In this powerful episode of The Brain Powered Weight Loss Podcast, Eliza Kingsford dives into one of the most talked-about tools in weight loss today—GLP-1 medications (like Ozempic and Wegovy). But rather than focusing on side effects or surface-level benefits, she unpacks what most conversations are missing: the mental, emotional, and nervous system dynamics that these medications don't address.
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Eliza shares insights from over 20 years of working at the intersection of weight and mental health, explaining why GLP-1s are both revolutionary and incomplete when used in isolation. You'll learn how trauma, stress, and nervous system patterns influence your weight—and why ignoring these roots can lead to new struggles, even after the weight is gone.
00:00 – Why Eliza waited to speak publicly about GLP-1s
01:00 – Her clinical background and perspective on weight and mental health
04:00 – What she won’t talk about (prescriptions + physical side effects)
05:00 – The hidden psychosocial side of weight loss
06:48 – When weight is gone but emotional pain remains
08:00 – Why weight is a symptom, not the core issue
09:10 – Every client has a story of stress or trauma—without exception
11:00 – The problem with masking symptoms without healing the root cause
12:30 – Doctors may not be hearing the emotional side effects patients don’t report
14:00 – How nervous system cues drive eating behavior
16:00 – Why deeper work is needed alongside the medication
18:00 – What’s actually making GLP-1s so effective
20:00 – When food is removed, other coping issues surface
22:30 – It’s not about rejecting the meds—it’s about doing both
24:00 – Fear of regaining weight: the new psychological side effect
25:00 – Why combining tools and inner work is the real freedom
26:00 – Join the free workshop: Master Your Weight Loss
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🎧 Episode 8: Will This Work for Me? (Why the Answer Is Yes)
In this episode of The Brain Powered Weight Loss Podcast, Eliza Kingsford tackles the most common (and vulnerable) question she hears: Will this actually work for me?
After trying countless diets, coaches, and programs, it’s natural to feel hesitant. But this episode explains why this approach—rooted in physiology and neuroplasticity—can work for you, and what your part in the process really is.
You’ll learn what it takes to succeed, how your beliefs can sabotage change, and why this work isn’t about willpower—it’s about rewiring.
00:29 – Why it’s completely valid to wonder if this will work for you
01:29 – Why Eliza is 100% confident this work
02:29 – How this approach is based on science, not slogans
03:27 – The real barriers: time, attention, and commitment
04:44 – How your brain tries to pull you back to old beliefs
06:00 – What it really means when it starts to feel hard
07:33 – What it looks like to fully commit and stop giving up on yourself
08:03 – Ready to take the next step? Here’s how to start
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🎧 Episode 7: Will This Be Too Hard? (Why Simple ≠ Easy)
In this episode of The Brain Powered Weight Loss Podcast, Eliza Kingsford confronts a fear many people silently carry: “Is this going to be too hard for me?”
She breaks down the difference between complex concepts and simple solutions, and explains why real, lasting transformation doesn’t require overwhelm—but it does require a willingness to meet challenges with intention.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, scared, or skeptical that true change is possible, this is the episode that will shift your perspective and remind you—you’re more capable than you think.
What You’ll Learn
Episode Highlights
01:05 – Why this episode—and this work—matters so deeply to Eliza
02:07 – The high cost of chasing surface-level solutions
03:00 – Why understanding the mechanisms of your struggle is key to freedom
04:28 – “The little things are the big things”—and why that mantra changes everything
05:31 – What it really takes to grow, evolve, and rewire your brain
06:23 – Why discomfort = progress when you’re learning something new
06:42 – A sneak peek at the next episode: “Will this work for me?”
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Episode 8: Will This Work for Me?
The most common question Eliza hears—answered with honesty, compassion, and clarity.
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🎧 Episode 6: Why It’s So Hard to Break Old Habits (It’s Not What You Think)
In this episode of The Brain Powered Weight Loss Podcast, Eliza Kingsford reveals the surprising science behind why changing habits—especially around food—feels nearly impossible. Spoiler: it’s not because you’re lazy, undisciplined, or broken.
Eliza dives into the brain’s energy budget, the role of predictability, and how your body’s built-in safety mechanisms resist change—even when you want it. This is essential listening if you’ve ever said, “Why can’t I just stick to this?”
What You’ll Learn
Episode Highlights
00:58 – How your daily behaviors are shaped by hidden brain patterns
02:10 – Why new habits drain your mental energy—and what your brain does instead
03:13 – What really happens in your body when you start a new diet
04:50 – How beliefs about failure get embedded into your nervous system
06:00 – Why your brain defaults to overeating under stress
07:08 – The difference between what you want and what your body knows
09:00 – Why forcing your way to change never works (and what does)
10:00 – Why the path out is simpler than it seems—and full of hope
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Episode 7: The Surprisingly Simple Fix for Habit Change
Eliza shares the exact steps to retrain your brain and body—without relying on willpower.
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🎧 Episode 5: Is Your Brain Getting in the Way?
In this thought-provoking episode of The Brain Powered Weight Loss Podcast, Eliza Kingsford breaks down the real reason you struggle with follow-through — and it’s not about motivation or willpower. It’s your brain’s filtering system, and it’s been working against your goals without you even realizing it. Discover how your beliefs silently shape your actions (or lack of them), and how to begin reprogramming your brain to support the healthy identity you truly want.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, inconsistent, or frustrated with your progress — this episode is your brain-based breakthrough.
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Listener Love ♥️:
“This changed everything for me. I finally understand why I couldn’t stick with anything before!” – Tanya, Podcast Listener
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Next Episode: Episode 6: From Belief to Habit — How Your Identity Shapes Your Eating
We’ll connect the dots between what you believe, how you act, and who you become.
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In this episode of The Brain Powered Weight Loss Podcast, Eliza Kingsford unpacks a powerful truth: your nervous system—not your willpower—is driving your eating habits. If you’ve ever said, “I know what to do, but I just can’t seem to do it,” this episode explains why.
Learn how your brain’s protective wiring overrides your best intentions and what you can do to regain control. This is the missing piece most weight loss advice completely ignores.
What You’ll Learn
Episode Highlights
Free Download: Why Can’t I Stop Eating?
The Shift Program: Apply Now!
Start Here: Map your nervous system for real change
Join the Community: Brain Powered Weight Loss Facebook Group
Let’s Connect
Follow Eliza on Instagram → @elizakingsford
DM “STRESS” for a free guide to stress eating!
Coming Up Next: Episode 5: The Real Reason You Struggle with Consistency
Learn how your brain and body sabotage your follow-through—and what to do about it.
You can find all of my resources, links and programs at elizakingsford.com
🎧 Episode 3: The Hidden Mental Load of Weight Loss
In this powerful episode of The Brain Powered Weight Loss Podcast, Eliza Kingsford breaks down why dieting often fails before it even starts — and it has nothing to do with willpower. Discover how your “mental load” silently drains your energy and triggers old coping patterns, like emotional eating, without you even realizing it. If you’ve ever felt like you “should” be able to stick to a plan but just can’t — this episode is a must-listen.
“This explained so much. I feel like Eliza is in my head — I’m not broken after all!” – Rachel, Podcast Listener
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Next Episode:
🎧 Episode 4: How Your Nervous System Hijacks Your Food Choices
We’ll uncover the deep connection between your nervous system and emotional eating — and how to finally reclaim control.
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🎧 Episode 2: The Weight Loss Fundamentals That Change Everything
In this episode of The Brain Powered Weight Loss Podcast, Eliza Kingsford builds on the powerful “Leaky Bucket” metaphor introduced in Episode 1 — and reveals the hidden fundamentals most weight loss programs completely overlook. Discover why mastering these foundational behaviors is essential before you ever focus on diet or exercise — and how skipping them sets you up for frustration and failure.
What You’ll Learn:
Listener Love ♥️:
“I had no idea why nothing ever stuck — until now. This episode gave me actual hope.” – Jamie, Podcast Listener
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Want to Go Deeper?
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Next Episode:
🎧 Episode 3: The Hidden Mental Load of Weight Loss
Discover how unrecognized stress and mental overwhelm silently sabotage your progress — and what to do instead.
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In the very first episode of The Brain Powered Weight Loss Podcast, Eliza Kingsford unpacks why most women 40+ have been set up to fail when it comes to losing weight — not because they lack willpower, but because they're pouring effort into a “leaky bucket.” Discover the real reasons behind repeated failures and the revolutionary nervous system-based method that finally creates lasting change.
What You’ll Learn:
Listener Love ♥️:
“I’ve never felt more seen. This explains decades of frustration in 15 minutes!” – Anna, Podcast Listener
Free Resource for You:
🎧 Grab your free Stress Eating Guide: “Why Can’t I Stop Eating”
Join the Brain Powered Weight Loss Community — a safe, supportive space for women over 40 ready to rewrite their relationship with food and body.
Let’s Connect!
Follow Eliza on Instagram: @elizakingsford
DM the word STRESS and I’ll send you a free Stress Eating Guide
Next Episode:
🎧 Episode 2: The Weight Loss Fundamentals That Change Everything
Eliza dives into the essential building blocks most plans skip — and why mastering them is the key to real change.
You can find all of my resources, links and programs at elizakingsford.com
