{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Dr. Paika Podcast","title":"Why You Can’t Lose Weight: The Hidden Role of Insulin, Ghrelin, and Leptin","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/bf8fbc04\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":501,"description":"#WeightLoss #FatLoss #HormoneHealth #ObesityMedicine #insulinresistance \nWhy are you eating less… but still not losing weight?\nIn this video, Dr. Mohammed Paika (Internal Medicine & Obesity Medicine) breaks down the 3 key hormones that control your weight — and why weight loss is NOT just about calories.\nIf you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like your body is working against you… this will finally make sense.\nWe cover:\nWhy insulin keeps you in fat storage mode\nWhy ghrelin makes you constantly hungry\nWhy leptin stops you from feeling full\nWhy diets fail even when you’re disciplined\nAnd how to actually work WITH your body\nThis is the science behind:\n👉 Weight loss plateaus\n👉 Constant cravings\n👉 Feeling hungry all the time\nAnd why it’s not your fault.\nIf you’re on (or considering) GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound — this is essential to understand.\nTIMESTAMPS\n00:00 – Why You’re Not Losing Weight (Hook)\n00:32 – It’s Not About Calories\n01:05 – Why People Feel Stuck\n01:42 – The 3 Hormones Overview\n02:10 – Insulin: The Fat Storage Switch\n03:20 – Why Your Body Stores More Easily\n04:05 – Ghrelin: Why You’re Always Hungry\n05:15 – Why Dieting Makes Hunger Worse\n06:00 – Leptin: Why You Never Feel Full\n07:00 – The “Perfect Storm” Explained\n07:40 – What You Can Actually Do\n08:10 – Final Takeaway + Subscribe\n👨‍⚕️ ABOUT DR. MOHAMMED K. PAIKA\nBoard-Certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine\nCertified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach\nHelping people understand metabolism, hormones, and sustainable health through evidence-based medicine.\n👍 Like\n💬 Comment\n📌 Share\n🔔 Subscribe for more honest conversations about obesity, metabolism, hormones, and real-world health solutions\n⚕️ MEDICAL & EDUCATIONAL DISCLAIMER\nThis channel and its content are provided by Dr. Mohammed K. Paika, MD for general educational and informational purposes only. The information presented is not intended as medical advice and does not replace consultation with your personal...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/9qIr9DvwV8ODN3d9cHtpN76KWo0AHFHUFFi87mNWtws/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lNGNl/MTliYWE0MmYyMTY1/NWNjZTA2MWU0Zjgx/N2I5YS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}