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The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee
Dive into the science of your diet! Learn how a humble blueberry can fight cancer or what the longest living people in the world are eating. Every episode is packed with facts that will raise your health IQ and boost your nutrition knowledge. "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll is joined by Dr. Neal Barnard, a leading voice in nutrition science and founder of The Physicians Committee, and other elite doctors and dietitians. Unlock the secrets to living longer and healthier life and how to…
Episodes
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeEat More, Weigh Less: Calories & Plant-Based Diets
What if losing weight doesn't mean cutting back on portion sizes? Is there a way to really eat more but weigh less? That's what "The Weight Loss Champion"…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeFood Addiction: Why We Can't Stop Eating
Food addiction can be as powerful as any drug on the street. In this episode of The Exam Room™, "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll opens up about a…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeVegetables, Not Viagra: Erectile Dysfunction
When things aren't working like they should in bed, men should be turning to vegetables and not Viagra, according to numerous studies. Indeed, science shows…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow Vegan Diets Help Athletes
You don't have to be an Olympic caliber athlete to reap the benefits of a plant-based diet! In this episode of The Exam Room™ podcast, find out why athletes…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThe NFL Is Going Vegan
The latest trend in the NFL isn't a fancy offense or going for it on fourth down. It's going vegan! A growing number of the league's stars — many of them 300…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeAidan Gallagher: Young Vegan Game Changer
Aidan Gallagher is a young plant-based game changer! Not only is he a tv star, he's also a heck of a musician who is already using his celebrity status to…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHarley Quinn Smith: A Vegan To Watch
Harley Quinn Smith is a budding rock star, up and coming actress, animal welfare advocate and one seriously devoted vegan! She made national headlines recently…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeMaggie Q: Why I'm Vegan
Maggie Q is a plant-based megastar! The talented actress, best known for starring in hit TV show Designated Survivor and the Insurgent movie series, joins "The…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow To Go Vegan In 21 Days
I want to go vegan, but I don't know how! The concept of a plant-based diet can be so puzzling to someone who has been eating meat and drinking whole milk…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeEverything You Need To Know About Going Vegan with Drs. Michael Greger, Neal Barnard, Jasmol Sardana
Everything you need to know about going vegan you will learn in this show as Drs. Michael Greger, Neal Barnard and Jasmol Sardana join "The Weight Loss…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeBest of 2018 - Part 2: Most Inspiring Stories
Join "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll as he revisits the most inspirational figures of 2018. After being diagnosed with diabetes, former star football…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeBest of 2018 - Part 1: Cheese Addiction to Carb Obsession
Why does cheese make us fat and why is it so addictive? And is it really true that major fast food restaurants are working with the government to find ways to…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeBeans! Good For Your Heart And That's Not All
Beans, beans, they're good for your heart… and that's not all! In this episode of The Exam Room™, "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll learns how beans can…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHealth Benefits of Chocolate
Some call chocolate a superfood. Some just call it super. But is it healthy? This week's episode of The Exam Room™ is devoted to investigating claims that…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeBest Foods To Fight A Cold And Flu
What foods are the best to fight a cold and the flu? That's what this episode of The Exam Room™ is all about! "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll sits…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteePlant-Based Thanksgiving Guide
In this special episode of The Exam Room™, "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll sits down to dinner with television news producer Justin Stewart, who has…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow Healthy Are Pumpkins?
How healthy is a pumpkin? Super healthy! As it turns out, pumpkins are far more than just something fun to carve on Halloween. You can argue that they're a…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeTHE SCARIEST FOODS!
What are the scariest foods? You know, the foods that are to be eaten at your own risk! If you're going to eliminate anything from your diet, these terrifying…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeBreast Cancer: Food, Prevention & Survival
Certain foods can not only help prevent breast cancer but can also dramatically improve the odds of survival once a person is diagnosed. Conversely, other…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeApples! Healthy As Advertised?
An apple can be ideal snack when you're trying to lose weight, but its health benefits go way beyond keeping a slim waist. In fact, apples are packed with tons…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow To Cook Without Oil
Cooking without oil is a new practice for many of us. Who hasn't been taught to add a splash of it to the pan before turning on the stove? And what about…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeAre Nuts Really Healthy?
Should you be eating nuts? Many have sworn them off from their diet because of their high fat and caloric content. Others are just nutty about them and claim…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHealthy Heart Diet: How Plant-Based Foods Prevent Heart Disease
Two of the nation's top cardiologists on the forefront of plant-based nutrition join "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll! Dr. Kim Williams and Dr. Andrew…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeWrestling With Your Diet! A Dinner With Austin Aries
Austin Aries is a vegan phenom! He's wrestled for WWE. He's been in a match at WrestleMania, won championships across the world and become one of the…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHealthy Vegan School Lunches
What a student eats affects everything from their health to their academic performance! Research shows that students may have lower grades because of unhealthy…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeDiet and HAPPINESS
You know that saying about eating your feelings? Well, it's even more true than you could ever imagine. Our mood is affected by every bite we take! In this…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThe Secret To Living Longer
You are about to learn the secret to living a long life! "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll sits down with longevity expert Dan Buettner to unlock the…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeWhat To Eat, When To Eat!
It isn't just about what you eat, it's also about when you eat! Meal timing and the foods on your plate are big factors in keeping your body clock in sync. But…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow Not To Die!
This is how not to die! The number one cause of death and disease in the U.S. is diet, but life and death decisions should not be a lottery! Dr. Michael Greger…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeCancer Fighting Foods!
This episode is all about foods that help prevent cancer. In 2018, a staggering 1.7 million people will be diagnosed with cancer in the U.S. alone, according…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeCholesterol CHAOS! Heart Disease, ED, and the Plant-Based Solution
Did you know that your body already produces all the cholesterol it needs?! You don't need any in your diet! In this episode, you'll find out how the body acts…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeKeto Diet Myths and Facts
We are tackling the most explosive topic in nutrition — the keto diet! Some say it's the best diet ever, but others are concerned about its long-term effects…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeCruelty-Free Cosmetics
There is a bill that can save the lives of millions of animals. The Cruelty-Free Cosmetics Act of California would ban the sale of all cosmetic products that…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeAlzheimer's Disease and Diet
Studies show that eating a plant-based diet can dramatically reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Join "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHazardous Hot Dogs
Have you ever wondered what happens to your body when you eat 74 hot dogs? You're about to find out. Joey Chestnut set a world record this year by eating that…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThe Protein Myth
Where do you get your protein? If you're vegan, no doubt you've been asked that more than once. Our protein obsessed culture prides itself on eating mountains…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeAgeless Vegans: Tracye and Mary McQuirter
Nobody gets excited about gray hair and wrinkles! Tracye and Mary McQuirter are living proof that the "Fountain of Youth" does exist and can be found right in…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHazardous Hospital Food
A hospital is supposed to be a place of healing and a pillar of health. Yet, many are serving the foods that may have helped land the patient in the operating…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeEverything You Need To Know About Fiber
Fiber is the Clark Kent of the nutrition world. Hiding in there is Superman with amazing super powers! This disease fighting powerhouse can reduce your risk of…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeRaising A Vegan Kid
Is it healthy for a child be vegan and not eat meat or dairy? Will they still get all of the vitamins and nutrients they need? Despite what you might have…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeMeatless Cookout
Learn the five grilled meats that are worst for your health! You'll also discover why hamburgers, hotdogs, and chicken that is cooked over an open flame can…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThe Inspirational Story of Josh LaJaunie
Josh LaJaunie is a man who no longer believes in the word "impossible." He no longer thinks he can achieve a goal; he knows that he will. It's a critical…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThe Egg Myth
What if everything you were taught about eggs is a sham? Are they really a health food as many claim? According to an increasing amount of research, reports of…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeVegan On A Budget Part 2: More Ways To Save!
You don't have to go broke eating a vegan diet! We've already proven that two people can eat a plant-based diet for a full week for just $40. Now "The Weight…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeVegan On A Budget
Is it possible to be vegan without breaking the bank? So many people think that you'll spend half of your paycheck on food if you're eating a plant-based diet…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeWeight Loss: Go Vegan, Watch Pounds Melt Away
What's the secret to losing weight? Going vegan! One of the best benefits of switching to a plant-based diet is that the pounds melt away! Many even slim down…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeIs Oil Really Healthy?
Oils are portrayed as health foods that provide all sorts of benefits to your body. You've heard they can improve heart health and cognitive function while…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeDangers Of Dairy
WARNING! WARNING! WARNING! Dairy is hazardous for your health! It's been said that milk does a body good, but nothing could be further from the truth. Studies…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeGood Carbs vs. Bad Carbs
If you thought the only way to lose weight and be healthy was to avoid carbs, think again! But beware! While the good carbs will fuel your body, bad carbs can…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeVegan Superfoods
There are foods and then there are SUPERfoods — especially when they're vegan! Learn the 12 healthiest plant-based superfoods as "The Weight Loss Champion"…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeReversing Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is reversible! Dr. Neal Barnard explains how a plant-based, low-fat diet has been proven to help many diabetics stop painful injections and end…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeVegan After Weight Loss Surgery
Is it possible to go vegan following weight loss surgery? Chuck reveals the results of blood tests that show his vitamin and nutrient levels nine years after…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThe 300-Pound Vegan: David Carter
David Carter is a giant. At 300 pounds and 6 feet 5 inches tall, he towers over almost everyone he meets. Indeed, Carter is no ordinary vegan — he's a former…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeLive From The Olympics: Meagan Duhamel - Bonus Episode
Fresh off capturing a gold medal at the Olympics, devout vegan Meagan Duhamel joins the show from The Olympic Village in PyeongChang, South Korea! The figure…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHeart Health and the Vegan Diet
Heart disease kills more Americans each year than accidents, strokes, and diabetes combined. However, a vegan diet has repeatedly been proven to dramatically…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeVegan Olympics: Plant-Based Gold
Olympic ice skater Meagan Duhamel joins the show just before taking the ice in South Korea. She tells "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll about the…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeTom Brady's Former Chef
Tom Brady is defying the odds! He remains at the top of his game despite turning 40 and has no plans to retire anytime soon. Heck, he's in the Super Bowl…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteePlant-Powered Athletes
Washington Redskins plant-based star DJ Swearinger goes one-on-one in an interview with "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll. And he makes a mean smoothie!…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeMusic and Medicine
Music can heal your mind and body. Dr. Neal Barnard and "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll explore why songs can make everyone healthier and could be a…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThe Cheese Trap
Cheese is one of the unhealthiest foods you could possibly eat and yet Americans gobble it down it by the truck load. Why? Because it's also extremely…