19 Jun 2026
Ep 55: Flashback Episode | Measuring Obesity, Addressing How We Got Here, and Understanding Why it Matters.
Ep 55: Flashback Episode | Measuring Obesity, Addressing How We Got Here, and Understanding Why it Matters.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford explains the difference between being overweight and obese, different systems to measure our body weight, and how we compare to everyone else. He also discusses the multifactorial reasons on how we got here as a nation and why it all really matters.
How do we actually measure obesity and why does it matter?
In this episode of the BMI Podcast, board-certified gastroenterologist and obesity medicine specialist Dr. Drew Crawford explores the science behind obesity, how we got here as a society, and why understanding body weight goes far beyond a number on the scale.
Dr. Crawford explains what Body Mass Index (BMI) is, where it came from, and its strengths and limitations in today's healthcare landscape. He also discusses the growing obesity epidemic, the factors contributing to rising obesity rates, and why obesity should be viewed as a complex, chronic medical condition rather than simply a matter of willpower.
Whether you're trying to lose weight, improve your metabolic health, or better understand the latest conversations around obesity medicine, this episode provides an evidence-based foundation for future discussions on nutrition, exercise, weight loss medications, metabolism, and long-term health.
If you're looking for trusted, science-backed information about obesity, weight management, metabolism, and overall health, this episode is the perfect place to start.
Show Notes:
(00:00) - Intro - What is Overweight?
(01:36) - Weight Loss Corporation’s Investor Relations Pitch
(02:14) - Reason Behind Overweight & Obese Rates
(03:24) - It's Human Nature to Want More Time on This Planet
(05:11) - Formulas & Products to Measure Your Ideal Body Weight
(06:12) - Formula Given to Dr. Crawford's Patients
(08:33) - BMI Calculator
(10:24) - Waist-to-Hip Ratio
(11:19) - Waist Circumference & Waist-to-Height Ratio
(12:34) - Body Fat Percentages using Calipers
(14:14) - DEXA Scan & Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis
(15:06) - Hume Health Product
(16:11) - Overweight vs Obese, Does It Matter?
(16:45) - Risks Associated with Being Overweight or Obese
(18:12) - Associated Stigmas
(19:46) - Compared to Adults in the United States
(20:05) - How We Got Here
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 to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!
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The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:
The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.
