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Have you ever felt like you're doing everything right for weight loss, but your body just won't cooperate? On this episode, Dr. Anne Hussain and obesity medicine expert Dr. Ashley White unpack why "eat less, move more" is an oversimplified and often harmful message. They tackle the weight stigma that’s everywhere, exploring how biology, genetics, and environment play a bigger role than willpower. You'll also learn the truth about the calorie-in/calorie-out model, appetite literacy, the role of medications like semaglutide, and the amount of weight loss that can lead to significant health improvements in your life (it’s not what you think!). It’s time to move beyond shame and blame! This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking a more compassionate and sustainable strategy that works for you, not against you.

Takeaways • It’s not just willpower! Your body and how you carry weight is a complex interplay of biology, genetics, hormones, and the environment. • The one-size-fits-all model is broken and doesn’t work. A sustainable approach to weight management must be individualized, compassionate, and focused on your unique needs. • The scale (aka your gravitational pull to the earth) isn't the only metric that matters. Learn about the other indicators of health that can help you reframe your idea of "success" beyond your weight. • Stop fighting your appetite and learn the powerful concepts of appetite literacy and “regulation over restraint" to work with your body, not against it. • Don’t forget about the stigma! This is a big one. Diet culture and weight stigma all around us plays a huge role in how we think, feel, and deal with weight management. You’ll learn how to advocate for yourself in a world that often oversimplifies weight. • A little can go a long way: Understand why even a modest, sustainable change can lead to significant improvements in your health and well-being.

More about Dr. Ashley White: Dr. Ashley White is a metabolic strategist and physician innovator who's reimagining women's health care. Through her practice at Clarity Health Burlington and her online platform The Shift System™, she helps patients design sophisticated strategies for metabolic resilience that evolve with their lives.

Drawing on her background in emergency medicine, obesity medicine, and public health, Dr. White brings a unique systems-thinking approach to complex health challenges. She works particularly with accomplished women navigating the intersection of professional success and personal health challenges, helping them see the connections between seemingly unrelated health issues.

As Director of Women's Health for https://www.doou.ca/, she's also at the forefront of creating innovative healthcare delivery models. Dr. White holds a Doctor of Medicine from McMaster University, a Master's in Public Health, and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your physician or a qualified healthcare provider for personalized guidance regarding your health.

Chapters (00:00) Understanding Weight Loss Variability (04:02) The Complexity of Weight Management (08:54) Personal Connections to Obesity Medicine (16:00) Environmental Influences on Weight (24:13) Transdiagnostic Approaches in Obesity Care (30:06) Realistic Expectations in Weight Loss (36:01) Appetite Literacy and Self-Advocacy (40:35) Understanding ADHD and Appetite Dynamics (41:54) The Importance of Communication in Weight Management (44:10) The Role of Food as Fuel (46:32) Advocating for Yourself in Healthcare (48:59) Changing Perspectives on Patient Advocacy

Connect with Dr. Anne Hussain, ND:

⁠https://phasetophase.ca/ ⁠

⁠https://annehussain.com/ 

What if everything you've been told about "balancing" your hormones isn't the whole story? In this inaugural episode of Phase to Phase, Dr. Anne Hussain pulls back the curtain on hormone health. She shares her origin story, from growing up with no menstrual education to navigating her own PCOS diagnosis, and explains the deeply personal mission that drives her work.

If you’ve ever felt dismissed, confused, or like you’re losing your mind trying to get answers about your health, you’re in the right place. Join us as we explore the deeply personal and political nature of women's health, and learn how developing agency over your body is a form of resistance. Anne promises to cut through the wellness noise to give you the science-backed clarity you deserve. This is the beginning of a conversation dedicated to making you the expert on your own body.

Takeaways • You're not imagining things! If you've ever felt like your symptoms were dismissed or that you were told they're "just stress," you've found a place that believes you. • No more snake oil: Learn to spot expensive promises and fear-mongering so you can make health decisions based on science and evidence, not marketing. • Your body, your data. Your lived experience matters! Discover how tracking your symptoms can help you decode what's happening in your body and tell your most powerful health story. • Become your own advocate: Get the tools to navigate the healthcare system with confidence and ask for the care you need and deserve. • It's all connected. You’ll understand that your hormones don't work in isolation. In fact, they're linked to your lifestyle, your emotions, and the world around you. • Find your wellness compass in this age of information overload. Phase to Phase will help you tell the difference between what's helpful and what's just noise, so you can build a health plan that truly works for you.

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your physician or a qualified healthcare provider for personalized guidance regarding your health.

Chapters: (00:00) Introduction to Hormone Health (01:01) The Need for Evidence-Based Information (02:20) Personal Journey and Menstrual Education (04:45) Professional Background and Experience (07:14) Empowering Women in Healthcare (09:24) Understanding Hormonal Health (11:19) Navigating Misinformation in Health (12:18) The Political Nature of Health (14:11) Commitment to Education and Growth (15:00) Upcoming Topics and Personal Connections

Connect with Dr. Anne Hussain, ND:

https://phasetophase.ca/ 

https://annehussain.com/ 

Welcome to Phase to Phase: The Hormone Health Show hosted by Naturopathic Doctor Anne Hussain. Inspired by her own journey with PCOS and her passion for menstrual advocacy, Dr. Hussain is on a mission to empower women to better understand their hormonal health. Anne will guide listeners through every phase and cycle — from your first period to beyond perimenopause. With expertise as a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner along with guest experts, you'll learn about how hormones affect your mood, sleep, skin, metabolism, and even bone health. She will also cover hormone testing, hormone therapy, supplementation and more.

Listen for new episodes every other Thursday starting in September 2025. Follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your physician or a qualified healthcare provider for personalized guidance regarding your health.