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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 CommitteeOzempic: Alternatives, Side Effects, and Benefits | Dr. Michael Greger
Millions are searching for an alternative to Ozempic. Why? Besides cost being an issue, the side effects can be unbearable. Most people only stay on the weight…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeSickness With a Side of Fries: The SAD State of U.S. Hospitals | Dr. Roxanne Becker
Americans say there is no place for the likes of McDonald's and Chick-fil-A in hospitals. The giants of fast food are serving greasy, fatty, artery-clogging…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow to Get Someone to Go Vegan | Catherine Perez
Have you ever tried to get someone to eat a vegan meal? It can lead to blank stares, immediate pushback, arguments, and worse. But there is a way to encourage…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeMore Flavonoids Means Less Dementia | Dr. Neal Barnard
Studies show that flavonoids are packed with compounds that lower the risk of dementia as we age. Dr. Neal Barnard goes inside the groundbreaking study on this…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeClean Food Dirty Girl | Molly Patrick
Molly Patrick is a self-described dirty girl who loves to eat clean. Her path to healthy living is unique to say the least, but it has also helped her…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeMassive Weight Loss, Massive Microbiome Changes | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
The microbiome undergoes a radical transformation during massive weight loss. The result has a profound impact on your health. Dr. Will Bulsiewicz…
The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee72% of Women Don't Know This Prevents Breast Cancer | Dr. Kristi Funk
Only about 1 in 4 women are aware of a change they can make that lowers their risk of breast cancer. And it's simple. Half of all breast cancer cases are…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeFoods That Make You Happy, Foods That Make You Sad | Dr. Neal Barnard
Food can have a huge influence on your mood. Some foods can make you happy while others can often contribute to sadness and depression. Discover the foods than…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeDoctor's Advice: What to Do When Your Gut Is Sick | Dr. Alan Desmond
A doctor gives advice to patients whose gut and digestive issues are destroying their quality of life. Dr. Alan Desmond walks patients through the best way to…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeFoods That Reduce Pain and Inflammation | Dr. Nabiha Gill
There are foods that can help lower inflammation and chronic pain in the body. These powerful foods can work to soothe the swollen and inflamed joints and…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeSeed Oils: Healthy or Not? | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
The pros and cons of seed oils for your health come into focus. Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, gastroenterologist and bestselling author of Fiber Fueled, goes in depth…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeOne Twin Goes Vegan, One Does Not: 8 Weeks, Big Results | Dr. Christopher Gardner
The premise: 22 sets of healthy twins are put to the test. One identical twin begins to eat an entirely plant-based diet while their sibling eats a meaty…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeShe Overcame POTS, EDS, and MCAS After Changing Her Diet | Molly Gibson
Molly Gibson is thriving once again after overcoming three debilitating illnesses. In high school, her life was derailed by postural tachycardia syndrome…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeMultivitamins May Not Be as Healthy as You Think | Dr. Neal Barnard
Multivitamins are thought to be great additions to your diet, but research shows the opposite may be true. In fact, one study finds a multivitamin may increase…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeOlive Oil Overhyped? Expert Study Finally Reveals The Answer | Dr. Monica Aggarwal
The truth about olive oil and your health is becoming clear. The results of a well-designed randomized clinical trial yield the answer to a puzzling question…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeDesserts Naturally Sweetened with Fruit: Sugar Free, No Guilt! | Chef AJ
Learn how to make delicious desserts using fruit and not sugar! This can be done for everything from brownies to cakes to cookies to pies and ice cream. This…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeRanking Processed Foods: Healthiest and Most Harmful | Hana Kahleova, MD, PhD
Not all processed foods are created equally. Some lower the risk of diseases such as type 2 diabetes. Dr. Hana Kahleova ranks the best and worst processed…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThis Food Causes Cancer And We Eat A Lot Of It | Dr. Neal Barnard
One of the most popular foods in the world is causing cancer. The average American eats almost 60 pounds of it every year. Red meat. Whether it's a hamburger…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeErectile Dysfuntion: Easy Solution to Hard Problem | Dr. Rob Ostfeld
A middle-aged man was able to fully reverse erectile dysfunction after decades by changing his diet. We present the remarkable case and the foods that help ED…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeControlling Blood Sugar With Diet | Brian Carlsen, MD, and Lauren Plunkett, RDN
Discover how a plant-based diet can benefit people with type 1 diabetes. Dr. Brian Carlsen of the Mayo Clinic and dietitian Lauren Plunkett from Mastering…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeFighting Heart Disease The PlantStrong Way | Rip Esselstyn
The leading cause of death in the United States is heart disease. But it's still viewed as manly and macho to eat foods that can send you to an early grave. It…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeOlive Oil: New Concerns Arise | Dr. Neal Barnard
Is olive oil unhealthy? A new study analyzes whole food, plant-based diets with and without olive oil and how they affect the heart and cardiometabolic risk…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeFake Meat vs. Real Meat: Major Nutrition Comparison From 50 Years of Research | Dr. Matt Nagra
This is a full nutritional comparison between fake and real meat. How do chicken, pork, and steak impact the risk of heart disease compared to plant-based meat…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeWhat Foods Have the Most Water? | Dr. Neal Barnard Q&A
Eat your way to hydration and quench your thirst. Dr. Neal Barnard reveals some of the most hydrating foods you can eat when he joins "The Weight Loss…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHuh? Fat From Milk Doesn't Count?! | Dr. Yami and Andrew Binovi
Fat in milk does not count. That's great news for dairy lovers! Unfortunately, it's simply not true and the science just doesn't add up. Yet, that is the…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeBest Foods for Acne: Gut-Based Approach for Skin Health | Dr. Robynne Chutkan
A poor diet can destroy healthy skin, but a good diet can bring a flawless complexion right back. That is the key to Dr. Robynne Chutkan's gut-based approach…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeNatural Help For Depression: Causes and Treatments | Dr. Eddie Ramirez
Learn the best foods and natural ways to help with depression and mental illness. More than one in five adults in the U.S. are living with a mental illness…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteePersonalized Nutrition: Your Own Diet For Optimal Health | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
Eating a personally crafted diet can lower your risk of chronic diseases, according to some research. Explore personalized nutrition with New York Times…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeFinding Purpose In Prison: Healthier Body and Mind | Alana Moor
One mistake would change Alana Moor's life forever. She was sentenced to 4.5 years in prison in a foreign country that was thousands of miles from her home and…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow To Reverse Diabetes: Lessons From The Marshall Islands | Brenda Davis, RN
Imagine a place where the average lifespan is shockingly low and the rates of diabetes and heart disease are sky-high. Now, imagine what would happen if the…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeMiracle Doc Survives Near Death Experience, Terminal Cancer, Heart Transplant | Dr. Dawn Mussallem
Dr. Dawn Mussallem was clinically dead for four minutes. Her heart stopped beating in a room full of other doctors. The fact that she came back to life is a…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeRedefining Processed Food | Dr. Neal Barnard Q&A
Processed foods are more than Doritos, Oreos, frozen dinners, and mind-numbing amounts of breakfast cereals to choose from. Chicken breasts, steaks, and other…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeLifesaving Potential of Fasting | Dr. Alan Goldhamer
Fasting is a powerful tool in fighting multiple diseases. Dr. Alan Goldhamer explains how the body is often able to overcome chronic health challenges by…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeBasketball Legend Goes Vegan to Live Another 60 Years, Inspire Others | John Salley
John Salley was one of the bad boys of the NBA and one of the stars of the Bad Boys movie franchise. But he's also doing good things to improve his health and…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeAre You an Impactful Vegan? Insights From a Best-Selling Author | Robert Cheeke
Robert Cheeke is a New York Times bestselling author and champion vegan bodybuilder who joins us to discuss what it means to be an impactful vegan. In this…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeSalt and the Microbiome: How Sodium Affects Gut Health | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
While we often link excess salt intake to heart disease and high blood pressure, the damage to the gut and microbiome is not to be overlooked. Join Chuck…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeWhat to Eat to Reduce Injury and Recover Faster | Dr. Stephan Esser
Dr. Stephan Esser, a distinguished sports medicine specialist, brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to plant-based living. Trained at Harvard…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeStrength and Recovery Secrets of a UFC Hall of Famer | Rashad Evans
Rashad Evans is a UFC Hall of Famer, MMA legend, and now a health advocate. He has embarked on a journey of transformation that is nothing short of inspiring…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeBest Foods for Kidney Health and Function | Dr. Neal Barnard Q&A
Your kidneys need good fuel to function at their best. The best foods for kidney health are revealed by Dr. Neal Barnard as he joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteePlants Saved His Life: One Determined Vegan | Kelley Gilberry
Plants didn't just change Kelley Gilberry's life. They saved his life. He was overweight, battling heart disease, and struggled with high blood sugar, too. But…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeWhat to Eat for Clear Skin | Dr. Suzanne Bruce
Acne, dry skin, rosacea, blemishes, and other skin conditions can often improve by eating different foods. Dr. Suzanne Bruce, a double board-certified…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeSupermodel Survives Stroke, Makes Big Change for Health | Robyn Lawley | Exam Room Podcast
Robyn Lawley is a gorgeous supermodel. She is also a stroke survivor. Her flawless beauty has been showcased on the cover countless magazines and glamorous…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeBird Flu: Is Your Milk Safe? | Dr. Neal Barnard Q&A
The bird flu outbreak is infecting thousands of cows across the country. Is your milk safe to drink? The virus has already been discovered in many milk samples…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHe Reversed Heart Disease, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, & High Cholesterol | Shane Martin
Shane Martin is a talented man. Some say the talented musician and kitchen whiz is also a health genius. Just weeks shy of his 40th birthday he set on an epic…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeConstipation! Foods That Help | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Live Q&A
Certain foods have a natural ability to relieve constipation. What foods help constipation the most? Find out when gastroenterologist and bestselling author…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeAge Defying! 61-Year-Old Riding From New York to Chicago | Kirk Charles
The man is 61 years old and showing no signs of slowing down! Kirk Charles is riding his bike more than 1,000 miles from New York City to Chicago. His…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeAutoimmune Diseases: Foods That Help | Dr. Neal Barnard | Exam Room LIVE
What foods can help autoimmune diseases? Explore the connection between diet and autoimmune diseases with Dr. Neal Barnard on The Exam Room LIVE. On the Show -…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeType 1 Diabetes: Reduce Insulin Needs Naturally With Food | Dr. Hana Kahleova
A plant-based diet that is low in fat may decrease the amount of insulin needed by people with type 1 diabetes, according to a breakthrough study. Lead…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeTrue or False: Vegan Diet Fact Check | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
Eating a vegan diet will negatively alter your DNA and destroy your health. That is a claim circulating and widely believed to be true although research shows…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeAddicted to Drugs, Alcohol, and Food, Now a Health Hero | Tim Kaufman
Tim Kaufman was a triple addict. Alcohol and drug abuse combined with binge eating nearly claimed his life. Of the three deadly vices, it was food that had its…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHeart Disease: 5 Studies You Need to Know | Dr. Columbus Batiste
Five studies on heart disease are analyzed by board-certified interventional cardiologist Dr. Columbus Batiste. - Fasting: Can time-restricted eating actually…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeLongevity: Foods That Add Years To Your Life | Dr. Michael Greger Live In Toronto
Adding years to your life could be as easy as choosing the right foods at your next meal. Unlock the secrets to longevity with Dr. Michael Greger best-selling…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHistamine Intolerance: Causes and Foods That Help | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Live Q&A
Histamine can build up in your body if you are unable to break it down properly. There are certain foods that trigger the release of histamine while others…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeZero-Waste Recipes: Food Scraps Become Delicious Treats | Carleigh Bodrug
Carleigh Bodrug is the queen of creating delicious recipes from foods scraps. She breathes new life into everything from wilted greens to coffee grounds. On…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteePower Foods Diet: Permanent Weight Loss Solution | LIVE From Washington, D.C.
Power foods are scientifically proven to help you lose weight and keep it off permanently. The frustrating days of going up and down the scale will be gone for…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeFit Vegan: Build Muscles and a New Life | Maxime Sigouin
How can you become a fit vegan? The world's top whole food, plant-based body recomposition coach Maxime Sigouin shares how. He transformed into a shredded…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeMetabolism Destroyed? Get It Back With Dr. Neal Barnard
Think your metabolism will be slow forever? Think again. Dr. Neal Barnard explains the natural metabolism boosting power of certain foods and how to put it to…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeAllergy-Free Recipes: Delicious Ideas and a Moving Story | Kayla Cappiello
The queen of healthy allergy-free recipes joins The Exam Room with delicious and safe recipes that anyone can enjoy. Kayla Cappiello specializes in recipes…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow To Make Weight Loss A Lot Easier | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
Weight loss is hard, but it can be much easier. Dr. Neal Barnard shares the best ways to boost metabolism and put food to work for you to shed unwanted pounds…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeDoctor's Painful Gout Gone in Weeks! | Dr. Richard Schmidt
A doctor was able to stop crippling gout that haunted him for years within a matter of weeks. The painful flare-ups vanished quickly and never returned. What…