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Dive into the science of your diet! Learn how a humble blueberry can fight cancer or what the longest living people 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, a leading voice in nutrition science and founder of The Physicians Committee, and other elite doctors and dietitians. Unlock the secrets to living longer and healthier life and how to fight diseases with every meal.

  1. 8h ago

    Raw Milk and Cow Hearts: Dr. Neal Barnard on Soccer Star's Dangerous Diet

    Erling Haaland eats six meals and roughly 6,000 calories every day to fuel his extraordinary performance on the soccer field. But should anyone else be eating like him?   Haaland's highly publicized routine includes raw milk, beef liver, cow heart, steak, eggs, fish, pasta, vegetables, and honey. In this episode of The Exam Room Podcast, Dr. Neal Barnard joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll to examine whether the foods powering one of the world's greatest athletes could create serious health risks for the average person.   Dr. Barnard explores the immediate food-safety concerns surrounding raw milk and the potential problems associated with regularly consuming organ meats. Could highly concentrated amounts of dietary cholesterol, heme iron, vitamin A, and copper become too much of a good thing?   🧠 You will also learn: Why an elite athlete may require thousands more calories than the average person Whether eating six meals a day provides a metabolic advantage The difference between short-term athletic performance and long-term health Why looking lean and powerful does not necessarily reveal what is happening inside the body Healthier ways to fuel exercise, recovery, strength, and endurance   This is not about criticizing Haaland's talent or discipline. It is about understanding why a diet created for an extraordinary athlete should not automatically become a nutrition plan for everyone else.   Exam Roomies of the Week Roy Wessbecher LuAnne Siwiec Isabel Fernandes, PhD   Make a gift to support The Exam Room Podcast and the life-changing work of the Physicians Committee.   🙏 Support The Exam Room Podcast & PCRM 👉 https://bit.ly/SupportExamRoom   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.   🌱 Gregory J. Reiter Memorial Fund 👉 https://gregoryreiterfund.org   🎉 ICNM - Washington DC - 8/13-15 👉 https://www.pcrm.org/icnm EXAMROOM100 to save $100 on tickets!   This episode is not medical advice. Always speak with your doctor about any changes to your diet or lifestyle.   - About Us - The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. We combine the clout and expertise of more than 17,000 physicians with the dedicated actions of more than 175,000 members across the United States and around the world.

    Raw Milk and Cow Hearts: Dr. Neal Barnard on Soccer Star's Dangerous Diet

  2. 2d ago

    She Survived a Mass Shooting, Then Cancer | Krista Ryan

    Krista Ryan survived the mass shooting at the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival in Las Vegas. Years later, she faced another life-altering challenge when she was diagnosed with stage 3 rectal cancer.   Four surgeries, chemotherapy, an ileostomy, and a difficult recovery followed.   But Krista kept going.   She joins Chuck Carroll to share the resilience philosophy she calls KFG: Know, Focus, Go. The initials also carry another, considerably more forceful meaning that captures the determination required to move forward when life becomes unimaginably difficult.   Krista explains why true resilience does not mean hiding fear or pretending that everything is fine. She shares how allowing herself to feel anger, grief, and vulnerability ultimately gave her more strength.   You will also hear how a brief conversation with another cancer survivor prompted Krista to seek testing, what it was like to tell her children about the diagnosis, how humor helped her through treatment, and why even the smallest action can be a meaningful act of perseverance.   This episode is for anyone living with illness, recovering from trauma, supporting someone they love, or searching for the courage to write the next chapter of their story.   Exam Roomies of the Week Jennifer Rogers Danica Brooks X-tine Goodreau Make a gift to support The Exam Room Podcast and the life-changing work of the Physicians Committee.   🙏 Support The Exam Room Podcast & PCRM 👉 https://bit.ly/SupportExamRoom   📕 KFG Book 👉 https://amzn.to/4f0RiOL   💪 Krista Ryan  👉 https://www.kristaryan.com   PCRM Cancer Resources 👉 https://www.pcrm.org/health-topics/cancer   This episode is not medical advice. Always speak with your doctor about any changes to your diet or lifestyle.   - About Us - The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. We combine the clout and expertise of more than 17,000 physicians with the dedicated actions of more than 175,000 members across the United States and around the world.

  3. Jul 8

    What Your Doctor Isn't Telling You About Food | Dr. Alan Desmond

    A leading gastroenterologist reveals that many doctors are never taught about food, nutrition, and the diseases that can been prevented with diet education.   Dr. Alan Desmond joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast to discuss his new book, What Your Doctor Isn't Telling You About Food, and the conversations he believes every doctor should be having with patients.   Why do so many doctors avoid talking about nutrition? Are carbs really bad for you? Should healthy people worry about glucose spikes? Do GLP-1 medications fix the root problem? And what does the gut microbiome have to do with heart disease, diabetes, obesity, inflammation, and long-term health?   🧠 You will learn: The food conversations doctors and patients should be having Why nutrition training is still limited in medical school How food became a major driver of chronic disease The truth about carbs and blood sugar spikes What GLP-1 medications can and cannot do Why "30 plants a week" is helpful but not magic The role of fiber, legumes, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables How diet can work alongside modern medicine Why gut health remains central to overall health Dr. Desmond also discusses the science behind plant-based nutrition, the power of simple dietary changes, and why building a healthier food environment may be one of the most important steps anyone can take.   Exam Roomies of the Week Eric Knepper Christina Clifford Make a gift to support The Exam Room Podcast and the life-changing work of the Physicians Committee.   🙏 Support The Exam Room Podcast & PCRM 👉 https://bit.ly/SupportExamRoom   📕 What Your Doctor Isn't Telling You About Food 👉 https://amzn.to/4vSO460   🩺 Dr. Alan Desmond 👉 https://www.alandesmond.com   🎉 ICNM - Washington DC - 8/13-15 👉 https://www.pcrm.org/icnm   This episode is not medical advice. Always speak with your doctor about any changes to your diet or lifestyle.   - About Us - The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. We combine the clout and expertise of more than 17,000 physicians with the dedicated actions of more than 175,000 members across the United States and around the world.

    What Your Doctor Isn't Telling You About Food | Dr. Alan Desmond

  4. Jul 6

    Brain Tumor Diagnosis Changed How Top Doctor Sees Health Care | Dr. Bobby Mukkamala

    The president of the American Medical Association became the patient after being diagnosed with a large brain tumor. Dr. Bobby Mukkamala, immediate past president of the AMA, joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about how his diagnosis changed the way he sees health care, medicine, prevention, access, and the patient experience. Dr. Mukkamala opens up about being diagnosed with a grade 2 astrocytoma, the shock of seeing an eight-centimeter brain tumor on his scan, and what it felt like to suddenly experience the health care system from the other side of the exam room. He also reflects on the extraordinary care he received at Mayo Clinic and the difficult reality that most people do not have access to that same level of care. The conversation also explores the crushing cost of medication, including a new treatment that can cost nearly $900 per day, and why medical bills remain such a devastating burden for so many families. Chuck and Dr. Mukkamala also discuss lifestyle medicine, plant-based nutrition, the future of health care, dietary guidelines, health equity, and why progress can still be powerful even when perfection is not realistic. This interview was recorded at the Lotus Health Foundation Symposium in Rochester, Minnesota, just days before Chuck's major surgery at Mayo Clinic. At the time of the conversation, Dr. Mukkamala was still serving as president of the American Medical Association. Topics discussed include: What happens when a doctor becomes the patient Brain tumor diagnosis and recovery The emotional impact of serious illness Health care access and inequality The high cost of prescription medication Mayo Clinic and world-class care Lifestyle medicine and disease prevention Plant-based nutrition and health The role of doctors in improving public health Why progress over perfection matters Exam Roomies of the Week Carol Kimsey MJ Donahue Tomi Gail Lemmen Make a gift to support The Exam Room Podcast and the life-changing work of the Physicians Committee: PCRM.org/SupportExamRoom 🙏 Support The Exam Room Podcast & PCRM 👉 https://bit.ly/SupportExamRoom   🎉 ICNM - Washington DC - 8/13-15 👉 https://www.pcrm.org/icnm   🌱 Lotus Health Foundation 👉 https://lotushealthfoundation.org   This episode is not medical advice. Always speak with your doctor about any changes to your diet or lifestyle.   - About Us - The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. We combine the clout and expertise of more than 17,000 physicians with the dedicated actions of more than 175,000 members across the United States and around the world.

  5. Jul 2

    Billy Bob Thornton's 'Ultra Restrictive' Diet: Dr. Neal Barnard Reacts

    Billy Bob Thornton stopped eating dairy after discovering it was causing health problems. But is that a healthy decision?   Dr. Neal Barnard joins Chuck Carroll to separate fact from fiction.   Could milk and cheese be behind symptoms such as bloating, stomach pain, fatigue, skin issues, congestion, brain fog, or feeling sick after eating?   Dr. Barnard explains the difference between a true dairy allergy, lactose intolerance, and dairy sensitivity. He also discusses what PCRM research shows about dairy, saturated fat, cancer risk, heart health, and the health benefits of choosing dairy alternatives.   Then we look at Thornton's wheat sensitivity. What is a true wheat allergy? How is it different from celiac disease or gluten sensitivity? And when should someone get tested before removing gluten from their diet?   Plus, Billy Bob Thornton also said he eats for his AB-negative blood type. Dr. Barnard explains what the research actually says about blood-type diets, and whether blood type should determine what you eat.   🧠 In this episode: Billy Bob Thornton's dairy-free and wheat-free diet Dairy allergy vs. lactose intolerance Common symptoms of dairy intolerance How quickly symptoms may improve after removing dairy PCRM research on dairy and health risks Best plant-based dairy alternatives Wheat allergy vs. celiac disease vs. gluten sensitivity Gluten-free diets and when they are necessary AB-negative blood type statistics The truth about blood-type diets Dr. Barnard's research on plant-based diets and blood type Exam Roomies of the Week Andreas Ebert Kris Grabowski Laurie Rowe 🙏 Support The Exam Room Podcast & PCRM 👉 https://bit.ly/SupportExamRoom   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.   🌱 Gregory J. Reiter Memorial Fund 👉 https://gregoryreiterfund.org   🎉 ICNM - Washington DC - 8/13-15 👉 https://www.pcrm.org/icnm   This episode is not medical advice. Always speak with your doctor about any changes to your diet or lifestyle.   - About Us - The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. We combine the clout and expertise of more than 17,000 physicians with the dedicated actions of more than 175,000 members across the United States and around the world.

    Billy Bob Thornton's 'Ultra Restrictive' Diet: Dr. Neal Barnard Reacts

  6. Jun 30

    The Doctor Visit That Could Change Your Life | Anthony Masiello

    What if your doctor had time to actually listen to you? Anthony Masiello, Founder and CEO of Lifestyle Telemedicine, joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast for a powerful conversation about what health care can look like when the focus shifts from simply managing symptoms to addressing the root causes of chronic disease. Anthony shares his own incredible story of being denied a 20-year life insurance policy because of his health — only to outlive that policy and become healthier than he was two decades ago. Now he is helping others take control of their health through lifestyle medicine, telemedicine, whole food plant-based nutrition, better sleep, stress management, movement, and real physician support. 🧠 In this episode: Why your current health is not your destiny How Anthony lost 160 pounds and reclaimed his health Why comparison can derail progress How to build habits that actually last Why cheat days can create mental chaos How family pressure can make healthy eating harder What a Lifestyle Telemedicine appointment is really like The role of sleep, stress, movement, and purpose in healing Why America may need a Super Bowl commercial for lifestyle medicine How to move beyond "there's a pill for everything" thinking This is a hopeful conversation for anyone who has felt dismissed, stuck, overmedicated, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin. Exam Roomies of the Week Michelle Oberg Lori Vitello  Cheow Meng Tee, MD  🙏 Support The Exam Room Podcast & PCRM 👉 https://bit.ly/SupportExamRoom   🌱 Lifestyle Telemedicine 👉 https://lifestyletelemedicine.com   🎉 ICNM - Washington DC - 8/13-15 👉 https://www.pcrm.org/icnm   This episode is not medical advice. Always speak with your doctor about any changes to your diet or lifestyle. - About Us - The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. We combine the clout and expertise of more than 17,000 physicians with the dedicated actions of more than 175,000 members across the United States and around the world.

    The Doctor Visit That Could Change Your Life | Anthony Masiello

  7. Jun 25

    PlantYou Quickies: How to Eat Healthy When You Have No Time | Carleigh Bodrug

    Fast food doesn't have to be junk food. Carleigh Bodrug from PlantYou is here to prove that!   The recipe genius, two-time New York Times bestselling author, and social media powerhouse joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast to share the fastest ways to make healthy plant-based meals when life is busy, groceries are expensive, and takeout is calling your name.   Carleigh's new cookbook, PlantYou Quickies, features more than 140 fast plant-based recipes for busy people, including five-minute prep ideas, Dump & Bake dinners, and S.O.S. Suppers — Save Our Sanity meals for the nights when you almost order delivery.   🧠 In this conversation, Carleigh and Chuck talk about: Quick healthy meals when you have no time Easy plant-based dinner shortcuts Frozen vegetables and pantry staples that save money High-fiber meals and plant diversity Plant Points for gut health Raising a plant-based family Healthy meals for busy parents How to make comfort foods healthier Why takeout tastes better when it is a choice, not desperation Carleigh also shares details about PlantYou Quickies, her favorite recipe shortcuts, and a special pre-order bonus for Exam Roomies.   She is offering a six-month membership to her weekly plant-based meal plans and shopping lists for anyone who preorders PlantYou Quickies, so you can get cooking right away. Email a screenshot or photo of your receipt to support at plantyou.com, and mention you heard about it on The Exam Room Podcast.   Exam Roomies of the Week Annie Frassinello Earsley, RD Deborah J. Colbert Todd Ormsby   🙏 Support The Exam Room Podcast & PCRM 👉 https://bit.ly/SupportExamRoom   📕 PlantYou Quickies Book Pre-Orders 👉 https://amzn.to/4eTFWvT   🌱 Carleigh Bodrug Website 👉 https://plantyou.com   💪 NHA Conference in Cleveland 👉 https://bit.ly/NHAConf2026   🎉 ICNM - Washington DC - 8/13-15 👉 https://www.pcrm.org/icnm   This episode is not medical advice. Always speak with your doctor about any changes to your diet or lifestyle.   - About Us - The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. We combine the clout and expertise of more than 17,000 physicians with the dedicated actions of more than 175,000 members across the United States and around the world.

    PlantYou Quickies: How to Eat Healthy When You Have No Time | Carleigh Bodrug

  8. Jun 23

    "Healthy" Foods Are Fooling Us: How An FFL Instructor Is Fighting Back

    The biggest and healthiest changes in your community can begin with one person.   Lyn Grady is a Food For Life instructor with the Physicians Committee who is helping people understand food as medicine, one class at a time.   In this episode of The Exam Room Podcast, Lyn joins Chuck Carroll to talk about why so many people are confused by food labels, why "healthy" marketing can be so misleading, and how Food For Life classes help people build confidence in the kitchen.   She shares stories from her classes, including the moment someone worried about the sugar in fruit after eating coffee cake, and an athlete who thought he was drinking a healthy aloe juice until Lyn showed him the label said zero percent juice.   This conversation is about more than food. It is about community, education, generational health, and becoming the person who helps others take their first step toward a healthier life.   Applications are now open for the Fall 2026 Food For Life instructor training.   🧠 In this episode: Why Food For Life is not a diet How "healthy" labels can mislead shoppers Why fruit is not the same as cake How cooking classes build community Why Food For Life instructors can create generational health What the instructor training is like How to apply to become an instructor Exam Roomies of the Week Gary Hunt Susan Johnson Mark Reis-Henrie This episode is not medical advice. Always speak with your doctor about any changes to your diet or lifestyle.   🍽️ Food For Life Instructor Applications 👉 https://bit.ly/food-for-life-instructor   🙏 Support The Exam Room Podcast & PCRM 👉 https://bit.ly/SupportExamRoom   🌱 Lyn Grady 👉 https://www.lyngrady.com   🎉 ICNM - Washington DC - 8/13-15 👉 https://www.pcrm.org/icnm   - About Us - The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. We combine the clout and expertise of more than 17,000 physicians with the dedicated actions of more than 175,000 members across the United States and around the world.

    "Healthy" Foods Are Fooling Us: How An FFL Instructor Is Fighting Back
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Dive into the science of your diet! Learn how a humble blueberry can fight cancer or what the longest living people 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, a leading voice in nutrition science and founder of The Physicians Committee, and other elite doctors and dietitians. Unlock the secrets to living longer and healthier life and how to fight diseases with every meal.

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    Physicians Committee
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    2017 - 2026
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