Ep 55: Quieting the Food Noise: Obesity, GLP-1s, and Bariatric Surgery with Dr. Eric Smith

Send us Fan MailObesity is complex—and it’s not a willpower problem. Bariatric surgeon Dr. Eric Smith joins us to break down what really drives the obesity epidemic. We discuss the modern food environment, food addiction, food noise, stress, GLP-1 medications, and how surgery fits into the modern obesity treatment landscape.  We'll unpack why body composition—not just pounds lost—matters, explore how to choose the right tools, and why long-term success always comes back to lifestyle and habit change.Find Dr. Eric SmithKentucky Bariatric Institute@doctorericsmith_tik tok: doctorericsmiththestartinggatepodcast.comEmail us with questions and topics you want us to cover at [email protected] us on social media @thestartinggatepodcastThe content in this podcast is for general reference and educational purposes only.  It is not meant to be complete or exhaustive, or to be applicable to anyspecific individual’s medical condition.   No information provided in this podcast constitutes medical advice and is not an attempt to practice medicine or to provide specific medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  This podcast does not create a physician- patient relationship and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Please do not rely on this podcast for emergency medical treatment.  Remember that everyone is different so make sure you consult your own healthcare professional before seeking any new treatment and before you alter, suspend, or initiate a new change in your routine.