Dr. Oz Reveals the Chemicals Making You Fat

Posted on Sep 21st 2010 11:30AM by That's Fit Editors

Today on The Dr. Oz Show, Dr. Mehmet Oz will introduce America to a new word in the fight against fat: Obesogens. These chemicals are hidden in even the healthiest of foods, like fruits and vegetables, in the form of pesticides. "Obesogens, which are also known as endocrine disruptors, essentially hijack the regulatory system that controls your weight and promotes obesity by increasing fat cells, decreasing metabolism and altering the brain's ability to manage feelings of hunger," Dr. Oz tells That's Fit exclusively. "Hardest hit are our kids, so one of the main objectives of the Tuesday's obesogens segment is to convey a basic understanding of what these obesity inducing chemicals are, how they enter our systems and the simple steps we can take to avoid them."

In the video below, Dr. Oz demonstrates how these endocrine disruptors are broken down in the liver and force fat cells to multiply. For more on how to protect yourself, watch today's episode (check local listings).

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jon 9-21-2010 @ 7:34PM

what you say in your post is very true out of alll post on this subject you was right, i do what you said off and on so i get to have other foods on weekends , but during the week mon to fri 5 days aweek its no sugars and grains !!! thanks good post !

Big Ben 9-21-2010 @ 2:33PM

I think we oughta stop putting the wizard of Oz on the Oprah pedestal. He's just making stuff up now.

Messa 9-21-2010 @ 5:01PM

Especially since he couldn't even keep himself from getting cancer.

kcast 9-21-2010 @ 7:28PM

Messa, No one (not even the best doctors) can prevent all cancers, but we can just take steps to reduce the risk.
I'm not saying Dr. Oz is the best out there, but he DID stop his potential colon cancer by having a colonoscopy. That test detected he had precancerous cells. They were immediately removed before they had a chance to become cancer. Everyone in the recommended age group should have that test, it saves lives.

Sandy 9-21-2010 @ 2:38PM

Dr. Oz is boring!

fymayawf 9-21-2010 @ 3:23PM

Another TV "doctor" A.K.A. hack

Jilly 9-21-2010 @ 3:12PM

I agree with Big Ben. I used to be a Dr. Oz fan, but he seems to be more interested in being a celebrity and giving out pseudo-health information than anything else. I've stopped watching.

Ralph 9-21-2010 @ 3:29PM

Overeating makes you fat Look at pictures from the 30's-40's -- most everybody was slender. The depression of the 30's put a lot of folks on a diet! Want to slim down? Take in fewer calories --- getting exercise at the same time will be a big help

red 9-21-2010 @ 4:58PM

People were thin during that time because they were eating the little food they could afford. That is a real dumb comparison! Aristocrats throughout history had weight problems because they were well fed. It just didn't happen in the 20th century!

LindaJ 9-22-2010 @ 12:16PM

There are a lot of 'celebrities' out there spouting off junk and trying to be an authority in every topic of consumer interest. But this one about the liver/fat ceels/toxins is 100% true, regardless of public opinion of Dr Oz. The reason people were healthier way back when is due to the fact that they did not eat processed food, their food wasn't covered in pesticides and they cooked it daily, in the oven or on a stove top. Technology is amazing and has modernized our world, but it is also killing us.
I work in an industry that directly addresses this issue on a daily basis if that helps...

pete staff 9-21-2010 @ 4:15PM

Dr Oz
Should quit selling his Dog Doo, And return too the Land of OZ, taking his millions with him.
America's biggest CON-MAN .

ruth 9-21-2010 @ 3:49PM

several years ago i had throid cancer and will be on synthroid med. for life my problem is i cant lose weight help

Jeanne 9-21-2010 @ 4:53PM

avoid goitrogens. Avoid flouride, peanut butter, and most of all, soy. Most processed food contains soy. Many canned foods contain soy, such as tuna. Most commercial cookies, crackers and baked goods contain soy.

Trish 9-21-2010 @ 5:03PM

And check with your doctor...most UNDER prescribe synthroid...making you hypothyroid and causing weight gain. Had friend on sythroid when I started who GLEEFULLY told me I'd soon be as fat as her. Fortunately I had a good doctor who explained that "normal" levels are different for everyone. We experimented with my dosage untill it was right for me. I still have to eat healthy and exercise but I'm not fighting a losing battle against my own endocrine system. Also make sure you are NOT on generic synthroid. My doc won't prescribe it cuz it doesn't work as well as synthroid. They gave it to me once without my knowing and in 2 wks my hair was falling out.

Melissa 9-21-2010 @ 5:50PM

First, buy this book: The Thyroid Diet by Mary J. Shomon, then ask your doctor about the different meds available to folks with hypothyroidism. I am hypo-thyroid, and I was on Synthroid for years. It did not work for me. I am now taking Armour, and I am feeling much better. Synthroid is just synthetic T4, Armour is natural T1, T2, T3 & T4. There is also Cytomel which is T3 (T4 is inactive in the body and is converted to T3 by the body...perhaps more inactive (synthetic) T4 isn't the answer for some of us...)anywho, find a good endocrinologist that will listen to you and is open to different meds (other than synthroid) and read as much as you can. Mary Shomon is an advocate for those of us with thyroid disease. I recommend reading her books. Good luck. (also, do cut the pesticides out. It couldn't hurt! Buy soft fleshed (strawberries etc) fruits and vegs organic but anything with a peel such as oranges and bananas should be ok non-organic. Again, good luck to you!

Angela 9-21-2010 @ 5:47PM

Better you have HYPOthyroidism than what I have.. HYPERthyroidism..there are some very natural alternatives to your disease..Armour is one.. with mine.. just meds...

Diana 9-22-2010 @ 5:07PM

Hi Ruth. I have hypothyroidism, on synthroid for the rest of my life....I have lost 17 pounds and I feel TERRIFIC - best I have in years. I have found the answer and will be able to live a better, healthier, slimmer life.....email me if you want more information. I can help you!

Janine 9-21-2010 @ 3:53PM

I agree with Ralph---NO one was ever obese during the 30-40's-(check out the old movies on TCM)I think the increase in wgt.started when Mc Donald's did & they put one on every corner, then add BK, wendy's & on & on. Plus the fact that everyone is lazy today- get outta that car & WALK!!!!

jazzyazaliah 9-21-2010 @ 4:21PM

Uh... Movies aren't really a good indicator of fatness in any era. If fewer people were fat in the 30's and 40's it's because they were starving from the Great Depression and living on rations. Going back less than two decades, Americans were considered the fattest people in the world. In fact, that's why the US soldiers during WWI were called Dough Boys. They were so "fat" in comparison to the people they were defending, that they looked, well, like they were made of dough.

Face it, fatness has been a social status symbol since hunting and gathering became obsolete. Is it any wonder that fatness is nothing new to the USA? "Hey world! Look at us! We've got FOOD! Sorry you're starving. I'm gonna go throw another huge steak on my barbecue. One for me, my wife and for each of my 2.5 kids. While I'm at it, I'll toss one on there for Fido, too! Why not? After all, I'm living the American Dream."