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The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee

The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee

Physicians Committee 770 Episodes Jul 2, 2026

The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee explores the science of nutrition and its impact on health. Hosted by Chuck Carroll, the show features Dr. Neal Barnard and other experts discussing how diet can prevent and fight diseases. Episodes cover topics like the health benefits of blueberries and the eating habits of the world's longest-living people. The podcast aims to boost listeners' health IQ with evidence-based information.

Episodes

Billy Bob Thornton's 'Ultra Restrictive' Diet: Dr. Neal Barnard Reacts Jul 2, 2026 50:42 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
The Doctor Visit That Could Change Your Life | Anthony Masiello Jun 30, 2026 01:05:34 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
PlantYou Quickies: How to Eat Healthy When You Have No Time | Carleigh Bodrug Jun 25, 2026 50:46 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, Plan
"Healthy" Foods Are Fooling Us: How An FFL Instructor Is Fighting Back Jun 23, 2026 58:45 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,
Weight Loss After Menopause: This Type of Protein Helps | Dr. Neal Barnard Jun 18, 2026 54:16 Swapping animal protein for plant protein may help women lose weight after menopause. Dr. Neal Barnard joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast to discuss a new study he co-authored that finds replacing animal protein with plant protein may be a powerful strategy for weight loss in postmenopausal women. The study found that total protein intake did not need to change. Instead, the source of pr
Dr. Will Bulsiewicz & The Most Googled Gut Health Questions: GLP-1s, Healthy Soda, & More Jun 11, 2026 51:35 Could eating late at night be hurting your gut health? Are prebiotic and probiotic sodas actually good for your microbiome? And what do GLP-1 weight loss drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy mean for digestion, constipation, and gut bacteria? Dr. Will Bulsiewicz joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast to answer the most Googled gut health questions from listeners. 🧠 On this episode: - Why late-ni
Building Muscle and Bone After 50 | Brenda Davis, RD Jun 9, 2026 01:08:04 You can build strong bones and muscles as you age without eating meat or dairy foods. Registered dietitian Brenda Davis joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast to explain how a well-planned plant-based diet can support strength, bone health, and independence after 50. Can plant protein really support muscle? What nutrients matter most for preventing osteoporosis and sarcopenia? And how much p
12 Surprising Health Benefits of Mint | Dr. Hana Kahleova Jun 4, 2026 42:02 Dr. Hana Kahleova reveals the surprising science behind mint. From digestion and blood flow to coughing, inflammation, exercise performance, and antioxidants, mint may be doing far more for your health than you realize. In this episode, you'll learn how compounds in mint may support the body in multiple ways. Dr. Kahleova joins Chuck Carroll to explain how mint has been used for centuries, what mo
Chris Beat Cancer: Food, Faith, And The Will To Live Jun 2, 2026 01:20:01 Chris Wark was just 26 years old when he was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer. What happened next changed his life forever. In this deeply personal conversation, Chris joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast to share the story behind Chris Beat Cancer, the decisions he made after surgery, and why he believes food, faith, mindset, purpose, and self-advocacy all became part of his healing jo
Why You Can't Stop Eating: The Science of Weak Willpower | Dr. Vanita Rahman May 28, 2026 58:39 Binge eating and emotional eating are not simply about willpower. According to Dr. Vanita Rahman, they are often driven by stress, shame, biology, habits, food environment, and the way the brain learns to use food as a coping mechanism. In this episode of The Exam Room Podcast, Dr. Rahman joins Chuck Carroll to explain what is really happening when someone feels out of control around food — and ho
Lupus and Sjögren's Symptoms Reversed In Weeks With This Diet | Brooke Goldner, MD May 26, 2026 01:06:18 Could lupus and Sjögren's symptoms improve in just weeks with the right diet and lifestyle changes? Dr. Brooke Goldner joins Chuck Carroll to share the remarkable stories of patients with autoimmune disease who experienced dramatic recoveries after following her Goodbye Autoimmune Disease protocol. This conversation is especially personal for me. There are people close to me who have struggled for
Doctor Reveals the 2 Foods to Avoid: Ultra-Processed Foods Aren't the Problem May 21, 2026 44:12 Are ultra-processed foods really as unhealthy as we've been told? New research suggests the answer may be more complicated than the headlines make it seem. Dr. Neal Barnard joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast to break down findings showing that much of the health risk linked to ultra-processed foods may be driven by two specific categories: processed meat and sugar-sweetened beverages. Th

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