

The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee
Physicians Committee
Dive into the science of your diet! Learn how a humble blueberry can fight cancer or what the longest living cultures 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, founder of The Physicians Committee, and other leading doctors and dietitians. Unlock the secrets to living longer and healthier life and how to fight diseases with every meal.
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Apr 30, 2024 • 31min
Type 1 Diabetes: Reduce Insulin Needs Naturally With Food | Dr. Hana Kahleova
Dr. Hana Kahleova discusses breakthrough study on reducing insulin needs naturally with food. Key findings include decreased insulin needs, increased insulin sensitivity, weight loss, lower cholesterol, and reduced heart attack/stroke risk. The podcast explores the impact of a low-fat vegan diet on type 1 diabetes, mechanisms of diabetes, and upcoming health events.

Apr 25, 2024 • 53min
True or False: Vegan Diet Fact Check | Dr. Neal Barnard Live Q&A
Dr. Neal Barnard debunks vegan diet myths in a True or False Q&A. Topics include protein sources, cost comparison, sperm count, mental health, and more. The discussion emphasizes the benefits of a well-planned plant-based diet and clarifies misconceptions about nutritional requirements and health impacts.

Apr 23, 2024 • 48min
Addicted to Drugs, Alcohol, and Food, Now a Health Hero | Tim Kaufman
Former triple addict Tim Kaufman shares his journey of overcoming drug, alcohol, and food addiction to become a health hero. He discusses the pitfalls of 'cheat days,' the power of plant-based diets in battling chronic pain, and the importance of self-affirmation in achieving a healthier lifestyle.

Apr 18, 2024 • 1h 5min
Heart Disease: 5 Studies You Need to Know | Dr. Columbus Batiste
Dr. Columbus Batiste, a board-certified cardiologist, dissects 5 heart disease studies. Topics include fasting risks, salt benefits, fish vs. red meat, questionable egg study, and disparities in heart disease rates. The podcast also mentions a plant-based nutrition event in Seattle.

Apr 16, 2024 • 1h 32min
Longevity: Foods That Add Years To Your Life | Dr. Michael Greger Live In Toronto
Dr. Michael Greger discusses foods for longevity, coffee benefits, spermidine effects, high protein diets, and plant-friendly countries. He compares cheese versus pepperoni on pizza, shares his dietary preferences, and hints at an upcoming project. Learn about autophagy, impact of processed meats and eggs on health, and the benefits of plant-based diets on longevity and sexual arousal. The podcast also covers the health benefits of coffee, tea, exercise, grape seeds, alcohol, and chocolate.

Apr 11, 2024 • 54min
Histamine Intolerance: Causes and Foods That Help | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Live Q&A
In a lively discussion, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, a renowned gastroenterologist and bestselling author focused on gut health, dives into histamine intolerance. He shares insights on safe foods and common triggers, highlighting the impact of fermented items and even certain fruits. Dr. Bulsiewicz explains the role of the gut microbiome and diamine oxidase in managing symptoms. He also offers practical cooking methods, tips for dining out, and recommendations for a low-histamine diet, ensuring listeners gain actionable strategies for better gut health.

Apr 9, 2024 • 59min
Zero-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 this episode of The Exam Room Podcast she joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll to show you how! Her cookbook, PlantYou: Scrappy Cooking contains more than 140 zero-waste recipes that are good for you, the planet, and your wallet. On this episode - Turning mushy berries into amazing desserts - What to make with wilted greens - Rehydrating stale bread - Coffee grounds become a granola - The world's easiest strawberry milk recipe - How much money you can save by using scraps - Environmental impact of scrappy cooking - How much food is actually wasted - And more! Join Chuck and Carleigh in Seattle for the Planted Expo on April 20 and 21, 2024. Dr. Michael Greger, Robert Cheeke, Nimai Delgado, and more will be speaking! Use code EXAMROOM for 15% off tickets at https://bit.ly/PlantedSeattleTix24 — — OUR FRIENDS — — Carleigh Bodrug Scrappy Cooking Cookbook: https://amzn.to/49EtURr Website: https://www.plantyou.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plantyou — — EVENTS — — The Power Foods Diet Lecture - Seattle Where: Seattle Public Library — Central Library Branch Date: April 22, 2024 Time: 7:00pm Who: Dr. Neal Barnard, Chuck Carroll Tickets: https://act.pcrm.org/a/pfrseattle — — — Lotus Health Foundation Symposium - Rochester Where: 125 LIVE and Rochester Golf and Country Club, Rochester, MN Date: May 16-17, 2024 Who: Chuck Carroll, Brenda Davis, RD, Dr. Amit Sood, Dr. Brian Carlsen Tickets: https://bit.ly/Lotus2024 — — 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!

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Apr 4, 2024 • 1h 38min
Power Foods Diet: Permanent Weight Loss Solution | LIVE From Washington, D.C.
Dr. Neal Barnard and Chuck Carroll discuss power foods for permanent weight loss, reprogramming the body, and food addiction. Chef Dustin Harder demonstrates tasty power foods recipes. Stefanie Ignoffo and Chuck share their transformation stories. Event promotions and discount codes are shared for upcoming lectures.

Apr 2, 2024 • 53min
Fit Vegan: Build Muscles and a New Life | Maxime Sigouin
Maxime Sigouin, a top plant-based body recomposition coach, shares how to become fit vegan, overcome unhealthy eating habits, rebuild muscle, and tailor diets based on blood tests. He discusses getting abs at 68, training for people over 70, and offers meal plans for different countries. The podcast highlights his journey, optimizing body composition, and a nutrition-based approach to health conditions.

Mar 28, 2024 • 51min
Metabolism 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 work for you! The power foods have been shown to improve metabolism at any age! He joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room LIVE with the best foods you should be eating to boost your metabolism and more. On The Show - How age affects metabolism - Genetics and metabolism - Foods that increase metabolism - Foods that slow metabolism - Muscles influence metabolism - Spices to boost metabolism - Alcohol and metabolism - Healthy fats and metabolism - Dairy fat and metabolism - Amino acid deficiency and metabolism - Vitamin B12 and metabolism - And more Dr. Barnard is the author of The Power Foods Diet: The Breakthrough Plan That Traps, Tames, and Burns Calories for Easy and Permanent Weight Loss. 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 — — 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 X: https://www.twitter.com/drnealbarnard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnealbarnard Facebook: http://bit.ly/DrBarnardFB — — — 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 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!


