Lose Stubborn Weight, Balance Hormones, and Feel Like Yourself Again

 Personalized health coaching for adults 40+ backed by 25+ years of pharmaceutical expertise.

THIS IS FOR YOU IF:

✔︎ You're in your 40s, 50s, or beyond and:

✔︎ You've tried every diet but the weight won't budge

✔︎ Your hormones feel like they're sabotaging you

✔︎ You're exhausted despite "eating healthy"

✔︎ You suspect your medications are making it harder

✔︎ You're done with restrictive plans that don't last

✔︎ You want answers, not another quick fix

✔︎ You're tired of being told it's "just part of aging"

If this sounds familiar, you're in the right place.

HOW I HELP YOU GET UNSTUCK

💊 Medication & Metabolism Analysis
(What 99% of coaches can't do)

Is your blood pressure medication causing weight gain? Is your antidepressant blocking fat loss? Is metformin affecting your energy?

As a registered pharmacist, I review every medication you're taking and identify what's sabotaging your results and help you to find solutions. This alone is often the breakthrough my clients need.

Result: Finally understand why "eating less and exercising more" wasn't working.

🔥 Hormone-Focused Fat Loss
(Fix the root cause, not just symptoms)

Restricting calories when insulin, cortisol, or thyroid hormones are imbalanced is like pushing a boulder uphill. We balance your hormones FIRST using targeted nutrition, stress management, and strategic eating—then fat loss happens naturally.

Especially effective for stubborn belly fat that won't budge no matter what you try.

Result: Lose 10-20 pounds in 3-6 months without counting calories or feeling deprived.

🧠 Break Free from Emotional Eating
(Without relying on willpower)

Stop the cycle of stress → snack → guilt → repeat. We identify your specific triggers (boredom, anxiety, loneliness, exhaustion) and build new coping strategies that actually work—no white-knuckling required.

Result: Food stops controlling you. You eat when hungry, stop when satisfied, and don't think about it constantly.

🍽️ Personalized Nutrition Plans
(That fit YOUR real life)

No generic meal plans. No foods you hate. No recipes requiring 47 ingredients.

We create an eating strategy based on YOUR preferences, YOUR schedule, YOUR family situation. You'll know exactly what to eat, when to eat it, and why without feeling restricted.

Result: Sustainable habits you can maintain for life, not just until you hit a goal weight.

📊Lab Testing & Analysis
(Get the data you need)

Order functional lab tests (hormones, metabolic health, thyroid, nutrients) and I'll interpret them in plain English. We'll see EXACTLY what's out of balance no more guessing.

Optional add-on available for clients who want deeper insights.

Result: Data-driven strategy customized to YOUR body's specific needs.

🎯Accountability That Actually Helps
(Not just weekly check-ins)

Text/email support between sessions when you need it. Real-time problem-solving when life throws curveballs. Celebrate wins, troubleshoot challenges, adjust the plan as needed.

You're never alone figuring this out.

Result: Someone in your corner who understands your struggles and knows how to help.

This isn't another program. It's a complete system designed around YOUR unique body.

WHY MY APPROACH GETS RESULTS WHEN DIETS FAIL

Most health coaches can't tell you if your blood pressure medication is causing weight gain.
Or if your antidepressant is making it impossible to lose fat.
Or why your metformin dose needs adjusting before any diet will work.

I can. Because I'm not just a health coach, I'm a registered pharmacist with 25+ years of clinical experience.

Here's what makes my approach different:

🔬 I Review Your Medications First

Before we change a single thing about your diet, I analyze every prescription and supplement you're taking. Many medications directly block weight loss and most coaches have no idea.

🧬 I Fix Hormones, Not Just Calories

Restricting calories when your insulin, cortisol, or thyroid are out of balance is like bailing water from a sinking boat. We fix the leak first, then the weight comes off naturally.

🤝 We Partner, Not Dictate

I don't hand you a meal plan and say "follow this." We discover together what works for YOUR body, YOUR lifestyle, YOUR preferences. This is why my clients actually stick with it.

💊 I Work With Your Doctor

I can speak your doctor's language and collaborate on medication adjustments, order lab work & interpretation, and treatment plans. You get a full healthcare team, not just a coach.

📊 I Use Data, Not Guesswork

Functional lab testing, medication analysis, and detailed tracking show us exactly what's blocking your progress, we fix the root cause, not symptoms.

The Result?

My clients don't just lose weight. They transform their metabolic health, balance their hormones, and finally understand why nothing worked before.

WHAT CLIENTS SAY ABOUT WORKING WITH A PHARMACIST-COACH

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Having someone who understands both nutrition AND medications made all the difference in my results.

— Sarah M., Age 52

 Lost 15 lbs in 4 months

 

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I wish I'd worked with a pharmacist-coach years ago. So much wasted time on approaches that couldn't work with my prescriptions.

— Jennifer T., Age 50
Lost 10 lbs, energy restored

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The medication review alone was worth it we discovered issues my doctor had missed.

— Brian T., Age 60

Lost 25 lbs, better sleep

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Lost 3 inches in my waist, got off statins, no more joint pain. She truly partners with you on your journey. I encourage you to give her a call!

— Laura M., Age 55

No more brain fog & weight loss

💬 My clients don't just lose weight, they transform their relationship with food, understand their bodies for the first time, and finally get answers.

— Irina Plakas, RPh, Certified Health Coach

WHY I GET IT

"I've Been Where You Are"

new Before and After 10lb weight loss (1)

The difference? I can review your medications, interpret your labs, and work with your doctors, something 99% of health coaches can't do.

At 50, menopause hit me hard. Despite eating healthy and exercising, I gained stubborn weight, lost my energy, and felt trapped in my own body.

But as a pharmacist with 25+ years of experience, I had one advantage: I knew how to find the root cause.

Once I balanced my hormones and addressed insulin resistance (not just calories), everything changed. I lost 14 pounds, dropped a size, and got my confidence back.

Now I help people do the same using my unique pharmacist + coach expertise to uncover what's REALLY blocking their progress.

The difference? I can review your medications, interpret your labs, and work with your doctors something 99% of health coaches can't do.

Registered Pharmacist (RPh) | Certified Health Coach
📍Dripping Springs, TX

How We'll Work Together

Simple Process. Personalized Results. Lasting Transformation.

Here's exactly what happens when you work with me—no confusion, no surprises, just a clear path to feeling like yourself again.

FREE Clarity Call (30 min)
Discuss your health history, identify what's blocking you. No pressure just honest answers.

Complete Assessment Week 1
Health intake, medication analysis, and lab review to create YOUR personalized baseline.

Custom Roadmap Week 1-2
Receive your tailored nutrition, hormone, and lifestyle plan plus your first action steps.

Weekly Coaching Ongoing
45-60 min sessions to track progress, troubleshoot challenges, and optimize your plan.

Text/Email Support
Real-time help between sessions, you're never alone or waiting a week for answers.

Regular Optimization Every 4-6 weeks
Review metrics, analyze results, adjust protocol based on YOUR body's unique response.

Lasting Transformation 3-6 months
Lose 10-20 pounds, balance hormones, restore energy and maintain it for life.

WHAT MAKES THIS PROCESS DIFFERENT?

Unlike cookie-cutter programs and restrictive diets, my approach is:

💊  Medication-Informed

I review your prescriptions and work with your doctors to optimize them for weight loss—something 99% of health coaches simply can't do.

⚖️  Hormone-Focused

We balance insulin, cortisol, and thyroid hormones FIRST. Once those are optimized, fat loss happens naturally without extreme restriction.

📊 Data-Driven

We use functional lab testing, detailed tracking, and real metrics to optimize YOUR specific plan, no guessing.

 

🤝 Partnership-Based

You're in the driver's seat. I'm your guide, translator, and partner, helping you discover what works for YOUR unique body and life.

 

🏆 Built to Last

We create sustainable habits that fit YOUR real life—not some influencer's Instagram fantasy. This is about transformation, not another temporary fix.

READY TO START YOUR TRANSFORMATION?

Schedule your free 30-minute clarity call and let's create YOUR personalized roadmap to lasting results.

⏰ Limited Availability: I only accept 5 new clients per month to ensure each person gets the personalized attention they deserve.

No pressure. No sales pitch. Just an honest conversation about what's possible for you.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Got questions? I've got answers. Here are the most common questions I hear from people considering working with me.

How is this different from other weight loss programs or health coaches?
Do I have to follow a strict diet or meal plan?
What if I've tried everything and nothing works?
How long does it take to see results?
Do you work with people who are on medications?
What's included in the free consultation?
How much does coaching cost?
Is lab testing required?
Do you accept insurance?
Where are you located? Do you work with people virtually?
What if I have a lot of weight to lose? Can you help me?
I'm dealing with perimenopause/menopause. Can you help with that?
What if I don't cook or have a busy schedule?
Will I have to exercise a lot?
What if I have other health conditions (diabetes, thyroid issues, autoimmune disease, etc.)?
What happens after I reach my goal weight?
Can my spouse/partner join the program with me?
What if I miss a session or need to reschedule?
How do I know if we're a good fit to work together?
Still have questions?

YOU DESERVE TO FEEL LIKE YOURSELF AGAIN

If you've read this far, you already know something needs to change.

You're tired of:

✔︎ Stubborn weight that won't budge no matter what you try

✔︎  Feeling exhausted despite getting enough sleep

✔︎  Hormones that feel completely out of control

✔︎  Doctors who dismiss your concerns as "just part of aging"

✔︎  Diets that work temporarily but never last

✔︎  Feeling invisible in your own body

 

The problem is that no one has looked at the ROOT CAUSE — your hormones, your medications, your unique body chemistry.

I'm Irina and I know exactly how you feel because I've been there.

At 50, I gained weight despite doing everything "right." I felt exhausted, frustrated, and trapped in my own body.

But I had one advantage: 25+ years as a registered pharmacist meant I knew how to investigate the root cause.

Once I balanced my hormones and optimized my medications, everything changed. I lost 14 pounds, got my energy back, and finally felt like myself again.

Now I help people do the same using my unique pharmacist + coach expertise to uncover what's REALLY blocking their progress.

HERE'S WHAT HAPPENS NEXT:

STEP 1:

Book Your Free 30-Minute Clarity Call

We'll discuss:
Your health history and current challenges
Whether we're a good fit to work together

No pressure. No sales pitch. Just honest, helpful guidance even if we don't end up working together.

STEP 2:

If We're a Good Fit, We Get Started

Within 1-2 weeks, you'll have:
Your complete medication review and analysis
Your personalized nutrition and hormone optimization plan
Your first action steps to implement immediately
Weekly coaching sessions and ongoing support

STEP 3:

You Start Seeing Results

Most clients experience:
More energy within 2-3 weeks
Better sleep and reduced cravings within 3-4 weeks
Clothes fitting better within 4-6 weeks
10-20 pounds lost in 3-6 months
Confidence, clarity, and feeling like themselves again

WHAT MY CLIENTS SAY:

"I lost 18 pounds and finally understood WHY I couldn't lose weight before—it was my medications! Irina is the first coach who actually looked at the whole picture."

— Sarah M., Age 52

"After years of failed diets, I'm down 2 sizes and have energy I haven't felt in a decade. The difference? We addressed my insulin resistance, not just calories."

— Lisa K., Age 48

"My doctor said my hormones were 'normal,' but I felt terrible. Irina helped me get better testing and create a plan that actually worked."

— Jennifer T., Age 55

Rich web Before & After

WHY BOOK YOUR FREE CALL TODAY?

Limited Availability:

I only accept 5 new clients per month to ensure personalized attention. Spots fill quickly.

Zero Risk:

The consultation is completely free. You'll get valuable insights even if we don't work together.

The Sooner You Start, The Sooner You See Results:

Every month you wait is another month feeling stuck. Why not start now?

IMAGINE 6 MONTHS FROM NOW...

✨ You wake up with energy that lasts all day.

✨ You look in the mirror and like what you see not because you're "perfect," but because you feel like YOU again.

✨ Your clothes fit. Your cravings are manageable. Your hormones feel balanced.

✨ You understand your body for the first time in years.

✨ You're not fighting yourself anymore. You're working WITH your body.

READY TO FEEL LIKE YOURSELF AGAIN?

Book Your FREE 30-Minute Clarity Call

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A FINAL NOTE FROM ME:

I left a secure pharmacy career because I couldn't watch one more person be told her symptoms were "just part of aging."

You're not broken. You're not lazy. You're not lacking willpower.

Your body is trying to tell you something—and I can help you listen.

If you're ready to finally understand what's been blocking you and create a plan that actually works, I'm here.

Let's do this together.

— Irina Plakas, RPh
Registered Pharmacist | Certified Health Coach

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