EPISODE · Mar 30, 2026 · 18 MIN
Obesity: Not Simply Calories In and Calories Out
from Fuller Living With Dr. Ashitey · host dr.ash2010
Obesity is often reduced to one idea: calories in, calories out.But that explanation doesn’t fully capture what’s happening in the body—or why it can feel so difficult to change.In this episode of Fuller Living with Dr. Ashitey, we reframe obesity as a medical condition, not just a number on a scale. We walk through how it’s defined, why it matters, and what’s actually happening beneath the surface.You’ll learn how biology, environment, and daily life all influence hunger, fullness, and energy use.We also talk about what this means for treatment, and how to start supporting your body in a more effective and sustainable way.In this episode, we cover:• What obesity is (and what it isn’t)• Why “calories in, calories out” is incomplete• How hunger, fullness, and energy use are regulated• The role of biology, environment, and life context• How to approach change in a more effective wayIf this episode helped you think about this differently, share it with someone who needs to hear it.Follow the podcast so you don’t miss what’s coming next, and leave a five-star review to help more people find this information.
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