When we think about weight loss, it’s usually framed as a matter of willpower. Eat less. Move more. Try harder. But this episode explores an alternative perspective. Dr. Jason Fung argues that obesity isn’t simply about calories, but about hunger, hormones, and what he describes as a biological “fat thermostat” that may be working against you.
Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Jason Fung to unpack his framework for understanding weight gain and fat loss. Dr. Fung explains why he believes calorie restriction often fails, the three types of hunger he describes, and how what he calls “over-hunger” may drive weight gain more than overeating alone. He also breaks down his concept of the “fat thermostat,” metabolic compensation, and what he believes we can learn from other cultures about food environments. He shares his views on GLP-1 drugs, protein needs, and the three “golden rules” he recommends for resetting hunger naturally.
Also mentioned in this episode:
- The Hunger Code: Resetting Your Body’s Fat Thermostat in the Age of Ultra-Processed Food
- Dr. Jason Fung Masterclass
- The Biggest Ozempic Mistakes: What to Do After GLP-1 Drugs to Keep the Weight Off for Good with Dr. Holly Wyatt and Dr. James Hill
For more on Dr. Fung, follow him on Facebook @jason.fung.313, X/Twitter @drjasonfung, Instagram @drjasonfung, YouTube @DrJasonFung, or visit his Website https://www.doctorjasonfung.com/.
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