The BMI Podcast
Welcome to the BMI Podcast, where we go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!
Episodes
Episode 22: The Paleo Diet.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford explores the foundational principles of the paleo diet, highlighting the diet’s core components and explaining how simple adherence can be.
Show Notes:
- (0:00) - Intro To The Paleo Diet
- (2:43) - Paleolithic Age To Neolithic Age
- (5:28) - The Paleolithic Diet As We Know It
- (8:26) - What Are Legumes?
- (10:05) - Advantages...
Episode 22: The Keto Diet.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford takes a critical look at the ketogenic diet, exploring the science behind ketosis and its impact on weight loss and metabolism. He highlights the medical or metabolic benefits the diet may offer while also addressing its sustainability struggles, potential risks, and the common misconceptions surrounding it. The episode encourages listeners to think...
Episode 21: The Mediterranean Diet.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford explores the foundational principles of the Mediterranean diet through a combination of scientific research and personal observations from his travels in Spain. He highlights the diet’s core components, like olive oil, whole grains, fresh vegetables, lean proteins, and moderate wine, and explains how this lifestyle supports heart health, we...
Episode 20: Consistent, Daily Choices.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford talks about consistency. Not the flashy, all-or-nothing kind, but the quiet act of showing up, even when it’s hard. It’s about choosing progress over perfection and learning to meet yourself where you are, not where you think you should be. Through real stories and honest reflection, it reminds us that growth often comes from the smallest, m...
Episode 19: Comfort Is The Enemy.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford welcomes back Brad Huff for a casual, but meaningful conversation about the role community plays in personal change. In a world that praises self-reliance, they reflect on how being seen, supported, and challenged by community has shaped their personal transformation. Together, they unpack the power of showing up as you are: not polished, not per...
Episode 18: From Desk Chair to Barstool to Bike Saddle
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford sits down with Kenny Hill, who delves into his gradual slide into a life that didn’t feel like his own, and the steps he took to find his way back. Happy hours and late night habits became a pattern of detachment from his health, energy, and sense of self. Yet, when he picked up a bike, everything began to shift towards refle...
Episode 17: Pedaling Past Perfection
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford sits down with former pro cyclist Brad Huff to explore how cycling became a lifeline for his mental fitness. Brad opens up about the pressures of perfectionism and how the simple act of getting on the bike helped him break free from toxic expectations. Together, they discuss the healing power of consistency over intensity, and how showing up, ...
Episode 16: The Harm In The Constant Pursuit Of Comfort.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford interviews Britt Morris, a returning guest, on his powerful journey of rebuilding his life after overcoming addiction, receiving a diabetes diagnosis, and losing a leg. Britt opens up about how getting intentional with his diet became the foundation for feeling normal again and finding a way to restore his physical health, ...
Episode 15: The Manifestations of Addiction
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford explores a different side of health journeys—one that goes beyond fitness routines and clean eating. His guest, Britt Morris, shares his personal battle with addiction, revealing how drugs, alcohol, and a poor health diagnosis led him to rock bottom. Through honesty and reflection, Britt takes us through the painful lows and the courage...
Episode 14: You're Being Lied To And Your Nutrition is Being Manipulated!
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford reveals how government policies, industry players, and scientific narratives have manipulated nutritional guidelines, downplaying fats, misclassifying foods, and shaping public perception. He highlights key historical instances to illustrate how politics and corporate influence, rather than pure science, ha...
Episode 13: Moving is N.E.A.T.!
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford explains the the 4 components of metabolism, focusing specifically on Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (N.E.A.T.). He describes ways we can increase our N.E.A.T. and encourages the work behind Dr. James Levine.
Show Notes:
(0:00) - Intro
(2:46) - The 4 Components of Metabolism
(2:57) - Basal Metabolic Rate
(3:35) - Thermogenic Effect of Food
(...
Episode 12: Non-Pharmacological & Less Invasive Weight Loss Alternatives.
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will ...
Episode 11: How Do You Sleep At Night?
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image ...
Episode 10: Living Better, For Longer (Blue Zones & The Power 9).
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyon...
Episode 9: It's All About The Journey - Not The Destination.
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measure...
Episode 8: Weight Loss Medications Are Bridges to Your New Lifestyle.
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyon...
Episode 7: The Hard-Wired Complexities Between the Brain & Weight Loss.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford delves into how our brain's biology and neural pathways significantly influence eating behaviors and weight regulation. He discusses the intricate interplay between hunger signals, reward systems, and cognitive functions, highlighting how these factors can create challenges in achieving and maintaining we...
Episode 6: The Role Exercise and Nutrition Play in Your Health Journey.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford emphasizes the foundational importance of physical activity and balanced nutrition in achieving sustainable health outcomes. He discusses how regular exercise not only supports weight management but also enhances mood, energy levels, and overall well-being. The episode highlights the synergistic effect of com...
Episode 5: Are GLP-1S the Wonder Drug?
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford examines the rapid rise of GLP-1 receptor agonists as transformative treatments for obesity and type 2 diabetes. He highlights their ability to suppress appetite, regulate blood sugar, and promote significant weight loss, while also addressing potential side effects and the importance of integrating these medications with sustainable lifest...
Episode 4: Determining Your Why and Staying Accountable.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford explores the importance of identifying your core motivation—your "why"—as a foundation for sustainable health and lifestyle changes. He emphasizes that having a clear purpose helps maintain focus and resilience during challenging times. The episode also offers practical strategies for building accountability, such as setti...
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