Show Notes
There’s no shortage of weight loss advice, but what does the evidence actually say?
In this episode of Good Health by Good Food, Dr. Alex George and GP Dr. Chintal Patel cut through the noise to answer one key question: what is the healthiest, most sustainable way to lose weight? From fad diets and calorie counting to the rise of weight loss injections, they unpack the biggest myths and explore what truly works in the real world. Dr. Alex also shares his own weight loss journey, offering honest insight into what helped, and what didn’t. T
hey dive into key topics including:
• Whether you really need to feel hungry to lose weight
• Why cutting out entire food groups often backfires
• The role of protein, exercise, and muscle in weight loss
• Why the number on the scales doesn’t tell the full story
• The realities (and risks) of weight loss injections like GLP-1s
With a strong focus on long-term health, this episode is about building habits you can actually stick to, without extreme fads or quick fixes. If you’re tired of yo-yo dieting or feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice, this episode will help you reset your approach and focus on what really matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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