The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee

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.

Episodes

April 24, 2025 51 mins

The truth behind a controversial keto diet study that’s been making headlines is exposed. What was hailed as groundbreaking science is now unraveling under scrutiny.

 

Dr. Roxie Becker dives into the study’s deeply flawed data, misleading conclusions, and the dangerous falsehoods...

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Struggling with hot flashes, sleep problems, or unexplained weight gain after 40? You're not alone — and you’re not powerless.

 

Dr. Brooke Bussard, author of Outsmarting Menopause, joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room to share what really works for women navigating perimenopause...

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Ever feel like your body just isn’t working the way it used to? Low energy. Stubborn weight. Chronic conditions that won’t budge.

 

Dr. Colin Zhu is a board-certified physician who realized that prescriptions weren’t enough — so he went to culinary school to help people heal thro...

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Explore the true health effects of beef tallow. From cholesterol and heart disease to skin health and inflammation, this episode dives into the essential questions about the benefits and risks of cooking with animal fat.

 

Renowned physician and nutrition expert Dr. Neal Barnard ...

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Holly Bertone was an FBI Chief of Staff for Counterintelligence until her career was derailed cancer and autoimmune disorders. Twenty years in a high-pressure job with ultimate stakes had taken their toll and contributed to the demise of her health.

 

But she didn't let her years...

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It is possible to live a longer and healthier life even if you have diabetes or heart disease.

 

New research shows that people who eat a healthy plant-based diet can reduce their risk of dying prematurely despite having those disease. The findings analyzed tens of thousands of p...

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Food is as powerful as any medicine, according to a leading cardiologist.

 

Dr. Columbus Batiste tells his patients to eat the food that their great grandparents would eat. In essence, for health reasons it is critical that we eat food that will decay and break down rather than s...

Americans eat 20 billion hotdogs every year. The problem? Few know what they're made of!

 

What's worse? Hot dogs are also one of the least healthy foods you can eat. They are proven to cause everything from cancer to high blood pressure and obesity.

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What you eat can stress out your body. Depending on the food, that stress can be one of the keys to a healthier life.

 

Discover the foods that are designed to increase stress on the body and how that impacts your health.

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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, perseveran...

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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 healt...

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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.

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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 occur...

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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.

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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...

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 th...

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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 ...

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Learn the foundation of building a healthier gut.

 

The foundational approach to gut health is helping people worldwide alleviate chronic heartburn, indigestion, upset stomach, and a host of other symptoms. It is a scientifically proven me...

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What is the best diet for someone with diabetes?

 

Dr. Thomas Campbell shares his research comparing the DASH Diet and a whole food plant-based diet. Their effects on insulin resistance and blood sugar levels are then examined.

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Learn the best foods for relieving heartburn as gastroenterologist Dr. Will Bulsiewicz joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room.

 

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