Keep It Off

Why can one person demolish a pack of biscuits without gaining a pound, while another just looks at one and feels it? The answer isn’t willpower—it’s biology. In this episode, Mel Harris & Shaw Somers unpack the hidden “universe” of metabolism, revealing how your brain, muscles, and even your evolutionary past shape the way you burn energy. Challenge the tired “calories in, calories out” myth and...

You’ve spent years fighting for this new life, so why risk it all for a bit of carbonation? It’s the one rule everyone loves to hate, but there’s a massive difference between "restriction" and "protection." Breaking down exactly what happens to a tiny, egg-sized stomach when you introduce CO{2}, we’re looking at why that painful bloating is actually a warning sign for your long-term success. Stret...

Stop scrolling—your health isn’t a commodity to be outsourced to a package deal or an online bargain. We are pulling back the curtain on the "sunny" reality of medical tourism and the terrifying rise of counterfeit weight loss pens. From surgeons making non-existent cuts to pens filled with pure insulin instead of medication, the risks are not just "minimal"—they are often catastrophic, life-alter...

Ever feel like your body is a puzzle you just can't crack? If you’ve had weight loss surgery or are using GLP-1s, you’ve likely been told to drink more water, but nobody tells you how to actually do it when your stomach is the size of a golf ball. Forget the wellness buzzwords; this is about the physiological reality of keeping your system running smoothly. From why your brain confuses thirst for...

Lost the weight but terrified of gaining it back? Mindset coach Paul Becque explains why weight loss surgery or GLP-1 injections are only half the battle. Discover the "Catch Yourself Thinking" (CYT) method to stop self-sabotage and learn why your "old identity" might be pulling you back toward old habits. We discuss the E+R=O formula for emotional regulation and how to navigate "toxic" reactions...

Ever wondered why half a glass of wine now feels like three, or why you suddenly feel "floored" before you’ve even finished a drink? It’s not just in your head—your surgically altered body now processes alcohol in a fundamentally different way. We’re diving into the unfiltered truth about the complicated relationship between weight loss surgery and alcohol. We break down the science of "first-pass...

Let’s be honest: how many times have you stood on the scales, promised yourself "this time it'll stick," only to feel like a failure a few weeks later? It’s time to stop the self-flagellation. This isn't about a lack of willpower or being "weak"—it’s about a multi-billion pound industry that relies on you coming back, and a biological system that thinks it’s saving your life every time you cut cal...

Ever feel like you’re doing everything right, but your body just stops listening? It turns out your cells might be acting like a teenager blocking out their parents’ shouting. In this deep dive, Mel Harris and guest Shaw Somers pull back the curtain on why GLP-1 medications hit a plateau and how "stupid foods" are designed to break your internal off-switch. We’re stripping away the blame culture a...

Your heart is pounding, you’re drenched in a cold sweat, and the room is spinning—all because you had two biscuits with your tea. Welcome to Dumping Syndrome, one of the most misunderstood and distressing complications of weight loss surgery. It’s not just a deterrent to stop you eating sugar; it’s a complex physiological reaction where your body panics because food is moving too fast. We are stri...

Change sounds simple until you’re the one trying to do it. This conversation strips therapy back to what actually helps when life feels overwhelming, habits feel stuck, and self-criticism is running the show. Sonya brings a grounded, human take on anxiety, trauma and why coping strategies often make sense — until they don’t. We talk about why knowing better doesn’t mean doing better, how the nervo...

You don’t need polished; you need real, so I’m stripping away the layers to show you exactly where my battle with obesity began. In this raw and incredibly personal episode, I take you back to my childhood in East London to uncover the deep-seated roots of my relationship with food. From growing up in a family where weight issues were the norm, to navigating a complex and painful dynamic with a mo...

Get ready to dive into the world of weight loss injections and the truth behind them! Join Mel as she chats with the brilliant Shaw Somers, who breaks down the ins and outs of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. These injections have taken the health world by storm, but what do they really do, and are they safe? Shaw shares his expertise on the evolution of these drugs, their side effects,...

Fake weight loss injections are everywhere — and they’re dangerous. When people feel desperate, they take risks. Ordering jabs online. Trusting promises that sound too good to be true. Sometimes those choices nearly cost lives. This cuts through the rise of fake weight loss injections, why people are drawn to them, and the real physical and psychological risks involved. It also shares clear red fl...

Weight regain doesn’t happen overnight — it sneaks up on you. That quiet shift in habits. Skipping meals. Grazing. Eating on autopilot. Using food to get through a tough moment. Before you know it, clothes feel tighter and the familiar fear starts creeping in. This is an honest, no-nonsense look at how weight regain actually begins — not with one bad decision, but with lots of small ones that feel...

Get ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about obesity and weight loss! Join the conversation with the incredibly insightful Dr Shaw Somers, a leading bariatric surgeon and media commentator, as he dives deep into the complexities of obesity, metabolism, and the impact of our environment on weight gain. Shaw shares his journey from cancer surgery to becoming a pioneer in metabolic surg...

A nine-year-old girl forced into weight loss surgery? It’s a heartbreaking reality that’s left many of us reeling.  This week, we dive deep into a shocking story that highlights the alarming lengths some parents will go to in the name of health, and the devastating impact it can have on a child’s life. Join the conversation as we unpack the complexities of body image, societal pressures, and the u...