Understanding Metabolic Health: Top Ten Strategies (Part 2)

In this episode of Fat Science, Dr. Emily Cooper, Andrea Taylor and Mark Wright continue exploring the top ten positive things you can do for your metabolism, focusing on steps five through one. With an honest and approachable discussion, this episode sheds light on essential topics like endocrine disruptors, nutrition, sleep, body image, and why the focus should be on health, not weight. Get practical advice for positive changes you can implement in your daily life.

Key Takeaways:

Endocrine Disruptors – Learn about EDCs and MDCs, their widespread presence, and steps to minimize exposure for better metabolic health.

Nutrition for Health, Not Weight Loss – Shift your focus to fueling your body and maintaining a positive relationship with food, emphasizing nutrition over diet restrictions.

Sleep and Sleep Apnea – Understand the critical role of sleep in metabolism, and consider sleep apnea testing to improve metabolic function and overall well-being.

Body Image – Address the influence of societal pressures and focus on positive self-image to support metabolic health, being mindful of language around children.

Focus on Health, Not Weight – Highlight the importance of prioritizing health metrics over weight, and recognize the limitations of using BMI as a sole indicator of health.

Resources:

• Connect with Dr. Emily Cooper on LinkedIn.
• Connect with Mark Wright on LinkedIn.
• Connect with Andrea Taylor on Instagram.

Fat Science is a podcast on a mission to explain where our fat really comes from and why it won’t go and stay away. We are committed to creating a world where people are empowered with accurate information about metabolism and recognize that fat isn’t a failure. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

If you have a question for Dr. Cooper, send an email to dr.c@fatsciencepodcast.com. If you have a show idea, feedback, or just want to connect, you can also reach us us at info@diabesityinstitute.org.

Fat Science is supported by the non-profit Diabesity Institute which is on a mission to increase access to effective, science-based medical care for those suffering from or at risk for diabesity. https://diabesityresearchfoundation.org/