How To Address Weight In A Body Positive Culture

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tzvi Doron, a board-certified Family and Obesity Medicine physician and lipidology expert, to unpack the middle ground between body neutrality and evidence-based obesity care.

We talk about how to approach weight without shame, how weight loss impacts lipids and cardiometabolic risk, and why protecting lean mass should be your new top priority in weight management.

Key Takeaways

Weight ≠ worth. But it still influences health, and that’s okay to address.
Ask permission first. “Is it okay if we talk about how your weight may be impacting your health?” opens the door without judgment.
Protect lean mass. Resistance training + adequate protein are non-negotiable for long-term health.
Obesity is a brain disease. Effective care focuses on underlying drivers, not just pounds lost.
Success looks different. Better labs, more energy, improved function, and confidence count as wins.

Resources Mentioned

Episode 111 | HDL Good, LDL Bad — It’s Not That Simple
Obesity Medicine Nutrition Course: Earn 10.5 CE credits and learn how to help patients change (use code POD15 for 15% off)
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