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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…
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The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeFood Is Medicine: Reversing Diabetes and Chronic Disease in Native Communities
Chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and depression are devastating Native American communities—but a powerful movement rooted in tradition…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeFood For Life: The Diet Fighting Chronic Diseases Worldwide
Chronic diseases are rising fast in Africa — and the same lifestyle factors driving illness in the U.S. are now impacting communities around the world. In this…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeDr. Will Bulsiewicz on Healing Your Gut, Reducing Inflammation and Improving Health
Inflammation is at the center of many of today's most common chronic diseases — but what if the real starting point isn't where most people think? In this…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeExperts: Dietary Guidelines Backed By Poor Science, Millions of Industry Dollars
The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans will shape how the U.S. eats for the next five years — but are they based on science or industry influence? In this…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow to Speed Up Your Metabolism Naturally (No Calorie Counting Required) | Dr. Neal Barnard
Are you struggling to lose weight and wondering if your metabolism is holding you back? In this episode of The Exam Room, host Chuck Carroll sits down with Dr…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeWhy Most Diets Fail — And The Healthy Diet That Sticks | Dr. Neal Barnard
Why do so many people quit their New Year's health goals—sometimes in just weeks? In this milestone 700th episode of The Exam Room Podcast, Chuck Carroll is…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeBest of 2025: Fiber, Cholesterol & Microplastics — What Everyone Wanted to Know
What if the most-watched health topics of 2025 could help you live healthier, longer, and with more control over your body? This Best of The Exam Room Podcast…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeWhy Ultra-Processed Foods Can Sabotage Your Weight Loss | Dr. Jim Loomis
Are ultra-processed foods the hidden reason weight loss feels impossible? Chuck Carroll is joined by Dr. Jim Loomis, medical director at Barnard Medical…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeGLP-1 Drugs Explained: Ozempic, Wegovy, Side Effects, Cost & Risks
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound are changing medicine — but at what cost? In this episode of The Exam Room Podcast, host Chuck Carroll sits down…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeWhy Cheese Is More Addictive Than You Think | Dr. Neal Barnard Reveals the Shocking Science
Is cheese really addictive? According to Dr. Neal Barnard, the answer is a resounding YES. The brain reacts nearly identically to cheese as it does narcotics…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeOmega-3 vs Omega-6: The TRUTH About Inflammation and Cancer Risk with Dr. Calvin Ye
Discover the truth about omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in this eye-opening interview with Dr. Kaixiong (Calvin) Ye, one of the world's leading genetic…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThe Vegan Message Mainstream Media Won't Air — Jane Velez-Mitchell Exposes Everything
Can a streaming network help change the future of food, media, and the planet? Emmy-winning journalist and UnchainedTV founder Jane Velez-Mitchell sits down…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeDrop Cholesterol 150 Points In 15 Days? Dr. Ted Barnett Breaks Down The Science
Can your cholesterol drop more than 150 points in just 15 days without medication? Dr. Ted Barnett joins Chuck Carroll at the International Conference on…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteePlant-Based Diet Cuts Your Carbon Footprint In Half | New Study With Dr. Hana Kahleova
New research shows that simply choosing plant-based foods can slash your environmental footprint — and dramatically improve your health at the same time. In…
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95% Reduce Medications: Dr. Brad Moore on the Power Reversing Diseases
Graphic Title: 1 in 5 UTIs? Graphic Note: Need Neal and Chuck on here with some raw chicken and turkey. Show Title: 95% Reduce Medications: Dr. Brad Moore on…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeNew Study: Chicken Causes 1 in 5 UTIs — Dr. Neal Barnard Explains Hidden Risk
Can the chicken on your plate be causing urinary tract infections? New research says yes — and the findings may shock you. In this must-watch episode of The…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeLook Younger Naturally: The Science of Aging & Skin Health | Dr. Roxie Becker
The science of aging gracefully is discussed as Dr. Roxie Becker joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast. Discover the everyday habits that could be aging…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeFix Your Gut Naturally: Dr. Will Bulsiewicz on Fiber Maxing and Building Healthier Microbiome
Your gut holds the key to better health — and Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is back to help you unlock it! In this Exam Room Podcast mailbag episode, Chuck Carroll and…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeSleep Better, Eat Smarter, Live Healthier: The Power of Coaching with Dr. Brooke Bussard
How can a health coach change your life—and your sleep? In this inspiring episode of The Exam Room Podcast, Chuck Carroll sits down with Dr. Brooke Bussard to…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeDr. Neal Barnard: How to Eat to Prevent Alzheimer's and Boost Brain Power
Discover how your diet affects memory, focus, and long-term brain health in this powerful conversation with Dr. Neal Barnard and host Chuck Carroll on The Exam…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThe Hidden Cholesterol Killing Millions: What You Must Know About LP(a) | Dr. Akil Taher
In this powerful episode, Dr. Akil Taher, a heart-attack survivor turned marathon runner, reveals the life-saving truth about lipoprotein(a) which is a…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeDo Vegan Diets Really Require Careful Planning? Dr. Matt Nagra Sets the Record Straight
For years, we've been told that vegan and vegetarian diets "require careful planning" to be healthy — while omnivorous diets get a free pass. But is that…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeSupplements Exposed: What's Healthy and What's Harmful | Dr. Gemma Newman
Are supplements helping you — or wasting your money? In this episode of The Exam Room Podcast, Dr. Gemma Newman joins Chuck Carroll to break down the science…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow To Heal Your Thyroid Naturally | Dr. Neal Barnard
Your thyroid could be the hidden key to your energy, mood, and metabolism. What you eat may be making or breaking it. In this episode of The Exam Room Podcast…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeFormer CDC Director Reveals The Formula for Better Health | Dr. Tom Frieden
Former CDC Director Dr. Tom Frieden joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast to reveal The Formula for Better Health: How to Save Millions of Lives…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeShe Healed Thyroid Cancer Naturally with a Plant-Based Diet | Dr. Ruby Lathon
What happens when a systems engineer is told she has cancer—but refuses to accept that medication and surgery are her only options? In this inspiring episode…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeGut Health: The Truth About Low-Carb Diets | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
Are low-carb diets good or bad for your gut health? In this episode of The Exam Room Podcast, Chuck Carroll is joined by gastroenterologist and gut health…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow to Lower Cholesterol Naturally with Food | Dr. Michael Greger
Can you really lower cholesterol with food? Dr. Michael Greger joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast to reveal the simple, science-backed foods and…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeBreast Cancer: 6 Ways Every Woman Can Lower Risk | Dr. Kristi Funk
Breast cancer prevention is possible, and the latest science is showing exactly how. On this episode of The Exam Room Podcast, host Chuck Carroll sits down…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeEating to Beat Cancer: What to Know | Dr. Urvi Shah
What if food could help you fight cancer? New research suggests that diet can play a role in improving outcomes for cancer patients, even slowing the…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteePotatoes and Weight Loss: Surprising Research | Dr. Hana Kahleova
There is no reason to fear potatoes ... even if you have diabetes or want to lose weight. Dr. Hana Kahleova breaks down the latest research on this humble…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeAncient Wisdom for Modern Health: Age Like a Yogi | Victoria Moran
What if the secret to aging well isn't just what you eat, but how you take care of your body and soul? Victoria Moran grew up as a "fat kid" and struggled with…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeSenior Health: How To Age Well After 65 | Dr. Neal Barnard
Physical and mental decline isn't inevitable. Even into your elder years, you have the power to improve your health, and age well. In this empowering episode…
The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee74-Year-Old Has Never Eaten Meat: What's Mark Huberman's Secret?
How long have you been plant-based? Chances are, not as long as Mark Huberman. The director of the National Health Association has spent his entire 74 years as…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow To Stop Eating Like Trash and Feel Better | Dr. Neal Barnard
Tired. Bloated. Stuck in the cycle of "I'll start next week." Quitting junk food sounds simple, but in practice it's one of the hardest habits to break. Dr…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow I Lost 150 Pounds: Breaking Free From Food Addiction & Binge Eating
What does it take to break free from food addiction and binge eating? Tania Lyon knows firsthand. For decades, she struggled with morbid obesity, disordered…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThis Is What I Think of Ultra Processed Foods: Dr. Chris Gardner
Nutrition scientist Dr. Christopher Gardner is at the forefront of the debate on ultra processed foods (UPFs). Some experts say you should avoid them entirely…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow a Vegan Diet Could Still Raise Cholesterol | Dr. Kim Williams
You're eating a vegan diet. You're exercising. If you're doing everything "right" but your cholesterol is still high, don't miss this episode of The Exam Room…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThe Foods That Help You Live To 100 | Dan Buettner on Blue Zones
Do you eat like a centenarian? Dan Buettner, Blue Zones researcher and longevity expert, shares the powerful foods that keep the longest-living people healthy…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeWhat to Eat for a Better Sleep | Dr. Csilla Veress
Sleep, nutrition, and fasting are more connected than most people realize. Dr. Csilla Veress from TrueNorth Health shares how plant-based foods rich in…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThe 7 Most Powerful Inflammation Fighting Foods | Cyrus Khambatta, PhD
This is the stuff they never taught you in science class. Diabetes expert Cyrus Khambatta dives into the science of cellular energy, and how it impacts…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeReduce Inflammation with These Foods | Drs. Will Bulsiewicz and Gemma Newman
Chronic inflammation is on the rise, and behind an alarming number of health issues -- everything from depression to allergies to Crohn's disease. And the path…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeTop Doctors on Longevity, Healing and What Whole Food Plant Based Means | Fuhrman, Grega, Esser
Three leading voices in lifestyle medicine, Dr. Joel Fuhrman, Dr. Meagan Grega, and Dr. Stephan Esser, take the stage with Chuck Carroll at the National Health…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThis Cardiologist Eats 90 Grams of Fiber a Day—Here's Why
Fiber might just be the best defense against heart disease -- and you're probably not getting enough (even if you're plant-based). Cardiologist Dr. Danielle…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeCan Eggs Really Lower Cholesterol? | Dr. Neal Barnard
Saturated fat -- not eggs -- is the key culprit behind high LDL cholesterol, which can lead to cardiovascular disease And in fact, a diet low in saturated fat…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeFiber For Beginners: How to Get Started Fast
We're talking F-words on the show today! That's right: Fiber! From gut health to glucose control, fiber is the unsung hero of your diet. Registered Nurse and…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow Food Helped My Neurodiverse Family
Katherine Lawrence shares her experience of how certain foods helped her son feel calm, focused, and in control. Katherine joins Chuck Carroll to share her…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeDoctor's List of Healthy Processed Foods | Dr. Neal Barnard
Are processed foods unhealthy? A new study suggests we're divided on how to answer that question. Dr. Neal Barnard of the Physicians Committee for Responsible…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHer Health Was Failing. Then She Found Macrobiotics.
At 19, Marisa was told her colon might need to be removed to heal her ulcerative colitis. At 29, she was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. But today, she's…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeSTOP Drinking Soda. Your Gut Will Thank You. | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
We know that kombucha is better for you than soda, right? But just how differently do these two beverages affect the gut? When you choose a ginger kombucha…
The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee5 Powerful Habits for Staying Healthy in a Junk Food World
How do you stick to healthy eating when there's a fast food restaurant on every corner and healthy options are hard to come by. Brenda Workman knows the…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeBest and Worst Foods for Sleep: Dr. Barnard's Science-Backed Rules
New research reveals that what you eat during the day directly impacts how well you sleep at night — and it's not what you think. Dr. Neal Barnard breaks down…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThe Hidden Psychology Behind a Plant-Based Diet
Can changing your diet change your life? This psychologist says yes, and in ways you don't expect. Angela Crawford studied 350 vegans around the world and…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeStrength Train and Live Longer at Any Age or Fitness Level
Can you eat your way to a longer life? A healthy diet helps — but it's not the whole story. Dr. Roxie Becker says strength training plays an underrated but…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeBest Ways to Remove Microplastics From Your System
There may be a plastic spoon's worth of microplastics in your brain. And if you have dementia? Research suggests you might have even more. So how are these…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeOne Type of Food Linked to 32 Diseases: How to Avoid It with Dr. Neal Barnard
Ultraprocessed foods are everywhere — and a lot of them are making us sick! These industrially processed foods are being linked to 32 different diseases…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeWant to Live Longer? Fix This First (It's Not Diet or Exercise)
What if your mindset mattered more than your meals? Dr. Amit Sood explores the science of loneliness, the biology of connection, and how your self-worth…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeReversing Heart Disease: A Cardiologist's Radical Approach to Healing | Remembering Dr. Baxter Montgomery
Can you reverse heart disease — even after doctors have written you off as a lost cause? What if your heart failure was so bad, you were considered too sick…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeCan Your Diet Help You Survive Cancer?
A healthy diet is even more important for patients who have already been diagnosed with cancer. Alison Tierney — a dietician who supports cancer patients with…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeGut-Skin Axis: Can Gut Problems Cause Skin Cancer? | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
Can your gut health affect your skin—and even your risk of cancer? After years of struggling with debilitating gut issues and extreme weight loss, Chuck…