What do slip-on Skechers, ranch-style homes, and marshmallow fluff have to do with wellness and weight loss? A lot more than you’d think. In this first part of a two-part series, Dr. Lisa takes you inside the 35,000 micro-decisions we make each day, and how many of them, if repeated, quietly shape our health, metabolism, and even how long we live.

Through a relatable dessert dilemma from a summer BBQ (yes, there’s fluff involved), you’ll learn how to reduce exposure to ultra-processed “non-nutritive food-like products” (NANA FLIPS), rethink how we feed our families and guests, and make conscious swaps that align with your long-term goals (without deprivation or shame).

Next week, join us for PART TWO about decisions that compound over months and decades, including those about shoes and architecture. (Yep, seriously!)

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We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts.

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way!

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

Can you really enjoy vacation or host friends without overindulging in junk food?

YES. YOU. CAN.

In this episode, Dr. Lisa shares highlights from the best weekend ever...A trip to rural Michigan filled with simple pleasures, intentional meals, and meaningful reconnection with old friends. She'll talk about the common “vacation = food carnival” thought error and how to break free from it. Plus, you’ll walk away with real-life examples of how to host, travel, and reconnect without the food regret. Spoiler: You will not miss the food carnival.

Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com.

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts.

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way!

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

Ever feel like your new habits are stuck in “I’ll start Monday” mode? In this episode, Dr. Lisa shares a story about her client’s husband, and her own six-month delay in starting a shuffle dance class, to explore why habit change feels so hard. You’ll learn how perfectionism, time expectations, and lack of reward can stall progress, and how to use the Tiny Habits method by Dr. BJ Fogg to finally build momentum. Whether your goal is daily exercise, better sleep, or cooking more at home, this episode gives you practical tools to make new behaviors so small and satisfying, they become automatic. Plus, you’ll hear how something as simple as writing a word on a calendar can be just the reward your brain needs to keep going.

Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com.

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts.

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way!

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

In this episode, Dr. Lisa takes a deep dive into PCOS, insulin resistance, and their link to weight gain and metabolic health, using a story about her quirky Grandma Dot to explain how insulin works. Learn how hormones like insulin, leptin, cortisol, ghrelin, and GLP-1 interact in women with PCOS, and why this condition persists beyond menopause. Dr. Oldson also reviews dietary and lifestyle strategies, from fiber-rich meals to movement and medications, that can improve outcomes for women with PCOS, pre-diabetes, or excess weight. Whether you're newly diagnosed or just curious, you’ll walk away with one doable “Next Best Action” to support your health today.

If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com.

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts.

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way!

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

Today’s episode dives into Retatrutide—the upcoming “Triple G” weight loss medication creating major buzz. Dr. Lisa shares the science behind this powerful GLP-1 / GIP / glucagon receptor agonist, explains why it’s being called the “Taylor Swift of meds,” and answers common questions from a recent women’s summer event. From dramatic weight loss results to calming relentless food noise, we explore why Retatrutide may redefine obesity treatment—and why support, not just medication, is key for long-term health, longevity, and weight loss success. Whether you’re on a weight loss med, considering one, or just curious, this episode gives you the scoop you’ll want before everyone else is talking about it.

If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com.

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts.

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way!

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

In this deeply personal and emotional episode, Dr. Lisa recounts a harrowing experience of verbal assault while en route to a local Pride parade. Through humor, vulnerability, and education, she explores the connection between hormones, stress, and emotional eating, especially in the face of trauma. Along the way, moments of unexpected kindness offer hope, and remind us of the power of allyship, self-compassion, and community. This episode offers a powerful blend of storytelling, science, and soul, timed perfectly for Pride Month.

Happy Pride Month everyone, and thanks for listening!

If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com.

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts.

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way!

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

What do a weird car noise, two insanely good cookies, and your weight loss journey have in common? Way more than you think.

In this episode, Dr. Lisa shares a personal (and oddly delicious) story about a recurring thunking noise in her car and how it led her to rethink her approach to treats, cravings, and using planning to create freedom around food. Spoiler: It all revolves around Carol’s Cookies, a local bakery legend in Northbrook, IL.

If you're trying to lose weight without giving up your favorite foods, this episode will help you:

• Understand how planned indulgences can support long-term weight loss
• Avoid the restrict-binge cycle that sabotages your progress
• Learn how to identify and handle food cravings and urges without relying on willpower
• Make smarter choices by checking food ingredients (even in so-called “real” foods)
• Practice mindful eating and emotional regulation around food

Whether you're managing prediabetes, counting macros, or simply trying to create a healthier relationship with food, you'll walk away with practical strategies to enjoy your favorite treats without guilt, shame, or losing control.

Tune in for a fresh take on sustainable weight loss and learn how to plan your treats, manage your cravings, and build healthier habits, one cookie (or car repair) at a time.

Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. Don't wait until you have full blown sarcopenic obesity to get some support.

Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com.

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts.

Also…We’d be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you (and those you love) improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way!

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

Today, Dr. Lisa explores categorical self binding, a strategy where you intentionally avoid entire categories of food (like sugary drinks or ultra-processed snacks) to support weight loss, metabolic health, and potentially even cancer prevention. Unlike relying on willpower, binding creates systems that make healthier choices easier and more automatic over time.

Dr. Lisa compares food addiction to substance addiction, highlighting that some of us may need firmer boundaries with hyperpalatable foods, not because there's something wrong with us, but because many foods have been engineered to hook us. While no foods are truly forbidden, experimenting with categorical binding can help reduce cravings and improve long-term habits—especially when done with flexibility and self-compassion.

Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. Don't wait until you have full blown sarcopenic obesity to get some support.

We would love to help you reach your happy weight, your ideal body composition, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Food noise and negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be delighted to help you reframe those thoughts.

Also…We’d be SUPER GRATEFUL if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We’re here to help you (and those you care about) improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way!

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.