Rekha Kumar
Endocrinologist and obesity medicine expert at Weill Cornell Medicine. She provides expertise on the different types of sugar and their effects on the body.
Top 3 podcasts with Rekha Kumar
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Dec 31, 2024 • 1h 3min
Dr. Rekha Kumar on GLP-1s, Metabolic Health, and the Power of Personalized Weight Care
Join Dr. Rekha Kumar, Chief Medical Officer at Found and a leading expert in obesity medicine, as she delves into the fascinating world of metabolic health. She discusses the misconceptions surrounding obesity and the importance of personalized, holistic care. Learn about cutting-edge GLP-1 medications, the role of nutrition in combating obesity, and how lifestyle choices impact metabolic health. Dr. Kumar also highlights practical strategies to maintain muscle mass and the significance of understanding health beyond traditional metrics like BMI.
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May 1, 2025 • 34min
In Good Health: Is Sugar Poison?
Rekha Kumar, an endocrinologist and obesity medicine expert, joins Maya Feller, a registered dietitian and nutrition founder. They dive into the staggering average of sugar intake among Americans, arguing the health risks attached to excess consumption. Kumar clarifies the myths surrounding natural versus added sugars, while Feller tackles consumer confusion over food labels. They discuss the alarming sugar consumption in children and emphasize the need for informed dietary choices amidst systemic challenges involving the sugar industry.
Jan 23, 2026 • 49min
Is It OK To Stay on GLP-1s Forever? Dr Rekha Kumar
Dr Rekha Kumar, an endocrinologist specializing in metabolic and hormone health, explains how GLP-1 drugs are reshaping medicine and culture. She explores risks of overreliance versus lifestyle, the return of thin-era aesthetics, impacts on menopause and fertility, weight-regain and long-term treatment debates, the rise of gray-market peptides, and how oral formulations could change access.
