The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee

Dr. Sharon Bergquist, an award-winning physician and author of "The Stress Paradox," explores the tricky relationship between food, stress, and health. She highlights how certain foods can create beneficial stress responses in the body. Discover the difference between good and bad stress, and why our diet choices matter. Learn about intermittent fasting, the role of exercise, and how embracing good stress can promote resilience and longevity. Her insights redefine stress as a potentially positive force in our lives.

Chef AJ gives an exclusive update on her cancer battle.   The bestselling cookbook author has been undergoing treatment for stage 3 lung cancer. AJ shares her journey with “The Weight Loss Champion” Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Live. It's one of humility, resiliency, perseverance, and inspiration.   — In This Interview — - AJ's treatment plan - The power of optimistic thinking - Working with Dr. Alan Goldhamer - How her diet has changed - Her changing priorities in life - Healing with humor - And more! — — EVENTS — — Chef AJ Las Vegas Party Where: Las Vegas, NV When: Aug. 29-31, 2025 Who: Chef AJ, Drs. Neal Barnard, Will Bulsiewicz and more Tickets: https://theplantpoweredparty.com — — — Lotus Health Summit Where: Rochester, MN When: April 17-18, 2025 Who: Dr. Neal Barnard, Brenda Davis, Chuck Carroll Tickets: https://www.lotushealthfoundation.org/2025-symposium-and-gala — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — 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 Jobs: https://www.pcrm.org/careers — — 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. Will Bulsiewicz, a renowned gastroenterologist and bestselling author, shares his expert tips for keeping your gut thriving on the road. He discusses the importance of gut-friendly foods that are easy to find while traveling and emphasizes how sticking to a routine can help maintain microbiome health. Sunlight's role in gut function and how coffee can impact your digestive system are also explored. Plus, he shares fun ideas for healthy dining at tourist hotspots, ensuring your adventures don’t upset your stomach!

Are seed oils or beef tallow the healthier option? The debate is raging over which is the best.   Doctor Roxie Becker reveals what the research actually shows as she responds to viewer questions and comments with Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.   The results may surprise you as restaurants are changing to beef tallow and proclaiming it to be the less inflammatory option. However, the findings suggest that idea is misguided.   Dr. Becker and Chuck also address the significance of scientific research in nutrition, advocating for evidence-based discussions rather than relying on myths.   Also In This Interview: - Conflicting data and what to believe - Drinking oil for health - Avocado oil - Glyphosate in your food - BHA, EDTA and preservatives in food - 16th and 17th century diets and lack of heart disease   — — REFERENCES & LINKS — — Global Burden of Disease Report https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6899507/ — — — Chia Seed Study https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11406937/ — — — Heating Seed Oils Study https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9002916/#nutrients-14-01489-f002 — — — Food Is Medicine Survey https://www.healthaffairs.org/doi/10.1377/hlthaff.2024.00585 — — EVENTS — — Lotus Health Summit Where: Rochester, MN (DATES) When: April 17-18, 2025 Who: Dr. Neal Barnard, Brenda Davis, Chuck Carroll Tickets: https://www.lotushealthfoundation.org/2025-symposium-and-gala — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — 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 Jobs: https://www.pcrm.org/careers — — 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 brain undergoes a major change during weight loss. The result often is a much happier person with less depression. But the reason why this is happening goes far beyond just enjoying a smaller waist and what you see in the mirror.   There are substantial chemical changes occurring in the brain that alleviate depression, improve mood, and bolster mental health.   Dr. Hana Kahleova explores the science behind the brain boosting benefits of weight loss when she joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.   — In This Interview —   - Bi-directional relationship between obesity and depression. - High-carb diets more beneficial than keto diets for mental health. - Fat quality, carbohydrates, fiber, and flavonoids are important. - BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor) plays a crucial role in mood regulation.  — — SHOW LINKS — — Watch - Weight Loss and the Brainhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RBUCWA2IJI — — EVENTS — — Lotus Health Summit Where: Rochester, MN (DATES) When: April 17-18, 2025 Who: Dr. Neal Barnard, Brenda Davis, Chuck Carroll Tickets: https://www.lotushealthfoundation.org/2025-symposium-and-gala — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — 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 Jobs: https://www.pcrm.org/careers — — 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 severity of bird flu should not be underestimated. There are big pieces to the puzzle that most of us are missing, including how the virus is able to spread so rapidly from birds to other species, including humans. The threat is putting all of our health in jeopardy, but there are steps we can take to reduce the risk of spread and keep ourselves safe.   Dr. Neal Barnard explains the alarming situation on The Exam Room Podcast.   - In This Interview -   - How viruses mutate - Why current chicken-raising conditions make the virus incredibly easy to spread - Why dairy cattle are at great risk - Foods that reduce the risk of bird flu spread - Egg alternatives and eggless recipes - 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.   — — SHOW LINKS — — Egg Alternatives and Recipes https://bit.ly/EggAlternativesPCRM — — — Gregory J. Reiter Memorial Fund https://gregoryreiterfund.org — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM 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 Jobs: https://www.pcrm.org/careers — — 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!  

Rose Lopiano, developer of the Body Blueprint program, helps menopausal women achieve their fitness goals through plant-based muscle building. She discusses how to tone the body without animal protein and the importance of resistance training over cardio. Lopiano elaborates on the hormonal challenges women face and the power of plant protein. She shares innovative breakfast recipes and emphasizes mindful eating for health and wellness, highlighting that it’s never too late to get your dream body.

Brenda Davis, a registered dietitian specializing in plant-based nutrition and diabetes management, reveals why conventional dietary guidelines often fail those with type 2 diabetes. She discusses the importance of whole foods that are typically avoided and how they can help reverse insulin resistance. Brenda dives into the nutritional power of oats and lentils, critiques common fat recommendations, and emphasizes the role of high-quality carbohydrates. Listeners will learn about practical dietary strategies for effective diabetes management and improved health.

Dahlia Marin, a certified gastrointestinal nutritionist and registered dietitian, shares her insights from the U.S. News & World Report's Best Diets rankings. She reveals the detailed evaluation process behind ranking 38 diets, emphasizing the top performance of plant-based options like the Mediterranean and Ornish diets. Discussion also includes specific diets for health conditions, consumer motivations for dieting, and the connection between gut health and brain function. Marin reflects on managing personal biases in her assessments and highlights future events in plant-based nutrition.

Dr. Robynne Chutkan, a gastroenterologist and founder of Gut Bliss, dives into foundational gut health strategies. She emphasizes the detrimental effects of ultra-processed foods on digestion. Discover the best and worst plant-based milks, as well as foods that can either boost or disrupt gut health. Chutkan explains how exercise and sleep are crucial for digestive wellness. Join her humorous exploration of food choices, community support, and the science behind maintaining a healthier gut.