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The Heavy Truth

The Heavy Truth

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Nurse Practitioners Ben and Amy discuss their knowledge and experience in the medical weight management field.The Heavy Truth Hygiene & Healthy Living
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  • S3 E13 - Food Noise, Quiet Minds & One Very Chubby Raccoon
    Jun 29 2026

    Ever feel like your brain is constantly thinking about food—even when you're not hungry? That's food noise, and for many people it's exhausting.

    This week on The Heavy Truth, Amy and Ben break down what food noise really is, why it's not just a lack of willpower, and how GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound can help quiet the constant mental chatter around food. We explore the science behind appetite, cravings, and why so many people describe these medications as finally giving them "peace" around eating.

    And because no episode of The Heavy Truth is complete without going off the rails... we somehow end up talking about a hilariously chubby raccoon. Trust us, it makes more sense (sort of) when you hear it.

    Whether you're taking a GLP-1, considering one, or just trying to understand why food seems to dominate your thoughts, this episode offers practical insights, a few laughs, and reassurance that you're not alone.

    🎙️ Listen, laugh, and learn with Amy and Ben as they separate fact from fiction, one heavy truth at a time.

    #FoodNoise #GLP1 #WeightLoss #ObesityMedicine #Contrave#Wegovy #Zepbound#Foundayo #TheHeavyTruth Podcast #Nutrition #MindfulEating #Appetite #WeightManagement #LifestyleMedicine #Podcast

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    24 mins
  • S3 E12 - Found-A-Yo Self a GLP-1 Pill
    Jun 8 2026

    This week on The Heavy Truth, Ben and Amy crack open the biggest obesity medicine news since someone looked at a weekly injection and said, "There has to be an easier way."

    Enter Foundayo™ (orforglipron) — Eli Lilly's brand-new oral GLP-1 weight loss pill. No needles. No refrigeration. No timing your breakfast like you're defusing a bomb. Just a once-daily tablet that can be taken anytime, with or without food or water.

    Ben and Amy break down:

    • What exactly Foundayo is and how it works
    • Why this isn't "Ozempic in a pill"
    • The surprising science behind a GLP-1 tablet that doesn't require fasting
    • The ATTAIN-1 trial results, where patients lost an average of about 12.4% of their body weight, with some losing considerably more.
    • How it compares to injectable medications like Zepbound and Wegovy
    • Common side effects and who may be a good candidate
    • The pricing, insurance questions, and whether this could finally make obesity treatment more accessible to millions of people who never wanted an injection.

    Plus, Ben and Amy discuss the real question everyone's asking:

    If a GLP-1 shot becomes a GLP-1 pill, does your medicine cabinet officially become a weight-loss pharmacy?

    Whether you're needle-phobic, GLP-curious, or just wondering if "Foundayo" sounds more like a dance move than a medication, this episode delivers everything you need to know about the newest player in the obesity treatment game.

    Spoiler Alert: The future of weight management may fit in your pocket.

    "Take one tablet daily. Side effects may include reduced hunger, increased hope, and suddenly noticing how many commercials feature pizza." 🍕💊

    #TheHeavyTruth #Foundayo #Orforglipron #GLP1 #WeightLoss #ObesityMedicine #Lilly #BenAndAmy #NoNeedlesNeeded

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    27 mins
  • S3 E11 - The Truth About Consistency: Why We Fall Off (Even When We Know Better)
    May 8 2026

    Everyone wants results... Until it's time to be consistent.

    In this episode of The Heavy Truth Podcast. Ben, Amy and Producer Mike get real about why so many people start strong and then fall off on their goals. From motivation highs to burnout crashes and a little bit of "life got in the way", they break down patterns that keep people stuck, even when they know EXACTLY what they need to do.

    With real-time conversation featuring Ben calling in remotely (which proves priorities are key to follow-through) the crew dives into the difference between " life happening" and repeated inconsistency, and challenge listeners to take ownership of their habits! Tune in to another interesting episode!

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    35 mins
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