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Updated: Jun 9

EPISODE NO. 4


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Podcast Intro

In this conversation, I chat with Dr. Marilyn Galindo, an obesity medicine specialist who’s helping women understand something powerful—your weight struggles are not a personal failure. As the founder of Leon Springs Obesity Medicine, Dr. Galindo treats obesity as the chronic, neurohormonal disease that it is, and not the character flaw the world often makes it out to be.

Dr. Galindo shares how she moved away from the pressure of quick-fix resolutions and leaned into science, compassion, and individualized care. We talk through her personal connection to this work, the truth about hormonal changes like menopause and insulin resistance, and how emotional eating and societal shame complicate everything. She explains why weight gain is part of aging—and why it's time we stopped blaming ourselves and started getting the right support.

She has that thoughtful, no-nonsense clarity that brings so much peace, and I walked away from our conversation feeling more educated, more empowered, and honestly, more kind toward my own body.


In this episode she shares:

  • Obesity is not just about being lazy; it's a disease.

  • New Year's resolutions often set unrealistic expectations.

  • Health should be prioritized over weight loss goals.

  • Medications can significantly aid in weight management.

  • The body fights against weight loss due to hormonal changes.

  • BMI is an outdated measure for assessing obesity.

  • Individualized care is crucial in obesity treatment.

  • Stress and emotional eating can complicate weight loss efforts.

  • Access to obesity medications is a significant barrier for many.

  • Building a relationship with patients enhances treatment outcomes. Obesity requires long-term management and treatment.

  • Remote care is effective for patients in Texas.

  • Menopause can lead to weight gain due to hormonal changes.

  • Insulin resistance complicates weight loss efforts.

  • Medications for weight loss can have side effects like nausea.

  • Surgery often results in more significant weight loss than medication.

  • Patients with obesity face emotional trauma and societal stigma.

  • Body positivity should coexist with health awareness.

  • Weight loss journeys are complex and individualized.

  • Even small weight loss can lead to significant health improvements.


Highlights include:

  • 00:00 Introduction to Obesity Medicine and New Year Resolutions

  • 10:05 Personal Journey with Obesity and Weight Management

  • 20:08 Understanding Obesity as a Disease

  • 29:48 The Role of Medication in Weight Management

  • 39:53 The Impact of Stress and Emotional Eating on Obesity

  • 45:50 Individualized Care in Obesity Treatment

  • 25:10 Menopause and Weight Changes

  • 26:00 Understanding Medications for Weight Loss

  • 27:33 Surgery vs. Medication for Obesity

  • 28:56 The Emotional Impact of Obesity

  • 30:37 Body Positivity and Health Concerns

  • 32:01 The Complexity of Weight Loss Journeys

  • 33:45 Health Over Aesthetics

  • 36:03 Ethics in Weight Loss Treatments

  • 38:05 The Role of Social Media in Weight Loss

  • 39:31 Combining Internal Medicine with Obesity Treatment

  • 40:31 Sleep Apnea and Obesity

  • 42:09 Holistic Approaches to Weight Management

  • 44:00 Finding Help Beyond Texas


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