
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 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.
Latest episodes

Aug 20, 2024 • 49min
Erectile 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 with Dr. Robert Ostfeld. He is the Director of Preventative Cardiology at Montefiore Health System. The New York-based cardiologist joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Live. In This Episode - The best foods for ED - The foods that cause ED - How quickly a diet change can help ED - ED is an early warning sign for heart disease - And more! — — SHOW LINKS — — Erectile Dysfunction Study 1 Register: https://redcap.link/erectilefunction — — — Erectile Dysfunction Study 2 Register: https://redcap.link/erectilefunction2 — — — Dr. Robert Ostfeld Website: https://bit.ly/CardiacProgramNYC IG: https://www.instagram.com/drostfeld X: https://twitter.com/DrOstfeld Foods That Cause ED Interview: https://youtu.be/QkCp89owJUo — — EVENTS — — Wellness Weekend Where: Davis, WV Date: September 27-28 Tickets: https://www.brendaworkmanspeaks.com/wellness-weekend — — 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 — — 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!

Aug 13, 2024 • 40min
Controlling 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 Diabetes both have type 1 diabetes. They discuss how they've been able to reduce their insulin needs in half by changing their eating habits. They join "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast. In This Episode - Why a low-carb diet can be detrimental to T1D patients - Protein needs for people with diabetes - Eating fruit with diabetes - Carbohydrate tolerance - Exercise for regulating blood sugar - The importance of consistency - The difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes - Sugar cravings - And more! This episode was recorded at the Lotus Health Symposium in Rochester, Minn. — — SHOW LINKS — — Lauren Plunkett Book: https://amzn.to/4fJ6BK6 IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurenplunketthealth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LPnutritionconsulting Website: https://www.masteringdiabetes.org — — — Dr. Brian Carlsen Website: https://mayocl.in/4fE5DPv — — — Rochester Clinic Website: https://rochesterclinic.com — — 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 — — 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 — — 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!

Aug 6, 2024 • 1h 2min
Fighting 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 just doesn't make sense. But a former firefighter and high-level athlete is creating healthy hamburgers, pizza, and other "macho eats" to ensure no man card gets left behind while their risk of having a heart attack drops significantly. PlantStrong founder Rip Esselstyn joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll to talk about his solutions for lowering the risk of heart disease. On This Episode - Hamburgers for health - Pizza for clean arteries - Healthy man card meals - PlantStrong foods - Natural flavors and gut disrupters - And more Chuck is also joined by chef Dustin Harder for an inside look at the new cooking competition heating up one of the premier nutrition conferences of the year! — — SHOW LINKS — — PlantStrong Website: https://www.plantstrong.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/goplantstrong X: https://twitter.com/goplantstrong Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoPlantstrong PlantStock: https://plantstrong.com/pages/plantstock — — 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 — — 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!

Aug 1, 2024 • 50min
Olive 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 factors. Dr. Neal Barnard goes inside the study and surprising findings when he joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Live. Previous research has shown that a healthy diet that includes extra-virgin olive oil is beneficial, but the crossover trial in this study begs the question: Are you better off without it? Topics Discussed - Olive oil effects on cholesterol - Heart health risk factors with and without oil - Comparing the new findings with previous research on olive oil - Comparing health factors of olive and other oils - How to cook without oil - 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 Book tour schedule: https://www.pcrm.org/events/power-foods-lectures — — SHOW LINKS — — Olive Oil Study https://bit.ly/OliveOilStudy2024 — — — Gregory J. Reiter Memorial Fund https://gregoryreiterfund.org — — 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 — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — 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!

Jul 30, 2024 • 42min
Fake Meat vs. Real Meat: Major Nutrition Comparison From 50 Years of Research | Dr. Matt Nagra
Dr. Matt Nagra, a leading authority on plant-based nutrition, shares insights from his extensive study on meat alternatives. He compares the health impacts of traditional meats like chicken and steak against plant-based options, revealing benefits like lower saturated fat and higher fiber. The discussion dives into cardiovascular risks, cholesterol levels, and the nutritional profiles of protein sources such as soy and pea. Nagra emphasizes the importance of understanding food classifications and the ongoing innovations in the plant-based sector.

Jul 25, 2024 • 48min
What 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 Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast. Topics Discussed - What foods have the highest water content? - How many ounces of water should you drink each day? - How much water can come from food? - What are the most hydrating fruits? - What are the most hydrating vegetables? - What are the best foods to eat after a workout? - Does soda actually quench thirst? - How much do coffee and caffeinated drinks dehydrate you? - And more Have a question for Dr. Barnard? Post it in the comments or chat! 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 Book tour schedule: https://www.pcrm.org/events/power-foods-lectures — — SHOW LINKS — — Hydration Mortality Health Study https://bit.ly/HydroHealthStudy — — — Gregory J. Reiter Memorial Fund https://gregoryreiterfund.org — — 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 — — — Exam Room Live Where: GreenFare Restaurant in Reston, VA When: July 25, 2024 Info: https://bit.ly/ERLiveGF725 — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — 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!

Jul 23, 2024 • 36min
Huh? 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 premise of new legislation that would return whole-fat milk with 5 grams of saturated fat per serving, representing a quarter of an entire day’s limit, to school lunches across the United States. While the fat from the pizza, hamburgers, french fries, and other food on cafeteria trays is totaled up, the largest source of saturated fat is being totally disregarded. Why is that? Double-board-certified pediatrician Dr. Yami and Andrew Binovi, director of government affairs for the Physicians Committee, join “The Weight Loss Champion” Chuck Carroll to discuss the bill and why fat in milk is being ignored. The nutrition numbers don’t add up, but the rates of childhood diseases are mounting. — — SHOW LINKS — — Take Action https://www.pcrm.org/HealthyStudents — — — Dr. Yami Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoctoryami Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoctoryami Website: https://www.doctoryami.com/ — — 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 — — 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!

Jul 18, 2024 • 1h 10min
Best 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 to treating skin conditions from the inside out. Her method shows that acne, eczema, rosacea, and psoriasis don't have to be treated exclusively with expensive treatments and messy creams. Dr. Chutkan joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room LIVE with tips and for restoring glowing skin and getting rid of unwanted and embarrassing blemishes. In this episode: - Foods that help acne - Foods that help eczema - Foods that help rosacea - Foods that help psoriasis - Worst foods for skin health - How antibiotics impact the skin - How does the gut control skin health? - What is a gut-based approach to healthy skin? - And more! Dr. Chutkan is dedicated to incorporating microbial optimization, nutritional therapy, mind-body techniques, and lifestyle changes into her therapeutic approach to digestive disorders. Dr. Chutkan is a board-certified gastroenterologist, author, longer-serving faculty member at Georgetown University Hospital and founder of the Digestive Center for Wellness. She also hosts The Gutbliss Podcast. — — SHOW LINKS — — Dr. Robynne Chutkan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gutbliss X: https://twitter.com/DrChutkan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drrobynnechutkan Website: https://gutbliss.com — — — Gut Bliss Podcast https://gutbliss.com/podcast — — EVENTS — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC — Grand Hyatt Date: August 15-17 Tickets: https://www.pcrm.org/icnm — — 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!

Jul 16, 2024 • 37min
Natural 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, but most are unaware that small changes can often lead to the biggest improvements. Dr. Eddie Ramirez has seen remarkable transformations in his patients using a groundbreaking approach that targets the root causes of mental health issues. He has engaged in extensive research and spoken in nearly 100 countries, and now he joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast to discuss the powerful connection between diet and lifestyle and mental health. In this episode, you'll learn: - Ten key factors contributing to depression and actionable ways to address them. - How plant-based nutrition plays a crucial role in boosting mental health. - Practical lifestyle tips to elevate your mood and overall well-being naturally. - Dr. Ramirez's compelling stories and evidence-based advice offer a fresh perspective on mental health that could change your life. Discover how you can take control of your mental well-being and unlock a healthier, happier you. This episode was recorded on location in Rochester, Minnesota at the Lifestyle Medicine Pathway to Health and Happiness Symposium presented by the Lotus Health Foundation and Rochester Clinic. — — SHOW LINKS — — Dr. Eddie Ramirez Depression Study: https://bit.ly/DepressionStudyRamirez Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreddieramirez X: https://twitter.com/EddieRDMD — — — Rochester Clinic Website: https://rochesterclinic.com — — 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 — — 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 — — 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!

Jul 11, 2024 • 57min
Personalized 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 bestselling author and board-certified gastroenterologist Dr. Will Bulsiewicz. He joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Live for a fascinating look into the benefits of personalized diets. On this episode: - The concept of personalized nutrition - Personalized diets benefits for weight loss, improved mood and energy, lower cholesterol and blood pressure, higher quality of sleep - Whether olive oil can be part of a healthy diet - Alternatives for antibiotics treating SIBO - And more! Chuck also explores a longevity study showing simple changes to your diet can add significant years to your life. — — 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 — — — ZOE Personalized Nutrition Study https://go.nature.com/4cAHSpF — — — Longevity Study https://bit.ly/LongevityEating2024 — — 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 — — 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 — — 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!