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The Obesity Doctor Podcast

by Dr. Sasha High

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198. Meet CagriSema: The GLP1-Amylin New Kid on the Block

October 26, 2026 · 26 min

The New Kid on the block, coming 2027 (ish?), is CagriSema. Today, I’m giving you a clear, evidence-based introduction.In this episode, I explain what amylin is, why combining it with semaglutide is a new approach, and what the REDEFINE…
197. Women’s Mental Health Across Reproductive Transitions: PMDD, Menopause & More with Psychiatrist Dr. Ariel Dalfen

October 19, 2026 · 46 min

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Ariel Dalfen, a psychiatrist and women’s mental health specialist, to explore the intersection of reproductive hormones, mental health, body image, eating disorders, and metabolic health.We talk about why…
196. The Weekend Trap: Why Your Weekends Are Sabotaging Your Weight Loss

October 12, 2026 · 21 min

Why does staying on track with weight loss often feel so much easier during the week, only to become more challenging once Friday afternoon rolls around?In this episode, Tedi Glik, RD will break down what the “weekend effect” is, and how…
195. GLP-1 Maintenance: What Do We Actually Know?

October 5, 2026 · 29 min

What happens after you’ve lost the weight you wanted to lose?In this episode, I’m looking at what we actually know about maintaining weight loss with GLP-1–based medications. The evidence so far suggests that for most people, continuing…
194. Building an Obesity Medicine Practice, Clinical Insights, and Lessons Learned with Dr. Tasneem Sajwani

September 28, 2026 · 39 min

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tasneem Sajwani, Medical Director of the Edmonton Weight Management Centre, for a behind-the-scenes look at the world of obesity medicine. We discuss how she found her passion for this field, the…

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193. Understanding Facial Changes After GLP-1 Weight Loss with Dermatologist Dr. Kucy Pon

September 21, 2026 · 28 min

Significant weight loss can be life-changing for your health—but it can also lead to changes in facial volume, skin laxity, and the way we see ourselves in the mirror. In this episode, I’m joined by dermatologist Dr. Kucy Pon to unpack…
192. Top Metabolism Killers

September 14, 2026 · 27 min

Feeling like your metabolism is “broken” can be frustrating, especially when you’re eating well and exercising but not seeing the results you expect. In this episode, Tedi Glik, RD, MPH, breaks down three common factors that can make…
191. Summer Series Part 2: How to Navigate Challenges in Your Eating

August 24, 2026 · 23 min

Summer can make healthy eating feel more challenging, but you don’t need to be perfect to stay on track. In this episode, Tedi Glik, RD, MPH, shares practical strategies for navigating unexpected meals, social pressure, cravings, and…
190. Summer Series Part 1: Balancing Enjoyment With Your Weight-Loss Goals

August 17, 2026 · 25 min

Summer brings travel, restaurants, BBQs, cottage weekends, and more social eating—which can make weight loss feel impossible.In This EpisodeWe cover practical strategies to:- Plan ahead: Map out your week and anticipate social meals.- Stay…
189. GLP-1 Therapy and Bone Density: Separating Signal from Noise with Dr. Sandra Cortina

July 20, 2026 · 30 min

Do GLP-1 medications affect bone health?GLP-1 medications have transformed obesity treatment, but they've also sparked important questions about bone health, bone density, and fracture risk.In this episode, I’m joined by obesity medicine…
188. Why Am I Not Losing Weight? The 5 Reasons You're Stuck (And What to Do Next)

July 13, 2026 · 21 min

You're eating healthy, exercising, and doing everything you think you should, but the scale isn't moving. So what's going on?In this episode, we explore the five most common reasons weight loss stalls, including hidden calorie intake…
187. Hot Flashes, Hormones & Menopause: A Conversation with Dr. Sheila Wijayasinghe

July 6, 2026 · 40 min

Menopause is something every woman will experience, yet many still feel confused, dismissed, or overwhelmed when symptoms begin. In this conversation, I’m joined by Dr. Sheila Wijayasinghe to unpack the realities of perimenopause…

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About the show

Weight, health, and metabolism — without extremes or oversimplification. Hosted by Internal Medicine and Obesity Physician Dr. Sasha High, this podcast explores the biology of weight, the reality of behaviour change, and the nuance often missing from mainstream conversations. From GLP1 medications to emotional eating, from metabolic health to mindset, you'll get practical, evidence-based insights without extremes or oversimplification. This podcast is for those who want to understand their bodies, make sustainable changes, and build health that lasts. FOLLOW Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sashahighmd/ WORK WITH ME Obesity Medicine Clinic in Ontario, Canada - https://www.highmetabolicclinic.com Best Weight for Women - https://www.sashahighmd.com/bestweight Recover Strong for Binge Eating - https://www.sashahighmd.com/bed