The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee

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 episode of The Exam Room Podcast, we explore: - How small changes can lead to massive positive impacts - Actionable advice on leveraging skills and resources to promote effective vegan altruism - The inspiring story and mission behind his latest book, "The Impactful Vegan"   Join host Chuck Carroll, "The Weight Loss Champion," and Robert Cheeke for a conversation that goes beyond muscles and dives deep into making a lasting difference.   Don't miss this heartfelt discussion that will inspire you to think differently about your choices and their influence on the world.  — — SHOW LINKS — — Robert Cheeke Impactful Vegan Book: https://a.co/d/9DKTDsz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robert.cheeke Facebook: https://bit.ly/RCheekeFB — — EVENTS — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC — Grand Hyatt Date: August 15-17 Who: Drs. Neal Barnard, Dean Ornish, Alan Desmond, Gemma Newman, Jim Loomis, Thomas Campbell, Kristi Funk, and more! Tickets: https://www.pcrm.org/icnm — — — National Health Association Conference Where: Online Date: June 27-30 Who: Drs. Neal Barnard, Caldwell Esselstyn, Joel Fuhrman, Alan Goldhamer, Stephan Esser. Plus, Chuck Carroll, Ann and Jane Esselstyn, and more! Tickets: https://bit.ly/NHAConf2024 — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC X: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org X: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — - Exclusive early access to select interviews - Pre-sale opportunities for live event tickets - Exclusive live online events VIP sign up: https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — SUBSCRIBE & SHARE — — 5-Star Success: Share Your Story Apple: https://apple.co/2JXBkpy​​ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2pMLoY3 Please subscribe and give the show a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or many other podcast providers. Don’t forget to share it with a friend for inspiration!

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 Carroll and the master of gut health, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, MD, MSCI, for a deep dive into the impact of sodium on your microbiome.   Tune in to discover: - How excessive salt intake can disrupt your gut bacteria and cause a host of health issues. - The effects of high-sodium diets on gut bacteria. - The role of potassium-rich foods in balancing sodium levels. - Tips to help you navigate the sodium minefield in everyday foods. - How to reduce salt without sacrificing flavor. - Dr. B’s exciting announcement about his supplement company, 38Tera.   Don't miss this enlightening conversation that could change the way you think about salt and your health! — — SHOW LINKS — — Dr. Will Bulsiewicz 38Tera: https://38tera.com Online courses: https://theplantfedgut.com Fiber Fueled Cookbook: https://amzn.to/34y6GQP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd — — — Feast & Fallow Website: https://feastandfallow.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feastandfallowcafe — — EVENTS — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC — Grand Hyatt Date: August 15-17 Who: Drs. Neal Barnard, Dean Ornish, Alan Desmond, Gemma Newman, Jim Loomis, Thomas Campbell, Kristi Funk, and more! Tickets: https://www.pcrm.org/icnm — — — National Health Association Conference Where: Online Date: June 27-30 Who: Drs. Neal Barnard, Caldwell Esselstyn, Joel Fuhrman, Alan Goldhamer, Stephan Esser. Plus, Chuck Carroll, Ann and Jane Esselstyn, and more! Tickets: https://bit.ly/NHAConf2024 — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC X: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org X: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — - Exclusive early access to select interviews - Pre-sale opportunities for live event tickets - Exclusive live online events VIP sign up: https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — SUBSCRIBE & SHARE — — 5-Star Success: Share Your Story Apple: https://apple.co/2JXBkpy​​ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2pMLoY3 Please subscribe and give the show a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or many other podcast providers. Don’t forget to share it with a friend for inspiration!

Dr. Stephan Esser, a distinguished sports medicine specialist, brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to plant-based living.   Trained at Harvard and the Mayo Clinic, Dr. Esser has served as the team physician for the University of North Florida's Division I athletics and now runs a sports and lifestyle medicine practice. Beyond his professional credentials, he also has experience as a top-ranked tennis player, giving him a personal understanding of the demands of high-level athletic performance.   In this episode of The Exam Room, Dr. Esser sits down with host Chuck Carroll, "The Weight Loss Champion," to explore: - His personal journey as a fourth-generation plant-based eater - The connection between plant-based nutrition and athletic performance - Key nutrition tips for athletes to prevent injuries, reduce inflammation, and boost recovery   Dr. Esser also shares transformative stories from his practice, highlighting the profound impact of nutrition on athletic performance and overall health.   Join us for this enlightening discussion on how a plant-based diet can help you achieve peak health and performance. — — SHOW LINKS — — Dr. Stephan Esser Website: https://esserhealth.com Website: https://essersports.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esserhealth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EsserHealth — — EVENTS — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC — Grand Hyatt Date: August 15-17 Who: Drs. Neal Barnard, Dean Ornish, Alan Desmond, Gemma Newman, Jim Loomis, Thomas Campbell, Kristi Funk, and more! Tickets: https://www.pcrm.org/icnm — — — National Health Association Conference Where: Online Date: June 27-30 Who: Drs. Neal Barnard, Caldwell Esselstyn, Joel Fuhrman, Alan Goldhamer, Stephan Esser. Plus, Chuck Carroll, Ann and Jane Esselstyn, and more! Tickets: https://bit.ly/NHAConf2024 — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC X: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org X: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — - Exclusive early access to select interviews - Pre-sale opportunities for live event tickets - Exclusive live online events VIP sign up: https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — SUBSCRIBE & SHARE — — 5-Star Success: Share Your Story Apple: https://apple.co/2JXBkpy​​ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2pMLoY3 Please subscribe and give the show a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or many other podcast providers. Don’t forget to share it with a friend for inspiration!

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.   Rashad joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room to discuss how transitioning to a plant-based diet has enhanced his training program and generated faster recovery times.   In this episode, you'll hear Rashad's insights on: - How a plant-based diet transformed his athletic performance - The surprising role mushrooms play in his health regimen - His newfound passion for plant-based cooking and favorite go-to meals   Rashad also shares details about his latest venture, Umbo, and how functional mushrooms are making a difference for athletes and health enthusiasts alike.   Tune into this episode if you're curious about how diet changes can lead to enhanced health and athletic gains. It is an inspiring conversation that could change the way you think about nutrition and wellness. — — SHOW LINKS — — Rashad Evans Umbo: https://getumbo.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getumbo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sugarashadevans X: https://twitter.com/SugaRashadEvans — — EVENTS — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC — Grand Hyatt Date: August 15-17 Who: Drs. Neal Barnard, Dean Ornish, Alan Desmond, Gemma Newman, Jim Loomis, Thomas Campbell, Kristi Funk, and more! — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC X: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org X: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — - Exclusive early access to select interviews - Pre-sale opportunities for live event tickets - Exclusive live online events VIP sign up: https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — SUBSCRIBE & SHARE — — 5-Star Success: Share Your Story Apple: https://apple.co/2JXBkpy​​ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2pMLoY3 Please subscribe and give the show a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or many other podcast providers. Don’t forget to share it with a friend for inspiration!

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 Room Podcast.   Topics Discussed - Top foods for kidneys - Worst foods for kidneys - Most important nutrients for kidneys - Healthiest kidney diets - Managing chronic kidney disease naturally - Slowing progression of kidney disease with diet - Omega-3's and kidney health - Iron deficiency and kidney health - Antioxidants and kidney function - And more!   Chuck is also joined by Lisa DeCrescente from Planet Maryland.   This episode is sponsored by The Gregory J. Reiter Memorial Fund, which supports organizations like the Physicians Committee that carry on Greg’s passion and love for animals through rescue efforts, veganism, and wildlife conservation.   — — THE POWER FOODS DIET — — Order the book: https://amzn.to/3GmCxUj — — SHOW LINKS — — Gregory J. Reiter Memorial Fund https://gregoryreiterfund.org — — EVENTS — — Planet Maryland Where: Chevy Chase, MD — Elm Street Urban Park Date: June 2, 2024 Who: PCRM's Dr. Roxie Becker and more! Website: https://planetseriesevents.org/maryland — — — Planted Expo Where: Vancouver, BC — Vancouver Convention Center West Date: June 1-2, 2024 Who: Chuck Carroll, Dr. Michael Greger, Carleigh Bodrug, Robert Cheeke, and more! Tickets: https://bit.ly/PlantedVancouver2024 — — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC — Grand Hyatt Date: August 15-17 Who: Drs. Neal Barnard, Dean Ornish, Alan Desmond, Gemma Newman, Jim Loomis, Thomas Campbell, Kristi Funk, and more! — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — Benefits - Exclusive early access to select interviews - Pre-sale opportunities for live event tickets - Exclusive live online events VIP sign up: https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Dr. Neal Barnard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnealbarnard Facebook: http://bit.ly/DrBarnardFB X: https://www.twitter.com/drnealbarnard — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook X: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org X: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/PCRM — — SUBSCRIBE & SHARE — — 5-Star Success: Share Your Story Apple: https://apple.co/2JXBkpy​​ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2pMLoY3 Please subscribe and give the show a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or many other podcast providers. Don’t forget to share it with a friend for inspiration!

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 military vet would not surrender to an early death. Instead, he fought to reclaim his health. And he did so by arming himself with a plant-based diet.   Soon he would be winning the battle, reversing his heart disease, bringing his blood sugar back under control, and shedding the excess weight that had been troubling him.   Now Kelley has a new mission: to help others do the same.   That is why he calls himself One Determined Vegan.   He joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll to share his keys to success and how you can improve your health, too! — — SHOW LINKS — — Kelley Gilberry Book: https://amzn.to/4dQdqsy Website: https://onedeterminedvegan.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/one_determined_vegan — — EVENTS — — Planted Expo Where: Vancouver, BC — Vancouver Convention Center West Date: June 1-2, 2024 Who: Chuck Carroll, Dr. Michael Greger, Carleigh Bodrug, Robert Cheeke, and more! Tickets: https://bit.ly/PlantedVancouver2024 — — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC — Grand Hyatt Date: August 15-17 Who: Drs. Neal Barnard, Dean Ornish, Alan Desmond, Gemma Newman, Jim Loomis, Thomas Campbell, Kristi Funk, and more! — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC X: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org X: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — - Exclusive early access to select interviews - Pre-sale opportunities for live event tickets - Exclusive live online events VIP sign up: https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — SUBSCRIBE & SHARE — — 5-Star Success: Share Your Story Apple: https://apple.co/2JXBkpy​​ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2pMLoY3 Please subscribe and give the show a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or many other podcast providers. Don’t forget to share it with a friend for inspiration!

Dr. Suzanne Bruce, a double board-certified dermatologist, discusses skin rejuvenating foods on the podcast. Topics include foods to prevent acne, anti-aging benefits of vitamin E, foods that prevent wrinkles, effects of sugar and dairy on skin, and more. The episode explores the connection between diet and skin conditions, Omega-3 fatty acids for youthful skin, and upcoming health events.

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 campaigns. One might think that her image personifies health. And it does now more than ever.   Robyn shares the shock of suffering a stroke at a young age and why doctors believed it occurred when she joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.   She also talks about the big changes she made to her diet and how they’ve helped her to become healthier than ever after the life-changing event.   Robyn is also a lupus warrior and credits her whole food, plant-based diet with minimizing her symptoms and lowering her risk of having a second stroke. Her diet features a healthy amount of mushrooms, which have become her favorite food.   She's turned her love of mushrooms into a budding company called Ritual Powders, which features soups and drink mixes made with a variety of mushrooms.   — — SHOW LINKS — — Robyn Lawley Ritual Powders: https://ritualpowders.com Podcast: https://adbl.co/3V434Oq IG: https://www.instagram.com/robynlawley Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Robyn-Lawley-100044232469181 — — EVENTS — — Planted Expo - Vancouver Where: Vancouver Convention Center West Date: June 1-2, 2024 Who: Chuck Carroll, Dr. Michael Greger, Carleigh Bodrug, Robert Cheeke, and more! Tickets: https://bit.ly/PlantedVancouver2024 — — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine – Washington, DC Where: Grand Hyatt Date: August 15-17 Who: Drs. Neal Barnard, Dean Ornish, Alan Desmond, Gemma Newman, Jim Loomis, Thomas Campbell, Kristi Funk, and more! — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC X: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org X: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — - Exclusive early access to select interviews - Pre-sale opportunities for live event tickets - Exclusive live online events VIP sign up: https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — SUBSCRIBE & SHARE — — 5-Star Success: Share Your Story Apple: https://apple.co/2JXBkpy​​ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2pMLoY3 Please subscribe and give the show a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or many other podcast providers. Don’t forget to share it with a friend for inspiration!

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 on store shelves. It is also now infecting cattle ranchers.   Nutrition expert and bestselling author Dr. Neal Barnard shares the dangers of the H5N1 strain of avian flu that is spreading throughout cattle ranches and what you can do to remain safe.   On the Show - Origins of bird flu - Virus mutation - Spreading from animal to human - Is your milk safe? - Is bird flu in cheese? - The dangers of raw milk - What are cattle ranchers hiding? - Building your immune system - Similarities with early spread of COVID-19 - And more!   This episode is sponsored by The Gregory J. Reiter Memorial Fund, which supports organizations like the Physicians Committee that carry on Greg’s passion and love for animals through rescue efforts, veganism, and wildlife conservation. — — THE POWER FOODS DIET — — Order the book: https://amzn.to/3GmCxUj — — SHOW LINKS — — Gregory J. Reiter Memorial Fund https://gregoryreiterfund.org — — EVENTS — — Lotus Health Foundation Symposium - Rochester, MN Where: 125 LIVE and Rochester Golf and Country Club Date: May 16-17, 2024 Who: Chuck Carroll, Brenda Davis, RD, Dr. Amit Sood, Dr. Brian Carlsen Tickets: https://act.pcrm.org/a/pfrseattle — — — Planted Expo - Vancouver Where: Vancouver Convention Center West Date: June 1-2, 2024 Who: Chuck Carroll, Dr. Michael Greger, Carleigh Bodrug, Robert Cheeke, and more! Tickets: https://bit.ly/PlantedVancouver2024 — — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine - Washington, DC Where: Grand Hyatt Date: August 15-17 Who: Drs. Barnard, Dean Ornish, Alan Desmond, Gemma Newman, Jim Loomis, Thomas Campbell, Kristi Funk, and more! — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — Benefits - Exclusive early access to select interviews - Pre-sale opportunities for live event tickets - Exclusive live online events VIP sign up: https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Dr. Neal Barnard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnealbarnard Facebook: http://bit.ly/DrBarnardFB X: https://www.twitter.com/drnealbarnard — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook X: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org X: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/PCRM — — SUBSCRIBE & SHARE — — 5-Star Success: Share Your Story Apple: https://apple.co/2JXBkpy​​ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2pMLoY3 Please subscribe and give the show a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or many other podcast providers. Don’t forget to share it with a friend for inspiration!

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 health journey in which he ultimately reversed heart disease and diabetes while simultaneously returning high cholesterol and blood pressure to normal levels. Not to mention he also lost a tremendous amount of weight.   This self-described simple southern guy joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll to share his inspiring journey and how his transformation blossomed into a healthy and successful career as the founder of the popular Shane and Simple blog.   At one time Shane believed his poor health would cut short his time with his wife and five children. Now he's looking forward to a long and bright future with the entire family. — — SHOW LINKS — — Shane Martin Website: https://shaneandsimple.com Baking Vegan Bread at Home Cookbook: https://amzn.to/4byZ4Lc Vegan Bread Machine Cookbook: https://amzn.to/4byrmFF IG: https://www.instagram.com/shaneandsimplecooking Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shaneandsimplecooking — — EVENTS — — Lotus Health Foundation Symposium – Rochester, MN Where: 125 LIVE and Rochester Golf and Country Club Date: May 16-17, 2024 Who: Chuck Carroll, Brenda Davis, RD, Dr. Amit Sood, Dr. Brian Carlsen Tickets: https://bit.ly/Lotus2024 — — — Planted Expo - Vancouver Where: Vancouver Convention Center West Date: June 1-2, 2024 Who: Chuck Carroll, Dr. Michael Greger, Carleigh Bodrug, Robert Cheeke, and more! Tickets: https://bit.ly/PlantedVancouver2024 — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC X: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org X: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — - Exclusive early access to select interviews - Pre-sale opportunities for live event tickets - Exclusive live online events VIP sign up: https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — SUBSCRIBE & SHARE — — 5-Star Success: Share Your Story Apple: https://apple.co/2JXBkpy​​ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2pMLoY3 Please subscribe and give the show a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or many other podcast providers. Don’t forget to share it with a friend for inspiration!