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The Obesity Guide with Matthea Rentea MD

Matthea Rentea MDwww.buzzsprout.com

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. 

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Help! I’ve Lost My Motivation

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Setting new goals for ourselves is exciting. In the first few weeks, we’re motivated, we have a new way of looking at things, and it's a whole new Disney ride. But as the road gets harder, life starts to get in the way, and old thought patterns creep back in… how can we make sure we don’t throw the towel in c...

Jan 22, 202420 minSeason 1Ep. 49

Dietary Fiber: Tackling Constipation on GLP-1s

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Like many medications, GLP 1 drugs come with side effects and one of the most common (and bothersome!) among them is constipation. Even if you're not taking anti-obesity medication, constipation remains a common problem for many, which is not only uncomfortable, but also detrimental to your well-being. In thi...

Jan 15, 202421 minSeason 1Ep. 48

Why Maintaining Your Weight is Worth Celebrating

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Maintaining your weight isn't just a stagnant phase in your health journey; it's a powerful win that deserves recognition. I always say that there's a season of life when you're going to push and there's a season of life where you're just going to sit still. No one can be in push energy all the time. We have ...

Jan 08, 202411 minSeason 1Ep. 47

The Art of Pivoting: How an Agile Mindset Enhances Your Health Goals

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. As the new year approaches, many of us find ourselves reflecting on the past year and contemplating the changes we want to make in the coming months. But as you prepare to set your health goals for the new year, I encourage you to embrace both intentionality and agility. Too often, we expect the journey towar...

Jan 01, 202420 minSeason 1Ep. 46

Journey Over Destination: Why the Process Matters

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. What if I told you that there’s no such thing as failure, only perception? A beautiful journey is one full of twists and turns, and ups and downs. And in all the challenges and changes, it gets really easy to lose your motivation and develop a skewed, pessimistic perspective. But the truth is that looking at ...

Dec 25, 202316 minSeason 1Ep. 45

The Art of Acknowledging Achievements

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Our words and thoughts have a big effect on our actions and attitude. Most of us understand this principle, but it’s a lot harder to put it into practice than it might seem. But your words and thoughts about yourself can be the difference between continuing down a path of success and feeling overwhelmed and u...

Dec 18, 202311 minSeason 1Ep. 44

Reproductive Health, PCOS and Menopause with Dr. Anna Glezer

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Women’s reproductive health is a multifaceted division of healthcare that actually affects more areas of the body and general health and wellness than you might think. Today I am welcoming onto the podcast Dr. Anna Glezer, a psychiatrist who practices reproductive and integrative psychiatry, and focusing heav...

Dec 11, 202335 minSeason 1Ep. 43

Your Guide to a Protein-Rich Diet

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. When it comes to protein, how do you know whether plant-based or animal-based proteins are the right call? How do you gauge the amount of protein that you should be intaking? And how do you incorporate enough protein into your diet while keeping your protein-rich meals interesting, fresh, and full of things y...

Dec 04, 202321 minSeason 1Ep. 42

Zepbound 101: Everything You Need to Know

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Weight loss medication just became much more accessible for so many in the form of Zepbound; a medication that has been used to treat diabetes under the name Mounjaro, but was FDA-approved for weight loss just days ago. There is plenty to know about Zepbound, and its effects on the world of obesity healthcare...

Nov 27, 202318 minSeason 1Ep. 41

Supporting Your Health During the Holiday Season

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. The holidays are something I look forward to every year. It’s a beautiful time spent coming together with friends and family in celebration. But there will always be certain challenges that come with the changes in environment, routine, etc. And It can be really hard to figure out how to navigate these get-to...

Nov 20, 202319 minSeason 1Ep. 40

Setting Boundaries and Creating Space to Rest

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. If I asked you to, could you name your highest priority needs right now? Those things that when you try to go without, the day just doesn’t flow like it should, you end up with a lingering negative attitude, and everything seems to go horribly wrong. Could you make a list of those things? I call those “non-ne...

Nov 13, 202320 minSeason 1Ep. 39

Bariatric Surgery 101 with Surgeon Dr. Daniel Rosen

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Can I take GLP 1s after having bariatric surgery? Weight loss methods have changed drastically over the last few years as GLP 1s have come onto the scene, leaving many people wondering what their options are. Dr. Rosen and I have a wonderful conversation all about bariatric surgery, how GLP 1s can be applied ...

Nov 06, 202333 minSeason 1Ep. 38

Binge Eating Disorder: Shifting Your Perspective with Dr. Key

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. This week we’re tackling a topic that affects millions worldwide, yet is often shrouded in stigma and misunderstanding: Binge Eating Disorder (BED). I am so excited to be bringing this episode to you, as we have not discussed the topic of binge eating yet on my podcast. And to help shed some light on the subj...

Oct 30, 202333 minSeason 1Ep. 37

Taking Preventative Measures: Heart Health with Dr. Mohammed Alo

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. In all the work that I do within the arena of metabolic healthcare and education, I always stress the importance of a comprehensive approach. This is why I work to provide you with a variety of resources and different perspectives, like the amazing discussion I’m bringing to you today. Dr. Alo is a cardiologi...

Oct 23, 202347 minSeason 1Ep. 36

Vacationing and Food: Staying on Track While you Travel

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Habits are notoriously difficult things to create, but once they’re in place, the task becomes second nature to you. Once something becomes routine for you, you no longer have to spend time and energy making sure you follow through; it just happens. This week on The Obesity Guide, I spend time uncovering how ...

Oct 16, 202324 minSeason 1Ep. 35

Angel’s Metabolic Journey: 4 Small Changes That Inspired Big Results

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Today I have the profound privilege to introduce you all to Angel. I have been working with Angel for several months and her story and triumphs are truly inspiring to me, and I hope they can be for you as well. In this episode, we get to hear her health story firsthand, and she shares with us all of the many ...

Oct 09, 202335 minSeason 1Ep. 34

It’s a Balancing Act: Hormones and Metabolic Health with Melissa Young MD

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Joining us on today’s episode is Dr. Melissa Young, a renowned endocrinologist with extensive knowledge and experience in managing hormonal disorders and their profound effects on weight and metabolism. In this enlightening episode, we work to uncover how hormonal imbalances can impact our weight and discuss ...

Oct 02, 202333 minSeason 1Ep. 33

The Road to Achievement and Why you Can’t Walk it Alone

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. This week I get to delve into a topic that can really mean the difference between good and great when it comes to GLP1-s and weight loss; coaching and community! We have been fed a steady stream of diet culture-y, “one-size-fits-all” hacks throughout the years that have tricked us into thinking that there’s s...

Sep 25, 202316 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Live Q/A with Dr.Rentea about the Blood Sugar Mastermind!

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Click here to listen to our live Q/A call with Dr.Rentea about questions that were asked about the Blood Sugar Mastermind. Only 2 more days to register! To register, CLICK HERE ! Any more questions, feels free to email us at Renteaclinic@gmail.com All of the information on this podcast is for general informat...

Sep 21, 202351 min

Insulin Resistance: Why You Can't Lose Weight and What to Do About It

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Think your poor sleep, achy joints and brain fog are simply inevitable results of aging? Think again; there may be much more to the story than that. High blood sugar and insulin resistance is something that so many people deal with, oftentimes even unknowingly. Poor regulation of blood sugar can produce some ...

Sep 18, 202324 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Bonus Mini Series: Episode 1 - with Ali Novitsky

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Ep 1: What Obesity Medicine Doctors Want You to Know Thanks for listening to The Obesity Guide! This week I have a series of crossover podcast episodes with Dr. Ali Novitsky. In these episodes, Dr. Ali talks to us about all things fitness; it’s an amazing and inclusive series that aims to provide resources an...

Sep 11, 202338 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Bonus Mini Series: Episode 2 - with Ali Novitsky

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Ep 2: Achieving Optimal Health with Strength Training Thanks for listening to The Obesity Guide! This week I have a series of crossover podcast episodes with Dr. Ali Novitsky. In these episodes, Dr. Ali talks to us about all things fitness; it’s an amazing and inclusive series that aims to provide resources a...

Sep 11, 202336 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Bonus Mini Series: Episode 3 - with Ali Novitsky

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Ep 3: Tracking Body Composition Changes Thanks for listening to The Obesity Guide! This week I have a series of crossover podcast episodes with Dr. Ali Novitsky. In these episodes, Dr. Ali talks to us about all things fitness; it’s an amazing and inclusive series that aims to provide resources and support for...

Sep 11, 202337 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Bonus Mini Series: Episode 4 - with Ali Novitsky

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Ep 4: Your Easy Guide to Getting Adequate Protein Thanks for listening to The Obesity Guide! This week I have a series of crossover podcast episodes with Dr. Ali Novitsky. In these episodes, Dr. Ali talks to us about all things fitness; it’s an amazing and inclusive series that aims to provide resources and s...

Sep 11, 202338 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Creating a Healthy Body Image with Judith Gaton

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Have you ever heard the phrase “If you don't love ‘em, let ‘em go”? In this week’s episode, we welcome Judith Gaton in to participate in a healing discussion on body image, confidence, and how the right approach to curating a wardrobe you love can do wonders for your self-assurance. Judith shares her shopping...

Sep 04, 202344 minSeason 1Ep. 29

Does saying yes to bariatric surgery mean saying no to GLP-1s?

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. “Are GLP-1s even an option after bariatric surgery?” It’s an important discussion that unfortunately is surrounded by a world of misinformation and improper care. So today I’m here to help educate patients and physicians alike on how bariatric surgery and GLP-1s relate to each other, and if it’s possible to t...

Aug 28, 202316 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Three Types of Action that Get Results

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. When I see people losing weight and keeping it off, it is not an accident. When someone is struggling or having a hard time, those thoughts can start to creep in like ‘Why is my body doing this to me?’ or ‘Why does it have to be hard for me?’. All of those thoughts are valid but the real focus should be on ta...

Aug 21, 202321 minSeason 1Ep. 27

How to Avoid Muscle Loss with GLP-1 Medications with Dr. Ali Novitsky

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Are you someone that tends to shy away from exercise? We know movement is important but when you don't know where to start, what's reasonable, or why you're doing it, those mental blocks can get in the way of success. Today I have invited a true leader in this space, Dr. Ali Novitsky, to motivate us to ditch ...

Aug 14, 202340 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Harnessing Accountability to Stay on Track

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. When it comes to achieving sustainable change, you don't have to do it alone. In fact, the more you can embrace the power of accountability, the more sustainable success you’re likely to see in your weight management journey. Whether it’s regular check-ins with healthcare professionals or forming supportive c...

Aug 07, 202321 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Your Guide to Sustainable Nutrition with Brooke Simonson

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Are you tired of jumping from one fad diet to another? Do you want a realistic and sustainable approach to nutrition that will transform your lifestyle for the better? Today I am joined by a very special guest, Nutrition Coach Brooke Simonson, who shares her wealth of knowledge, personal struggles, and practi...

Jul 31, 202337 minSeason 1Ep. 24
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