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Weight loss is hard, but it can be much easier.   Dr. Neal Barnard shares the best ways to boost metabolism and put food to work for you to shed unwanted pounds. He also explores the most common diet mistakes and how to overcome them.   He joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Live.   On This Episode - The body's fight to retain fat - Correcting diet mistakes - Best foods...

A doctor was able to stop crippling gout that haunted him for years within a matter of weeks. The painful flare-ups vanished quickly and never returned.   What changed for Dr. Richard Schmidt? He began focusing on different protein sources than he was used to. While he never ate heavily processed junk food, his diet did feature what he considered to be healthy sources of protein such as fish and l...

The gut is considered a second brain by many experts.   According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, "'The brain in your gut' is revolutionizing medicine's understanding of the links between digestion, mood, health and even the way you think."   Gastroenterologist and bestselling author Dr. Will Bulsiewicz explores the gut-brain axis on this episode of The Exam Room Live with "The Weight Loss Champion" Ch...

Robert Klein came face-to-face with his mortality. The young father had been diagnosed with testicular cancer.   After a painful surgery, he felt more needed to be done to help prevent the deadly disease from returning. The foodie from New York then made what could be the hardest decision of his life. The steak and pizza aficionado radically changed his diet and became vegan. Years later with his...

Fuel up on power foods that can help trap calories, flush the fat out of your system, and help you lose and keep weight off for good!   Dr. Neal Barnard, author of The Power Foods Diet , joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll, chef Dustin Harder, and Shauné Hayes for The Power Foods Revolution.   Dr. Barnard outlines the best foods for weight loss and why they are more effective than other...

Ella Magers is the founder of Sexy Fit Vegan and is recognized as a top personal trainer by Shape magazine.   This incredible power woman joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll to share her story of rising to the top fitness industry by overcoming disordered eating and emotional turmoil and finding self confidence that had eluded her. And it was her love of animals and plant-based eating t...

Are coconuts healthy? Get the answer from nutrition expert Dr. Neal Barnard.   Coconuts are packed with healthy nutrients but also contain a surprising amount of fat. The hefty sum has many people opting to leave them off their plate.   Discover the truth about coconuts and coconut oil as Dr. Barnard sits down with "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Live.   Also On This Epis...

Go in the kitchen with Chef AJ and discover her must haves!   She joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll to share her tips and tricks and how you can enjoy healthy indulgences in your diet while still losing weight.   Plus, Chef AJ answers questions from Exam Roomies.   On This Show - How to alter recipes to make them as healthy as possible - Advice for eating healthy after failed diet att...

Is a protein obsession doing more harm than help to your health? What researchers have discovered about high-protein diets reveals a startling truth that may have you rethink which nutrients to prioritize in your diet.   Dr. Joel Kahn looks at the evidence showing the potential consequences that may arise from protein obsession and what it could mean for your health.   On This Show - Protein and h...

Shauné Hayes has an amazing story to tell! She struggled with her weight for her entire life before turning to a vegan diet and losing 100 pounds!   After dozens of failed diets, struggling with eating disorders, and living in pain, she is thriving! And she attributes it all to her new way of eating.   She says that she still eats the foods that she loves; she just learned how to make healthy plan...

Can you spouse or significant other make you physically sick?   The joke writes itself, but it's truly no laughing matter. The answer is yes! And the reasons extend beyond just the day-to-day hiccups of relationships.   Research shows that your husband, wife, boyfriend, girlfriend, or partner can have a direct influence on your health. Dr. Neal Barnard, author of The Power Foods Diet, joins "The W...

Food is a true love story. Some things you eat will love you back with their whole heart. But often the love is unrequited. Despite the devotion you've shown the food, it does not love you back. And when that happens you are trapped in a toxic relationship.   Dr. Hana Kahleova has mastered the language of love in terms of nutrition and brings us the ins and outs of the love diet.   She will tell y...

Sugar can literally hijack your brain and disrupt healthy microbiome. Research shows that sweets come with a painful dark side that can destroy your backside as harmful bacteria thrives on the sugar you eat.   The good news is that there are healthy alternatives that can satisfy the sweet cravings but also help to repair and rebuild your gut health.   Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, gastroenterologist and be...

Nutritional stress is a new term for a lot of people, but it's affecting your health on a daily basis. It comes from the foods we eat and how we cook them.   Gain a deep understanding of what nutritional stress could mean for you as well and how to overcome it with nutritional resiliency on this episode of The Exam Room Podcast.   Famed cardiologist Dr. Columbus Batiste joins "The Weight Loss Cham...

Lower your A1C and take control of diabetes by eating these foods!   Dietitian Stephanie McBurnett shares five choices for foods that can improve blood sugar when she joins The Exam Room Podcast. And she also reveals the science behind the five foods that anyone with diabetes should avoid!   5 Foods For Lowering A1C 1.) Black Beans 2.) Blueberries 3.) Broccoli 4.) Barley 5.) Bell Peppers   5 Foods...

Doctors are overworked. Patients are suffering. It doesn't have to be that way.   Dr. Laurie Marbas knew this all too well. It's one of the reasons why she shifted her practice to lifestyle medicine. This is a patient-first approach that seeks to identify and treat the root cause of illnesses rather than treating symptoms exclusively.   In this episode of The Exam Room Podcast, Dr. Marbas and "The...

Millions of people suffer from thyroid dysfunction. Could their diet be the problem?   Dr. Neal Barnard explains the role food can play in rejuvenating the thyroid as he joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room LIVE.   The pair discuss the causes and evidence-based solutions for hyperthyroid and hypothyroid issues, including specific foods and nutrients such as iodine that c...

Joseph Blair is not a stereotypical vegan. He's a hulking giant at 6'10" and 255 pounds. And players and other coaches in the NBA are taking notice.   Blair is known "The Vegan Coach" on and off the court and his high-profile job as an assistant with the Washington Wizards enables him to talk about the benefits of his diet with some of the biggest names in the sport. He's also inspiring coaches on...

The ten biggest findings in nutrition from 2023 are unveiled!   Groundbreaking research in 2023 may lead to major advancements in the prevention, treatment, and reversal of many common chronic diseases that drive up health care costs while also driving down the quality of life for millions.   The studies examine the obesity gene, what happens to the health of identical twins when they eat a differ...

Is a vegan diet always healthy? It appears that even with ultra-processed plant-based foods there are substantial health benefits.   The results of an analysis comparing a vegan diet containing "junk food" indulgences and a standard diet containing meat and dairy are examined by Hana Kahleova, MD, PhD, who co-authored the study.   After analyzing the results of nearly 250 study participants, she j...

What can help a migraine headache? What can remedy an ordinary throbbing headache?   Dr. Neal Barnard discusses how to find relief and prevent headaches through your diet on The Exam Room LIVE.   From foods that help to foods that hurt, everything on the road to headache relief is on the table when he joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room LIVE.   You'll also discover why...

A 73-year-old stroke survivor in critical health has transformed!   Bob Madison no longer struggles with high cholesterol, has drastically improved diabetes, and eradicated the nerve pain that was destroying his life. Within a month he no longer needed insulin and was able to dramatically reduce other medications.   Bob also lost well over 50 pounds and went from relying on a walker to walking ove...

You are what you eat is so true when it comes to your skin!   The battle over acne, dry sky, blemishes, bags under your eyes, and even rosacea can be a food fight.   In this episode of The Exam Room, we cover beauty from the inside out with dermatologist Dr. Jessica Krant. Dr. Krant in the president of the Manhattan Medical Society in New York and double board certified in dermatology and lifestyl...

Many people would rather break up with their spouse than give up Doritos, pizza, or a pint of ice cream after a long day.   The food you crave doesn't talk back, question your decisions, or tell you that you're wrong. It only makes you feel better in the moment.   The problem is these foods become addictive with each meal. And soon life can revolve around getting the next fix. While it sounds extr...

There are 38 trillion gut microbes living inside of you. Every one of them play a critical role in your body's ability to stay healthy! Not only are they the cornerstones of good overall health, but they can also boost your ability to fight off chronic diseases and even something as mundane as the common cold.   Learn how to optimize all 38 trillion to improve your health with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz...