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This Podcast Burns Fat!

by Dr. Lori Shemek and Omar Cumberbatch

This Podcast Burns Fat is the dedicated resource to helping you create lasting weight loss while optimizing your health. Loaded with cutting-edge interviews from the top experts in weight loss and weight management, This Podcast Burns Fat provides you with actionable and simple information to help you move forward and stay on track with your weight loss.It is our mission to help people make sense of the plethora of complex nutrition and science, including the conflicting information that is so prevalent. You will no longer be frustrated, you will be motivated!Dr. Lori Shemek, and Health Coach Omar Cumberbatch dig deep into the many facets of health in order for you to transform your weight and live your best life ever.

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Episodes

  1. Crushing the "American Culture Crisis": Sleep, Food, and Habits with Scott Pectol!

    Author and speaker Scott Pectol shares how he went from stressed, sleep-deprived, and on autopilot to energized, leaner, and purpose-driven—without extreme gimmicks. After a harsh wake-up call from his doctor, a deep dive into sleep science, Blue Zones eating, and the "happiness macronutrients"...

  2. The Truth About Probiotics, Gut Health, and Fat Loss with Jared St. Clair

    In this episode of This Podcast Burns Fat!, we welcome natural health expert and supplement industry veteran Jared St. Clair for a deep dive into gut health, probiotics, and how your microbiome impacts fat loss. Jared shares incredible insights from decades in the natural health space, including...

  3. Constipation, Gut Health & Weight Loss Resistance with "The Poop Queen" Liz Roman

    In this eye-opening episode, we welcome gut health expert and functional nutrition practitioner Liz Roman, famously known as The Poop Queen, to dig deep (pun intended) into one of the most overlooked causes of weight loss resistance: constipation and gut dysfunction. With a powerful personal...

  4. Breaking the Myths of Modern Medicine: Dr. Tom Cowan Uncovers the Truth

    Is everything we've been taught about health, disease, and biology a lie? 🧐 In this mind-expanding episode of the This Podcast Burns Fat!, we welcome Dr. Tom Cowan—a physician, author, and thought leader who has spent decades challenging conventional medical wisdom. Dr. Cowan reveals shocking...

  5. Ancient Medicine, Modern Benefits: How Cupping Enhances Fat Loss & Wellness with Dr. Tom Ingegno

    In this episode of This Podcast Burns Fat!, we dive deep into the world of cupping therapy and integrative medicine with Dr. Tom Ingegno, DACM—a leading expert with 23+ years of experience in acupuncture and East Asian medicine. 🌿 Dr. Tom breaks down the science and benefits of cupping…

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  6. Deprogramming Diet Culture: A Holistic Approach with Dr. Supatra Tovar

    In this insightful episode, we sit down with Dr. Supatra Tovar, the only clinical psychologist who is also a registered dietitian, to explore her revolutionary approach to health and wellness. Dr. Tovar shares her personal journey from acting in Hollywood to becoming a dual-licensed expert…

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  7. The Diet Detox- Detoxifying Your Body from the Damage of Past Diets with Joe Hoye

    In this episode of This Podcast Burns Fat, we sit down with Joe Hoye, founder of Hoye Fit and creator of the Diet Detox Method, to explore how past diets can damage your metabolism and relationship with food. Joe shares his insights on breaking free from restrictive dieting, rebuilding metabolic...

  8. Nutrition, Supplements, and Polysaccharides: Dr. John Lewis on Elevating Wellness!

    In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. John Lewis, a leading expert in clinical nutrition, researcher, and founder of Dr. Lewis Nutrition™. With over 180 peer-reviewed publications and decades of experience, Dr. Lewis shares groundbreaking insights on the role of polysaccharides in...

  9. The 9 Pillars of Resilience with Dr. Stephen Sideroff

    In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Stephen Sideroff, a clinical psychologist, resilience expert, and author of The 9 Pillars of Resilience. Dr. Sideroff shares how building resilience can be a game-changer in achieving and sustaining weight loss goals. We dive into the nine key pillars that...

  10. Optimizing Gut Health with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz!

    Gut health plays a pivotal role in our overall well-being, influencing everything from digestion to immune function and even mental health. The gut houses trillions of microorganisms, collectively known as the microbiome, which work to break down food, absorb nutrients, and protect against...

  11. Unlocking Sustainable Weight Loss Through Functional Medicine with Lacy Lain

    Anyone who has listened to this podcast knows that we aren't big fans of band-aids. Patching things up without getting to the root cause isn't the way to long-term success when it comes to our health. That's why we are huge fans of functional medicine. Functional medicine is a patient-centered,...

  12. Dare to Lose: Vitality, Weight Loss, and Living Your Healthiest Life with Dr. Allan Mishra

    There is no doubt that there is a powerful connection between vitality and weight loss. The importance of building a vitality-driven lifestyle through discipline, optimal sleep, personalized nutrition, and mental fortitude, helps us unlock our peak physical and mental performance. To demonstrate...

  13. The Continuous Glucose Monitor Revolution with Dr. Paul Kolodzik!

    Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is transforming the way we approach health, weight management, and chronic disease prevention. Understanding glucose levels in real-time can empower individuals to make informed decisions about their diet, exercise, and lifestyle, ultimately leading to better...

  14. Mastering Menopause and Perimenopause with Stephanie Crassweller!

    Two of the most difficult times for weight management is menopause and perimenopause. Navigating the change in hormones is one of the most difficult and frustrating periods for a majority of women. The lifestyle and diet habits that used to work shift and don't work quite like they used to. Yet,...

  15. Are Seed Oils Worse Than Smoking? Dr. Cate Shanahan Says YES!

    Did you know that eating a large serving of french fries—cooked in vegetable oil—delivers the toxicity of smoking 24 cigarettes? Talk about a public health disaster! In fact, there's a huge list of issues that seed oils have been linked to because it promotes free radical toxicity and depletes...

  16. From Inflammation to Fitness: How Eating 30 Plants a Week Can Change Your Life with Stephen Perrine

    Join us as we explore New York Times bestselling author Stephen Perrine's new book, The Full-Body Fat Fix. Perrine reveals how diversifying your microbiome can lead to a leaner, healthier body and improved mental health, all within a week. Discover the science behind gut health, the importance of…

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  17. The Power Foods Diet with Dr. Neal Barnard

    In this episode, we explore groundbreaking insights from renowned nutrition researcher Dr. Neal Barnard on effective and sustainable weight loss. Dr. Barnard reveals three major breakthroughs that make shedding pounds easy and long-lasting without the usual calorie counting or deprivation. We…

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  18. Calm in the Storm: Dr. Matthew Lederman on Emotional Regulation with WeBe Kalm

    We all are well aware of the importance of managing stress when it comes to overall health and weight loss. Less stress reduces cortisol levels as well as decreasing the likelihood of stress-induced cravings and overeating. And one of the most effective tools to combat stress is controlled...

  19. Ayurvedic Medicine, Turmeric, and Weight Loss with Dr. Shivani Gupta!

    Ayurvedic medicine is an ancient practice that originating in India over 3,000 years ago and it is making a resurgence in the Western world. It is a holistic healing system focused on balancing the body, mind, and spirit. It emphasizes natural treatments, including diet, herbal remedies…

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  20. Balancing Blood Sugar: The Key to Overall Health with Amy Wilson!

    Balancing blood sugar is crucial for overall health. Blood sugar spikes and crashes can lead to diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. Stable blood sugar levels ensure consistent energy, improved mood, enhance cognitive function, and reduce cravings, which supports long-term wellness and…

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  21. The Inflammation Equation with Dr. Tom O'Bryan

    Understanding inflammation and its role in disease is one of the most critical missions this show is aimed to do. Inflammation is said to be the cause of 14 out of the top 15 causes of death in the world! Yet it is completely misunderstood by a majority of us, including the doctors that are…

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  22. How to Increase Weight Loss By Increasing Your Lung Capacity!

    It's amazing how something we do constantly can be done incorrectly. It's hard to believe that breathing is something that we are born doing and over time, is altered and creates a whole host of health issues. Weight loss does not escape this. By increasing our lung capacity by properly…

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  23. What We Really Hunger For with Kim Shapira!

    Lifestyle is the best medicine. With a proper lifestyle, we can see how we can live a healthy and thriving life that doesn't have to be very difficult to maintain. We also begin to see that food isn't always what we really are craving for and non-dieting is the new way of living. To expand on how...

  24. Unlocking the Mystery of Neuroimmune Conditioned Syndromes with Ashok Gupta

    Neuroimmune conditioned syndromes (NICS) affect an increasing number of people. These issues include Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, and Multiple Chemical Sensitivities, and the urgency for effective treatments has never been greater. So when a new and groundbreaking program is showing...

  25. The Lipedema Puzzle: Breaking Down the Myths and Misconceptions with Dr. David Amron

    Lipedema is an often misunderstood condition that causes abnormal fat accumulation and not many doctors are aware of its complexity. While distinct from obesity, its symptoms can lead to misdiagnosis. In this podcast, we delve into debunking myths by exploring scientific aspects, and discussing...

  26. The Back Door to Weight Loss: Simple Steps to Defeat Your Cravings!

    Mastering weight loss involves conquering cravings, the ultimate adversaries in unhealthy eating habits. By understanding and overcoming these urges, we can gain control over our dietary choices. For some of us, these urges appear to have complete control over us. But there are simple ways to…

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  27. Medical Peptide Therapy and Hormone Optimization with Dr. Eric Fete

    As we age, hormonal changes occur, impacting various bodily functions. During this time we may experience changes in growth hormone, insulin, and thyroid hormones, that affect metabolism, energy levels, muscle mass, and overall health. So what if we can gain a better understanding of these…

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  28. The Untold Story of Fascia's Role in Weight Management with Anna Rahe

    Our understanding of fascia is an ongoing process that continues to fascinate us all. Once it appeared to just be something that seemed to be in the way of our major organs and tissues, research is showing us just how powerful and important fascia is for our overall health and wellbeing. So it...

  29. Resolution Revolution: Mastering Your Goals Before the Ball Drops in 2024!

    It's well known that New Year's resoultions fizzle and burn well before they ever get any traction. It's not because we don't have the best intentions. After all, we all set them and have the desire to achieve these goals. But something happens, and it happens fast. In fact, Researchers suggest...

  30. The Power of Flexibility in Weight Management with Dr. Grayson Wickham!

    Although often overlooked, flexibility and mobility play a crucial role in weight loss. Regular stretching and mobility exercises improve muscle function, and enhance overall fitness. But probably the most important component is that it reduces pain and the chance of injury. If you're in pain or...

  31. Are You Ready for the Glutathione Revolution?

    Glutathione is a vital antioxidant that plays a crucial role in detoxification, protecting cells from oxidative stress and damage caused by free radicals. Glutathione also supports the immune system and is used in various medical treatments and supplements for its health benefits. But we do not...

  32. Feeling Safe Around Food with Ali Shapiro!

    Satisfying hunger is a fundamental human need crucial for survival and well-being. Hunger signals the body's need for nourishment, energy, and nutrients. But many of us suffer from feeling safety around food. This concept has been growing in recognition because many people are beginning to…

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  33. Understanding the Common Threads in Mental Health and Weight Loss with Evan Transue

    There are many commonalities between mental health and weight loss. In fact many of the lifestyle choices that we make create poor outcomes in both of these areas. Emotional factors, like stress, depression, and anxiety, often trigger unhealthy eating patterns, leading to weight gain. Conversely,...

  34. Liver Love with Nurse Doza!

    Often, we neglect to recognize the true importance of our liver in our day to day lives. In this episode, we are going to give the liver some much needs love and attention to acknowledge how critical it is for our overall health. In the world of weight loss, the liver plays a pivotal role in due…

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  35. The Solution is Sleep! The Missing Ingredient in Your Weight Loss Diet.

    Diet and exercise is aren't the only shows in town when it comes to weight loss. Sleep plays a crucial role in weight loss due to its impact on various physiological processes. Sleep supports hormone regulation, specifically leptin and ghrelin, which control appetite and hunger. Inadequate sleep...

  36. Wellness to Wonderful: The Missing Links to Next Level Health

    All the dieting in the world may not help you. In other words, there's more to wellness than a healthy diet. The word wellness is most often used to describe an aspirational state of physical health, attained by attention to diet and lifestyle. This episode expands on this and emphasizes the…

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  37. Fit Past Forty with Dr Anthony Balduzzi!

    Are you finding it increasingly difficult to maintain a healthy lifestyle as you enter your 40s? Don't worry, you're not alone. This is a truly challenging time highlighted by slower metabolism, hormonal changes, and just a busier lifestyle. But there's a way to combat these challenges head on…

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  38. Blood Sugar Doesn't Lie with Dr. Ben Galyardt!

    The truth hurts, and blood sugar levels don't lie. Blood sugar levels provide vital insights into our health, making them an indispensable metric. Their accuracy stems from their ability to reveal the body's true metabolic state. By monitoring and maintaining optimal blood sugar levels through...

  39. Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill with Udo Erasmus

    The role of dietary fats has undergone a transformative evolution. Formerly demonized, fats are now recognized for their essentiality in optimal health. So to be on the forefront of the scientific research that has unveiled the benefits of healthy fats, such as improved brain function, heart...

  40. Holy Hydrogen! How Molecular Hydrogen Is Revolutionizing the Health Industry

    Molecular hydrogen (H2) has been gaining attention as a powerful antioxidant and therapeutic agent in the health space. Study after study credit molecular hydrogen due to its ability to selectively neutralize damaging free radicals in the body. H2 has been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects,...

  41. How to Differentiate Between Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes

    A diagnosis of diabetes isn't just a diagnosis of diabetes. It is important to know the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes. They are two distinct conditions that require different approaches to management and treatment. And while blood sugar and insulin are key players in both, knowing...

  42. Procrastination-Proof Your Diet: Tips for Getting Started and Sticking to It

    Procrastination around dieting is a common issue that many people face. Whether it's putting off meal planning or postponing starting a new diet, the temptation to delay can be overwhelming. However, this behavior can be detrimental to achieving any of our weight loss goals. It's important to...

  43. Slim Down By Cleaning Up! The Role of Toxins in Weight Loss.

    Toxins can play a significant role in weight gain and weight loss. Our bodies are bombarded by toxins from a variety of sources, including food, the air we breathe, and the products we use. These toxins can accumulate in our bodies over time and can disrupt our hormonal balance, metabolism, and...

  44. The Link Between Autoimmunity and Weight Gain

    Autoimmunity and our weight are linked in several ways. Autoimmune disorders are conditions in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own healthy tissues, causing inflammation and damage. Many autoimmune disorders are associated with weight, and in order to resolve them both, we…

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  45. Permission to Eat: How to Give Yourself the Green Light

    In the world we live in that's dominated by diet culture, it often feels like we can't operate without some form of restriction when it comes to what we eat. So when the concept of intuitive eating comes up, many of us just don't feel comfortable trusting our natural instincts and listen to the...

  46. What are Medical Foods and How Do They Help You Lose Weight?

    We all are familiar with prescription drugs and supplements. However, Medical Foods are a unique category of FDA regulated products that meet the distinctive nutritional requirements or metabolic deficiencies of a particular disease state. Medical Foods have shown to support life or maintain...

  47. How to Reprogram the Mirror for Body Bliss

    Sometimes what we see in the mirror isn't a true reflection of what's going on. Our perception of our bodies can be very deceptive. If we struggle with a poor body image, we can experience a cascade of issues that can lead to eating disorders, exercise addiction, and other destructive behaviors...

  48. Does Omega-3 Help You Lose Weight?

    Wouldn't it be nice to finally have that magic pill in the weight loss world? We can't say we have discovered it in Omega-3's yet, but the overall health benefits that it possesses are so vast that there is a huge argument to get it in your supplementation routine. And as our philosophy holds...

  49. The Plant-Based Path to Weight Loss with Nafsika Antypas

    A plant based diet is another tool worth looking into if you are trying to shed pounds while embracing a healthy and ethical lifestyle. But, just like any other diet, there's a proper way to go about embarking on a plant based journey besides just cutting out the meat. There is a methodology to...

  50. The Nutrition Blueprint Method with Andres Ayesta

    One of the most common complaints that poeple make on their weight loss journey is that there's just too much noise when it comes to weight loss advice. By noise we mean all the talk of the various fad diets and trends that seem to always contradict one another. It is easily understandable how a...

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This Podcast Burns Fat is the dedicated resource to helping you create lasting weight loss while optimizing your health. Loaded with cutting-edge interviews from the top experts in weight loss and weight management, This Podcast Burns Fat provides you with actionable and simple information to help you move forward and stay on track with your weight loss.It is our mission to help people make sense of the plethora of complex nutrition and science, including the conflicting information that is so prevalent. You will no longer be frustrated, you will be motivated!Dr. Lori Shemek, and Health Coach Omar Cumberbatch dig deep into the many facets of health in order for you to transform your weight and live your best life ever.

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