Food noise - those persistent thoughts about food that seem to run on an endless loop - has become a hot topic in weight management, especially with the rise of new medications. But what exactly is food noise, and why does it matter for your weight loss journey?

Join Holly and Jim as they dive deep into this topic with Dr. Corby Martin from the Pennington Biomedical Research Center. As a leading expert in ingested behavior and weight management, Dr. Martin has developed the first scientific way to measure food noise - a breakthrough that could transform how we understand and treat problematic eating patterns.

• What food noise really is and why it's different from cravings or hunger
• Why your environment might be "speaking" to you more than you realize
• The unexpected relationship between what you eat and your food-related thoughts
• How lifestyle changes could quiet those persistent food thoughts (even without medication)
• The potential downsides of completely eliminating food noise
• Why your microbiome might be influencing your food choices more than you think
• Real answers to listener questions about sleep, fasting, and appetite
• Simple, actionable steps you can take today to manage food noise

• Development and validation of the Food Noise Questionnaire

Are you tired of feeling frustrated by failed weight loss attempts? Do you wonder why, despite having more information and tools than ever, obesity rates continue to climb? Get ready to transform your understanding of weight management.

Join Holly and Jim as they dive deep into the 10 hidden barriers preventing meaningful, lasting weight loss in our society. This podcast is not just another weight loss podcast but a revealing exploration of why our current approaches are falling short and what we can do differently.

• The surprising role physical activity plays that goes beyond simple exercise
• Why food restriction is a losing strategy (and what actually works long-term)
• The critical importance of the mindset that most weight loss programs miss
• How new weight loss medications are game-changers—but not a total solution
• Why your motivation for losing weight is personal and valid, no matter what anyone says
• The fundamental difference between losing weight and maintaining weight loss
• How to shift from blaming yourself to taking empowered action

With the rise of weight loss medications like GLP-1s producing dramatic results, many wonder if nutrition expertise is still relevant. But who can help you navigate side effects, maintain weight loss long-term, and ensure proper nutrition while eating less? Enter the registered dietitian (RD) or registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN).

Join Holly and Jim as they sit down with Hope Warshaw, a nationally recognized registered dietitian and certified diabetes care specialist. With over 40 years of experience and several award-winning books under her belt, Hope brings clarity to the crucial role of RDNs in modern weight management – especially as new medications transform the field. You'll discover why working with a qualified nutrition expert could be the missing piece in your weight loss journey.

• What sets registered dietitians apart from self-proclaimed nutrition experts
• The truth about insurance coverage for nutrition counseling (and what needs to change)
• How to find the right RD specialist for your specific needs
• Hope's personal struggles with chips and sweets (yes, even experts have their challenges!)
• The surprising link between bariatric surgery protocols and weight loss medications
• Why the timing of seeing an RD matters (hint: don't wait until after starting medications)
• A powerful first step anyone can take toward better eating habits today

• eatright.org
• Incretin-Based Therapies and Lifestyle Intervention: The Evolving Role of Registered Dietitian Nutritionists in Obesity Care

What happens to your body when you stop moving? While most people think of metabolism as something that just runs in the background burning calories, the truth is far more complex and fascinating. Your metabolism is constantly adapting to your activity levels - or lack thereof - in ways that can profoundly impact your health.

Join Holly and Jim as they welcome Dr. John Thyfault, Director of the KU Diabetes Institute and one of the world's leading researchers in metabolism, obesity, and exercise physiology. Together, they explore the intricate connection between movement and metabolism, revealing how even small changes in activity can have rapid effects on your body's ability to process nutrients and regulate energy.

• The surprising speed at which metabolism changes when you stop moving
• Why your genes aren't necessarily your metabolic destiny
• The truth about "slow" metabolism and what really impacts your metabolic health
• A game-changing perspective on exercise that turns conventional wisdom upside down
• The critical link between movement and insulin sensitivity that most people miss
• Why the new weight loss medications aren't a complete solution without movement
• Simple strategies to break up sedentary time that can improve your metabolism within hours
• The often-overlooked connection between movement and healthy aging

• Lowering physical activity impairs glycemic control in healthy volunteers
• Breaking up prolonged sitting reduces postprandial glucose and insulin responses
• Fitness and Fatness as Health Markers through the Lifespan: An Overview of Current Knowledge

Connect with Dr. John Thyfault on LinkedIn here: linkedin.com/in/john-thyfault-85312092

Making America healthy again sounds like a noble goal - but what would it actually take? With over 75% of U.S. adults overweight or obese and 60% battling chronic diseases, our nation's health is headed in the wrong direction.

Join Holly and Jim as they dive into this complex challenge, examining potential solutions and uncovering why quick fixes won't work. You'll discover why focusing on just one aspect - processed foods, exercise, or weight loss - isn't enough to turn the tide. Along the way, you'll learn about emerging opportunities and get an inside look at what a true "health moonshot" might require.

• Why putting a grocery store in a food desert isn't enough to change eating habits
• The surprising truth about who really uses workplace wellness incentives
• How the Mediterranean diet improves health - but falls short in one key area
• Why Europe's public transit system gets vacationers moving more
• The game-changing role of mindset in maintaining healthy behaviors
• What America's moonshot to space can teach us about transforming health
• The three non-negotiable pillars for making lasting health improvements

• Physical activity and coronary heart disease in men: The Harvard Alumni Health Study
• Physical activity patterns associated with cardiorespiratory fitness and reduced mortality: the Aerobics Center Longitudinal Study

Success stories inspire us not just because of the results achieved, but because they show us what's possible in our own lives. In this episode, we meet Amy, whose journey began with a simple goal to "lose a few pounds" but evolved into something far more meaningful.

What starts as a weight loss story transforms into a tale of rediscovering joy, embracing vulnerability, and finding unexpected adventures - including joining a cycling club at 64! Amy's candid sharing of her six-year journey reveals how weight loss isn't just about the number on the scale; it's about opening yourself to new possibilities and creating a life you don't want to step away from.

Discussed on the episode:

• The surprising mindset shift that turned "just another diet" into lasting change
• Why being the slowest cyclist in the group became a source of pride instead of shame
• How the fear of maintaining weight loss forever eventually fades away
• The unexpected way Amy's transformation inspired changes in her family
• The real reason Amy won't go back to her old lifestyle (it's not about the weight)
• What happened when COVID threw a curveball into Amy's maintenance journey

Did you know that despite decades of research, some of the most fundamental questions about obesity remain unanswered? In this episode, we dive deep into the mysteries that continue to puzzle researchers and clinicians in the field of obesity medicine.

Join Jim Hill and Holly Wyatt as they welcome Dr. David Allison, Dean of the Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington and one of the world's leading obesity researchers. With over 600 published scientific papers to his name, Dr. Allison brings his analytical rigor and intellectual curiosity to tackle some of the most perplexing questions in obesity research.

Discussed on the episode:

• Why the concept of a "set point" for body weight might be more complicated than we think
• The surprising truth about why some people seem to gain weight more easily than others
• A provocative perspective on the microbiome's role in obesity that challenges conventional wisdom
• What science really tells us about ultra-processed foods and their relationship to weight gain
• A thought-provoking discussion about who should have access to new weight-loss medications
• The complex relationship between personal responsibility and biological factors in obesity

New Year's resolutions - they're as traditional as champagne at midnight, but just as likely to fizzle out before February rolls around. Did you know that while 40% of Americans make resolutions, only 9-12% feel successful a year later? Yet here's the surprising twist: those who set resolutions are actually 10 times more likely to achieve meaningful change than those who don't.

Join Holly and Jim as they dive deep into the science and psychology of New Year's resolutions. Whether you're a resolution skeptic or a goal-setting enthusiast, you'll discover why the "fresh start effect" makes January 1st so powerful, and more importantly, how to harness that energy for lasting change in 2025.

Discussed on the episode:

• The unexpected #1 New Year's resolution (hint: it's not weight loss!)
• Why treating resolutions like temporary fixes sets you up for failure
• 10 common resolution mistakes that derail even the most motivated people
• The psychology behind successful goal-setters (and how to become one)
• Why going "all in" in January might be sabotaging your success
• The surprising truth about willpower (and what to rely on instead)
• How baseball wisdom can help you handle life's curveballs
• Why waiting until April to "have fun" with your goals is a recipe for failure