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 talk about strategies you can employ both for the Thanksgiving holiday and throughout the holiday season. Have you listened to our previous Thanksgiving episodes? Be sure to check those out as well! To learn more about Dr. Sarah Stombaugh and to work with us,...
Nov 27, 2024•21 min
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 with Dr. Sarah Stombaugh, please visit www.sarahstombaughmd.com Do you have a question you'd like us to address on an upcoming podcast episode? Email us at info@sarahstombaughmd.com, and we'd love to record an episode for you! Are you taking a GLP medication? We a...
Nov 20, 2024•27 min
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? To learn more and to work with Dr. Sarah Stombaugh, please visit www.sarahstombaughmd.com Have a podcast episode suggestion? Please email us at info@sarahstombaughmd.com Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled to share we are offering an online c...
Nov 13, 2024•22 min
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, pre-cut, and/or pre-washed foods. Do you have a question you'd like us to address? Send us an email at info@sarahstombaughmd.com. We'd love to make a podcast episode just for you. To learn more about Dr. Sarah Stombaugh or to work with us, please visit w...
Nov 06, 2024•28 min
In this week's episode, we're discussing weight loss before orthopedic surgery, particularly before knee replacement or hip replacement. We'll talk about the guidelines which recommend that a patient have a BMI of less than 40 before having joint replacement surgery. We'll talk about why those guidelines are in place, why they matter, and how we can support patients in losing weight in a way that improves outcomes during and after surgery. For more information or to work with Dr. Sarah Stombaugh...
Oct 30, 2024•29 min
In this week's episode, we're talking about developing our relationship with food. We'll discuss acknowledging our hunger and fullness signals, building meals that nourish our bodies, and understanding when we are eating for reasons beyond physical hunger. For more information and to work with Dr. Sarah Stombaugh, please visit www.sarahstombaughmd.com Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled to share we are offering an online course, The GLP Guide, to answer the most common questions peo...
Oct 23, 2024•25 min
In this week's episode, we'll talk about compounded GLP-1 medications. We'll talk about why they are being made, what to consider in terms of safety and efficacy, and why everyone has been talking about tirzepatide so much over the last two weeks. To learn more and to work with Dr. Sarah Stombaugh, please visit www.sarahstombaughmd.com Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled to share we are offering an online course, The GLP Guide, to answer the most common questions people have while t...
Oct 16, 2024•21 min
In this week's episode, we are joined by Jessica Reed, registered dietician and founder of Balance Health. We talk about principles of building a health nutrition plan to support your weight loss goals. To learn more about Jessica and her practice, please visit https://balancehealthforlife.com/ To learn more about Dr. Sarah Stombaugh and to join our medical weight loss practice, please visit www.sarahstombaughmd.com Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled to share we are offering an onl...
Oct 09, 2024•38 min
This week we celebrated the launch of my online course, The GLP Guide . We had a launch party, and it was so much fun! After teaching, I got the chance to answer a handful of questions from the audience. And the result was a webinar that was too good not to share. So we bumped our planned episodes back a week, so we could share the recording with our podcast listeners. Enjoy! To learn more and to work with Dr. Sarah Stombaugh, please visit www.sarahstombaughmd.com Are you taking a GLP medication...
Oct 02, 2024•51 min
In this week's episode, we are joined again by guest, Caryn Ranney. Caryn is the health coach at Sarah Stombaugh, MD - Personalized Weight Loss, and she also works to support people with personal training. Her biggest passion is supporting people with pain that limits their movement and exercise goals. For more information about Caryn, please visit: www.ranneycoaching.co. You can also find her on Instagram and LinkedIn . At Sarah Stombaugh, MD - Personalized Weight Loss you'll work together with...
Sep 25, 2024•33 min
In this week's episode, I'll share a funny story about seeing a patient while I was eating pizza and ice cream. We'll talk about how we can consume foods like these. How can we intentionally plan foods into our health and weight loss journey? For more information and to work with Dr. Sarah Stombaugh, please visit www.sarahstombaughmd.com Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled to share we are offering an online course, The GLP Guide, to answer the most common questions people have while...
Sep 18, 2024•23 min
In this week's episode, we are addressing a common question we get asked all the time: "How quickly should I lose weight?" There are a lot of factors to consider here, and we'll talk about what to expect, how you can make adjustments to your lifestyle to best support your weight goals, and what you should do if you feel like you need to increase or decrease your dose of medication. For more information or to work with Dr. Sarah Stombaugh, please visit www.sarahstombaughmd.com. We are enrolling p...
Sep 11, 2024•27 min
In this week's episode, we're joined by bariatric surgeon, Dr. Timothy Snow. He and I are talking all about bariatric surgery. You'll learn about the different types of bariatric surgery and who may or may not be a good candidate for those procedures. Dr. Timothy Snow currently serves as the Bariatric Program Director and Robotic Surgery Director at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, Virginia. He completed his surgical residency at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital in New York ...
Sep 04, 2024•37 min
In this week's episode, we're going to introduce the newest member of our team, our health coach Caryn Ranney, and learn a bit about what health coaching is and how it can help support your health goals. Caryn is a certified health coach and personal trainer. Originally from Missouri, her education and career have taken her all over the country, including Illinois and Colorado. She currently resides in Charlottesville, Virginia where she practices health coaching, personal training, and pain man...
Aug 28, 2024•27 min
In this week's episode, we're going to talk about using medications to support your weight loss goals. We'll talk about some of the different medications which are available and considerations before deciding if a medication may be right for you. You can find a board certified obesity medicine physician at the ABOM Physician Finder . If you live in Illinois or Virginia, we'd love to support your health and weight goals. Please visit www.sarahstombaughmd.com to get started today! Are you taking a...
Aug 21, 2024•22 min
In this week's podcast episode, we're talking about a topic that is near and dear to my heart - weight loss for mothers of young children. As the mother of young children myself, I know just how hard it can be to lose weight during this hectic time in life. We'll talk about addressing nutrition, sleep, movement, and stress management, so that you can achieve your optimal health and weight during this busy season of life! If you live in Illinois or Virginia, I'd love to see you as a patient in my...
Aug 14, 2024•28 min
My husband and I recently took a two-week trip to Europe, and in this week's episode I'm sharing my favorite tips and observations from the trip. You'll hear about how to match your hunger with food choices and how to manage travel concerns like leg swelling or constipation. For more information, please visit www.sarahstombaughmd.com Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled to share we are offering an online course, The GLP Guide, to answer the most common questions people have while tak...
Aug 07, 2024•25 min
In this week's episode, you'll learn about alcohol. You'll learn about how your body processes alcohol for energy and how it can slow your weight loss goals. You'll get tips for how to reduce your alcohol intake. We'd love to have you as a patient in our practice. To learn more and enroll, please visit www.sarahstombaughmd.com today! Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled to share we are offering an online course, The GLP Guide, to answer the most common questions people have while tak...
Jul 31, 2024•22 min
In this week's episode, you'll learn about intermittent fasting. You'll hear about different intermittent fasting techniques and how it can support your weight loss journey. You'll learn if intermittent fasting might be right for you and how you can get started! If you live in Illinois or Virginia, we'd love to have you as a patient in our practice! Please visit www.sarahstombaughmd.com to get started today! Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled to share we are offering an online cour...
Jul 24, 2024•22 min
In this week's episode, we're talking about weight lifting. We'll discuss why lifting weights can support your muscle mass, metabolism, and overall health. You'll get advice for how to get started today! If you're interested in working with Dr. Sarah Stombaugh and our medical team, please visit www.sarahstombaughmd.com to get started! Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled to share we are offering an online course, The GLP Guide, to answer the most common questions people have while ta...
Jul 17, 2024•22 min
In this week's episode, you'll hear from board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Brenda Dintiman, as we talk about skin and hair health during weight loss. You'll hear advice for how you can stay looking your best during your weight loss journey. For more information about Dr. Brenda Dintiman, you can visit her website at https://dermutopia.com/ If you're ready to get started on your weight loss goals, visit www.sarahstombaughmd.com to get started today! Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrill...
Jul 10, 2024•24 min
In this week's episode, we have guest, Dr. Megan Melo, joining us to talk about binging and overeating. She and I discuss how common it is to eat in response to different triggers and how to acknowledge and reduce those episodes. Dr. Megan Melo is a board certified Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine medicine, who is also a Certified Life Coach through The Life Coach School and Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator. She practices primary care and obesity medicine in Seattle, Washington, and she hel...
Jul 03, 2024•52 min
In this week's episode, we're talking about binge eating disorder. In our society, we often talk about binging casually, but many people struggle with feeling out of control with their eating or eating in response to an emotion or trigger beyond hunger. Today's episode will teach you what to look for to understand if you may be dealing with binge eating disorder. In next week's episode, we'll continue the conversation, talking about emotional eating. For more information, please visit www.sarahs...
Jun 27, 2024•23 min
Summertime is here, and in this week's episode, we're talking about why summer is the perfect time to lose weight! With warm weather inspiring us to go outdoors and fresh produce that is so delicious to eat, there is no better time to get started with your weight loss journey! For more information or to visit our medical practice, visit www.sarahstombaughmd.com Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled to share we are offering an online course, The GLP Guide, to answer the most common que...
Jun 19, 2024•19 min
In this week's episode, we're discussing carbohydrates. You learn what carbohydrates are, and are they good for you? Bad for you? You'll learn how fiber helps slow absorption and how other macronutrients like protein and fat can be used together with carbohydrates to create a more balanced meal that provides lasting satiety. For more information or to work with Dr. Stombaugh to lose weight for the last time, please visit www.sarahstombaughmd.com . Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled...
Jun 12, 2024•28 min
In this's week's episode, you'll hear from Dr. Chinyelu E. Oraedu, also known as Dr. Yel'Ora. She is a Board Certified Internal Medicine physician and the CEO and founder of Dr. Yel'Ora Lifestyle & Obesity Coaching for Night Workers. For more information about Dr. Yel'Ora: The Night Shift Lifestyle Show: https://www.dryelora.com/nightshift-lifestyle-show/ Dr. Yel'Ora, Lifestyle & Obesity Coaching Program for Night Workers: https://www.dryelora.com/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/chinyelu-...
Jun 05, 2024•36 min
In this week's podcast, you'll hear about the important topic - how to lose weight during menopause. Menopause brings many changes in a woman's life, and losing weight can look a lot different than it did when you were in your 20's. Join us as we discuss tips you can implement today to start achieving your weight loss goals! Heather Awad, MD is a family doctor and certified coach who helps professional women over age 50 lose weight for the last time through 1:1 coaching, and groups. She hosts th...
May 29, 2024•36 min
In this week's episode, you'll hear from OB/Gyne and REI specialist, Dr. Erica Bove. We discuss the relationship between weight and fertility and discuss how to set goals to improve your health and fertility. Erica Bove, MD, is a double board certified OB-GYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist (REI) physician at the University of Vermont, as well as a certified life coach through The Life Coach School. She is also the founder of Love and Science: Thriving Through Infertility. She has a keen intere...
May 22, 2024•38 min
Urogynecologist, Dr. Nabila Noor, joins us in this week's episode of the Conquer Your Weight podcast to talk about common conditions that impact the pelvic floor. In this episode, we talk about diagnosis and treatment of urinary incontinence, pelvic floor prolapse, and more. You'll feel empowered to ask your doctor for help and learn what to expect when you visit your doctor. Dr. Nabila Noor is a practicing, board certified and fellowship trained Urogynecologist and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgeon...
May 15, 2024•33 min
In today's episode, we are discussing setting and achieving your exercise goals with our guest, family medicine physician Dr. Sara Ionescu. Dr. Sara Ionescu is a board certified family medicine physician, wife, mom of 4, and exercise enthusiast. She is passionate about wellness, preventative care, and exercise and loves to inspire others to move. She strives to stay physically active daily as she sees massive physical and mental health benefits with this and wants to help, inspire and encourage ...
May 08, 2024•27 min