Metabolic Syndrome And Kids
Fat Science15 Jan 2024

Metabolic Syndrome And Kids

Peel back the layers on a topic that's as sensitive as it is crucial—how metabolic dysfunction manifests in children and shapes their futures.

Dr. Emily Cooper guides co-hosts Mark Wright and Andrea Taylor through the maze of signs that signal metabolic woes in our kids, from abnormal blood pressure to the subtleties of growth patterns. Wright and Taylor share experiences from their youth, highlighting the emotional turmoil wrought by childhood weight struggles. Dr. Cooper underscores the power of early detection and intervention while advocating against the restrictive diets and societal pressures that only exacerbate the issue.

Together, they confront the harsh reality that even children at an average weight can struggle with metabolic syndrome—a condition once thought reserved for adults. This episode is a must-listen for insights on safeguarding our children's health, offering actionable advice for a healthier future.

Resources from the episode:

  1. Learn more about Fat Science here.
  2. Connect with Dr. Emily Cooper on LinkedIn.
  3. Connect with Andrea Taylor on LinkedIn.
  4. Connect with Mark Wright on LinkedIn.

Fat Science is a podcast on a mission to explain where our fat really comes from and why it won’t go (and stay!) away. In each episode, we share little-known facts and personal experiences to dispel misconceptions, reduce stigma, and instill hope. Fat Science is committed to creating a world where people are empowered with accurate information about metabolism and recognize that fat isn’t a failure. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

If you have a show idea, feedback, or just want to connect, email Mark Wright at mark@beatsworking.show.

Episoder(129)

Mailbag: Fasting, Food Noise & GLP-1s

Mailbag: Fasting, Food Noise & GLP-1s

Ever wonder why fasting worked at first — then stopped? Or why you lost 80 pounds only to gain back 100?In this mailbag episode, Dr. Emily Cooper, Mark Wright, and Andrea Taylor tackle the most misund...

23 Mar 44min

Why You Keep Waking Up at Night — What 15,000 Patient Encounters Reveal About Sleep and Metabolism

Why You Keep Waking Up at Night — What 15,000 Patient Encounters Reveal About Sleep and Metabolism

Are you getting eight hours in bed but still waking up exhausted?Dr. Emily Cooper shares groundbreaking findings from nearly 15,000 patient encounters at her metabolic clinic. The data reveals surpris...

16 Mar 49min

Mailbag: Your GLP-1 Questions: Hair Loss, Blood Sugar Spikes & Hormone Therapy

Mailbag: Your GLP-1 Questions: Hair Loss, Blood Sugar Spikes & Hormone Therapy

Think squashing your post-meal glucose spike is the healthy thing to do? What if that flat line on your CGM is actually telling your brain you didn't eat — and slowing your metabolism as a result?This...

9 Mar 50min

Why GLP-1s Alone May Not Be Enough: A Listener's Real Story

Why GLP-1s Alone May Not Be Enough: A Listener's Real Story

What happens when you do everything "right" — the GLP-1, the protein shake, the tracking — and the scale still won't budge? This episode reveals why doing everything “right” might actually be a big pa...

2 Mar 56min

The Science Behind the New Wegovy Pill: One-On-One with Novo Nordisk’s Dr. Jason Brett.

The Science Behind the New Wegovy Pill: One-On-One with Novo Nordisk’s Dr. Jason Brett.

The Science Behind the New Wegovy Pill (with Novo Nordisk’s Dr. Jason Brett)What actually makes a GLP-1 pill work in the real world—and why does taking it come with such specific rules? And if these m...

23 Feb 1h

Mailbag: Your GLP-1 Questions on Pregnancy, Dosing, and Why Diets Cause Fat Gain

Mailbag: Your GLP-1 Questions on Pregnancy, Dosing, and Why Diets Cause Fat Gain

Mailbag: Your GLP-1 Questions on Pregnancy, Dosing, and Why Diets Cause Fat GainWhat happens when you stop GLP-1 medications before getting pregnant? Why might your thyroid numbers change on Zepbound?...

16 Feb 43min

Wegovy Pill vs. Injection — A Doctor Breaks Down the Newest Form of GLP-1

Wegovy Pill vs. Injection — A Doctor Breaks Down the Newest Form of GLP-1

Wegovy Pill: Who's It For?The new Wegovy pill is generating massive buzz — but is it actually better than the injection? Before you ask your doctor to switch, there are some surprising requirements th...

9 Feb 46min

Why GLP-1 Medications Work Even When the Scale Doesn't Move

Why GLP-1 Medications Work Even When the Scale Doesn't Move

What if the scale isn't moving, but your health is dramatically improving?If you've ever felt discouraged because the number on the scale won't budge—even on a GLP-1 medication—this episode will chang...

2 Feb 43min

Populært innen Helse

lydartikler-fra-aftenposten
fastlegen
hvordan-har-du-det-mann
rss-gukild-johaug
psykodrama
leger-om-livet
rss-garne-damer
relasjonspodden-med-dora-thorhallsdottir-kjersti-idem
foreldreradet
bak-fasaden-en-reise-i-livet-med-sykepleier-ine
morten-ramm-lar-kakla-ga-til-du-sovner
rss-lopedrommen
klimaks
hjernesterk
hormonelle-frida
rss-sunn-okonomi
sinnsyn
g-punktet
helsetipspodden
hverdagspsyken