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Why You Can’t Lose Weight: The Hidden Role of Insulin, Ghrelin, and Leptin
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- Dr. Paika Podcast
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- Apr 1, 2026
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- 501
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Summary
#WeightLoss #FatLoss #HormoneHealth #ObesityMedicine #insulinresistance Why are you eating less… but still not losing weight? In 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. If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like your body is working against you… this will finally make sense. We cover: Why insulin keeps you in fat storage mode Why ghrelin makes you constantly hungry Why leptin stops you from feeling full Why diets fail even when you’re disciplined And how to actually work WITH your body This is the science behind: 👉 Weight loss plateaus 👉 Constant cravings 👉 Feeling hungry all the time And why it’s not your fault. If you’re on (or considering) GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound — this is essential to understand. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Why You’re Not Losing Weight (Hook) 00:32 – It’s Not About Calories 01:05 – Why People Feel Stuck 01:42 – The 3 Hormones Overview 02:10 – Insulin: The Fat Storage Switch 03:20 – Why Your Body Stores More Easily 04:05 – Ghrelin: Why You’re Always Hungry 05:15 – Why Dieting Makes Hunger Worse 06:00 – Leptin: Why You Never Feel Full 07:00 – The “Perfect Storm” Explained 07:40 – What You Can Actually Do 08:10 – Final Takeaway + Subscribe 👨⚕️ ABOUT DR. MOHAMMED K. PAIKA Board-Certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach Helping people understand metabolism, hormones, and sustainable health through evidence-based medicine. 👍 Like 💬 Comment 📌 Share 🔔 Subscribe for more honest conversations about obesity, metabolism, hormones, and real-world health solutions ⚕️ MEDICAL & EDUCATIONAL DISCLAIMER This channel and its content are provide…