147. Food, Freedom & Real Change: Meet the Dietitians of High Metabolic Clinic
In this episode, Dr. Sasha High sits down with the three incredible dietitians from the High Metabolic Clinic to give you a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s really like to work with a dietitian. Whether you're at the beginning of your weight loss journey or looking to deepen your relationship with food, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and compassionate guidance.
👥 Guests: Tedi Nikova, Ina Benkova, and Victoria Upshaw — Registered Dietitians at the High Metabolic Clinic
What You’ll Learn:
What to expect from an initial dietitian assessment
Effective strategies for sustainable weight loss
The role of emotions and psychology in eating behavior
How to recognize if binge eating disorder (BED) treatment may be needed
Actionable first steps for those just starting out
How to choose the right dietitian for your needs
What long-term success really looks like
Links & Resources: 🔗 Learn more or connect with our dietitians: www.highmetabolicclinic.com/nutrition
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146. Addressing Expectations - How Much Weight Will I Lose?
In this episode of High on Life, I’m answering a question I get all the time: How much weight can I realistically expect to lose?
I’m breaking down: ✅ Why weight loss isn’t just about willpower—it’s influenced by your biology and genetics ✅ The false promises of diet culture and why they set us up for disappointment ✅ Why aiming for 5-10% weight loss is both realistic and powerful for your health ✅ What research shows about weight loss with lifestyle changes and medications ✅ How to shift your mindset from chasing a “goal weight” to building a sustainable, healthy lifestyle ✅ Why hitting a plateau doesn’t mean failure—it means stability ✅ The truth about BMI and why it’s not the ultimate measure of health
If you’ve ever felt frustrated by weight loss or wondered why it’s so hard to keep weight off, this episode will give you clarity and encouragement.
🎧 Tune in now, and if this episode helped you, please subscribe and share it with a friend!
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145. Which is Better - Ozempic, Wegovy or Mounjaro? (Canadian Physician Perspective)
Dr. Sasha High, Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine physician, breaks down a common patient question: which GLP-1 medication is best for weight management?
On today’s episode, we review data for Ozempic (Semaglutide), Wegovy (Semaglutide 2.4mg) and Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) for obesity treatment. We discuss:
Weight loss efficacy
Blood sugar control for Type 2 diabetes
Cardiovascular outcomes
Other conditions such as chronic kidney disease and sleep apnea
Most relevant to the Canadian consumer is the discussion around insurance coverage and practical considerations like monthly cost.
Reminder that you still need to speak with your own healthcare provider about what treatment is most appropriate for you and this is for educational purposes only.
If you’re in Ontario and need support from a multidisciplinary team for chronic weight management, The High Metabolic Clinic is my program that offers holistic virtual care from obesity specialists, registered dietitians and psychotherapists across Ontario through telemedicine. You can get more info at www.highmetabolicclinic.com. We do need a referral from your Family Doctor.
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144. Protecting Young Minds: Dr. Alison Yeung on Smartphones, Boundaries, and Brain Health
Family doctor, mom, and founder of TheSmartPhoneEffectMD, Dr. Alison Yeung joins us to tackle one of the biggest parenting challenges today: raising healthy, connected kids in a digital world.
We discuss:
The real risks kids face online—from anxiety and depression, to AI, sextortion and grooming
The critical link between screen time and mental health
The 5 R’s for smartphone readiness
What age-appropriate digital routines can look like
How parents can model healthy tech habits
Whether your child already has a device or you’re trying to delay that first phone, this episode is packed with insight, research, and practical strategies to help you feel empowered — not overwhelmed.
🔗 Resources & Links: → Follow Dr. Yeung and download her Digital Guide for Parents on Instagram @TheSmartPhoneEffectMD → Share this episode with a friend or fellow parent
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143. Healing Body Dissatisfaction with CBT & DBT Tools
Body dissatisfaction is something so many women struggle with. And here’s the thing: body dissatisfaction is not really about our bodies. It’s about the beliefs we’ve adopted about our bodies.
In this episode, I share two stories from my recent marathon training and racing season that reveal how even at our strongest, we can be sidelined by negative body thoughts.
We also dig into where body dissatisfaction comes from—how toxic Western diet culture and the media have trained us to value thinness over strength, and how we can start to take an honest inventory of the messages we're consuming daily.
Most importantly, I walk you through three mindset tools, grounded in CBT and DBT, to help shift the way you think about your body:
Focus on what your body can do, not just how it looks.
Recognize the cultural origins of body shame and filter your influences.
Practice radical acceptance and values-based living so you can start showing up now, not waiting for “after.”
You are more than a number on the scale. Your body is not an ornament—it’s an instrument. Let’s learn to live like it.
The High on Life Podcast explores everything Medicine and Mindset to help you healthfully lose weight and thrive beyond the scale.
Join obesity medicine physician and certified Life Coach, Dr. Sasha High, to learn the science behind appetite, cravings, body weight and habits so you can be empowered with the knowledge and practical how-tos to lose weight for good. We’ll cover way more than just weight loss, this podcast is about reclaiming control over your health, embracing your body, and stepping out of your comfort zone to live the bold life that you’re designed to live.
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