Show Notes
Feel like you’re doing everything right but still struggling with hunger, cravings, or weight? You’re not broken, and it’s not about willpower.
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jason Fung to break down the real drivers of hunger, why calories in vs calories out doesn’t tell the full story, and how your hormones, environment, and habits are shaping your appetite every single day.
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Topics Discussed:
→ Why am I always hungry even after eating?
→ How do hormones affect hunger and weight gain?
→ What are the three types of hunger?
→ Do ultra-processed foods increase cravings?
→ How can I stabilize my blood sugar naturally?
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Timestamps:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:00:55 - Calories In, Calories Out
→ 00:06:52 - Appetite Regulation
→ 00:12:10 - Weight Loss Drugs
→ 00:17:03 - Hormones + Weight Gain
→ 00:22:33 - Processed Foods
→ 00:29:11 - Insulin Resistance
→ 00:32:31 - Food Addiction
→ 00:36:05 - Three Types Of Hunger
→ 00:49:04 - Food As Reward
→ 00:54:02 - Food Boundaries
→ 00:59:17 - Portion Control
→ 01:02:45 - Three Golden Rules
→ 01:07:33 - Calorie Counting
Further Listening:
→ How to Take Control of Your Health in a Toxic Food Landscape
Check Out Dr. Jason:
→ The Hunger Code (Book)
→ Website
→ X(Twitter)
→ YouTube
Check Out Kelly:
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