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!

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Michael Murphy

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Health

Latest episode

Aug 10, 2025

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Episodes

Episode 24: Weight Loss Primer Part 1: My foolproof step by step plan for permanent weight loss! 07.02.2022

If you are in search of permanent weight loss or a restart in your weight loss, follow my step-by-step plan in part one of this important and hopefully life changing episode. I will take you through each step, one at a time, so you won’t feel so overwhelmed. Plus, is oatmeal good or bad for you?

Episode 23: Top 10 most common excuses I hear from my weight loss clients and how to overcome them! 26.01.2022

I have heard many excuses over my years of working as a Dietitian and although some are very valid excuses, most just need a different set of eyes to help overcome them. This episode we focus on ways to combat those excuses. Also, Listen to this episode for Dietitian Dad‘s top 4 behavior changes that you may not have thought of to lose weight as well! Reviews are always appreciated!

Episode 22: Starvation Mode: Is it Real Or a Myth? 12.01.2022

The term “starvation mode” is used so often I don’t think a day goes by that I don’t hear somebody mention it to me. I look at the studies and come to a conclusion as to it’s existence (real or not) and what to do about it if it is truly a weight loss deterrent. Stay around until the end to hear my experience in the world of social media in 2021 and the interesting comments thrown my way. And don’...

Episode 21: Year in review of diet trends that worked and a look ahead to 2022 28.12.2021

In this episode I look back on popular diet/nutrition trends that I liked….including less focus on the number on the scale, intuitive eating, more focus on other health markers that matter, and many more. I also discuss the year ahead and what will become the norm in the nutrition world. Also, learn my no. 1 behavior needed to lose weight and keep it off. And don’t forget, my individual and group...

EP 20: Behind the scenes of the weight loss surgery industry. Weight loss is always too slow…why?? 13.12.2021

The weight loss surgery industry is very complicated and can come across as more money hungry then caring. Rest assured there is a lot more to the story. Dietitian dad reveals what goes on behind the scenes of a weight loss surgery clinic to help you better understand the perspective of the surgeon. Also, have you ever said you “only lost” a certain amount of weight? Find out why this is the wrong...

Strength Training: One of the 4 Key Pillars of Your Weight Loss Journey! Plus holiday eating tips! 29.11.2021

Dietitian Dad goes into greater detail on why strength training needs to be part of your weight loss path. Back in episode seven he discussed the four pillars of weight loss success, and strength training was one of them. However, too many are not doing it. Listen to hear why you should be doing it and how to get started if you feel lost. Be sure to subscribe and review if you like this episode. V...

Episode 18: Everything Dietitian Dad learned in 18 years working with weight loss patients! 17.11.2021

I have put in my “10,000 hours” easily in the world of weight loss and WLS. Im. It using studies or published research for this episode. This is simply about what I observed as the most common factors about weight (loss and gain) in my experience seeing over 10,000 patients. There is easily room for a part 2 so if you like this episode and want more, let me know!!! Plus, I talk about a new study o...

Is your diet as an adult highly linked to your childhood upbringing? Why this needs to be explored! 02.11.2021

It’s not a secret that how we are raised has a tremendous impact on our adulthood. But most of us fail to dig a little bit deeper into the why we struggle to lose weight, or make permanent changes in our eating habits because they are so ingrained in us from many years ago. In this episode, Dietitian Dad dives into this and relates his own upbringing to how he relates to food as an adult. Be ready...

Weight Loss Stalls..how to overcome these and jumpstart your weight loss. 20.10.2021

➡️ Everyone who attempts to lose weight will ultimately hit a point where the weight loss will stall. At this point, many people get frustrated and see their weight go back up. Dietitian Dad discusses strategies to overcome a stall and make sure you continue to drop enough weight to make sure your health will no longer be compromised. He also discusses the concept of momentum and how important thi...

Is willpower real? Are we truly in control of our decisions and how do we master our willpower? 06.10.2021

You do not want to miss this episode on the concept of willpower. So many of us blame the lack of willpower as to why we have a hard time saying no to foods that we love. Or we don’t have the willpower to exercise after a long day. Dietitian dad explores this concept and gives you tips on how to grasp control back of your own ability to say no. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it and give...

The definitive guide to Meal/Snack Planning to ensure it becomes a lifetime habit. 20.09.2021

Very few of us consistently have a perfectly stocked fridge with food ready to go for the week. You have to accept this likely will never be you. In this episode we discuss ways to get around this to making prepping and planning your daily eating so much easier and quicker. Using the PSP method (Plan, Shop, Prep) is discussed in this episode and how to make all three steps as painless as possible...

Childhood obesity and how this affects you as an adult! 06.09.2021

1 in 3 children are overweight or obese in this country and it’s not getting any better. Dietitian Dad dives into the causes of this and what we need to do about it. This is a very important episode so you have a child, invite him or her to listen with you. Plus, is it wrong to tell someone that it looks they lost weight? You may. It think so but you might change your mind after listening.

Weight Loss Motivation. How to master it to truly conquer weight loss for good! 24.08.2021

Dietitian Dad discusses his experience with going viral on TikTok and why this isn’t necessarily a good thing. He also reveals the most common daily eating behavior in his overweight clients. Then listen for an important discussion about external vs internal motivational factors so you can find that spark to lose weight for good!

Uncomfortable Truths about nutrition, weight loss, and exercise! 09.08.2021

Dietitian Dad dives deep into some controversial topics related to food, exercise, and weight loss. Some of his opinions may not sit well with everyone, but open debate is always welcome. Listen to this episode to learn how much of a role genetics has on a persons weight, why trigger warnings are used to often these days, and why you should exercise every single day! Please rate, review and subscr...

Top 15 tips for permanent weight loss! 27.07.2021

This podcast applies to those who are ready to permanently lose weight and keep it off, whether they are doing it in their own or with the assistance of weight loss surgery. The tips come fast so be ready to take notes and hopefully this information can set you on a course to permanently change your life!

Everything you need to know about nutrition in under 15 minutes! 13.07.2021

Dietitian Dad breaks down the basic nutrition information you need to know and how to apply this to your health and weigh loss goals. Topics include: 1. Fats/carbs/proteins… what are these and how much should we be eating of them? 2. Vitamins/Minerals..What should we be taking a why are these important? Listen for a quick nutrition lesson and you’ll takeaway a few things to apply to your life.

Popular “FAD” diets discussed including Keto and Intermittent Fasting. 28.06.2021

Episode 8 brings brings Dietitian Dad into the wonderful world of fad diets. Including IF, Keto, Phentermine and HcG. This important episode examines the billion dollar diet industry which is only making us more obese. What should you do for yourself? Listen to find some answers. Also, how much protein can be absorbed in one sitting?

The 4 Pillars of Weight Loss 14.06.2021

In this must listen episode, Dietitian Dad discusses the 4 most important skills needed to be mastered to achieve permanent weight loss and health. Be ready to implement these in your own life and give yourself a grade in how you think you are doing in each of these for pillars in your life currently.

Most Common Misconceptions About Nutrition. 24.05.2021

Dietitian Dad has seen thousands of patients. These are some of the most common misconceptions he hears most often. This episode tackles the answers to questions like: Is it OK to eat before bed or not? Should we be eating breakfast? Is diet soda OK to drink? Recent studies are cited to back up the answers to these questions. Those answers could be the key to helping you lose weight and become hea...

Everything you need to know about weight loss surgery (Part 3) 11.05.2021

Part 3! This episode continues your journey through your weight loss surgery. This episode cover tips on long-term successful weight loss and maintenance. Some of the topics covered include: 1. The most important habits you need to establish for long-term success. 2. Meal planning. 3. Understanding the difference between hunger and satiety. And much more!

Everything you need to know about weight loss surgery (part 2)! 04.05.2021

Part 2! If you are looking to have Weight Loss Surgery or have already had it, this episode covers many important details you need to know to be prepared for success. This episode covers: 1. What to focus on after surgery (post-op diet, vitamins, hair loss). 2. Most important tips and concepts to understand to be successful the first year. 3. The importance of eating protein first and the concept...

Everything you need to know about Weight Loss Surgery (Part 1) 26.04.2021

If you are looking to have Weight Loss Surgery or have already had it, this episode covers many important details you need to know to be prepared for success. This episode covers: 1. What type of surgery is best for you. 2. How to choose the right surgeon. 3. What to expect at your first appointment. 4. What are your diet and exercise to focus on.

The Most Important Concept You Must Understand for Weight Loss! 12.04.2021

If you need help losing weight, don’t miss this episode! I, Michael Murphy (aka Dietitian Dad) review how many food decisions we make a day before moving on to the topic of caloric density when it comes to understanding why or why not weight loss is happening for you. Thank you for listening and Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @dietitian_dad.

Daily Food Decisions...STRESSFUL! 29.03.2021

Did you know you can make over 200 food related decisions a day?! In this introductory podcast you will get to know me, a dietitian for 18 years and father of three teens. You will learn tips on maximizing your body weight, nutrition and health! Starting with discussing the stress of making those food decisions every day. Follow me at dietitian_mike on Instagram and TikTok.

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