Season 2 Episode 3: Hacking Hormones: The Science Behind HRT & Biohacking with Patrick Stracuzzi, NP

Season 2, Episode 5: Low T, High Hopes: A TRT Success Story

Summary Our guest today is a client of Czarina’s at The A-List Clinic, George! George is on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) so join us as he discusses his experience. After years of struggling with fatigue, low libido, decreased muscle mass, and mood swings, he sought help and was diagnosed with low testosterone levels. Whether you’re curious about TRT for yourself or supporting someone on their journey, this episode offers real-world insight and a candid look at the life-changing effects of hormone optimization. 🩺 Disclaimer: This episode is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Chapters 01:25 How George got into TRT  06:31 George’s health improvements and lifestyle changes 16:01 George’s initial thoughts about TRT 22:24 Stress, career, and testosterone levels 27:05 George’s current TRT experience 37:49 Debunking myths about TRT 📱CONNECT WITH THE WEIGH-IN NP's Website: theweighinnps.com Instagram: @theweighinnps TikTok: @theweighinnps Email: contact@theweighinnps.com 👩🏻‍⚕️ INTERESTED IN A CONSULT? If you're in Pennsylvania, check out Lifefire Weight & Wellness: Website: www.lifefireweight.com Instagram: @lifefireweight TikTok: @lifefireweight Email: contact@lifefireweight.com Phone: 610-242-9164 If you're in California, check out The A-List Clinic: Website: www.thealistclinic.com Instagram: @thealistclinic TikTok: @thealistclinic Email: contact@thealistclinic.com Phone: 310-904-6414

Season 2 Episode 4: Metabolic Health 101

Summary WTF is metabolic health? Katie explains it all in this episode! You’re gonna wanna sit down and pay attention for this one! Chapters 00:55 True or False Metabolism Myths 05:08 Metabolic Health vs Metabolism 10:45 Strategies for improving metabolism 14:10 The role of set point in weight management 16:19 Hormones and metabolism 22:07 Weight loss vs fat loss 26:43 Common metabolic mistakes 33:10 Gender differences in metabolism 36:04 Quick fire questions 📱CONNECT WITH THE WEIGH-IN NP's Website: theweighinnps.com Instagram: @theweighinnps TikTok: @theweighinnps Email: contact@theweighinnps.com 👩🏻‍⚕️ INTERESTED IN A CONSULT? If you're in Pennsylvania, check out Lifefire Weight & Wellness: Website: www.lifefireweight.com Instagram: @lifefireweight TikTok: @lifefireweight Email: contact@lifefireweight.com Phone: 610-242-9164 If you're in California, check out The A-List Clinic: Website: www.thealistclinic.com Instagram: @thealistclinic TikTok: @thealistclinic Email: contact@thealistclinic.com Phone: 310-904-6414

Season 2 Episode 3: Hacking Hormones: The Science Behind HRT & Biohacking with Patrick Stracuzzi, NP

Summary Today’s guest is Patrick Stracuzzi, the founder and nurse practitioner of Stracuzzi Wellness/Improve You Today, an integrative health clinic based in Kingston, New York and treats via telemed in 35 states. Their focus is long-term health optimization through personalized protocols that combine hormone replacement therapy (HRT), peptide treatments, weight loss medications, and advanced biohacking tools. We talk specifically about the benefits of HRT and peptides for men and women, as well as Patrick’s own personal journey with testosterone.  Chapters 00:42 Networking with Chamber of Commerce 05:13 Metabolic Health 09:00 Intro to Patrick Stracuzzi, founder of Stracuzzi Wellness/Improve You Today 19:51 Patrick’s Approach to Wellness vs traditional health care 25:34 What is testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and its benefits for men 31:44 Addressing stigmas with HRT 42:42 Aromatase inhibitors: yay or nay? 50:44 Women’s HRT and peptides 1:05:44 Biohacking 101 1:20:54 What’s in store for Stracuzzi Wellness 1:26:05 Outro Patrick Stracuzzi | Stracuzzi Wellness / Improve You Today Website: stracuzziwellness.com [http://stracuzziwellness.com] and improveyoutoday.com [http://improveyoutoday.com] IG and Facebook: @stracuzziwellness TikTok: @improveyoutoday 📱CONNECT WITH THE WEIGH-IN NP's Website: theweighinnps.com Instagram: @theweighinnps TikTok: @theweighinnps Email: contact@theweighinnps.com 👩🏻‍⚕️ INTERESTED IN A CONSULT? If you're in Pennsylvania, check out Lifefire Weight & Wellness: Website: www.lifefireweight.com Instagram: @lifefireweight TikTok: @lifefireweight Email: contact@lifefireweight.com Phone: 610-242-9164 If you're in California, check out The A-List Clinic: Website: www.thealistclinic.com Instagram: @thealistclinic TikTok: @thealistclinic Email: contact@thealistclinic.com Phone: 310-904-6414

Season 2 Episode 2: Hormones 101 (OTC)

Summary Get your pens and paper out! Czarina’s breaking down hormone replacement therapy. You’re not gonna wanna miss this one. Chapters 00:34 Introduction 03:33 Czarina’s personal experiences with hormones 13:21 Why HRT is misunderstood 29:15 Who shouldn’t get HRT? 34:12 HRT and weight loss 36:52 What to ask your provider 40:17 What pisses us off about women’s treatment in medicine 📱CONNECT WITH THE WEIGH-IN NP's Website: theweighinnps.com Instagram: @theweighinnps TikTok: @theweighinnps Email: contact@theweighinnps.com 👩🏻‍⚕️ INTERESTED IN A CONSULT? If you're in Pennsylvania, check out Lifefire Weight & Wellness: Website: www.lifefireweight.com Instagram: @lifefireweight TikTok: @lifefireweight Email: contact@lifefireweight.com Phone: 610-242-9164 If you're in California, check out The A-List Clinic: Website: www.thealistclinic.com Instagram: @thealistclinic TikTok: @thealistclinic Email: contact@thealistclinic.com Phone: 310-904-6414

Season 2 Episode 1: OTC w/ Sherra Davis

Summary The Weigh-In Podcast is back with a new season! Today’s guest is Sherra Davis, Lifefire Weight and Wellness’s Clinical Office Manager and Wellness Coordinator. She returns for updates on her girls’ trip to Cancun, her 35 lb weight loss, and how she managed all that with a toddler! Katie and Czarina also share their life updates and what’s in store for season two. Chapters 00:34 Introduction 01:12 Biohacking 07:28 Hormone Replacement Therapy 15:32 Life Updates 23:17 Sherra’s Return and Girls Trip 28:03 Sherra’s Semaglutide Updates 35:14 Comparing experiences on Semaglutide 42:11 Handling vacation while losing weight 50:48 Sherra’s next steps with weight loss 1:15:38 Outro 📱CONNECT WITH THE WEIGH-IN NP's Website: theweighinnps.com Instagram: @theweighinnps TikTok: @theweighinnps Email: contact@theweighinnps.com 👩🏻‍⚕️ INTERESTED IN A CONSULT? If you're in Pennsylvania, check out Lifefire Weight & Wellness: Website: www.lifefireweight.com Instagram: @lifefireweight TikTok: @lifefireweight Email: contact@lifefireweight.com Phone: 610-242-9164 If you're in California, check out The A-List Clinic: Website: www.thealistclinic.com Instagram: @thealistclinic TikTok: @thealistclinic Email: contact@thealistclinic.com Phone: 310-904-6414