What to Do When Medications Cause Weight Gain

865. The USDA unveiled the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, and the "Inverted Pyramid" has been sparking a lot of discussion. After a decade of MyPlate, why is the government returning to a pyramid visual—and why is it upside down?In this episode, Monica breaks down th ...  Show more

864.Does putting spinach in your smoothie cancel out the calcium? Will your morning cup of tea prevent you from absorbing iron? In this episode, Monica looks into the science of mineral absorption and explores the truth behind "anti-nutrients" like oxalates, tannins, and fiber.Wh ...  Show more

On today's podcast we have special guest Dr. Nisha Patel. Dr. Patel is a physician who is double board certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine and who has been studying these medications as well as prescribing them to her patients for years and she shares her ...

Have you ever been made to feel less than human based on your weight? Dr. Monica Johnson, the Savvy Psychologist, explains what sizeism is, and how you can deal with it in your everyday life.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newslet ...  Show more

Science and anecdotal evidence both agree that engaging in just a few minutes of exercise per day can boost your current mood and protect against future bouts of depression.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular up ...  Show more

Surprise! Skinny people can be unhappy with their bodies, too. I asked a bones-to-bulk expert to share some quick tips to help even the skinniest ectomorph build some muscle.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter to get more f ...  Show more