Modern Metabolic Health with Dr. Lindsay Ogle, MD

Lindsay Ogle, MD
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Join Dr. Lindsay Ogle, a board certified family medicine and obesity medicine physician, as she explores evidence-based strategies and practical tips to prevent and treat weight and metabolic conditions. Dr. Ogle provides insights on managing diabetes, PMOS, metabolic syndrome, obesity and related conditions through lifestyle optimization, safe medications and personalized care. 

  1. 22h ago

    Hungry Brain Obesity Phenotype

    Ever watched two people start the same GLP-1 medication like Wegovy or Zepbound and get wildly different results, then wondered what you’re missing? We’ve seen it too: some patients lose an incredible amount of weight, while others barely budge or even gain. That isn’t just “willpower” or “motivation.” A big part of the answer is obesity phenotypes, and today we dig into phenotype number one: hungry brain. Hungry brain obesity is the pattern of persistent, excessive hunger even after a meal that should have been satisfying. When your brain keeps sending “eat more” signals despite adequate nutrition, it becomes incredibly hard to stick to portions, meal timing, and long-term lifestyle changes. We explain what that experience looks like in real life, why a one-size-fits-all plan can backfire, and how a phenotype-based approach can make weight loss treatment feel less like a daily fight. Then we get practical: we walk through targeted anti-obesity medications that may fit hungry brain, including phentermine and Qsymia (phentermine plus topiramate), along with key safety considerations, monitoring needs, and who should not use stimulant-based therapy. We also cover why sleeve gastrectomy can be an optimal bariatric surgery choice for hungry brain due to stomach stretch signaling and the hunger hormone ghrelin, and we share the lifestyle strategy that matches the same biology: high-volume, high-fiber eating with foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Subscribe for the next three releases on the remaining obesity phenotypes, share this with someone who’s stuck, and leave a review so more people can find trustworthy metabolic health guidance. 👩🏼‍⚕️ Live in Missouri? Want to be my patient? Telehealth clinic: https://missourimetabolichealth.com 🥑 Have questions you want answered on the podcast? Email support@missourimetabolichealth.com ✨Freebies✨ Anti-Obesity Medication Options How To Prevent Diabetes Healthy Habits Workbook Preventative Health Checklist 🤗 Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.lindsayogle/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..lindsay.ogle?_t=8prC4VUQZ5i&_r=1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMV0X6U0JLZgRMiNwGtmpeg

  2. 3d ago

    PMOS Is The New PCOS: Emphasis On Metabolic Health

    We break down why PCOS is now called PMOS and why the new name points to the real issue: metabolic health and insulin resistance, not just ovaries. We share how to spot the symptoms, how doctors diagnose it using the Rotterdam criteria, and how to build a treatment plan that fits your goals, including fertility. • why the name changed from PCOS to PMOS and what it clarifies • common symptoms like irregular cycles, hormonal acne, chin hair, scalp hair thinning, weight gain, skin changes, mood shifts • why birth control can mask cycle-related symptoms and what that means for diagnosis • what drives PMOS: genetics, environment, lifestyle factors, insulin resistance, androgen hormones • Rotterdam criteria explained: two out of three categories for diagnosis • when labs help and when clinical signs are enough • when transvaginal ultrasound is useful and when it is not needed • lifestyle foundations: sleep, protein and fiber, movement, hydration, mental health support • medication options: hormonal contraception, metformin, spironolactone, fertility meds like letrozole and clomiphene • why regular screening matters: prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease, cholesterol, blood pressure, sleep apnea, mental health • long-term risks including endometrial cancer with untreated irregular cycles Please share with someone who may have PMOS or does and is not having adequate treatment. If you found this information helpful, please share with a friend, family member, or colleague. Please subscribe and write a review. Here is my YouTube video and my Podcast about insulin resistance 👩🏼‍⚕️ Live in Missouri? Want to be my patient? Telehealth clinic: https://missourimetabolichealth.com 🥑 Have questions you want answered on the podcast? Email support@missourimetabolichealth.com ✨Freebies✨ Anti-Obesity Medication Options How To Prevent Diabetes Healthy Habits Workbook Preventative Health Checklist 🤗 Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.lindsayogle/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..lindsay.ogle?_t=8prC4VUQZ5i&_r=1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMV0X6U0JLZgRMiNwGtmpeg

  3. Oct 1

    Obesity Phenotypes & Why Ozempic May Not Be Right For You

    We break down why Ozempic and other GLP-1 medications can lead to wildly different weight loss outcomes from person to person. We explain the four obesity phenotypes and how matching treatment to your biology can make lifestyle changes, medications, and even surgery far more effective.  • why “hyper responders” and “hypo responders” exist with semaglutide and similar medications  • what an obesity phenotype is and why many people are a blend  • hungry brain signs and why high-volume high-fiber meals help  • hungry brain options including phentermine, Qsymia, and sleeve gastrectomy  • hungry gut signs, gastric emptying studies, and strategies like protein starters  • why GLP-1 agonists and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass fit hungry gut physiology  • emotional hunger patterns, the role of CBT and therapy, and why surgery is not the solution  • Contrave as a medication option for reward-driven eating  • slow burn metabolism, resting metabolic rate, and lessons from intense weight loss  • resistance training, protein, and NEAT as the best slow burn tools  If you found this information helpful, please share with a friend, family member, or colleague. We need to do all we can to combat the dangerous misinformation that is out there. Please subscribe and write a review. Links Mentioned: Obesity Management Medications: https://youtu.be/yjEAMQZV0aM?si=j0CaepIDQWfpQuwW Bariatric Surgery Video: https://youtu.be/PxfKUt41OfQ Find a Therapist:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/ushttps://www.bamboonutritionrd.com/therapy-servicesFind a Coach:  https://www.thelifecoachschool.com/directoryhttps://www.kimberlyseversoncoaching.com/https://podcast.wellwithlisa.com/Find a board certified Obesity Physician: https://obesitymedicine.org/about/find-a-provider/Targeted Appetite Gene Risk Score Test: https://www.phenomixsciences.com/ 👩🏼‍⚕️ Live in Missouri? Want to be my patient? Telehealth clinic: https://missourimetabolichealth.com 🥑 Have questions you want answered on the podcast? Email support@missourimetabolichealth.com ✨Freebies✨ Anti-Obesity Medication Options How To Prevent Diabetes Healthy Habits Workbook Preventative Health Checklist 🤗 Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.lindsayogle/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..lindsay.ogle?_t=8prC4VUQZ5i&_r=1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMV0X6U0JLZgRMiNwGtmpeg

  4. Sep 28

    Supplements On GLP-1s

    ProCare Supplements: 10% off CODE: MetabolicHealth ProCare Iron + vit C supplement get 10% off with code: MetabolicHealth Fatigue on GLP-1 YouTube and Podcast If you’re taking a GLP-1 medication like Wegovy or Zepbound, the supplement ads can feel endless and urgent and honestly, confusing. I break through the noise with a simple goal: help you spend less money, take fewer unnecessary pills, and make safer choices that actually support your metabolic health while your appetite and portions may be changing. We start with the most important framework: supplements are not regulated like prescription medications. That means quality varies, labels can be misleading, and “natural” does not mean safe. I share exactly what I look for when I’m choosing a supplement brand, including third-party testing and seals like USP, NSF, and ConsumerLab. We also talk about why you should always tell your doctor or pharmacist what you’re taking, how higher doses can backfire, and how too many products can raise the risk of interactions or liver and kidney strain. Then I walk through a practical, patient-centered shortlist of supplements I commonly consider in obesity medicine: multivitamins when intake is smaller, prenatal vitamins when pregnancy is possible, vitamin D supplementation and who is at higher risk, iron deficiency symptoms and why ferritin matters, plus when B12 or magnesium might be worth checking. We also cover protein supplements to protect muscle during GLP-1 weight loss, creatine dosing paired with strength training, collagen for specific goals, and gut and hydration tools like fiber and electrolytes. We wrap with two popular insulin resistance options, berberine and inositol, including where they may fit and when to pause and talk with your clinician. If this helps you, subscribe, share it with someone getting lost in supplement marketing, and please leave a review so more people can find the show and build better metabolic health. 👩🏼‍⚕️ Live in Missouri? Want to be my patient? Telehealth clinic: https://missourimetabolichealth.com 🥑 Have questions you want answered on the podcast? Email support@missourimetabolichealth.com ✨Freebies✨ Anti-Obesity Medication Options How To Prevent Diabetes Healthy Habits Workbook Preventative Health Checklist 🤗 Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.lindsayogle/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..lindsay.ogle?_t=8prC4VUQZ5i&_r=1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMV0X6U0JLZgRMiNwGtmpeg

  5. Sep 24

    What To Eat With Type 2 Diabetes With Wendy Castle, RD

    If you or someone you love has diabetes and would like to learn how to optimize nutrition to help manage this chronic condition, then I highly recommend Wendy Castle and her team at One Bite Nutrition. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/one_bite_nutrition/ Website: https://onebitenutrition.com/ Diabetes advice online can feel like a shouting match, and it often leaves people thinking they have to fear carbs, chase perfect numbers, or overhaul their entire life overnight. We sit down with Wendy Castle, a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator, to bring the conversation back to what actually helps: clear education, realistic nutrition skills, and a plan you can stick with. We start by separating type 1 diabetes from type 2 diabetes so the “why” behind treatment finally makes sense. Then we get practical about food: how to read a nutrition label, why “total carbohydrates” matters more than just sugar, and how fiber, protein, and fats can help smooth out blood sugar spikes so your post-meal curve looks more like a hill than a mountain. Wendy also shares why there’s rarely a single best diabetes diet, and how personalized meal planning can fit allergies, culture, and real-life schedules. Next, we tackle blood sugar monitoring and the mental load that can come with it. You’ll hear a patient-centered way to decide whether checking helps you make positive changes or whether it derails you, plus a staggered testing method that provides better insight without constant finger pokes. We also cover non-food factors that impact glucose, including hydration, movement, stress, illness, and medication pitfalls, along with simple actions like water and walking that can help bring high readings down. If you want smarter type 2 diabetes management strategies, insulin resistance education, and lifestyle tools that support better A1C without shame, hit play. Subscribe, share with someone who needs calmer diabetes guidance, and leave a review so more people can find trustworthy metabolic health information. 👩🏼‍⚕️ Live in Missouri? Want to be my patient? Telehealth clinic: https://missourimetabolichealth.com 🥑 Have questions you want answered on the podcast? Email support@missourimetabolichealth.com ✨Freebies✨ Anti-Obesity Medication Options How To Prevent Diabetes Healthy Habits Workbook Preventative Health Checklist 🤗 Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.lindsayogle/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..lindsay.ogle?_t=8prC4VUQZ5i&_r=1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMV0X6U0JLZgRMiNwGtmpeg

  6. Sep 21

    Plenity, A Weight Loss Device

    A weight loss capsule that isn’t a drug sounds like a gimmick until you understand what Plenity actually is: an FDA-cleared medical device that you swallow, hydrate with water, and then pass through your system without absorbing it. We walk through how Plenity uses cellulose and citric acid to form a gel-like material that takes up space in your stomach so you feel full sooner and naturally stop eating earlier. If you’re looking for a practical tool for portion control, appetite support at meals, and a stepwise approach to metabolic health, this option deserves a closer look. We also get specific about who Plenity is for and why it fills a unique gap in obesity medicine. Plenity is cleared starting at BMI 25, which may matter if you’re in the BMI 25 to 26.9 range and feel stuck because you do not meet the usual prescribing thresholds for many anti-obesity medications. We talk realistic expectations for weight loss, including the typical average around 6% total body weight loss over about six months and why people who notice early benefits often have the strongest results. From side effects like bloating and feeling overly full to important cautions around pregnancy, GI tract concerns, prior GI surgery, and GERD, we lay out the safety considerations in plain language. We also cover a key practical point: Plenity may affect absorption of other medications, so timing matters. Finally, we discuss cost and access since insurance coverage is unlikely, plus lower-cost alternatives like psyllium fiber (Metamucil) or chia seeds that can mimic the same “space-filling” strategy. If this helped you think more clearly about Plenity, share the episode with someone who’s navigating weight loss and metabolic health, then subscribe and leave a review so more people can find trustworthy guidance. 👩🏼‍⚕️ Live in Missouri? Want to be my patient? Telehealth clinic: https://missourimetabolichealth.com 🥑 Have questions you want answered on the podcast? Email support@missourimetabolichealth.com ✨Freebies✨ Anti-Obesity Medication Options How To Prevent Diabetes Healthy Habits Workbook Preventative Health Checklist 🤗 Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.lindsayogle/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..lindsay.ogle?_t=8prC4VUQZ5i&_r=1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMV0X6U0JLZgRMiNwGtmpeg

  7. Sep 17

    Macro Basics With Sarah Udell, RD

    We break down calories and macronutrients in plain language, then connect the science to real-life habits that make weight loss feel sustainable instead of punishing. We also zoom out to metabolic health, emphasizing small changes, personalization, and protecting mental health while you pursue your goals.  • Calories as energy and practical ways to estimate needs, including BMR testing and tracking averages  • Why a small calorie deficit supports sustainability, satiety, and muscle retention  • Where energy expenditure comes from, including BMR, daily movement, exercise, and the thermic effect of food  • Tracking tools, food scale accuracy, and non-tracking options like the plate method and mindful eating  • Protein basics, why it helps during weight loss, and realistic intake ranges for preserving muscle  • Carbohydrates and fiber, why fiber matters, and common gaps in typical American diets  • Dietary fat, hydration guidance, and alcohol limits plus strategies to cut back  • How we prioritize macros based on the person, often by adding food quality rather than restricting  • Mental health safeguards and why we avoid tracking for people with disordered eating histories  If you found this information helpful, please share with a friend, family member, or colleague. We need to do all we can to combat the dangerous misinformation that is out there. Please subscribe and write a review. This will help others find the podcast so they may also improve their metabolic health.  If you want to work with a well educated, effective and caring dietitian, then look no further than Sarah Udell, RD! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dietitiansarah__/ Website: https://dietitiansarah.com/ 👩🏼‍⚕️ Live in Missouri? Want to be my patient? Telehealth clinic: https://missourimetabolichealth.com 🥑 Have questions you want answered on the podcast? Email support@missourimetabolichealth.com ✨Freebies✨ Anti-Obesity Medication Options How To Prevent Diabetes Healthy Habits Workbook Preventative Health Checklist 🤗 Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.lindsayogle/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..lindsay.ogle?_t=8prC4VUQZ5i&_r=1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMV0X6U0JLZgRMiNwGtmpeg

  8. Sep 14

    How To Use The Zepbound Multi-Dose KwikPen

    This is a great episode to WATCH on YouTube to see each step clearly. Click the link here! Buy extra Zepbound needles here Learn more about Zepbound KwikPen Learn more about Medicare Bridge Program We walk through exactly how to use the Zepbound multi-dose Quick Pen so you can self-inject safely and confidently each week. We cover what to buy, how to prime and dose correctly, and what to do when something doesn’t look right.  • Choosing between single-dose pens and multi-dose Quick Pens based on insurance and payment options  • Gathering supplies including pen needles, alcohol swabs and a sharps container  • Checking the prescription strength, expiration date and medication appearance before injecting  • Attaching a new single-use needle and saving the outer cap for removal  • Priming the pen every dose and what to do if no fluid appears  • Picking an injection site, rotating locations and avoiding the belly button area  • Turning the dial to “1” and what that means across different pen strengths  • Confirming the dose completes when the window returns to zero and how to handle a partial dose  • Normal after-effects like a small drop of fluid or blood  • Safe needle disposal and refrigerator storage rules to protect medication effectiveness  Please share with anybody who is starting their Z-Bound journey, and I'll see you again next week.  If you found this information helpful, please share with a friend, family member, or colleague.  Please subscribe and write a review.  👩🏼‍⚕️ Live in Missouri? Want to be my patient? Telehealth clinic: https://missourimetabolichealth.com 🥑 Have questions you want answered on the podcast? Email support@missourimetabolichealth.com ✨Freebies✨ Anti-Obesity Medication Options How To Prevent Diabetes Healthy Habits Workbook Preventative Health Checklist 🤗 Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.lindsayogle/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..lindsay.ogle?_t=8prC4VUQZ5i&_r=1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMV0X6U0JLZgRMiNwGtmpeg

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Join Dr. Lindsay Ogle, a board certified family medicine and obesity medicine physician, as she explores evidence-based strategies and practical tips to prevent and treat weight and metabolic conditions. Dr. Ogle provides insights on managing diabetes, PMOS, metabolic syndrome, obesity and related conditions through lifestyle optimization, safe medications and personalized care. 

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