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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 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.

  1. Chef AJ Health Update: Fighting Cancer and ‘I Feel Great’

    17 HR AGO

    Chef AJ Health Update: Fighting Cancer and ‘I Feel Great’

    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!

    48 min
  2. Travel Tips: Optimizing Microbiome When on the Road | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz

    2 DAYS AGO

    Travel Tips: Optimizing Microbiome When on the Road | Dr. Will Bulsiewicz

    Ever have an upset stomach while you're on vacation? It could be because your gut microbiome is out of whack.   Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, renowned gastroenterologist and bestselling author, shares his tips for keeping microbiome happy and healthy while on the road. He joined "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll for this special episode of The Exam Room Podcast live from Miami.   — In This Interview — - Gut-healthy foods that are easy to find on the road - Why the gut thrives on routine - The importance of sunlight for microbiome health - 95% of serotonin is in the gut - Coffee and microbiome health - Healthy eating at theme parks - Eating at the same time every day - How your gut reacts to daylight saving time - And more!   — — REFERENCES & LINKS — — Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Courses: https://theplantfedgut.com 38Tera: https://38tera.com Fiber Fueled Cookbook: https://amzn.to/34y6GQP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd — — — Oats and Wheat vs. Lentils and Chickpeas Study https://bit.ly/OatsVsLentilsStudy — — EVENTS — — 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!

    1h 8m

  3. 13 MAR

    Seed Oils, Beef Tallow, and Skepticism: Doctor Responds | Dr. Roxie Becker

    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!

    50 min
  4. Why Weight Loss Makes the Brain Happy | Dr. Hana Kahleova

    11 MAR

    Why Weight Loss Makes the Brain Happy | Dr. Hana Kahleova

    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 Brain https://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!

    31 min
  5. Bird Flu: Is Your Food Putting You At Risk? | Dr. Neal Barnard

    6 MAR

    Bird Flu: Is Your Food Putting You At Risk? | Dr. Neal Barnard

    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!

    32 min
  6. Plant Based Muscle Building: The Missing Link | Rose Lopiano

    4 MAR

    Plant Based Muscle Building: The Missing Link | Rose Lopiano

    How can you get the toned body you want while eating a plant-based diet?   Rose Lopiano explains how to build muscle and tone the body without eating eggs, chicken, beef, or any other animal sourced protein. She has developed the Body Blueprint program that helps menopausal women achieve the look they want within months.    She joins “The Weight Loss Champion” Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.   — In this interview —   - The missing link in body composition - Why you can't out-exercise a poor diet - Hormonal challenges - Resistance training to overcome weight loss plateaus - Plant protein power sources - Getting a "dream body" at any age - And more!   — — GUEST INFO — — Rose Lopiano Website: https://www.theplantlifechoseus.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplantlifechoseus — — EVENTS — — Join Chuck and Dr. B in Miami https://www.pcrm.org/events/bon-voyage-party-2025 — — — 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!

    44 min
  7. Defeating Diabetes: Foods to Improve Blood Sugar | Brenda Davis, RD

    27 FEB

    Defeating Diabetes: Foods to Improve Blood Sugar | Brenda Davis, RD

    People can live with type 2 diabetes for years as their health slowly declines. That doesn’t have to be you.   Dietitian Brenda Davis explains why insulin resistance does not improve despite following the typical nutrition guidelines they’ve been given. In fact, the very foods that are being avoided are often the ones that can bring blood sugar back under control.   Discover what these powerful foods are and how they can improve and potentially even reverse type 2 diabetes as Brenda joins “The Weight Loss Champion” Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.   — In this interview —   - Type 2 diabetes: Where are we going wrong? - Ultra processed foods and diabetes - Whole foods and insulin resistance - Overlooked foods that can improve diabetes - Where the typical diabetes diet goes wrong - Protein and fat - Carbs - Steel cut vs rolled oats - And more!   — — EVENTS — — Join Chuck and Dr. B in Miami https://www.pcrm.org/events/bon-voyage-party-2025 — — — 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 — — GUEST INFO — — Brenda Davis, RD Website: https://brendadavisrd.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brendadavisrd — — 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!

    1 hr
  8. Healthiest Diets Ranked: The Best According Experts | Dahlia Marin, RDN, LD, CGN

    25 FEB

    Healthiest Diets Ranked: The Best According Experts | Dahlia Marin, RDN, LD, CGN

    These are the healthiest diets, according to experts from across the medical, nutrition, and culinary fields.   Dahlia Marin, a certified gastrointestinal nutritionist and registered dietitian, is among the panel of experts to compile the rankings for U.S. News & World Report's Best Diets for 2025. She shares the lengthy process that determined the rankings, and which diets proved to be the healthiest.   Marin also shares insight on why many of the top scoring diets are plant predominant.   Diet's Mentioned   - Plant-Based Diet - Mediterranean Diet - Ornish Diet - Flexitarian Diet - Pritikin Diet - Dr. Wiles Anti-Inflammatory Diet - Low FODMAP Diet - Gluten-Free Diet   — In this interview —   U.S. News & World Report Diet Rankings: The rigorous process of evaluating 38 different diets based on consumer feedback and expert analysis.   Consumer Insights: The panel considered responses from 3,500 consumers regarding their motivations for dieting, such as weight loss and health improvement.   Top Diets: The Mediterranean Diet is noted as the best overall diet, according to the U.S. News & World Report rankings. Other popular diets include the Ornish Diet and the Flexitarian Diet.   Specific Diets for Conditions: Discussion on diets like the low FODMAP diet for IBS and the gluten-free diet for celiac disease.   Personal Bias: Marin reflects on how she managed her personal biases while evaluating diets that may not align with her own plant-based philosophy.   — — SHOW LINKS — — Join Chuck and Dr. B in Miami https://www.pcrm.org/events/bon-voyage-party-2025 — — — Dahlia Marin, RDN Courses and Appointments: https://www.marriedtohealth.com Gut Health Summit: https://bit.ly/GutHealthExperience2025 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marriedtohealth — — — Best Diets for 2025 Website: https://health.usnews.com/best-diet/best-diets-overall — — — Free Athlete Nutrition E-Book https://www.pcrm.org/athlete — — 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!

    41 min
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    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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