situation two years ago.

    Happily—and enthusiastically—I can tell you that The Obesity Guide podcast, hosted by Dr.

    Matthea Rentea, is likely the only one you'll need. Through sheer dumb lu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    uarnhold
    United States4 months ago
  • Favorite Podcast

    This is hands down my favorite podcast for individuals of all shapes and sizes as it covers many different facets of what it means to live a healthy lifestyle. It’s at the top of my referral list as a registered dietitian for clients on a weight loss or GLP-1 journey. I love her tone, direct but compassionate messaging. Her guests are experts in their field or patients with wonderful insight on how they successfully navigated their path forward under her guidance.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheDietitiansDigest
    United States5 months ago
  • The help I needed

    Found this podcast the day before I started on Zepbound. Feeling alone in this journey and like a failure for starting the meds. This podcast helped in so many ways. Advice, community, relevant topics. It is for anyone in any stage or just wanting some information. Two months in as of this week and on my way. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MsWitty1
    United States5 months ago
  • Super helpful and positive podcast - love Matthea!

    Such a delightful host; plenty of helpful advice with a dose of cheer

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pulcina15+
    United Kingdom7 months ago

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Dr. Rentea is often praised as warm, relatable, engaging, and compassionate while still being direct.
Listeners value the practical, evidence-based guidance on obesity, GLP-1 medications, and long-term weight management.
Guests add useful expertise and personal perspective across health, behavior, and weight-management topics.
Some listeners find the motivational tone overly inspirational at times and would prefer fewer promotions for programs and resources.

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The Sleep Mistakes Keeping You Exhausted (and How to Fix Them) with Sleep Physician Dr. Akudo Anokwute
Q: Are there any things that people commonly do that they think are helping, but you're like, oh no, that's not helping?
Anokwute cautions against going to bed earlier to compensate for difficulty falling asleep, taking supplements without addressing the reason for poor sleep, and relying on sleep scores. She also advises against mouth taping to address snoring and recommends a consistent wake time.
The Sleep Mistakes Keeping You Exhausted (and How to Fix Them) with Sleep Physician Dr. Akudo Anokwute
Q: What are some reasons that someone might want to get screened for sleep apnea and what does it actually do to the body?
Anokwute explains that sleep apnea occurs when the upper airway partially or completely collapses during sleep, reducing oxygen. Symptoms can include snoring, insomnia, nighttime awakenings, morning headaches, and persistent daytime sleepiness, and she says these symptoms warrant testing.
Why Your Brain Is Wired to Crave (And How to Retrain It) with Dr. Glenn Livingston
Q: How should a listener think about cravings as they begin this work?
View cravings as signals that can be extinguished through a structured plan and supportive environment, recognizing that relapse is part of the process and not a personal failure.
Why Your Brain Is Wired to Crave (And How to Retrain It) with Dr. Glenn Livingston
Q: What is the first practical step you recommend to someone trying to regain control over cravings?
Begin with one simple rule you can actually follow, such as putting the fork down between bites or not going back for seconds, and establish a clear boundary to trigger the pause in the decision process.
Why Your Brain Is Wired to Crave (And How to Retrain It) with Dr. Glenn Livingston
Q: In the moment, how do you create the pause that lets someone access their reasoning when craving chocolate on a weekday?
Start with a simple rule that's easy to follow, read it aloud daily to lock in the habit, and use a brief breathing technique to shift from the fight-or-flight state to a calmer, more deliberate state.

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What is The Obesity Guide about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Physician-led guidance on obesity, metabolic health, and sustainable weight management, with particular attention to GLP-1 medications and the practical realities of changing health habits. Matthea Rentea combines concise solo explainers with conversations featuring clinicians, researchers, and people sharing personal experience. Topics include nutrition, exercise, sleep, appetite, cravings, menopause, and the emotional and behavioral dimensions of weight management. The approach pairs medical context with realistic steps for daily life, emphasizing gradual progress, self-compassion, and long-term health over quick fixes or rigid dieting. Expert interviews and personal stories broaden the perspective, while recurring guidance on medication,... more

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5. The Holistic GLP-1 Podcast with Elizabeth McGann

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1. Akudo Anokwute
2. Glenn Livingston
3. Ida Salusky
4. Schnelle Acevedo
5. Komal Patil-Sisodia
6. Nishant Kumar
7. Dee Beckman
8. Dr. Katherine Nolan

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