Featured Interview With Dr. Phyllis Pobee
Tell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
I’m Dr. Phyllis Pobee, a triple-board-certified genetic weight loss physician, author, and founder of GeneLean360°, a personalized weight loss program inspired by my own 100-pound transformation. I was raised in Canada as the daughter of Ghanaian immigrants, where I learned the values of hard work, persistence, and self-belief that continue to guide me today.
I currently live in Canada with my husband and two young children, who keep me grounded and motivated. While I don’t have any pets, my home is always full of energy, laughter, and the occasional dance party in the kitchen.
Through my writing and work, I’m passionate about empowering women to reclaim their health, confidence, and joy through personalized, science-backed strategies.
At what age did you realize your fascination with books? When did you start writing?
I realized my fascination with books at a young age, around 8 or 9 years old. I loved getting lost in stories that transported me to new worlds or helped me see life from a fresh perspective. Books became a source of comfort, inspiration, and growth for me, and that fascination has only deepened over the years.
I started writing much later, inspired by my own 100-pound weight loss journey and the realization that I had a story and expertise that could help others. Writing became a way to combine my personal experiences with my professional knowledge to empower women to transform their health and lives. While I didn’t grow up imagining myself as an author, once I started, I knew it was a path I wanted to continue for life.
Who are your favorite authors to read? What is your favorite genre to read. Who Inspires you in your writings?
I love reading authors who inspire action and transformation, both in life and in health. James Clear, author of Atomic Habits, is one of my favorites for his practical yet empowering approach to building habits that stick. Maxwell Maltz’s Psycho-Cybernetics had a profound impact on me—it taught me how much our mindset and self-image shape our outcomes, a message I weave into my own writing.
My favorite genre to read is personal development and health science. Books that offer both relatable stories and actionable steps resonate deeply with me because they reflect the kind of writing I aim to create. I also enjoy memoirs that highlight resilience and transformation, as they remind me of the power of storytelling to inspire change.
When it comes to inspiration, my readers and clients are my greatest motivators. Knowing that my writing could provide someone with the tools and hope they need to reclaim their health keeps me focused and passionate. Authors like Jen Sincero (You Are a Badass) and Dr. Jason Fung (The Obesity Code) also inspire me to communicate complex ideas in a relatable, accessible way that empowers readers to take control of their journey.
Tell us a little about your latest book?
My latest book, Lean Genes: A Physician’s Guide to Genetic Weight Loss — Eat What You Love, Lose Weight for Good, and Break Free from Diets and Medications, is a deeply personal and empowering guide to transformation. It’s inspired by my own journey of losing 100 pounds through the groundbreaking science of genetic weight loss, and it’s designed to help women over 30 reclaim their health and confidence in a way that’s sustainable and personalized.
This book challenges the outdated, one-size-fits-all approach to weight loss by focusing on the unique role genetics play in cravings, metabolism, and fat storage. I combine relatable stories from my own struggles with practical, science-backed strategies to give readers the tools they need to create lasting change without deprivation or frustration.
Lean Genes isn’t just about losing weight—it’s about breaking free from the cycle of diets and discovering a path that works specifically for your body. It’s a call to embrace your unique genetic blueprint and take back control of your health, all while enjoying the foods you love and living life with joy and freedom.
For anyone who’s felt stuck, defeated, or overwhelmed by weight loss, this book offers hope, clarity, and a proven way forward. It’s more than a guide—it’s a revolution in how we think about weight, health, and transformation.
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