Conquer Your Weight

Sarah Stombaugh, MD

Learn to understand your mind and body so you can achieve long term weight loss. For more information, please visit my website: www.sarahstombaughmd.com

  1. 4일 전

    Episode #161: Food Noise Gone! How GLP Medications Can Heal Your Relationship with Food

    For so many people, the hardest part of weight loss isn’t willpower, it’s the constant mental battle with food. The cravings. The guilt. The feeling that food is always “too loud.” In this episode of Conquer Your Weight, Dr. Sarah Stombaugh explores how GLP medications like Wegovy and Zepbound can do more than support weight loss. They can help quiet the noise around food and create space for a healthier, more peaceful relationship with eating. We’ll talk about how these medications work in the brain and gut, why they can reduce obsessive thoughts about food, and how that mental relief can allow you to reconnect with hunger, fullness, and satisfaction. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why so many people struggle with food thoughts, cravings, and guilt, even when “doing everything right”How GLP-1 medications affect hunger hormones, cravings, and food noiseHow GLPs can create the mental space needed to build sustainable habitsWhy using medication is not a failure, but a tool that supports your biologyHow healing your relationship with food can improve long-term weight maintenanceIf you’ve ever felt like food controls your thoughts, your emotions, or your day, this episode will help you understand why that happens and how medical support can help you move forward with less struggle and more trust in your body. Ready to get started on your weight loss journey? We’re now enrolling patients for in-person visits in Charlottesville, Virginia and for telemedicine throughout the states of Illinois, Tennessee, and Virginia. Learn more and get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled to share we are offering an online course, The GLP Guide, to answer the most common questions people have while taking GLP medications. To sign up, please visit: www.sarahstombaughmd.com/glp

    25분
  2. 2월 4일

    Episode #160: How Much Do GLP Medications Cost and Can I Get Them Covered By Insurance?

    GLP medications like Wegovy and Zepbound have completely changed the landscape of obesity treatment. For many people, the biggest barrier isn’t whether they work. It’s whether they can afford them. In this episode of Conquer Your Weight, Dr. Sarah Stombaugh walks through the real-world costs of GLP medications and explains why insurance coverage can feel so confusing, inconsistent, and frustrating. You’ll learn what these medications actually cost, why two people with “good insurance” can have wildly different coverage outcomes, and what steps can improve your chances of getting a medication approved. We also break down the difference between list price and what patients often end up paying, how insurance formularies and prior authorizations work, and why weight-loss medications are treated differently than medications for other chronic conditions. Dr. Stombaugh also shares practical strategies patients can use to navigate denials, understand savings programs, and decide when a cash-pay option may make sense. This episode is designed to empower you with knowledge, not just about medications, but about the insurance system itself, so you can advocate for your health with clarity and confidence. In this episode, you’ll learn: What GLP medications typically cost and why prices vary so muchHow insurance companies decide whether to cover weight-loss medicationsWhat a prior authorization really is and why it mattersWhen self-pay options may be appropriateIf you’ve ever wondered, “Why is this medication so expensive?” or “Why won’t my insurance cover something my doctor recommends?” — this episode is for you. Ready to get started on your weight loss journey? We’re now enrolling patients for in-person visits in Charlottesville, Virginia and for telemedicine throughout the states of Illinois, Tennessee, and Virginia. Learn more and get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled to share we are offering an online course, The GLP Guide, to answer the most common questions people have while taking GLP medications. To sign up, please visit: www.sarahstombaughmd.com/glp

    25분
  3. 1월 28일

    Episode #159: With So Many GLP Options, How Do You Know Which One to Choose?

    With so many GLP-1 medications available today, it’s no wonder people feel overwhelmed. Ozempic or Wegovy? The weekly injection or the daily pill? Zepbound? And how do you know which option actually fits your body, goals, lifestyle, and budget? In this episode of Conquer Your Weight, Dr. Sarah Stombaugh breaks down the most commonly prescribed GLP-1 medications in a clear, practical, and judgment-free way. Instead of hype or headlines, you’ll get real-world guidance to help you understand what matters when choosing a medication and why there’s no single “best” option for everyone. In this episode, you’ll learn: The key differences between popular GLP-1 medications, including Ozempic, Wegovy (injection vs pill), Zepbound, and moreHow effectiveness, side effects, dosing, and cost compare — and what those differences actually mean for youWhy the “right” medication depends on your medical history, preferences, and long-term goalsHow to think about GLP-1s as part of a comprehensive, sustainable weight-management plan — not a one-size-fits-all solutionIf you’ve ever wondered, “Which medication would be best for me?” — this episode is for you. Ready to get started on your weight loss journey? We’re now enrolling patients for in-person visits in Charlottesville, Virginia and for telemedicine throughout the states of Illinois, Tennessee, and Virginia. Learn more and get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled to share we are offering an online course, The GLP Guide, to answer the most common questions people have while taking GLP medications. To sign up, please visit: www.sarahstombaughmd.com/glp

    19분
  4. 1월 22일

    Episode #157: Insulin Resistance: The Root Cause Behind Weight Gain, Prediabetes and Diabetes with Guest Dr. Chhaya Makhija

    If you’ve ever felt like your weight gain, rising blood sugar, or hormone issues are somehow all connected — you’re not imagining it. In this episode of Conquer Your Weight, I sit down with endocrinologist, Dr Chhaya Makhija at Unified Endocrine Care to break down insulin resistance, the common thread linking weight gain, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes. We explore how metabolic disease exists on a spectrum, why many people struggle for years before getting answers, and what you can do to intervene earlier. This conversation moves beyond “eat less and move more” to explain the physiology driving metabolic dysfunction and why addressing insulin resistance can be a turning point for long-term health. In this episode, we discuss: What insulin resistance actually is (and what it isn’t)The role of insulin as both a blood sugar and fat-storage hormoneHow genetics, lifestyle, and hormones intersect in metabolic diseaseLabs and clinical markers used to identify insulin resistanceEvidence-based strategies to improve insulin sensitivityWhether insulin resistance and prediabetes are reversibleIf you’ve been frustrated by stalled weight loss, confusing labs, or conflicting advice, this episode will help you understand what’s really happening inside your body. Ready to get started on your weight loss journey? We’re now enrolling patients for in-person visits in Charlottesville, Virginia and for telemedicine throughout the states of Illinois, Tennessee, and Virginia. Learn more and get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled to share we are offering an online course, The GLP Guide, to answer the most common questions people have while taking GLP medications. To sign up, please visit: www.sarahstombaughmd.com/glp

    45분
  5. 1월 7일

    Episode #156: How to Food Journal Without Obsessing

    Food journaling can be an incredibly powerful tool for weight management—but only when it’s used the right way. For many people, tracking food brings up perfectionism, guilt, or an all-or-nothing mindset that actually works against long-term success. In this episode, Dr. Sarah Stombaugh breaks down how to use food journals as a tool for awareness, curiosity, and understanding your body—not control or self-punishment. You’ll learn how to get the benefits of food journaling without turning it into an obsession, especially if you’ve struggled with tracking in the past or are using GLP-1 medications. In This Episode, We Cover: Why food journaling works for weight loss—and why it often backfiresCommon mistakes that turn food journals into a source of stressHow to shift from judgment to curiosity when tracking foodHow to use food journals to identify patterns—not micromanage mealsHow food journaling can support appetite awareness on GLP-1 medicationsPractical tips to keep journaling simple, sustainable, and mentally healthyWho This Episode Is For: Anyone who has tried tracking food and felt overwhelmed or obsessivePeople pursuing weight loss who want a healthier relationship with foodThose using GLP-1 medications like Wegovy or ZepboundAnyone who wants to understand hunger, fullness, and cravings more clearly Ready to get started on your weight loss journey? We’re now enrolling patients for in-person visits in Charlottesville, Virginia and for telemedicine throughout the states of Illinois, Tennessee, and Virginia. Learn more and get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled to share we are offering an online course, The GLP Guide, to answer the most common questions people have while taking GLP medications. To sign up, please visit: www.sarahstombaughmd.com/glp

    19분
  6. 2025. 12. 31.

    Episode #155: Would You Take a Medication Forever if It Changed Your Life?

    Would you take a medication long term if it truly improved your health and quality of life? In this episode of Conquer Your Weight, Dr. Sarah Stombaugh explores the role of GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Zepbound in the long-term treatment of obesity. We discuss why obesity is a chronic, biologically driven condition, not a failure of willpower—and why long-term treatment is common in medicine. You’ll learn what research shows about weight regain after stopping GLP medications, why this happens, and why it doesn’t mean the medication “failed.” We also talk through common reasons people feel resistant to long-term medication use—fear of dependency, stigma, diet culture, cost, and safety concerns—and how to reframe those thoughts with compassion and evidence. Finally, we discuss how “forever” isn’t the goal. The goal is ongoing, informed reassessment—using the right tools, for the right person, at the right time. This episode will help you decide whether long-term medication support is a helpful part of your weight and metabolic health journey—without shame or pressure. Ready to get started on your weight loss journey? We’re now enrolling patients for in-person visits in Charlottesville, Virginia and for telemedicine throughout the states of Illinois, Tennessee, and Virginia. Learn more and get started today at https://www.sarahstombaughmd.com Are you taking a GLP medication? We are thrilled to share we are offering an online course, The GLP Guide, to answer the most common questions people have while taking GLP medications. To sign up, please visit: www.sarahstombaughmd.com/glp

    24분
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Learn to understand your mind and body so you can achieve long term weight loss. For more information, please visit my website: www.sarahstombaughmd.com

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