Is Being Fat Bad For You?

We’re nearly halfway through Trump's second term and we still don’t have a Surgeon General. What gives?Support us:Hear bonus episodes on PatreonWatch Aubrey's documentaryBuy Aubrey's bookListen to Mike's other podcastGet Maintenance Phase T-shirts, stickers and moreLinks!White Ho ...  Show more

In the 1980s, a low-sodium diet was seen as the gold standard for healthy behavior. In 2026, salt has been repackaged as “electrolytes” and is now cast as a core component of wellness. How did we get here?Also, an important correction: One pound of butter to one pound of potatoes ...  Show more

We’re hearing nonstop chatter about the “quarantine 15.” But should we really care if we put on weight? Is fat bad for us? We talk to Prof. Henry Blackburn, Assoc. Prof. Laura den Hartigh, and Assoc. Prof. A. Janet Tomiyama. Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/2XxewHo ...  Show more

Today we look at a condition that is associated with a multitude of serious health issues – obesity. This episode features audio from What’s the Ideal BMI?, Is the Obesity Paradox Real or a Myth?, and The Effects of Obesity on the Immune System and Kidney and Liver Diseases. Visi ...  Show more

How can you change the paradigm on obesity as a disease? In this episode, Drs Robert Kushner and Donna Ryan dig into the science, speak about bias within the healthcare system, and advocate for better patient care. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on ...  Show more

View the Show Notes For This Episode Get Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman Sign Up for Dr. Hyman’s Weekly Longevity Journal Obesity rates are at an all-time high, even in our children, despite the common recommendation to eat less and exercise more. While calories may be one ...  Show more