The Dr. Francavilla Show
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 weight to treat and prevent medical problems. Dr. Francavilla has learned that losing weight and keeping it off is complex and not a matter of will power, but biology, and seeks to help others finds healthy longterm solutions to their weight.
Episodes
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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 ha...
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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, live...
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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 big...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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 ...
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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 b...
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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. Pro...
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 ...
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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 qu...
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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 t...
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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 mo...
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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 medic...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 it’s time to call BS on that idea.
If you...
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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 planning easier, more personalized, a...
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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 struggle to actually start treatment.
To he...
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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 over time, that all-or-nothing mindset can ...
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