Forget about juice cleanses and colonics, the BEST type of detox is a social media detox!

This week I’m turning 40. Yup, the big 4-0.

And as I’m reflecting on what I want my future to look like, it has me thinking about social media, the online world, and how I don’t want to be sucked into that anymore. I don’t want my kids falling into the addictive trap of social media when they get a little older – so I need to lead by example.

On today’s episode of the High on Life podcast, I share lessons I’ve learned from leaving social media, removing all social platforms from my phone, and the freedom on the other side.

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What new medications are coming down the pipeline in Obesity Medicine? I explore the latest and greatest in obesity pharmacotherapy with my guest today, Dr. Sean Wharton.

Dr. Wharton is one of the leading Canadian researchers in Obesity Medicine. He is co-lead author of the Canadian Obesity Guidelines and the primary author of many of the clinical trials in bariatric medicine and type 2 diabetes. We discussed what is being studied in Phase 2 and 3 clinical trials in obesity management including:

• Semaglutide (Wegovy/Ozempic)
• Tirzepatide (Mounjaro/Zepbound)
• Retatrutide (GLP1, GIP, glucagon triple analogue)
• Cagrisema (amylin/GLP1 dual analogue)
• Bimagrumab (human monoclonal antibody)
• Cannabinoid-receptor antagonists (CB1)
• Orforglipron
• Oral GLP1 peptides
• Medications taken once monthly

**A small error that Dr. Wharton wanted to correct. The Amgen molecule discussed today is a GIPR antagonist, not a glucagon antagonist.

This week’s show brought to you by FRIDAY’S HEALTH.

If you’re in the USA looking for a healthcare provider and comprehensive obesity medicine program to support you in a science-backed, compassionate way, then check out Fridays Health. Each patient works with a medical provider as well as a team of coaches to pair medical treatment with effective behavioural support. Use code HIGH to get $20 USD off the first month of your membership.

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A priority of mine is teaching my three kids how to live a healthy life. I want them to know that living healthy feels great, is fun, and opens the door to so many other opportunities in life.

Teaching and modeling a healthy lifestyle is something I’m working at intentionally – and on today’s episode of the High on Life podcast, I share 7 easy tips that have worked in our family. I hope they’ll be helpful in yours too!

Topics I cover:

1. Modeling – monkey see, monkey do
2. Taking advantage of when they’re hungry
3. Screen time
4. Our approach to eating and food
5. Preparing in advance
6. Emotional regulation
7. The VIP stomach concept

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Have you ever wondered if your metabolism is just broken, and THAT’s why you can’t lose weight?

On today’s episode of the podcast, I break down metabolism, basal metabolic rate, energy expenditure… and how all of it relates to weight loss.

Topics covered:

1. What is metabolism
2. What is basal metabolic rate
3. What is total energy expenditure
4. How can I improve my metabolic rate?
5. Can I make my metabolism faster?
6. Are there foods that can boost my metabolism?

This week’s show brought to you by FRIDAY’S HEALTH.

If you’re in the USA looking for a healthcare provider and comprehensive obesity medicine program to support you in a science-backed, compassionate way, then check out Fridays Health. Each patient works with a medical provider as well as a team of coaches to pair medical treatment with effective behavioural support. Use code HIGH to get $20 USD off the first month of your membership.

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If you are considering or starting a GLP1 Medication for chronic weight management (eg. Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Saxenda or Zepbound), then I want to offer some tips to increase your success using these medical treatments!

This episode is for educational purposes only – you must speak with your own healthcare provider for individual health advice.

I cover appropriate usage of GLP1 meds, titration suggestions to minimize side effects, as well as nutrition & lifestyle considerations.

This week’s show brought to you by FRIDAY’S HEALTH.

If you’re in the USA looking for a healthcare provider and comprehensive obesity medicine program to support you in a science-backed, compassionate way, then check out Fridays Health. Each patient works with a medical provider as well as a team of coaches to pair medical treatment with effective behavioural support. Use code HIGH to get $20 USD off the first month of your membership.

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Wegovy (Semaglutide 2.4mg) is finally available in Canada as of May 6, 2024.

The purpose of this episode is to answer all of your questions about Wegovy! Including….

• What is Wegovy and why are we talking about it?
• Who should take Wegovy? Who should NOT take Wegovy?
• How does Wegovy work?
• How much weight do you lose on Wegovy?
• What are the main side effects?
• What happens when you stop?
• How long should you stay on it?
• What are the benefits beyond just weight loss
• Will your insurance cover Wegovy?
• How much does Wegovy cost in Canada?

Remember, this is for educational purposes only – it is not individual health advice.

This week’s show brought to you by FRIDAY’S HEALTH.

If you’re in the USA looking for a healthcare provider and comprehensive obesity medicine program to support you in a science-backed, compassionate way, then check out Fridays Health. Each patient works with a medical provider as well as a team of coaches to pair medical treatment with effective behavioural support. Use code HIGH to get $20 USD off the first month of your membership.

https://www.joinfridays.com/

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ARTICLES REFERENCES IN THIS EPISODE

STEP 1 https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2032183

STEP 1 Extension https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9542252/#:~:text=Conclusions,similar%20changes%20in%20cardiometabolic%20variables.

SUSTAIN-6 trial https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa1607141

SELECT trial https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2307563

On April 28th I ran my first Marathon. On today’s episode, I share 6 valuable lessons I learned through the training process.

Overview

1. Discipline is cultivated through discomfort
2. The process is the goal (it’s not about race day)
3. Setbacks are a part of the journey
4. Extreme Ownership
5. Self-talk matters
6. Community is powerful

Remember, you can do harder things than you know. Find little ways to surprise yourself and push yourself – and discover joy in the process!

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Is it better to buy organic meat for weight loss?

Should you avoid seed oils and eat gluten-free?

Is there value in eating to your menstrual cycles?

I cover these questions on today’s podcast. I discuss how easy it is for us to fixate on solutions that don’t actually fix the problem we’re trying to solve.

I’ll share why I believe none of that truly matters for weight loss and what you should focus on instead.

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