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The Dr. Francavilla Show

Dr. Francavilla

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1 day ago

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) Ever wonder how testosterone really affects men’s weight and overall health? Testosterone isn’t just about sex drive—it plays a role in metabolism, muscle mass, energy levels, and where the body stores fat. Yet it’s also one of the most misunderstood hormones, with plenty of myths and oversimplified advice floating around online. In this episode...

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Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) Ever wonder how testosterone really affects men’s weight and overall health? Testosterone isn’t just about sex drive—it plays a role in metabolism, muscle mass, energy levels, and where the body stores fat. Yet it’s also one of the most misunderstood hormones, with plenty of myths and oversimplified advice floating around online. In this episode...

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Episodes (20/166)

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Testosterone, Weight, and Health with Dr. Khashayar Farzam

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) Ever wonder how testosterone really affects men’s weight and overall health? Testosterone isn’t just about sex drive—it plays a role in metabolism, muscle mass, energy levels, and where the body stores fat. Yet it’s also one of the most misunderstood hormones, with plenty of myths and oversimplified advice floating around online. In this episode...

1 day ago

45 minutes

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Getting Rid of Overwhelm with Tips for 4000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) Ever feel like time just keeps slipping away, no matter how hard you try to stay on top of things? As 2025 winds down, it’s the perfect moment to pause and think about stepping into 2026 with more intention—without the pressure of rigid resolutions or endless to-do lists. Earlier this year, I came across a book that quietly reshaped how I—...

1 week ago

30 minutes

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Postpartum weight loss including Wegovy and Zepbound with Danielle Marston, FNP

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) Ever wonder why postpartum weight loss can feel so unpredictable—and what’s actually considered normal? It’s a question so many new moms have. In this episode, we’re breaking down what really happens to weight, metabolism, and overall health after pregnancy, without the pressure or unrealistic expectations. I’m joined by Dani, a family nur...

2 weeks ago

40 minutes

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Liver Disease and Your Weight with Dr. Rajvanshi

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) Ever wonder how much your liver really affects your overall health and weight? The liver plays a central role in metabolism, yet its importance is often underestimated. In this week’s episode, we spoke with Dr. Rajvanshi, a board-certified gastroenterologist, hepatologist, and obesity medicine specialist at Valley Medical Center in Riten, ...

3 weeks ago

35 minutes

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Heart Health, Cholesterol, Statins, and GLPs with Dr. Alo

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) How much does weight really influence heart health? For years, cardiologists have seen how carrying extra weight can raise the risk of diabetes, high blood pressure, inflammation, and high cholesterol—the major drivers of heart disease. Losing weight can help, but the harder part has always been keeping it off, since many people end up regainin...

4 weeks ago

55 minutes

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Should I take a GLP-1 with Danielle Marston, FNP

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) Should I take a GLP-1? Real Patient Scenarios and Expert Guidance Trying to figure out if a GLP-1 medication is right for you can feel overwhelming. With options like Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, and Mounjaro, it’s not just about weight—these medications can also support heart health, liver function, sleep, and blood sugar. Understanding who truly...

1 month ago

42 minutes

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Weight Loss Through the Holiday Season: Bonus GLP Tips!

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) Have you noticed how the holidays can make it harder to stay on track—whether it’s with food, movement, routines, or even your intentions? This season brings travel, celebrations, full schedules, and plenty of temptations. In this episode, we’re covering the areas that often pose the biggest challenges: Enjoying traditions while staying on track...

1 month ago

27 minutes

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Living with Diabetes with Patient Educator Danielle Batiste

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) Ever wondered what it’s truly like to live with type 2 diabetes every day? It’s more than tracking numbers or following a meal plan—it’s the quiet, constant awareness that stays with you from morning to night. This week’s episode dives into that reality with someone who knows it best: Danielle Batiste—a proud mom and veteran, who lives with type...

1 month ago

23 minutes

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Essentials on Type 2 Diabetes: Diet, Exercise, GLPs, and Surgery

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) What comes to mind when hearing the word diabetes? For many, it sounds like one single condition—something that happens when blood sugar gets too high. But type 2 diabetes is much more complex than that, and it’s far more common than most people realize. About one in seven adults in the U.S. has diabetes, while roughly one in three lives with p...

1 month ago

21 minutes

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Depression, Bias, Food Noise, and GLPs with Dr. Robyn Pashby

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) Have you ever noticed how mood and weight seem to affect each other? How depression can change your appetite, or how anxiety can make it hard to eat regularly or stay active? It’s not a coincidence. The connection between mental health and weight is deep, complex, and often overlooked in traditional care. Joining me today is Dr. Robyn Pashby, a ...

2 months ago

37 minutes

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What Should Your Exercise Plan Really Be?

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co Ever wonder what level of exercise you’re really at? It’s not just about how often you hit the gym or how many steps you take—it’s about understanding where you are in your movement journey and how to build from there. In this week’s episode, we’re unpacking exactly that, because finding your starting point is key to creating a routine that ...

2 months ago

27 minutes

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Weight Loss Travel Tips: Plus Bonus Tips on Traveling with Wegovy or Zepbound

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) Ever notice how travel can completely throw off your routine—especially when you’re on a weight loss plan? Between airports, restaurants, and unpredictable schedules, it can feel like all your progress is at risk the moment you pack your bags. In this episode, we’re tackling one of the biggest challenges my patients—and honestly, I—face wh...

2 months ago

26 minutes

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Reflections on the Biggest Loser

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) Did The Biggest Loser actually help people—or did it just sell a story that wasn’t built to last? Looking back, the show sits at a crossroads of entertainment, cultural attitudes toward weight, and evolving science. When it first aired in the early 2000s, it felt fresh and inspiring. Producers, trainers, and contestants all shared a genuine inte...

2 months ago

26 minutes

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Realistic Expectations for Zepbound and Wegovy GLP-1 Hub Founder: Ana Reisdorf

What does it really look like to set realistic expectations with weight loss medications like Zepbound and Wegovy? That’s the focus of today’s episode, and I’m joined by someone who knows this topic inside and out—Ana Reisdorf, a registered dietitian with over 15 years of experience. Ana is the founder of the GLP-1 Hub, where she provides resources, education, and support for people using GLP-1 medications. She also hosts a podcast dedicated to helping patients navigate the ups and downs of t...

3 months ago

34 minutes

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ADHD, Weight and Health with Dr. Carl Knopke

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) What if ADHD isn’t just about focus or impulsivity—but about long-term health too? Research shows that when ADHD goes untreated, the risks extend beyond day-to-day struggles. Some studies even suggest a higher chance of conditions like dementia later in life. That raises an important question: how should ADHD be managed, not just for today...

3 months ago

45 minutes

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Breath Work's role in Health with Jessica Dibb

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) What if something as simple as your breath could calm stress, sharpen focus, and even support long-term health? It sounds almost too simple—but breathwork is one of the most powerful and accessible tools for wellbeing. For centuries, traditions around the world have described breath as the bridge between body and mind. Now, modern science is sho...

3 months ago

36 minutes

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Self Compassion and GLPs for Weight loss with Melissa Mitri, RD

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) Have you ever wondered why two people can follow the exact same weight loss plan, yet get completely different results? One may see quick progress while the other struggles to move the scale at all. It can feel frustrating, discouraging, and even unfair. Without self-compassion, those moments often spiral into guilt or the belief that success is...

3 months ago

31 minutes

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Can a test tell me if Wegovy or Zepbound will work for me? With Dr. Andres Acosta of Phenomix

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) Ever wonder why the same weight loss plan can work wonders for one person but barely move the needle for another? Or why some people respond really well to medications like Wegovy, while others struggle with side effects or see minimal results? That’s exactly what precision obesity medicine aims to answer—and today, we’re diving into it with one...

4 months ago

33 minutes

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What is Food Noise and how Zepbound and Wegovy turn it down

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live without the constant mental chatter about food? For many, those thoughts never seem to stop. From planning the next meal to feeling guilt after eating, food can take up an overwhelming amount of mental space. It’s exhausting, and for some, it feels impossible to break free. This ongoing noise...

4 months ago

27 minutes

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Changing Mindset to Overcome Yo-Yo Dieting, Emotional Eating, and Improving Your Relationship with Food with Lisa Goldberg

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.com) Have you ever wondered why, no matter how many diets you’ve tried, the results never seem to last? You lose the weight, feel good for a while, and then somehow find yourself back where you started, sometimes even heavier than before. It is a frustrating and exhausting cycle that leaves so many people feeling stuck and defeated. This is the...

4 months ago

29 minutes