Why “Eat Less, Move More” Doesn’t Work
From American Glutton by American Glutton
March 9, 2026 · 1h 5m
About this episode
Ethan Suplee discusses the complexities of obesity and weight loss with Dr. Jason Fung, focusing on hormonal science and the limitations of the calorie model.
Why is obesity so difficult to reverse even when people try to eat less? In this episode, Ethan sits down with Dr. Jason Fung , nephrologist and author of The Obesity Code and The Diabetes Code , to unpack the hormonal science behind weight gain, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes. They explore why the calorie model of weight loss often fails, how insulin drives fat storage, and why fasting can be a powerful metabolic tool. The conversation also touches on addiction, modern food environments, and sustainable approaches to health. If you enjoyed this conversation, sign up for Ethan’s newsletter for more insights and updates: https://ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribe SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Introduction to Dr. Jason Fung Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes The Problem with the Calorie Model Why Eating Less Often Fails Hormones and Weight Gain Insulin Resistance Explained The Role of Fasting Food Environment and Addiction Why Processed Food Is So Powerful Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
People in this episode
Host: Ethan Suplee
Guest: Dr. Jason Fung
Topics covered
- obesity
- weight gain
- insulin resistance
- calorie model
- fasting
- food addiction
- health approaches
Keywords
- obesity
- insulin
- fasting
- calorie model
- weight loss
- type 2 diabetes
- food addiction
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: The Obesity Code, The Diabetes Code
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