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High on Life

High on Life

Hosted by: Sasha High

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...

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E151. Alcohol, Menopause & Metabolism

151. 🎙 Alcohol, Menopause and Metabolism: What Women Need to KnowMany women in midlife notice alcohol affects them differently — from sleep and hot flashes to weight and energy. In this episode, I share my own journey...
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150. Top Cognitive Distortions

150. The Top Cognitive Distortions Keeping You StuckMost of the time, what keeps us stuck in our health journey isn’t food or exercise — it’s our thought patterns. All-or-nothing thinking, “shoulds,” catastrophizing…...
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149. Shifting from "Quick Fix" to Lifelong Transformation

We all love quick fixes, but when it comes to health they rarely work — and often leave us stuck in a cycle of starting over. In this episode, I share why quick fixes are so tempting, the hidden costs they carry, and...
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148. Healing Body Image with Margo Green, Registered Psychotherapist: The Power of Self-Compassion in Weight Management

In this episode of High on Life, I’m joined by Margo Green, a registered psychotherapist (qualifying) who specializes in body image, disordered eating, addiction, burnout, and self-compassion—especially for women...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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142. Listen Q&A: Diet Pop, Postpartum Weight Gain, and How Fast Can I Lose Inches?

In this special Q&A episode, I answer your burning questions! 🔹 Diet Pop – Good or Bad? Marie asks if she should be worried about her diet soda habit. I break down the science on artificial sweeteners and share my...
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141. Overcoming Fear of Obesity Treatment

🎙️ Overcoming Fear in Obesity Treatment—Balancing Risks & Taking the Next Step Hey everyone, welcome back to High on Life! Today, we’re diving into something I hear all the time: fear of obesity treatment....
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140. Should Cheat Meals be Part of Your Weight Loss Strategy?

Today, I dive into the concept of "cheat meals" and why they may be more harmful than helpful for your health journey. Instead of supporting sustainable progress, this mindset often fuels guilt, binge cycles, and...
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