Actor Ethan Suplee was an aspiring plus size model long before it became trendy and now sets out to examine our current obesity crisis. On American Glutton, he’...
Your Body Already Knows: Ayurveda’s Secret to Healing Women & Beyond with Nidhi Pandya
Ethan Suplee dives into the world of Ayurveda with guest Nidhi Pandya, an Ayurvedic doctor and author of Your Body Already Knows. Discover how women are reclaiming health, healing trauma, and finding balance in a chaotic world. From bio-individuality to perimenopause, Nidhi reveals why slowing down—not doing more—unlocks your body’s wisdom. A fresh take on wellness that challenges modern myths and inspires sustainable change for all.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Welcome to the American Glutton Podcast00:10 - What Is an Ayurvedic Doctor?01:27 - Connecting Life and Wellness03:14 - Nidhi’s Focus on Women’s Health04:56 - Ethan’s Take on Women’s Complexity06:41 - When a Woman Heals, the World Heals09:33 - Men vs. Women: Biological Nuances11:02 - Trauma and Healing Differences12:30 - Bio-Individuality in Ayurveda16:23 - Your Body Already Knows: The Book21:34 - Clarity Through Cleansing24:40 - Finding Equilibrium in Modern Life29:10 - Circadian Rhythms and Balance31:55 - A Loving Approach to Health35:39 - Upgrading Your Body’s Detox Ability39:43 - Ancient Practices for Modern Energy44:39 - Living Well Without Prescriptions46:09 - Slowing Down for Big Discoveries47:26 - Final Thoughts and Farewell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Cracking the Hunger Code: A New Era in Weight Loss with Dr. Chris McGowan
In this episode of American Glutton, Ethan Suplee welcomes back Dr. Christopher McGowan to discuss the science behind weight loss, GLP-1 medications, and the body's resistance to maintaining weight loss. They explore the role of hunger hormones, the risks of rapid weight cycling, and groundbreaking new medical procedures that can help control appetite. Dr. McGowan shares insights on endoscopic techniques, including ghrelin-reducing procedures, and the future of weight loss interventions.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 – Welcome Back, Dr. Christopher McGowan00:11 – The Science of Weight Regain02:07 – The Struggle of Long-Term Weight Loss04:32 – What Comes After GLP-1s?06:42 – Compounded Medications and Market Trends12:49 – Risks of Yo-Yo Dieting and Muscle Loss17:28 – Ghrelin: The Hunger Hormone Explained20:57 – New Endoscopic Procedures for Appetite Control26:49 – Comparing Surgical and Non-Surgical Options37:34 – The Future of Weight Loss Interventions58:15 – Closing Thoughts and Final Takeaways Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Perspective Shift: Weight Loss & Self-Discipline
Ethan answers: “How has your perspective on diet changed from beginning to now? Meaning from when you very first tried dieting and maybe you weren’t successful and then had success, but then gained it back and now where you are mostly maintaining. What is your overall perspective on diet these days?”00:00 – Introduction00:35 – Ethan’s early struggles with weight04:00 – The emotional impact of dieting as a child10:45 – Breaking free from the yo-yo dieting cycle17:30 – Discovering Stoicism and mindset shifts23:17 – The power of changing perspectives30:10 – Taking ownership of your habits38:24 – Why there is no "finish line" in self-improvement44:00 – Final thoughts and takeaways Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Losing 100 Pounds While Running a Barbecue Business - Duce Raymond’s Story
In this episode of American Glutton, Ethan Suplee sits down with Duce Raymond, a chef and entrepreneur known for his passion for barbecue. Duce shares his journey of weight loss, sobriety, and building a thriving food business while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. He opens up about overcoming addiction, the challenges of food-related temptations, and his approach to fitness and nutrition. Ethan and Duce also discuss the psychological struggles of weight maintenance and the realities of skin removal surgery after major weight loss. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Introduction 01:48 - Duce’s love for food and barbecue 03:49 - Balancing a food business with weight loss 05:16 - Duce’s journey to sobriety 07:54 - Extreme diets and lessons learned 10:56 - The challenge of weight maintenance 17:40 - How sobriety changed Duce’s life 25:06 - Parenting, food, and body image 33:57 - Thoughts on weight loss drugs 41:45 - Considering skin removal surgery 50:31 - The mental challenges of transformation 58:35 - Closing thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why Yo-Yo Dieting Fails & How to Break the Cycle with Kelly Springer
In this episode of American Glutton, Ethan sits down with Kelly Springer, a registered dietitian with over 25 years of experience in weight management and nutrition education. They discuss the impact of yo-yo dieting, the rise of GLP-1 medications, and the importance of personalized nutrition. Kelly shares insights on how proper education can transform health, her work in bariatrics and diabetes management, and the need for better nutrition policies in schools and healthcare. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation on the future of dieting!SHOW HIGHLIGHTS:00:00 - Introduction00:24 - The evolution of weight loss and dieting05:16 - Kelly’s journey into nutrition and bariatrics08:05 - The lack of nutrition education in healthcare13:43 - Finding balance in different diet trends18:48 - The role of GLP-1 medications in weight management22:30 - The power of personalized nutrition26:28 - How food impacts mental health33:08 - Why one-size-fits-all diets don’t work39:22 - Using CGMs for better food awareness46:26 - Closing thoughts & future of nutrition policy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Actor Ethan Suplee was an aspiring plus size model long before it became trendy and now sets out to examine our current obesity crisis. On American Glutton, he’ll talk to everyone from experts to the average Joe, exploring all the diets he has been on over the last two decades, taking us on his journey from obese to svelte and back again, examining what worked and what made him gain everything back plus 50 pounds. Sharing his ever-lasting search for the next quick fix, we’ll delve into the joys of suffering, relativism, dogged determination, and the proper way to braise a pork belly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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