The Heavy Truth

On this episode of The Heavy Truth , Ben and Amy dive into the critical role support plays on your health journey. Whether it’s emotional, practical, or inspirational, having the right people around you is essential for success. They’re joined by a special guest, Jody, a loyal listener and supporter of the podcast, who shares his own health journey. Jody discusses how having the right people in yo...

The dynamic duo is back again for another episode of THT. Ben and Amy will discuss the limitations and biases of the treatment of obesity. Why are so many individuals not given the opportunity to have their chronic disease of obesity treated such as those who have been diagnosed with hypertension, thyroid disorders, diabetes or even cancer! Why is this the case? Well, you will hear today. Also, le...

This episode of The Heavy Truth Ben and Amy will discuss the term "Diabesity". Although this is not a true diagnosis, it is a term that encompasses obesity and diabetes, including insulin resistance and pre-diabetes. Let the dynamic duo educate you on what this mean, how to improve your outcome or help reverse this condition prior to the development of diabetes. Listen in for tips and tricks on ho...

The Heavy Truth Podcasters, Ben and Amy discuss managing and navigating way to stay accountable while on vacation, business trips or going out socially without derailment. Our duo also discusses their Alaskan Cruise they took together. Vacationing and trips should not be a stressor nor an excuse to have a "free for all" when it comes to dietary intake and exercise while away from home. Listen in f...

Season 2 of THT discusses co-host Ben's personal experience with his own skin removal surgery. Ben is open and candid about what procedure he had performed, his recovery and even discusses costs associated with his procedure. Ben and Amy talk about risks associated with seeking out discounted surgeons in hopes of saving a buck. An episode to tune into for sure.

On this episode of THT podcast, we have our very first in studio guest speaker. Amy will have a fun and educational chat with a newly certified health coach to discuss the benefits of coaching. Tune in to find out who is in the hot seat on this episode of The Heavy Truth!

In this episode of THT podcast, Ben and Amy will discuss the correlation of sleep (or lack thereof) and weight gain. Statistically, those individuals who do not get enough shut eye increase their risks of obesity and obesity related comorbidities. Our experts will give you suggestions on how to help improve your sleep quality and your overall health.

In the episode of THT Ben and Amy will discuss how the insurance industry dictates how approvals and or denials are processed for anti-obesity medications. This process is grueling, and we will give you tips on how this process can go more smoothly. Knowing this important information ahead of time can surely expedite this entire process. Take notes and hopefully you will learn a lot from our exper...

Part 2 of 2. The Bigger O!! On this episode (part 2 of 2) of The Heavy Truth our cohosts Ben and Amy will recap the recently aired Oprah Special; Shame, Blame and the Weight Loss Revolution. Ben and Amy will break things down and give their expertise and professional opinions on the topics discussed.

The Big O! On this episode (part 1 of 2) of The Heavy Truth our cohosts Ben and Amy will recap the recently aired Oprah Special; Shame, Blame and the Weight Loss Revolution. Ben and Amy will break things down and give their expertise and professional opinions on the topics discussed.

On this episode of The Heavy Truth, Ben and Amy discuss the popular topic of eating out and how to navigate that often stressful situation. Many people struggle with staying on track when they are out of their normal routine and find it hard to enjoy themselves while eating out. Our experts share important strategies to assist you in eating out mindfully and still having a good time. Checking the...

In this episode Ben and Amy will be discussing the importance of meal planning, prepping and shopping tips. How can you incorporate this into your weekly activities? Why it is important to plan ahead in order to prevent making poor dietary mistakes that leaves one feeling guilty for "derailing"? Discussing and explaining that you do not need to be a master chef to eat healthy. Listen and...

Sleep, exercise, and hydration. How can an imbalance of these three things affect your overall health and weight? In this episode, Ben and Amy discuss the importance of getting enough sleep and how it can potentially cause weight loss to come to a halt. Additionally, why is it important to drink enough water, and how much is enough? Finally, exercise and how certain types of physical activity are...

Part 2 of 2. The GLP-1 craze. Ozempic, Wegovy, Saxenda, Zepbound, and Mounjaro have all become household names these days. Ben and Amy will continue to explain these medications, indications for use, lack of access, and potential effects. As well as why they may not be for everyone. Tune in for this educational conversation.

Part 1 of 2. The GLP-1 craze. Ozempic, Wegovy, Saxenda, and Zepbound have become household names these days. Ben and Amy will explain these medications, indications for use, lack of access, and potential effects. As well as why the medication is not for everyone.

THT Episode 6: Healthy munchin' and eating out. This episode will leave you with a new outlook on healthy snacking and tips to stay on track while going out to eat. Ben and Amy will discuss their opinions on snacking and share some of their favorite snacks. Listen in and learn how to avoid unnecessary calories from mindless snacking.

Insulin Resistance: what does it mean? In this episode, Ben and Amy will be discussing insulin resistance in a way that is easy to understand. Can it be reversed, and the implications of having this diagnosis. As well as tips on what can be done to prevent the development of insulin resistance.

THT- Fad Diets In this episode, Ben and Amy will dive into all the popular and not so popular diets over the years. Discuss why these diets just do not work and what are more sustainable ways to improve overall health.

San Antonio Obesity Medicine Association Conference Recap In this episode, Ben and Amy will chat about their trip to attend OMA's annual obesity conference, discuss what they learned, their takeaways, sites they visited while in Texas, and of course, their typical friendly banter.

THT- The Chronic Disease of Obesity. This episode will help you understand that obesity is a chronic, relapsing disease that needs to be treated long term. Why some clinicians address obesity with their patients and why others do not. Understanding the importance of making small changes that yield significant benefits is the key takeaway with this episode. This is one not to miss. Enjoy!

Ben & Amy discuss in their first episode how they got into weight loss medicine, how they met, and more... Ben Ramirez is a Nurse Practitioner with board certifications in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine. He has been in the field of nursing for more than 15 years, both at the bedside and clinic settings. As a strong patient advocate, he consistently provides evidence-based patient centere...