The Dr. Francavilla Show
Episodes
How to Stop Being So Hard on Yourself
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Obesity Medicine- Then and Now with Dr. Ethan Lazarus
22 Apr 2024
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5 Reasons to Eat Breakfast for Weight Loss
15 Apr 2024
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3 Nutrition Tips I Give Everyday
08 Apr 2024
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Strength Training, Mindset Coaching and more with Dr. Carrie Holland
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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My Thoughts on the Oprah Special on the Weight Loss Revolution
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Understanding Your Brain to Learn How to Lose Weight with Dr. Caissa Troutman
18 Mar 2024
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Meal Prepping Tips for Weight Loss
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Zepbound and Wegovy: What women need to know about weight loss with Dr. Persondek
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Lipedema - What Is It and What Can We Do with Dr. Nicholas Pennings
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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How an Obesity Expert Can Help You Pick the Best Medication for Weight Loss with Dr. Beverly Tchang
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Obesogens: What Are the Causes of Obesity with Dr. Courtney Younglove
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Weight Loss Medication and Surgery: The Mindset Shifts to Embrace Treatment
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Sleep and Weight- What's the Connection- with Dr. Audrey Wells
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Seven Ways to Exercise When It's Too Cold Out (or too hot)
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Food Addiction with Dr. Angela Zechmann
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode focuses on various eating behaviors, addressing topics ranging from food addiction and sugar cravings to emotional eating.I&a...
Habits- Seven Tips to Turn Them into Reality
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year!In this episode, I'll be sharing 7 tips on habit formation, which seems fitting as many people aim to start new habits at the begi...
PCOS- Nutrition, Medications, and Weight with Dr. Basma Faris
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects around 8–13% of women globally, yet shockingly, up to 70% remain undiagnosed? It's a...
How many calories should you eat (Especially if on Wegovy or Zepbound!)
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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Supplements and Weight Loss: What You Need to Know with Dr. Sejal Desai
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever questioned the true benefits of taking supplements and wondered why you're using them? In today's episode, we're focusin...
Diabetes: All About This Condition and Its Impact on Weight Loss with Dr. Harold Bays
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you found weight loss to be particularly challenging while managing diabetes?In today’s episode, we have Dr. Harold Bays, an esteemed expert in...
7 Ways to Eat More Veggies Without a Salad
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you seeking ways to increase your vegetable intake without resorting to salads?In this episode, I delve into 7 different methods to seamlessly inc...
All about Zepbound (tirzepatide) with Dr. Alicia Shelly
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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Free gift as we celebrate one year of the Dr. Francavilla Show!
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrating Our 1-Year Anniversary!Claim your special gift: https://www.thedrfrancavillashow.com/anniversary-gift-formWhat an incredible journey it&ap...
Taking the Stress out of Family Meal Time with Dr. Monica Davern
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Looking for transforming family mealtimes from stress-filled to stress-free? Well, get ready for a treat! In this episode, we're joined by the ...
Finding truth in your weight graph
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I want to dive into why tracking your weight history is so crucial in understanding your weight journey. Let's explore the five key aspect...
Changing Traditions to Change Your Health
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Getting into the holiday spirit? Well, in this episode, as we draw nearer to the holiday season, we're going to dive into the topic of tradition...
Habits pick up where motivation leaves off- changing your approach to weight loss and health changes
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the complex relationship between motivation, commitment, and achieving your goals. Inspired by the wisdom of Olympic ru...
Maintaining Weight Loss with Dr. Becky Andrick
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, I'm joined by my mentor, Dr. Becky Andrick, a seasoned physician with 28 years of experience. We discuss weight maintena...
Lifestyle Medicine, Plant-Based Eating, and family health with Dr. Towolawi
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a mom or part of a family, this episode is right up your alley.In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Toh Togolawi, a renowned family ...
All about fat in the diet- what to eat and why!
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to today's discussion on the final macronutrient: fat. While fat is frequently associated with weight gain, it's essential to unders...
The Menopause Menu with Dr. Susan Baumgaertel
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Menopause is a period in a woman's life marked by numerous challenges that often coincide with major life changes. It's a time when you may ...
What you need to know about Carbohydrates and Weight
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the world of carbohydrates, covering various types such as sugar, starch, and fiber. Throughout our exploration, we shed l...
How the Scarcity Mindset Makes You Overeat
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we'll be delving deep into the concept of the scarcity mindset, examining its impact on our health, eating habits, and v...
Asthma, Allergies, and Weight with Dr. Kerry Reller
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we have an intriguing topic as we sit down with Dr. Kerry Reller to explore the intricate connections among asthma, allergies, and weight – t...
Protein Why we need it and how to eat more protein.
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're delving into the essential macronutrients – carbohydrates, fats, and proteins – each with its own unique composition derived from disti...
What should I do if I can't get my weight loss medication and are compounded peptides safe?
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Despite the rapidly increasing demand for weight loss drugs, they have gotten hard and harder to get. Shortages of these crucial medications like Ozem...
Weight and Your Liver Health- with Emily Sutton, PharmD
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In recent times, metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) has emerged as a pressing global health issue, rapidly surpassing hepatitis and alco...
Menopause and Weight Gain- All the details with Dr. Becky Lynn
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our reproductive health goes through various stages in life, starting from puberty with the onset of menstruation, through the reproductive years mark...
Medical Fitness and Strength Training with Jeff Young
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you are new to exercise or already engaged in fitness activities, this episode will motivate and inspire you to prioritize movement for a heal...
Rethinking Body Image Chatter
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With July's scorching heat comes the highly anticipated swimsuit season, So today, we explore the profound impact of body image in our society an...
The Science Behind Ultra Processed Food and Weight Gain
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In our modern society, processed food has become increasingly prevalent in our diets. These foods offer convenience, extended shelf life, and enhanced...
Moving beyond BMI to Your Healthy Weight with Dr. Sylvia Gonsahn-Bollie
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For nearly a century, the Body Mass Index (BMI) has been a go-to tool for measuring a person's health and medical risks. However, recently the Am...
The 5 Objections to Using Medications for Weight Loss and Why They are WRONG!
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As an obesity medicine physician, the growing attention around weight-loss medications is exciting because these are tremendous tools to improve the h...
Beyond the Scale with Nina Crowley, PhD, RD
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Weight loss is not just about shedding pounds; it's about setting ourselves up for long-term success. When people lose a substantial amount of w...
Ozempic Face & Other Unintended Side Effects of Weight Loss
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When we embark on a weight loss journey, it's important to remember that different people's bodies have different ways of shedding fat. Some...
High Blood Pressure with Dr. Babalola
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Maintaining a healthy blood pressure is crucial for overall well-being and reducing the risk of serious health issues.Episode #32 of my podcast featur...
How to Work as a Family to Improve Health with Guest Dr. Bleistein
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Treating obesity is so much more than just working out more and eating less. This is true for every age, from children on up. With the recent release ...
Accepting Reality
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Accepting reality is a common barrier to success in lifestyle changes, nutrition, exercise, and weight loss. Many individuals struggle with accepting ...
All About Sugar with Dr. Shah
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
No shame in your sugar-loving game!That's because it's 100% normal to like sugar; our brains are programmed to like it because sugar was onc...
Binge Eating with Dr. Harris
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, this is a real medical disorder.No, this is not just what happens when you and your girlfriends eat way too many chips and salsa and margaritas o...
Making Peace with the Scale
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What if we changed our mindset so the number on the scale was simply informational and not an emotionally distressing commentary on how poorly we&apos...
Effects of Sleep and Stress on Weight and Health with Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers, DO
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lack of sleep has a negative effect on weight loss, so how can we make sure we're getting the sleep we need to support our health?Think back to c...
Recognizing & Resolving Emotional Eating with Dr. Rentea
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Matthea Rentea gives incredible perspective on emotional eating. She highlights the phases of emotional eating/overeating, and th...
Your Questions Answered: Constipation, Surgery, Medication for Kids, and More
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Poop is a common topic in my office. 💩 I frequently hear from patients about changes in bowel movements after starting or changing medications, s...
What is mindful eating?
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There is sooo much judgment around food.Can we just agree to drop that and focus our health goals on feeling well and fueling our bodies?If you have b...
All About Life Coaching with Dr. Sarah Stombaugh, MD
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it's CrossFit or Peloton or kids' sports, coaches are a huge part of our lives.Regardless of their area of expertise, coaches all ha...
5 Lies We Tell Ourselves
27 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It seems to be the same handful of things that keep my patients from achieving their health goals. There are 5 lies they're telling themselves th...
Your Questions About Weight-Loss Medications, ANSWERED
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it's for you or for your patients, your questions about weight-loss medications have been so great. I dedicated today's whole podcas...
Weight Bias with Dr. Leslie Golden
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Weight bias happens on playgrounds, when the child struggling with obesity is bullied. But it happens in subtle ways, too, and it even happens in our ...
Moving Past Black-and-White Thinking with Food
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
**** Let’s eat better together. Save up to $65 off your first Daily Harvest box: https://bit.ly/3Caqqr4 ****When it comes to nutrition plans, exerci...
What Exactly Is Appetite?
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What, exactly, is appetite?Our appetite is so much more complex than most people realize. There are actually seven components of appetite, and underst...
What You Need to Know About Exercise
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Exercising can be so intimidating, whether it's at a studio where everyone else seems to be a pro yogi or it's at a gym where just figuring ...
Should I Consider Bariatric Surgery?
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Different bodies respond differently to the various weight-loss treatments, so it should not be considered a failure if a person's unique body is...
5 Things to Do Before Trying to Lose Weight
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Weight is just one part of the whole health picture of a person.While weight can affect overall health and losing weight can improve that, there are o...
Backup Plans: The Key to Success, Ep. 013
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Unless you live a life that always goes as planned, listen up!Backup plans are a must when it comes to your health because no matter how well-prepped ...
What's the Best Diet? Ep. 012
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's Dr. Francavilla Show podcast episode, I walk you through the pros and cons of each of the 6 most common diets that are brought up by p...
How Much Weight Do I Need to Lose? Ep. 011
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It might surprise you to know that many people who come to me for weight loss don't actually need to lose weight!So how do you know if you (or yo...
How To Know If You Emotionally Eating And What You Can Do To Stop, Ep #010
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk all about emotional eating. We will address ways you can recognize and handle it with the "Am I hungry"...
How To Set A Goal You Can Achieve, Ep #009
02 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode is all about setting goals. If you are like most of my patients, you have set lots of goals in your life around health and weight...
Medications for Weight Loss with guest, Dr. Angela Fitch, Ep #008
26 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today is a very exciting day on the podcast because we have our first guest, Dr. Angela Fitch. She is an internal medicine and pediatric obesity medic...
How To Keep Your Health While Traveling With A Before, During, And After Plan For Travel, Ep #007
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are going to talk about how to take care of your health while you travel. I'm going to help you come up with a plan for before, during, ...
14 Tips To Get Started With Exercise, Ep #006
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are talking about exercise. Specifically, I have 14 ways to get yourself to exercise. I am convinced that if I could find the one ...
Keep up Healthy Habits During the Holidays, Ep #005
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about surviving the holidays and how to keep your health on track while going through the season. I’ll walk yo...
Not-So-Secret-Secrets To Maintaining Weight Loss, Ep #004
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we are going to be talking about weight maintenance. You may be thinking this episode is not for me, I have not reached my go...
Why It's So Hard to Lose Weight, Ep #003
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we will talk about why it is so hard to lose weight and we'll start to touch on some of the things you can do. The whole...
How to Stop Overeating at Night, Ep #002
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we will be talking about one of my patients' most common challenges, which is overeating at night. Overeating at night is something we have...
Who I am and What An Obesity Physician Does, Ep #001
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the 1st episode of the Dr. Francavilla Show. I'm your host, Dr. Carolyn Francavilla, Board Certified in Family Medicine and a diplomat...