Obesity Medicine Meets Culinary Medicine with Dr. Nisha Patel

Dr. Falquier chats with obesity medicine specialist, Dr. Nisha Patel, who is also certified in culinary medicine, about the latest tools and strategies for sustainable weight management. From the rising use of GLP-1 medications to the powerful role of culinary medicine, Dr. Patel breaks down the science of how these medications function, whether they’re to be taken long term, and why what we eat still matters. If you’ve been wondering if medication for weight management is right for you, this episode is a must listen!            In this episode you’ll hear:3:00 – Medication and lifestyle changes for weight loss.5:30 – What is a GLP-1?8:50 – The effects of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists on appetite regulation and cravings.12:45 – Weight management dream team.15:15 – How culinary medicine fits into Dr. Patel’s practice?18:00 – Are GLP-1 medications taken for the long term?25:45 – Negative side effects of GLP-1 medications.29:40 – What we eat still matters with medication.34:10 – Thoughts on RFK Jr. leading the Department of Health and Human Services.35:40 – Health and wellbeing beyond the number on the scale.Thank you to our episode sponsor, Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts.  Credits:Host - Dr. Sabrina Falquier, MD, CCMS, DipABLMSound and Editing - Will CrannExecutive Producer - Esther Garfin  ©2025 Alternative Food Network Inc.Dr. Sabrina Falquier is a board-certified physician and a leader in Culinary Medicine. She specializes in bridging the gap between scientific evidence and the actual food on your plate, empowering listeners to use the kitchen as a place of wellness and healing.Show Topics Include: Nutrition, Food as Medicine, Health and Wellness Podcasting, Microbiome, Metabolism, Weight loss, Gut health, Healthy recipes, Health, Inflammation, Longevity, Blood sugar, Protein, Magnesium, Sleep quality, Immunity, Hormone balance, Sunday meal prep, Medically tailored meals (MTM), Produce Prescription (PRx), Prevention, Teaching kitchen, Health equity, Evidence-based nutrition, food podcast insights