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Keep It Off

Keep It Off

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 AT LONG LAST - a podcast where you will find the unfiltered truth about what happens after losing a huge amount of weight, and how to deal with the challenges we all face in keeping that weight off no matter how you did it. A podcast created for anyone that’s lost a significant amount of weight whether with surgery, GLP-1s, meds, or any other method and that is now dealing with the real challenge: keeping their weight off for life. Crucial episodes including – Weight regain | Alcohol | Fake GLP-1’s – and so much more. Look out for our regular monthly episodes with special guest Mr Shaw Somers – Leading weight loss surgeon and GPL-1 specialist – host of The Fat Doctor and Medical Director/Founder of Streamline Weight Loss Clinics nationwide. Everything bariatric, Everything weight loss drugs and Everything to help you keep your weight off for life. 100% facts, 100% experience and 0% bullshit. We get real about weight regain, mindset shifts, and everything nobody tells you after the scales move. No fluff, no judgment, just honest conversations that actually help. If you’ve ever thought, “Why is this still so hard?” — you’re not alone. This is the place for that. Hygiène et vie saine
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    • The Multi-Billion Pound Lie: Why Diets Are Designed to Fail

      The Multi-Billion Pound Lie: Why Diets Are Designed to Fail
      Feb 17 2026
      Let’s be honest: how many times have you stood on the scales, promised yourself "this time it'll stick," only to feel like a failure a few weeks later? It’s time to stop the self-flagellation. This isn't about a lack of willpower or being "weak"—it’s about a multi-billion pound industry that relies on you coming back, and a biological system that thinks it’s saving your life every time you cut calories. We’re diving deep into the "ancient wiring" of the human body and why your brain goes into overdrive to protect your fat stores. It’s time to trade in the restrictive rules for actual skills and understand the difference between losing weight and the lifelong challenge of keeping it off. You aren't broken; you’ve just been using the wrong tools. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Business of Failure: The diet industry thrives on repeat customers, meaning its commercial success depends on the same people returning after regaining weight. Biological Protection: Your body views weight loss as a threat to survival and triggers hormones to increase hunger while slowing your metabolism to conserve energy. The All-or-Nothing Trap: Rigid dieting rules create a psychological "slip" where one mistake leads to total abandonment and feelings of shame. Emotional Eating Ignored: Most diets tell you what to eat but fail to address why we eat, ignoring the need for comfort, reward, or stress relief. Maintenance is a Different Skill: Losing weight is one chapter, but keeping it off requires lifelong psychological skills and awareness rather than temporary restriction. QUOTES "We do not fail diets. Diets fail people." "The real devil in this war of the pounds... is your very own biology." "Your body doesn't know you're trying to get into a smaller dress; it’s operating on ancient wiring." "Dieting sets up a battle between you and your own biology—and biology usually wins." "You are not broken. You weren't weak. You weren't failing. You were using tools that were never designed for lifelong support." 🔗 Follow & Connect with KIO Method 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠https://www.kiomethod.com 📺⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@kiomethod 📸⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kiomethod 🎵⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@kiomethod 📘⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/kiomethod 💼⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/kiomethod⁠⁠ HOST BIO Mel Harris is a weight loss mentor, podcast host, and founder of KIO Method Ltd, specialising in long-term weight loss maintenance after bariatric surgery and weight loss injections. After losing nearly 15 stone (90kg) following weight loss surgery in 2004, Mel has spent over 20 years navigating the realities of keeping weight off. With lived experience of bariatric surgery, weight regain, GLP-1 medications, and metabolic health challenges, Mel is on a mission to close the gap between losing weight and keeping it off for life. Through honest, compassionate conversations, she cuts through misinformation, diet culture, and shame — offering real support, insight, and zero judgement. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. ⁠⁠https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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      16 min
    • Why Your Weight Loss Injections Stop Working | Dr Shaw Somers

      Why Your Weight Loss Injections Stop Working | Dr Shaw Somers
      Feb 10 2026
      Ever feel like you’re doing everything right, but your body just stops listening? It turns out your cells might be acting like a teenager blocking out their parents’ shouting. In this deep dive, Mel Harris and guest Shaw Somers pull back the curtain on why GLP-1 medications hit a plateau and how "stupid foods" are designed to break your internal off-switch. We’re stripping away the blame culture and looking at the hard physiology of hunger, the difference between satiety and satiation, and why your struggle with overeating is often a biological glitch rather than a lack of willpower. It’s time to stop the self-criticism and start understanding the receptors that actually run the show. 5 Key Takeaways Receptor Down-Regulation: Flooding the body with GLP-1 hormones can cause cells to "tune out" by reducing receptors, leading to medication tolerance. Satiety vs. Satiation: Satiety is the lasting feeling of fullness, while satiation is the process of becoming full during a meal. The "Stupid Food" Trap: Modern processed foods are engineered to bypass our natural biological stop signals. Biological Safeguards: Our bodies have multiple satiety signals—from stretch receptors in the stomach to taste receptors in the gut—all designed to prevent overconsumption. Environment vs. Willpower: Constant exposure to an "inappropriate environment" makes maintaining weight loss a physiological battle, not just a mental one. Quotes "The more of the drug that you throw at the cells, the more they’re just turning off to it." "Satiety is what you feel... I am satisfied, I have satiety." "Humans have just wrecked it, it’s broken... we’ve totally ruined that as humans by making food so delicious, so lovely, so addictive." "Most of the stuff that's available to buy in the shops now is stupid food." "It's not your fault guys, you're certainly not the only person that's going through it." 🔗 Follow & Connect with KIO Method 🌐 Website: ⁠https://www.kiomethod.com📺⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@kiomethod📸⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kiomethod🎵⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@kiomethod📘⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/kiomethod💼⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/kiomethod⁠ 🔗 Follow & Connect with Dr Shaw Somers 🌐 Dr Shaw Somers: ⁠https://www.shawsomers.com/⁠ 🌐 Streamline Weightloss: ⁠https://www.streamlineweightlosssurgery.com/⁠ HOST BIO Mel Harris is a weight loss mentor, podcast host, and founder of KIO Method Ltd, specialising in long-term weight loss maintenance after bariatric surgery and weight loss injections. After losing nearly 15 stone (90kg) following weight loss surgery in 2004, Mel has spent over 20 years navigating the realities of keeping weight off. With lived experience of bariatric surgery, weight regain, GLP-1 medications, and metabolic health challenges, Mel is on a mission to close the gap between losing weight and keeping it off for life. Through honest, compassionate conversations, she cuts through misinformation, diet culture, and shame — offering real support, insight, and zero judgement. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. ⁠https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/⁠
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      24 min
    • Two Biscuits and a Panic Attack: The Truth About Dumping Syndrome

      Two Biscuits and a Panic Attack: The Truth About Dumping Syndrome
      Feb 3 2026
      Your heart is pounding, you’re drenched in a cold sweat, and the room is spinning—all because you had two biscuits with your tea. Welcome to Dumping Syndrome, one of the most misunderstood and distressing complications of weight loss surgery. It’s not just a deterrent to stop you eating sugar; it’s a complex physiological reaction where your body panics because food is moving too fast. We are stripping away the medical jargon to explain exactly what happens during early and late dumping. From the osmotic shifts that cause bloating to the insulin spikes that lead to reactive hypoglycaemia, this is the manual for your new digestive system. Learn why protein is your best defence, why you need to separate drinking from eating, and how to manage the symptoms without living in fear. It’s time to understand your anatomy, not just punish it. Key Takeaways It’s Not Just a Deterrent: Dumping syndrome isn't a behavioural punishment; it is a physiological response to rapid gastric emptying where high-sugar foods flood the small intestine. Two Distinct Types: Early dumping hits within 30 minutes due to fluid shifts, while late dumping (reactive hypoglycaemia) strikes hours later caused by an insulin overreaction. The Physiology of Panic: Symptoms like palpitations and dizziness occur because your blood volume drops as fluid rushes into the intestine to dilute sugar. Protein is Paramount: Prioritising protein and healthy fats helps buffer the absorption of carbohydrates, significantly reducing the risk of a dumping episode. The Golden Rule: Separating liquids from solids by 30 minutes prevents food from being washed through the pouch too quickly, giving your body time to digest. Quotes "It’s not just an ‘oops, better not eat that’. It is genuinely distressing. It can happen accidentally... and it can make people afraid to eat at all." "The goal should be understanding your new body and making informed choices, not living in fear of your next meal." "If you eat a meal with at least five to eight grams of fibre, you will have a significantly lower dumping rate than low-fibre meals." "We need to separate our liquids from our solids... The liquid will wash the food through your pouch really quickly, and that is exactly what we are trying to avoid." 🔗 Follow & Connect with KIO Method 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠https://www.kiomethod.com⁠ ⁠📺⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@kiomethod⁠ ⁠📸⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kiomethod⁠ ⁠🎵⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@kiomethod⁠ ⁠📘⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/kiomethod⁠ ⁠💼⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/kiomethod⁠⁠ 🔗 Follow & Connect with Sonya Black 🌐 Sonya Black CBT: ⁠https://www.sonyacbt.com/⁠⁠ 🌐 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonya-black-506b763b/⁠ HOST BIO Mel Harris is a weight loss mentor, podcast host, and founder of KIO Method Ltd, specialising in long-term weight loss maintenance after bariatric surgery and weight loss injections. After losing nearly 15 stone (90kg) following weight loss surgery in 2004, Mel has spent over 20 years navigating the realities of keeping weight off. With lived experience of bariatric surgery, weight regain, GLP-1 medications, and metabolic health challenges, Mel is on a mission to close the gap between losing weight and keeping it off for life. Through honest, compassionate conversations, she cuts through misinformation, diet culture, and shame — offering real support, insight, and zero judgement. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. ⁠⁠https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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      44 min
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