This episode is a must-listen if you or someone you love has ever struggled with weight.
Today, Mel sits down with world-renowned, triple board certified endocrinologist and obesity specialist, Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, to explain the medical truth behind your metabolism, weight loss, and the most talked-about medications on the planet: GLP-1s like Ozempic a ... Show More
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The Exact Words You Need to Hear Today
Today, Mel has one of the most powerful conversations you’ll ever hear on this podcast. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, exhausted, or numb by what you’re seeing in the news, today’s episode is for you. When life feels uncertain, it’s easy to start pulling back, n ... Show More
1h 34m
Jan 26
The Most Eye Opening Conversation of Your Life
In today’s episode, you’re going to hear a conversation that will help you find meaning again - especially if you’ve been feeling lost, stuck, stretched thin, or quietly wondering, “Does any of this even matter?” Joining Mel is Ocean Vuong - one of the most acclaimed writers of o ... Show More
1h 28m
Jan 22
The Science of Self Control: Find Motivation, Build Willpower, and Increase Your Focus
In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to get motivated, even when you don’t feel like it. If you feel unmotivated, scatter brained, or exhausted… If you keep reaching for your phone, wine, or the remote even when you want to stop… If you’re frustrated with yourself for lacking dis ... Show More
1h 22m
May 2025
The Belly Fat Episode: The Truth About Muscle Loss, Menopause, and Midlife Fatigue
You’re eating healthy. You’re working out. You’ve cut sugar, carbs, and wine. But the belly fat is still there and no one is giving you answers. This episode connects all the dots. Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, renowned physician, joins Tamsen to explain exactly what’s happening inside ... Show More
42m 28s
May 2023
The Weight Loss Trends Episode
In this episode, we delve into some of the latest weight loss trends and take a closer look at two drugs specifically, Wegovy and Ozempic. Our guest, Dr. Dana Kerges, a family medicine doctor board certified in obesity medicine, shares valuable insights on the latest weight loss ... Show More
23m 20s
Sep 2024
Diet vs. Drugs, Meal Skipping Myths, and The Truth About Processed Meat Snacks
<p>Are you relying on the latest weight loss medications, or have you ever wondered if there’s a better way? In this episode of <em>The Nutrition Couch</em>, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell break down new research revealing how a diet rich in protein and fibre can delive ... Show More
38m 16s
Aug 2025
The Shocking Truth About Ozempic (Doctors Won't Tell You This!)
<p dir="ltr">In this episode, Dr. Jockers takes a deep dive into the shocking truth about Ozempic and other GLP-1 weight loss drugs. You'll hear how these medications actually work in the body, why they cause rapid weight loss for some, and what doctors often leave out about thei ... Show More
19m 54s
Jul 2025
My journey this year with PCOS, inflammation & weight loss
Trigger warning: I discuss fertility testing and weight loss in this episode, so please avoid this episode if those topics are triggering for youOn Monday we did an episode with the amazing Hazel Wallace all about PCOS and gynae health. It was an education, and I’m so thankful to ... Show More
43m 33s