Dr. Francavilla

The Dr. Francavilla Show

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Carolynn Francavilla, MD is Board Certified in Family Medicine and a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She owns and operates Green Mountain Partners for Health and Colorado Weight Care. Dr. Francavilla is a nationally recognized obesity expert, lecturing on the topic obesity as well as through her own platform HelpYourPatientsLoseWeight.com. She serves on the Obesity Medicine Association Board of Trustees. She is an Assistant Professor at Rocky Vista University and Volunteer Faculty at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. She is passionate about helping people lose...

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Dr. Francavilla

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Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Oral Wegovy: All You Need to Know About This New Medication, with Joseph Zucchi 12.01.2026

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) Ever wondered what’s really changing the game in weight loss treatments?  Well, oral Wegovy might be it. Unlike other GLP-1 medications that require weekly injections, this is the first long-term weight-loss pill in its class. For many people, takin...

Testosterone, Weight, and Health with Dr. Khashayar Farzam 05.01.2026

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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 misunderstoo...

Getting Rid of Overwhelm with Tips for 4000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals 29.12.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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...

Postpartum weight loss including Wegovy and Zepbound with Danielle Marston, FNP 22.12.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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...

Liver Disease and Your Weight with Dr. Rajvanshi 15.12.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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 gastroen...

Heart Health, Cholesterol, Statins, and GLPs with Dr. Alo 08.12.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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 weigh...

Should I take a GLP-1 with Danielle Marston, FNP 01.12.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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 medicati...

Weight Loss Through the Holiday Season: Bonus GLP Tips! 24.11.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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 cov...

Living with Diabetes with Patient Educator Danielle Batiste 17.11.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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 rea...

Essentials on Type 2 Diabetes: Diet, Exercise, GLPs, and Surgery 10.11.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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 re...

Depression, Bias, Food Noise, and GLPs with Dr. Robyn Pashby 03.11.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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...

What Should Your Exercise Plan Really Be? 27.10.2025

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 un...

Weight Loss Travel Tips: Plus Bonus Tips on Traveling with Wegovy or Zepbound 20.10.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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 t...

Reflections on the Biggest Loser 13.10.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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...

Realistic Expectations for Zepbound and Wegovy GLP-1 Hub Founder: Ana Reisdorf 06.10.2025

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 me...

ADHD, Weight and Health with Dr. Carl Knopke 29.09.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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 lat...

Breath Work's role in Health with Jessica Dibb 22.09.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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 arou...

Self Compassion and GLPs for Weight loss with Melissa Mitri, RD 15.09.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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 un...

Can a test tell me if Wegovy or Zepbound will work for me? With Dr. Andres Acosta of Phenomix 08.09.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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...

What is Food Noise and how Zepbound and Wegovy turn it down 01.09.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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 m...

Changing Mindset to Overcome Yo-Yo Dieting, Emotional Eating, and Improving Your Relationship with Food with Lisa Goldberg 25.08.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) 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 frustr...

Calling BS on Weight Bias: Your Weight is Not Your Fault 18.08.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) Have you ever been told that your weight is just a matter of willpower? Or that if you simply “tried harder,” you’d get the results you want? Maybe you’ve even heard that using medication or surgery is “cheating.” If so, you’re far from alone, and i...

Using ChatGPT to Eat Healthier and Lose Weight 11.08.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) Ever wish meal planning didn’t feel like such a chore? You might be surprised at how ChatGPT can help. In this episode, we’re trying something a little different and way more practical. We’re digging into how you can use ChatGPT to make nutrition pl...

Why Is It Hard to Get Zepbound or Wegovy and What Can I Do? With Dr. Nikita Shah 04.08.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) Have you ever wondered why getting obesity medications like Wegovy or Zepbound feels sooo complicated and honestly, kinda impossible sometimes? Between high costs, confusing insurance rules, and endless paperwork, even patients who qualify often str...

Progress Over Perfection to Improve Your Health 28.07.2025

Claim your complimentary gift of my exclusive mini weight care guide today! Link: Weight Care Guide — Dr. Francavilla Show (thedrfrancavillashow.co m) Have you ever held back from starting something just because you couldn’t do it perfectly ? That hesitation, the pressure to get everything just right, can quietly influence so many parts of life. At first, it might not seem like a big deal. But ove...

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