Discover how nutrition can truly fuel healthy, lasting weight loss. In this conversation, Michelle Joy Kramer and Dr. Hana Kahleova unpack what really drives fat loss—from food quality and fiber to meal timing and metabolism—all grounded in real science and practical strategies.

Join Michelle Joy Kramer, Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, and Dr. Hana Kahleova, MD, PhD, Director of Clinical Research at the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), for an in-depth discussion on how plant-based nutrition can transform metabolic health.

Together, they explore how focusing on the quality of calories, not just the quantity, can improve results. You’ll learn how fiber-rich, antioxidant-packed foods naturally enhance metabolism, improve insulin sensitivity, and support long-term fat loss—without deprivation or extremes.

The conversation also covers how meal timing and frequency influence energy, appetite, and sustainable weight management, offering actionable insights you can implement today.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why cutting calories isn’t the key to lasting results
• How a plant-based diet can boost metabolism and fat burning
• The top foods that support fat loss and energy
• How meal timing can influence your results

About Dr. Hana Kahleova

Dr. Kahleova is a board-certified endocrinologist with a PhD in human physiology and pathophysiology and board certification in lifestyle medicine. She serves as Director of Clinical Research at the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, where her work focuses on nutrition-based treatment for obesity, diabetes, and metabolic disease.

She has published nearly 100 scientific papers in peer-reviewed medical journals and serves as a member of the American Diabetes Association and a board member of the Diabetes and Nutrition Study Group of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes. Her research directly contributes to updated nutritional recommendations for individuals living with diabetes.

Referenced Research: https://www.nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/nih-study-compares-low-fat-plant-based-diet-low-carb-animal-based-diet

About Michelle Joy Kramer

Michelle Joy Kramer is a Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner and Health Coach. She supports individuals in improving energy, clarity, and resilience through practical lifestyle guidance, nourishment, and sustainable habits. As the host of the Fuel Your Joy Podcast, Michelle focuses on the connection between food, emotions, and everyday wellness.

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