Weight What?

Ever feel like a balloon after a meal? Spoiler: it's not just about the food baby! In this episode, we dive into the real reasons behind bloating. From gulping air with straws to the sneaky sugar-free snacks that puff us up, we uncover the hilarious truth about our gut's drama. Join us as we explore why your stomach might be staging a protest and how stress is the ultimate bloating villain...

What if your headaches aren’t just in your head… but part of a bigger story your body has been trying to tell you? In this episode, we’re connecting dots most people don’t even realize exist. We’re diving into the surprising link between headaches and weight gain, and trust us, it’s not just about pain. We explore how medications, stress hormones, inflammation, gut health, and blood sugar swings c...

Have you ever tried on a pair of jeans, seen the size, and instantly felt… different about yourself? It’s just a number, but somehow, it doesn’t feel that way. In this episode, we unpack why dress sizes carry so much emotional weight, how the fashion industry has shaped the way we see ourselves, and why that number can impact our confidence more than we realize. We talk about: • Why sizing is inco...

Do your resolutions feel a little… stale? Maybe you started the year strong, but somewhere along the way, life got busy and your routines slipped. If that sounds familiar, this episode is your reminder, you don’t need to wait for a new year to start again. Spring is the perfect time for a reset. In this episode, we talk about how to refresh your goals without guilt, let go of what’s not working, a...

Ever feel like you’re “good all week”… and then one dinner or party undoes everything? You’re not alone—and it’s not about willpower. In this episode, we break down why nights out feel so hard when you’re trying to stay on track with your health or weight loss goals. From going in too hungry to making decisions in the moment, we’re sharing the real reasons we overeat—and how to change it without r...

Most of us sabotage our health goals without even realizing it. We skip workouts, snack late at night, or hit snooze one too many times, and somehow our mind always has a good excuse ready. In this episode, we talk about why our brains do this and how these small habits can keep us stuck. More importantly, we share simple, practical ways to move past the excuses and start building real consistency...

Self-blame can quietly sabotage our health andweight-loss efforts and it can spread out to the rest of our lives. In this episode, we explore how blaming ourselves for every setback, from missed workouts to weight fluctuations, can trigger stress, emotional eating, and cycles of guilt that keep us stuck. We discuss how the brain tries to create meaning from chaos, often leading us to harsh self-ju...

Shortcuts rarely work when it comes to health and weightloss. In this episode, we explore why the promise of the quick fix keeps pulling us in, and why it so often leads to frustration and weight regain. We talk about how our brains crave efficiency and comfort,which can quietly sabotage lasting change. More importantly, we share science-backed strategies that actually help: defining your “why,” p...

This week Leah has lost her voice. So we are giving you a special presentation of our This or That. It was recorded live so that is the votes you will hear about. This episode is all about making choices when the choice isn't obvious. If you like this episode, you can find more Curiosity Corners at https://www.patreon.com/cw/WeightWhat

Making decisions is exhausting and maybe you feel like you don't have the willpower and logic to make good decisions for yourself. But the reality, the decisions are depleting your body and causing you to crave sugar. This is a must listen.

In this conversation, we dive into a topic that people don’t usually talk about openly—bathroom health. We get real aboutthings like hemorrhoids, time on the toilet, enemas and why it’s actually important to have these conversations instead of feeling embarrassed about them. We share some personalexperiences, clear up a few common myths about hemorrhoids, and talk about how diet and lifestyle can...

In this episode, we talk about contagious negativity and howit can quietly spread through our lives. Just like a virus, negativity can move from person to person, affecting our mood, our energy, our relationships, and even our physical health. We explore the different ways negativity shows up, including the difference between the negative thoughts we create in our own minds and the negativity that...

We dive into the MIND diet, a way of eating that’s all about supporting brain health and lowering the risk of Alzheimer’s. We break down what’s actually in the diet, why it matters, and how it stacks up against other popular approaches like the Mediterranean and DASH diets. Along the way, we share our own experiences with making food changes (the good, the hard, and the “wait, why didn’t anyone te...

In this episode, we talk about how the words we casuallytoss around can quietly hijack our thoughts, moods, and even our health. We unpack some of those “everyone says this” phrases that seem harmless but actually keep us stuck in shame, pressure, and all-or-nothing thinking (rude). We share real-life stories, laugh at ourselves, and break down how tweaking ourlanguage can shift how we feel in our...

In this episode, we dive into how your personality can impact your weight, habits, and overall health. We break down the four personality types (A, B, C, and D, did you know there were four) and talk about how each one approaches food, exercise, stress, and motivation differently.   We share real-life insights and simple, practical tips to help you work with your personality instead of fighting it...

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of red-light therapy, starting with a fun, light-hearted chat about what “red light” usually makes people think of, before shifting into why we’re actually curious about it for our own health and wellness goals. We share our personal experiences withdifferent wellness tools and then break down the science behind red light therapy in a simple way,...

In this episode, we dive into what it really means to reset your nervous system and how stress shows up in both our bodies and our minds. We talk about how modern life, constant noise, distractions, and never-ending demands, can keep us stuck in chronic stress, often without even realizing it. We share someof the physical and emotional signs we’ve noticed in ourselves and others, and why a nervous...

In this episode, we dive into the often messy relationship many of us have with the scale. We talk about the emotional and psychological stuff that comes up when we weigh ourselves, sharing our own experiences, routines, and even the little games we play to make sense of the number staring back at us. We remind ourselves (and you) that weight is just one piece of the health puzzle, and that fluctu...

In this episode, we talk about that weird post-holidayslump—when the celebrations are over, motivation is low, and anxiety seems to creep back in. We share our own experiences with holiday indulgence, meditation, and the financial stress that can linger after the fun ends, along with the science behind why the post-holiday blues are so real. Most importantly, we dive into simple, doable ways to ea...

In this conversation, we chat about what success and wellness really look like when we stop trying to follow everyone else’s rules. We talk about finding our own rhythm, listening to our bodies, and figuring out what actually works for us, not what we think we should be doing. We share how tracking progress can be useful without turninginto pressure, and how real, lasting change comes from small,...

In this conversation, we talk about how staying hydrated in the winter is way harder than it should be, because apparently when it’s cold, our bodies just forget how thirst works. We also remind ourselves not to panic over normal weight fluctuations (because the scale loves drama), and we dig into why boring,consistent healthy habits actually matter more than quick fixes. We nerd out a bit on the...

In this conversation, we get real about our health and weight-loss journeys, the messy parts, the wins, and everything in between. We talk about tracking progress (even when we don’t want to), mindful eating (yes, including the emotional snacking), and why realistic goals matter way more than perfection. We also dig into how childhood experiences messed with our body image, how hormones seem to ha...

In this episode, we have our first fight as discuss whether it is ok to label food good or bad. We dive into the complicated habit of labeling foods as “good” or “bad” and how that language affects the way we eat and feel. We explore what really drives our food choices and why sometimes we need to set boundaries. We talk about how guilt and morality can sneak into eating habits, why clearer and ki...

Leah asks Kamna all about her a three-month nutrition coaching journey—messy, motivating, and full of “aha” moments. We unpack the ups and downs of finding the right nutritionist,navigating an elimination diet, and realizing that food changes are never just about food. Emotional support turned out to be just as crucial as nutritional advice, helping us stay grounded when things felt overwhelming....

In this chat, we dive into the world of food sensitivities with Christa Biegler, RD. She is an award-winning dietitian and root-cause nutritionist, and the owner of Less Stressed Life Nutrition. She helps people resolve food sensitivities, inflammation, and eczema without unnecessary restriction, endless supplementation, or costly testing. She lives with her unicyclinghusband & kids in the Midwest...