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Don't Let The Old Man In

Weight Loss Drugs: Miracle or Mistake? with Dr. Angela Kwong

20 Oct 2025

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In this episode, we explore:What GLP-1 medications are and how they workWhy our metabolism slows with age—and what we can do about itThe concept of the body weight set point and why diets often failHow “food noise” hijacks our attention, and what life feels like when it’s goneThe emotional roots of our relationship with foodThe overlap between food cravings, addiction, and moodWhy perimenopausal women are often misdiagnosed or misunderstoodThe science—and self-awareness—behind sustainable weight managementHow Angela’s journey from rural GP to online entrepreneur reflects courage, purpose, and reinventionDr. Kwong also shares her vision for a “midlife MOT”—an annual health check that includes waist circumference, fasting insulin, and mental health screening. Her practical wisdom reframes aging as an opportunity to optimize our “health span,” not just our lifespan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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