Michael Murphy

Dietitian Dad

Health EN ↓ 74 episodes

Everyone needs a dietitian just like they need a doctor, lawyer, and auto mechanic. Let me be your father of the nutrition world and help you maneuver through the complicated world of weight loss and diets!

Author

Michael Murphy

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Health

Latest episode

Aug 10, 2025

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Episodes

Episode 74: What is it like working as a Weight Loss Dietitian? 10.08.2025

How knowing a weight loss dietitians’ behind the scenes thoughts at work could increase your weight loss success. Plus: why programs/challenges like “72 Hard” could actually be hurting you more than helping.

Ep: 73 Best Weight Loss Choice? 27.05.2025

Dietitian Dad analyzes the 3 current most popular weight loss methods (GLP-1, Weight Loss Surgery, and Diet/Exercise) and recommends the best option citing his experience and recent studies.

Ep 72: The “Lipid” Episode 14.04.2025

Are you aware of your lipid profile? You need to be..and Dietitian Dad (Mike) explains why in this informative episode. He looks at the latest studies on how to raise HDL (good cholesterol) levels as well as other recent studies around fat/cholesterol. Plus: a new restaurant just opened in his area and this set off a nerve..get ready for a rant! Enjoy and don’t forget to leave a review!!

Ep. 71: Semaglutide and GLP-1: Everything you need to know!! 17.02.2025

Dietitian Dad is back with a brand new episode after a little break and we are going to learn everything we can about Semaglutide and other GLP-1 inhibitors. He has been working with patients on this medication for weight loss for over two years now, and he shares his knowledge of the inner workings of it as well as the studies showing its effectiveness. He also dives into the rate of regain and h...

Ep 70: A Bariatric Surgery Roadmap 02.11.2024

What should be the goals at various stages before and after bariatric surgery? Listen for your roadmap to permanent success. Plus, Dietitian Dad reveals what goes on behind the scenes of a busy bariatric practice. Enjoy!!

Ep 69: The “Muscle” episode! 02.09.2024

Everything you need to know about building muscle, especially after weight loss or during weight loss. What are the best workouts for muscle building? Is creatine necessary? What do the latest studies show us? Can swimming help build muscle? Dietitian Dad goes over all these questions and more!

The Mediterranean Diet: for both weight loss and health! 28.07.2024

Ep. 68: This almost perfect way to eat to improve health and weight loss: The Mediterranean Diet. What is it and what foods are included I it? Do you have to follow it 100% perfectly? Why is it so beneficial? Go to Hungryroot.com and use code Dietitiandad40 for 40% off your first order. You will love it like I did.

Ep 67: Fat Loss and Regain: Why this Happens and What To Do To Prevent it. 30.06.2024

This episode reviews new studies supporting the theory Dietitian Dad has been telling his patients for years. Why you should understand the role of the hormones ghrelin and leptin in your ability to not gain back the fat you lost. Plus: Oprah Winfrey didn’t quite tell the whole truth about how she recently lost her weight and how this resonates with his clients when Dietitian Dad has to decide whe...

Ep 66: Top 10 ways to lose fat (weight) and keep it off!! 04.06.2024

In this episode, Dietitian Dad puts together his own list of the top 10 ways to get fat off your body and goes into detail on each one. This is definitely an episode you do not want to pass up if you’re confused about all of the different options. And you consistently try new things only to see minimal results or regaining of weight.

Ep 65: Weight Loss Surgery Revisions. Everything you need to know! 29.04.2024

If you’re even thinking about having a revision to a previous weight loss surgery, this is the episode you must listen to. Even if you aren’t though, you should still get the information so you can remember this for the future. Dietitian Dad goes into the decisions behind having a revision, what revision options you have, as well as what other options you have to avoid having a revision done…Plus,...

Ep. 64: Stopping the “Fat Goblin” from returning. How to avoid regain!! 25.03.2024

Fat loss is the goal (aka weight loss). But why are you losing focus on it and regaining?? Why does the term “weight loss” need to be retired? Same with the term “clean eating”. This episode is full of tips on fat loss motivation and eating the right way for success. Enjoy!!

Ep. 63: Pros and Cons of counting calories, weighing yourself, eating after 8pm, vitamins, and more! 26.02.2024

Listen to this episode as dietitian dad explores both sides of the argument on many nutrition beliefs, coming to his conclusions. Plus, your expectations are too high when it comes to seeing progress in your health and fitness…find out why! Thanks for listening!!

Ep: 62 Skinny shaming? Top advice from TikTok analyzed. 05.02.2024

Dietitian Dad looks at some of his most viral advice videos and expounds on these with more tips and words of wisdom in the weight loss and health world. Plus, is skinny shaming a thing?

Ep 61: Behind the Scenes of Weight Loss Surgery! 02.01.2024

What’s it like on the other side of the curtain when it comes to weight loss surgery clinics and hospitals? How much does it cost Weight loss surgeons to operate and how do they make a profit? What’s the difference between having surgery in the states versus going out of the country? What is insurance reimbursement like? Plus, Dietitian goes over the three different types of Timelines after weight...

Ep 60: The Dark Side of the Weight Loss and Nutrition Industry 28.11.2023

It’s very important that you tread lightly when you navigate the world of weight loss and nutrition. There are so many people out there that will do or say anything to take your money. Listen to this episode to learn how you can protect yourself and avoid falling victim. Also, a new weight loss drug was just approved! Is it any good?

Ep 59: Weight Loss Advice and Weight Loss in the News!! 01.11.2023

In this episode, Dietitian Dad looks at the latest articles on weight loss and health and critiques the advice given including the usage of apple cider vinegar for weight loss. He also answers the most common questions and comments he receives on his viral videos.

Ep 58: The Gym Episode! Biggest gym pet peeves and more! 09.10.2023

This episode might change your perception of what it means to be a gym goer. Gym facts, trends, pet peeves and more! Hate gyms? We discuss what other options are there for you. 7 benefits of working out and none have to do with weight loss. Enjoy!!!

Ep 57: The Negatives (And Positives) of Weight Loss Surgery Explored. 12.09.2023

As great as weight loss surgery is, there are also some possible negatives to this life-changing surgery. Dietitian dad explores what the negatives are and the solutions for that. It’s a must listen if you were thinking about having weight loss surgery but still a good listen even if you’ve already undergone the procedure. Plus: top strategies to lose weight article reviewed. Reviews are welcome a...

Ep 56: Losing “Weight” is good but losing “Fat” and gaining “Muscle” is better! 21.08.2023

This is a must listen if you are looking to change your body composition! Everybody wants to lose weight, which is mostly what they focus on, but in reality, they really want to lose bodyfat and maintain or gain lean muscle mass. This episode will change the way you think about weight loss. It will also answer the much debated question: Is it possible to lose fat and gain muscle at the same time?...

Ep 55: How (and why) to wean off calorie counting for good! 31.07.2023

Are you a consistent calorie count her during your weight loss journey? If you are, that’s great! It doesn’t mean you like it though. Check out this episode where Dietitian Dad talks about why calorie counting has its drawbacks, and how to not depend on it for the rest of your life. Plus, if you are undergoing a weight-loss journey, especially weight loss surgery, Dietitian dad discusses why he th...

Ep 54: What we can learn about weight loss from the weight loss surgery industry! 14.07.2023

We can learn a lot about weight loss by observing those who had weight loss surgery. This episode explores what Dietitian Dad has learned through his career of counseling over 10,000 weight loss surgery patients and clients. Plus: we take a look at some the latest weight loss stories in the news and decide if they are legitimate or just a bunch of hype. Enjoy (and don’t forget to leave a review!).

Ep. 53: Quest Chips vs Ruffles. Is it better to ignore taste for better nutrition in the long run? 28.06.2023

Would you prefer a protein muffin or a doughnut? Protein chips or Lays? I’m sure most of us would prefer the latter but we will sacrifice taste for weight loss and nutrition. But is this the right choice for long-term success? Does it rob us of the joy of tasty food? Dietitian Dad addresses these questions in this episode. Plus, good vs evil on Social Media. More nutrition experts are coming out a...

Ep 52: Fast Food Nation and the state of the weight loss industry! 04.06.2023

A man recently lost 60 pounds eating only McDonalds for 90 days. How did he do it? An iconic brand Jenny Craig is closing its doors. Dietitian Dad discusses the fast food industry and how fast food can be included in your lifestyle. And why the weight loss Industry is in the verge of huge changes. Book recommendation: Fast Food Nation by Eric Schlosser.

The case against weighing yourself, counting calories, and meal prepping. Plus: Mailbag questions. 15.05.2023

Dietitian Dad has recommended meal tracking and meal prepping thousands of times. He has also seen many of his patients weigh themselves to the point of obsession. This episode, he discusses why he thinks these things should possibly be done with! Plus, your questions answered!!

Episode 50!! The “Satiety” Episode. How to muffle hunger and cravings. 24.04.2023

Everyones hope in weight loss is to be able to eat smaller portions while feeling satisfied and having minimal cravings. This is what weight loss surgery does, it’s what Ozempic does or any other Semaglutide medication. But what if you can crate your own natural way of decreasing your hunger and cravings? Plus, what are bile acids and how are they related to weight loss? Enjoy! And don’t forget to...

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