<p>In this episode of American Glutton, Ethan Suplee welcomes back Dr. Christopher McGowan to discuss the science behind weight loss, GLP-1 medications, and the body's resistance to maintaining weight loss. They explore the role of hunger hormones, the risks of rapid weight cycling, and groundbreaking new medical procedures that can help control appetite. Dr. McGowan shares insights on endoscopic techniques, including ghrelin-reducing procedures, and the future of weight loss interventions.</p><br><p><strong>SHOW HIGHLIGHTS</strong></p><p>00:00 – Welcome Back, Dr. Christopher McGowan</p><p>00:11 – The Science of Weight Regain</p><p>02:07 – The Struggle of Long-Term Weight Loss</p><p>04:32 – What Comes After GLP-1s?</p><p>06:42 – Compounded Medications and Market Trends</p><p>12:49 – Risks of Yo-Yo Dieting and Muscle Loss</p><p>17:28 – Ghrelin: The Hunger Hormone Explained</p><p>20:57 – New Endoscopic Procedures for Appetite Control</p><p>26:49 – Comparing Surgical and Non-Surgical Options</p><p>37:34 – The Future of Weight Loss Interventions</p><p>58:15 – Closing Thoughts and Final Takeaways</p><hr><p> Hosted on Acast. See <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>