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Episode One
Hosted by Katherine Chatfield
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Small changes, big impact: the key to reducing your risk of chronic disease
The truth about weight loss and why it’s time to talk
Take the next step with medically supported weight loss. Talk to a doctor today. Visit novocare.com.au for more information and to support your discussion with a doctor.
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Novo Nordisk Medical Information (Australia) 1800 668 626.
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Did you know?
As waistlines continue to expand across the country, recent data reveals that nearly two-thirds
of Australian adults are now classified as overweight or obese.
Being overweight or living with obesity can have a huge impact on energy and mobility, and increases your risk of conditions such as arthritis, type 2 diabetes, liver disease, certain cancers, and heart disease, particularly as we age.
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Episode Two
The Check Up podcast explores the medical realities behind obesity and the impact it has on women’s lives. Hosted by experts and advocates, the episodes dive into the science of weight regulation, the biology of resistance, and the emotional toll of trying everything, only to feel nothing works.
Feel you’ve tried everything?
As waistlines continue to expand across the country, recent data reveals that nearly two-thirds of Australian adults are now classified as overweight or obese – a trend that’s decidedly reshaping our nation’s health landscape.
There’s no doubt about the science either – being overweight can have a huge impact on energy and mobility, and increases your risk of conditions such as arthritis, type 2 diabetes, liver disease, certain cancers, and heart disease, particularly as we age.
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could this work for me?
For many of us, losing weight is harder than it sounds and sometimes, despite trying everything, you really can’t make a dent in your weight loss goals – you might lose a few kilos and before you know it, they’ve crept back on, plus some. Not to mention the added challenge of age or perimenopause. It’s not hard to constantly feel frustrated and disappointed in yourself, even with your best efforts.
Fortunately, with the advances in science and research to assist in healthy weight loss, you can now talk to a doctor for help with a medically supported approach – no more compromising your health because you feel you’ve run out of options.
what’s right for me?
Losing weight is an incredibly personal experience and one that requires professional consideration of both underlying health conditions and your lifestyle.
There are a number of factors to consider for medically assisted weight loss. A doctor will likely measure your body mass index (BMI) as well as investigate whether there might be any health-related comorbidities that are implicated by having an elevated BMI. Your BMI is calculated using your weight divided by your height squared. Use an online calculator if you need help to work it out.
A doctor will also consider what lifestyle changes you could make (healthy eating and regular physical activity) to complement any medical support and improve your overall health outcomes.
Process aside, if you are overweight and want to make a change, you deserve respectful, evidence-based care and advice on your journey. If you don’t feel supported or heard, it’s okay to seek a second opinion.
How do I talk to a doctor?
Starting the conversation with a doctor can feel a bit overwhelming but a supportive and empathetic doctor will listen. Be clear to them that you would like to lose weight to avoid current and future health problems – you might also like to discuss how your current weight (if you are medically overweight) impacts your relationships, mobility, energy, sex life, parenting, work, social life and potentially mental health. It’s also worthwhile being prepared to discuss what strategies you have used in the past and why you would like to try a managed and supported medical approach.
Think about any health and fitness goals you’d like to achieve, such as pregnancy, improved mobility and fitness or reduced symptoms for existing medical conditions that can be improved by weight loss.
The future benefits
While the current benefits are clear, it’s also worth considering potential future symptoms. Losing weight can reduce your risk of arthritis, type 2 diabetes, liver disease, heart disease and certain cancers.
But you’ve tried and nothing’s changing?
If you feel you’ve tried everything and you still aren’t seeing results, your frustration is completely understandable. When “trying harder” and sticking to healthy habits isn’t enough, it may be time to talk to a doctor about a supported medical approach. A compassionate and informed doctor can help you create a plan tailored to your body, your lifestyle and your long-term health goals.
Sponsored by Novo Nordisk Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd. Level 10, 118 Mount Street, North Sydney NSW 2060. ABN 40 002 879 996.
Novo Nordisk Medical Information (Australia) 1800 668 626.
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Take the next step with medically supported weight loss. Talk to a doctor today. Visit novocare.com.au for more information and to support your discussion with a doctor.
Sponsored by Novo Nordisk Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd. Level 10, 118 Mount Street, North Sydney NSW 2060. ABN 40 002 879 996. Novo Nordisk Medical Information (Australia) 1800 668 626.
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How do I talk to a doctor?
Starting the conversation with a doctor can feel a bit overwhelming but a supportive and empathetic doctor will listen. Be clear to them that you would like to lose weight to avoid current and future health problems – you might also like to discuss how your current weight (if you are medically overweight) impacts your relationships, mobility, energy, sex life, parenting, work, social life and potentially mental health. It’s also worthwhile being prepared to discuss what strategies you have used in the past and why you would like to try a managed and supported medical approach.
Think about any health and fitness goals you’d like to achieve, such as pregnancy, improved mobility and fitness or reduced symptoms for existing medical conditions that can be improved by weight loss.
The future benefits
While the current benefits are clear, it’s also worth considering potential future symptoms. Losing weight can reduce your risk of arthritis, type 2 diabetes, liver disease, heart disease and certain cancers.
But you’ve tried and nothing’s changing?
If you feel you’ve tried everything and you still aren’t seeing results, your frustration is completely understandable. When “trying harder” and sticking to healthy habits isn’t enough, it may be time to talk to a doctor about a supported medical approach. A compassionate and informed doctor can help you create a plan tailored to your body, your lifestyle and your long-term health goals.
Can you hear that?
‘Food noise’ has gained popularity as a term in recent years and it really does describe that feeling of mental food chatter. People use it to describe constant, intrusive thoughts about eating and it’s not always related to genuine hunger.
Food noise can include constant thoughts like, “What will I eat next? Should I have that snack? Did I eat too much?” For some people, it can feel overwhelming, as if food is taking up too much mental space, and for others it can create a constant desire to eat and a constant battle with weight.
Sounding familiar? Let’s break it down.
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Why is it happening?
Biological signals: Hormones like ghrelin and leptin which regulate hunger and fullness, can be out of balance.
Psychological cues: Stress, boredom, or emotions can trigger cravings unrelated to real hunger.
Environment: Advertising, social media, and even walking past a café can intensify food thoughts.
How to fight it?
Structured eating: Regular meals and snacks help prevent blood sugar dips that can fuel cravings.
Protein and fibre: These keep you fuller for longer, reducing biological hunger signals.
Mindful eating: Paying attention to how food tastes and how your body feels can retrain your hunger cues.
Stress management: Exercise, sleep, and relaxation techniques reduce emotional triggers.
Professional support: Dietitians, doctors, or new medical approaches can help if you just can’t seem to turn the food noise off on your own.
Is it impossible sometimes?
Unfortunately, it can be very difficult to turn the noise off. It’s stubborn. Even with great habits, hormones, stress, or underlying conditions may keep it loud. In these cases, it’s not about willpower, because it’s a biological response. Medical or therapeutic support can help in these circumstances by targeting the root cause, which is more effective than trying to fight it alone.
Could adding particular foods to your diet help you lose weight? Discover more with these fascinating insights about gut health and the ingredient that can spice up your meals in more ways than one.
Eating for change
Sponsored by Novo Nordisk Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd. Level 10, 118 Mount Street, North Sydney NSW 2060. ABN 40 002 879 996.
Novo Nordisk Medical Information (Australia) 1800 668 626.
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Take the next step with medically supported weight loss. Talk to a doctor today. Visit novocare.com.au for more information and to support your discussion with a doctor.
Sponsored by Novo Nordisk Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd. Level 10, 118 Mount Street, North Sydney NSW 2060. ABN 40 002 879 996. Novo Nordisk Medical Information (Australia) 1800 668 626.
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Take the next step with medically supported weight loss. Talk to a doctor today. Visit novocare.com.au for more information and to support your discussion with a doctor.
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