The Obesity Debate: Breaking Down the Science | Dr. Faidon Magkos

In this episode of The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show, I sit down with Dr. Faidon Magkos, a leading expert in obesity and metabolism at the University of Copenhagen, to tackle one of the most debated topics in nutrition science – the root causes of obesity. We dive into the contrasting theories of energy balance and the carbohydrate-insulin model, shedding light on what the latest research reveals – and what remains unknown. Dr. Magkos also discusses how environmental factors, genetics, and muscle health shape metabolic outcomes. Together, we discuss: The real drivers behind obesity – is it overeating or hormonal imbalances? Key differences between energy balance and carbohydrate-insulin models Why obesity research still faces major limitations in human studies The role of muscle and lean mass in metabolic health Practical insights for diet design and weight loss strategies If you’ve ever wondered about the science behind weight gain or how to create a sustainable, healthy diet, this episode breaks down the complexities with expert clarity. Heads up! The audio quality in this episode isn’t perfect, but the insights are too valuable to miss. Thanks for sticking with us – you’ll want to hear this! Who is Dr. Faidon Magkos? Dr. Faidon Magkos is a Professor of Obesity and Metabolism at the University of Copenhagen, with over 200 published papers shaping the fields of nutrition, exercise, and obesity research. His work bridges cutting-edge science with practical insights into human metabolism and health. This episode is brought to you by : AG1 - Code DRLYON for FREE TRAVEL PACK! - https://drinkAG1.com/DRLYON ARMRA - Code DRLYON for 15% OFF! - http://armra.com/DRLYON BonCharge - Code DRLYON for 15% OFF - https://boncharge.com/DRLYON Fatty15 - Code DRLYON for 15% OFF 90 DAY Subscription - https://fatty15.com/DRLYON Inside Tracker - Code DRLYON for 10% OFF - https://insidetracker.com/drlyon Find Dr. Faidon Magkos at: - University of Copenhagen: https://researchprofiles.ku.dk/en/persons/faidon-magkos Find me at: - Instagram: @drgabriellelyon -Tik Tok: @drgabriellelyon -Facebook: facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyon -YouTube: youtube.com/@DrGabrielleLyon Apply to become a patient - https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/ Join my weekly newsletter - https://institute-for-muscle-centric-medicine.ck.page/2ed23e2860 Get my book - https://drgabriellelyon.com/forever-strong/ Disclaimer: The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.