The Invigor Medical Podcast
Join co-hosts Natalie Garland and Derek Berkey on the Invigor Medical Podcast, a series dedicated to the simple yet profound belief that small, consistent lifestyle adjustments can significantly enhance our quality of life. Through engaging discussions with experts in health and wellness, this podcast brings to light the transformative power of everyday actions in areas critical to our well-being, such as nutrition, physical activity, sleep, and stress management. We delve into how making intentional choices in our daily lives serves as the cornerstone for lasting health improvements. Whether you’re seeking to understand the nuances of body wellness, enhance your energy levels, or foster a deeper connection with your personal health goals, the Invigor Medical Podcast offers the insights and encouragement you need to make impactful changes.
The Invigor Medical Podcast
The Ugly Truth About Losing Weight
Everyone wants to lose weight—few stop to ask why. And even fewer talk about what it’s actually costing them.In this episode, hosts Derek Berkey and Natalie Garland sit down with Dr. Stephen Jones and Keilani Mason, LMHC to explore the less-talked-about side of weight loss: the mental load, the identity shifts, and the pressure that hides beneath good intentions.You’ll hear:
– How shame and generational messaging shape our relationship with food
– When GLP-1s are the right tool—and when they’re a distraction
– Why men face growing pressure around body image, too
– What it looks like to pursue change from a place of respect, not resentment
This is a conversation about more than just weight. It’s about self-worth, stewardship, and finally making peace with the body you live in.
00:00 – Why We Can’t Separate Mental and Physical Health
04:52 – Social Media, Generational Shame, and What We Inherit
07:28 – Body Image Pressure Isn’t Just a “Women’s Issue”
09:17 – From Shame to Stewardship
11:37 – When Wanting Change Becomes Unhealthy
16:42 – Parenting, Self-Talk, and Breaking the Cycle
21:09 – How Dr. Jones Counsels Patients on GLP-1s
25:30 – Natalie’s Personal Experience With Semaglutide
33:02 – Shame, Cheating, and the Morality Trap
41:59 – Where to Start: Small Wins and Mindful Awareness
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