Such a fascinating and jam-packed conversation with my guy - Calvin Scheller. Calvin has a real talent for breaking down complex science + together we dive into what actually influences our appetite. Topics discussed:

-What drives people to eat?

-How environment, psychology, and physiology influence what (and how much) we eat.

-Defining appetite: what it actually means.

-The role of the hypothalamus and brain in assessing our body's needs.

-Orexigenic vs. anorexigenic signaling (aka the signals that drive us to eat more or less).

-Hormones you’ve probably heard of - cortisol, serotonin, and dopamine & how they impact hunger.

-A deep dive into leptin: what it is, how it works, and what leptin resistance means.

-Why people with higher body fat levels might actually experience more hunger, not less.

-GLP-1 and GIP: their role in appetite suppression and a discussion around common weight loss medications.

+ so much more in-between. I loved this chat + I know you will too!

Where to find Calvin:

IG: @calvin_scheller

TikTok: @physiologywithcalvin

Check out Calvin's Coaching HERE

Where to find me:

IG: @lukesmithrd

Check out my website HERE

TIA for listening!!

The prevalence of insulin resistance and pre-diabetes is on the rise so I wanted to break down this topic and go a little more in-depth on what it is/what to do about it. Topics discussed:

-What insulin resistance is and why it's important.

-How is this related to pre-diabetes? How do you diagnose pre-diabetes?

-Why does insulin resistance happen and how long does it take to develop?

-Nutrition + lifestyle interventions that can improve insulin sensitivity.

-If I had pre-diabetes and wanted to reverse it, what would I do?

+ so much more in-between.

Interested in learning more about diabetes, insulin resistance, low carb/keto diet and blood glucose spikes? Check out episodes 47, 50 & 106.

Where to find me:

IG: @lukesmithrd

Check out my website HERE

TIA for listening!!

Loved this chat with with my friend + fellow RD/nutrition coach - Michelle Yates, MS, RD. Topics discussed:

-Postpartum challenges/internal conflicts for moms (and dads/primary caregivers)

-What things influence our body image, eating patterns + thoughts around food?

-How our psychology and past experiences shape our perceptions of reality.

-Spotting disordered thinking + eating patterns + what to do about it.

-Common disordered eating patterns new moms might struggle with postpartum.

-Our thoughts on the 'bounce back culture' we live in.

-The idea around what you do matters less than the intention behind it.

-Why it’s not just about what you do—but the intention behind it (especially when it comes to food choices, body goals, and self-care routines)

+ so much more in-between. I know you'll love this episode!

Where to find Michelle:

IG + Social Media: @yatesnutrition

Website: https://yatesnutrition.com/

Podcast: Nourished & Free

Where to find me:

IG: @lukesmithrd

Check out my website HERE

TIA for listening!