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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 CommitteeExam Room LIVE in New York with Rip Esselstyn and Drs. Neal Barnard, Michelle McMacken, and Rob Ostfeld
Rip Esselstyn, Dr. Neal Barnard, Dr. Rob Ostfeld, and Dr. Michelle McMacken team up with "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll for an empowering night of…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeDoes Sugar Cause Kidney Stones? | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
Does sugar cause kidney stones? A study finds people who get 25% of calories from foods with added sugar like cake and soda are at higher risk developing them…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeNew View of Protein: "We've Been Looking At It All Wrong" | Dr. David Katz
When it comes to protein, we've been looking at it all wrong. It's time to think about it in a profoundly different way. Protein expert Dr. David Katz, who is…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeEating to Save Your Life: High-Risk Cardiovascular Disease | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
The power of food is extraordinary. Every 33 seconds in the U.S. someone will die of cardiovascular disease, but you do not have to be a statistic. For the…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeObesity Is a Disease Like Any Other, But Should It Be Treated Differently? | Dr. Jamie Kane
Obesity is a disease that is becoming increasingly difficult to treat. Unlike other diseases, the path to treatment isn't as clear with obesity numbers…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow Much Salt Is Too Much Salt? | Dr. Jim Loomis Live Q&A
How much salt should you be eating? Most of us are eating way more than we should, and the sodium-rich diet can spell disaster for your health. Dr. Jim Loomis…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeBiggest Health Discoveries of 2023 | Dr. Andrew Freeman
Learn about the biggest health studies of 2023. Research on how to live healthier, live longer, and potentially dramatically reduce the amount of medication…
The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee5 Foods and Tips For Preventing Alzheimer's | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
Learn the best foods to help with Alzheimer's disease as Dr. Neal Barnard joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room. Alzheimer's disease…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHealth Benefits of Sprouts: Nature's Superfood | Doug Evans
Sprouts are incredibly nutrient dense and a nearly unrivaled superfood. They also happen to be incredibly inexpensive! Discover the health benefits they can…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow Many Different Foods Do You Need to Eat? | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Live Q&A
Discover how many different foods you should eat each week to be as healthy as possible. Hear from gut health expert Dr. Will Bulsiewicz on the number and the…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeDoctor's Shocking Decision Leads to One Incredible Book | Dr. Brooke Bussard
A doctor on the fast track to success shockingly decides to walk away and make a massive career shift. Her frustrations were boiling over because her patients…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeFat: What's Healthy? What's Bad? How Much? | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
Learn what fats are healthy, what fats are bad, and how much fat you need when Dr. Neal Barnard joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeIBD: Foods for Healing Naturally with Dr. Robynne Chutkan | Exam Room LIVE
What foods help IBD? Dr. Robynne Chutkan, an integrative gastroenterologist, author, and microbiome expert, shares a natural approach to treating the disorder…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeLiving Longer, Healthier, and Happier Than Ever | Drs. Alona Pulde and Matthew Lederman
Living longer isn't always about genetics. You have more control over your ability to live well into your golden years than you think. The secret to hitting…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeDiet vs. Wegovy & Ozempic Revisited: Risks and Alternatives | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
The side effects of weight loss drugs are discussed. Do the risks outweigh the potential benefits? And how effective are medications such as Wegovy and Ozempic…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeFalling In and Out and Back In Love with Cooking | Chef Lauren Kretzer
I keep on falling in and out of love with cooking. How about you? Whether it's an ultra-busy life or the convenience of ultra-processed food, sometimes we just…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeMaximizing Nutrients and Losing 100 Pounds in 40 Days | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Live Q&A
Discover how to maximize the nutrients in every food you eat! Unleash the power of lycopene from tomatoes and carotenoids from carrots and broccoli like never…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeKitchen Prescription For MS: Pharmacist Turned Farmacist | Ashley Madden
A pharmacist turned to food to help improve multiple sclerosis. After years of painful injections Ashley Madden began eating a plant-based diet and the results…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeSalt or Fat: Which Is The Bigger Concern? | Dr. Robert Ostfeld Live Q&A
A cardiologist discusses whether salt or fat is the bigger concern for your health. The average person is eating way too much of both, so which is doing the…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeAging and Hot Flashes: Surprising Cause and Finding Relief | Dr. Hana Kahleova
A compound that can impact the aging process also seems to affect the severity of hot flashes. Advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) are often overlooked, but…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeDecoding Diet and Cancer: Best Foods For Prevention | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
Discover how to cut your risk of cancer in half by unleashing the power of nutrition. What are the best cancer-fighting foods and nutrients? Dr. Neal Barnard…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHeal with Each Meal: A Gut Health Exploration | Dahlia and James Marin
A husband and wife dietitian duo specializing in gut health show how to heal with each meal. Antinutrients, prebiotics and probiotics, the least talked about…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeStudent Sues Her School Over Milk: "I Believe This Is Wrong"
A teen in Los Angeles is suing her school, her principal, and the USDA because she's being muzzled over milk! School officials told Marielle Williamson that…
The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee5 Nutrients Vegans Should Watch | Dietitian Stephanie McBurnett
Learn about five nutrients anyone eating a plant-based diet may want to keep a close eye on. They play a crucial role in maintaining a strong immune system…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHealing Endometriosis with Food: A Chef's Incredible Recovery | Chef Bai
A chef with endometriosis was able to overcome her symptoms and reverse her condition by putting her culinary skills to work to heal with food. Chef Bai was…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeDoctor's Best Diets for Heart Health | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
The best diets for heart health go under the microscope. Dr. Neal Barnard discusses the American Heart Association's heart-healthy diet rankings and shares his…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeReversing IBS: New Diet Changed Her Life | Hannah Sunderani
She was told she would have to live with irritable bowel syndrome for the rest of her life. Then Hannah Sunderani decided to take her health into her own hands…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeResetting Your Gut After Antibiotics | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
Learn how to reset your gut after taking antibiotics with world-renowned gastroenterologist Dr. Will Bulsiewicz. Discover the best methods, healthiest foods…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeDiabetes Facts: Best Diet to Lower Blood Sugar | Dr. Hana Kahleova
A diabetes expert answers two important questions: What diet is best for treating diabetes? And how can you tell whether the advice about diabetes you've seen…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeOvercoming Binge and Emotional Eating | Dr. Vanita Rahman and Karen Smith, RD
Let's change the way we eat. Let's change the way we live. Doctor Vanita Rahman and dietitian Karen Smith share the impressive power we have to overcome binge…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThe Exam Room LIVE in LA: Fighting Disease, Celebrating Health and 12 Million Downloads
Our biggest episode ever shows how to fight chronic diseases with food while celebrating a major milestone in front of a sold-out crowd in Los Angeles! The…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeIs Chicken Better Than Beef? + Dr. Neal Barnard and CarbonWork's Song "Nemesis"
Is white meat really healthier than red meat? Find out whether chicken and turkey are better options than beef and pork when Dr. Neal Barnard gives a full…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeNondairy vs. Cow's Milk: Micros, Macros, and Your Health | Dr. Anna Herby
A comprehensive nutritional analysis of traditional dairy and nondairy milks to determine which is healthiest. Four varieties of cow's milk and seven…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeTop Anti-Inflammatory Foods and How They Work | The Doc & Chef Live Q&A
Learn the best anti-inflammatory foods as Dr. Jim Loomis and chef Caryn Dugan join "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Live. Inflammation…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeEx-Butcher's Advice for Going Vegan | "Bad Ass Vegan" John Lewis
A former butcher has advice for going vegan — especially the first 30 days! John "Bad Ass Vegan" Lewis joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHealthy Salt Substitutes | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
Want to cut salt out of your diet? Here are five healthy salt substitutes that are packed with flavor and won't leave your food tasting bland. The average…
The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee20 Failed Diets, 1 Big Change, 70 Pounds Lost Forever | Plantiful Kiki
She tried 20 different diets before finally finding one that worked. She's now 70 pounds lighter and looks and feels healthier than ever. And she's eating an…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHealthy Gut Secrets Unlocked: Probiotics & Beyond | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Live Q&A
The secrets to boosting your gut health are revealed by Dr. Will Bulsiewicz. Find out how to maximize the power of your microbiome when he joins "The Weight…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeFood Addiction: Genetics, Cheat Days, Most Addictive, and More | Dr. Ashley Gearhardt
Could your genes have you wired to be addicted to food? Or is it the food itself that makes it so easy to overeat? "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll…
The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee5 Foods for Strong Bones | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
Being vegan doesn't mean having weak bones! Here is what anyone can eat on a plant-based diet to build bones that are rock solid! Dr. Neal Barnard has his top…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeProtein Masterclass: Best and Healthiest Sources | Dr. Matthew Nagra
Learn about different sources of protein and which are the healthiest and highest quality. Discover whether you absorb protein differently depending on where…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeBan Junk Food? Controversial Approach Gains Popularity | Dr. Gemma Newman Live Q&A
What would happen if junk food were banned? Life expectancy is dropping and more than half the world is expected to be overweight by 2035. Many say it is time…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThe Future of Treating Heart Disease | Dr. Baxter Montgomery
Discover why this innovative approach to treating heart disease is believed to be the future of medicine. No matter how sick the patient is, Dr. Baxter…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeLow-Carb Means High Risk of Heart Attack | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
A low-carb diet can roughly double your risk of having a major cardiovascular event, including a heart attack! Dr. Neal Barnard discusses a major study showing…
The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee5 C's of Cooking: How to Get Kids Excited About Eating Plant-Based | Chef Rebecca Johnson
Kids can learn to love cooking even if it's something healthy! Learning the 5 C's of Cooking is essential for any parent who wants to get their children…
The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee5 Easy Ways to Get More Fiber | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Live Q&A
This is how to easily add fiber to your diet! Did you know that just 5% of us are eating enough? And making sure you're eating enough fiber doesn't mean making…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeCut Your Grocery Bill in Half: Healthy Eating Hacks! | Toni Okamoto From Plant-Based on a Budget
Save a ton of money and eat healthier than ever with these tips from the delicious mastermind of Plant-Based on a Budget! Toni Okamoto joins "The Weight Loss…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeArtificial Sweeteners: Which Are Healthy, Which Are Deadly? | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
A popular zero-calorie sweetener could prove deadly. Dr. Neal Barnard discusses erythritol and research showing that the cost of saving calories could be your…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHeart of a Survivor: Near Death to Eating to Live | Tony and Rachel Schiera
Tony Schiera was more than 700 miles into a 1,000-mile-long bicycle ride from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C., with his wife Rachel when tragedy nearly…
The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee3 Habits to Prevent a Heart Attack | Dr. Kim Williams
A leading cardiologist gives three habits you should establish to improve the health of your heart. At least four out of five heart disease cases could be…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeCardiologist's Inexpensive Heart-Healthy Diet For Everyone | Dr. Columbus Batiste
Discover a premium heart-healthy diet that costs just pennies. Cardiologist Dr. Columbus Batiste reveals how to shop for healthy foods without breaking the…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeEggs Exposed: Serious Health Concerns Ignored | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
Are eggs healthy? Do they raise cholesterol? The truth about one of the most popular foods in the world is coming to light and will put an end to one of the…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeThe Doctor Who Defeated MS | Dr. Sam Gartland
A physician went from collapsing and unable to walk at one point to remarkably reversing multiple sclerosis. Dr. Sam Gartland chose not to rely exclusively on…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow Microbiome Affects Happiness: A Gut Feeling | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Live Q&A
Having a healthy gut microbiome could lead to better mental health and happiness. Research shows that certain foods tend to produce intestinal bacteria that…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeCan Vegan Diet Help Beat Drug and Alcohol Addiction? | Adam Sud and Tara Kemp, PhD
Is it possible for diet changes to help someone recovering from drug or alcohol abuse? A recovering addict teamed with researchers to find out. Adam Sud has…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow to Live Longer: Foods That Add Years to Your Life | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
You can live longer than the average person. Discover how. The average man in America will only live to be 73 years old, while the average woman will reach 79…
The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee5 Steps for Meat Lovers to Go Vegan | Stephanie McBurnett, RDN
Did you know the average American eats nearly 300 pounds of meat every year, according to some estimates? That can make the idea of going on a vegan diet seem…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHow to Stop Bloating: Expert Tips with Dr. Alan Desmond | Health All-Stars Series
Bloating stinks! Here are tips that can help from a gastroenterologist. Bloating and gas can be uncomfortable, painful, and ruin your day. But there are some…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeHero Doc's 3 Foods to Heal Your Heart | Dr. Steve Lome
Millions of Americans have heart disease. These foods greatly reduce your risk of becoming one of them and possibly even help reverse the disease if you…
The Exam Room by the Physicians CommitteeWeight Loss Drugs or Diet: What Works Best? | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
Weight loss drugs are exploding in popularity with millions turning to them in hopes of improving their health and finally losing the pounds that only seem to…