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  • How Stress Nearly Broke Me: Chuck Carroll and Dr. Will Bulsiewicz on Gut Health and Healing
    May 8 2025
    Chuck Carroll has spent years transforming his health through a plant-based diet. But then one day, he started experiencing brain fog, bloating and gut pain so bad he couldn't eat—and no one could explain why. In this raw and revealing live episode of The Exam Room podcast, Chuck sits down with gut health expert Dr. Will Bulsiewicz to uncover how stress impacts the digestive system, why it can be so hard to diagnose, and what it really takes to heal. Bring your questions about the gut brain connection, burnout's effect on the body, stress and plant based healing. We've got answers! 💥 What you’ll learn: - Chuck's story - what's going on? - The gut brain connection explained - How chronic stress can mimic serious disease - Practical tips to reset your gut and calm your nervous system Catch Chuck's in-depth interview about how stress nearly broke him, his changing physical appearance and his path to healing on the Fit Vegan Podcast. — — SHOW LINKS — — Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Courses: https://theplantfedgut.com 38Tera: https://38tera.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd — — — Chuck on Fit Vegan Podcast https://youtu.be/xHoTC5gpQ8c?si=IFGI0Ib0Z-9hasik — — EVENTS — — Exam Room LIVE: Longevity and Muscle Building GreenFare Organic Restaurant Where: Herndon, VA When: May 28, 2025 Tix: https://bit.ly/ERTixGFMay2025 — — — NHA Conference Where: Cleveland, OH When: June 26-29, 2025 Tix & Speakers: https://www.healthscience.org/2025-nha-conference — — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC When: August 14-16, 2025 Tix & Speakers: https://www.pcrm.org/icnm — — 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 — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChuckCarrollWLC 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!
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    1 h et 1 min
  • The Anti-Aging Diet That Actually Works | Dr. Michael Greger Explains
    May 6 2025
    What if you could slow down aging—without supplements, gimmicks, or starvation? Dr. Michael Greger, bestselling author of How Not to Die, returns to The Exam Room with an anti-aging blueprint. In this conversation with Chuck Carroll, we dive into his latest project, The How Not to Age Cookbook, and explore how to use everyday ingredients to support longevity, prevent disease, and feel energized at any age. From the science behind protein, muscle, and hormones, to the surprising foods that boost sexual health, brain function, and skin appearance—Dr. Greger breaks it all down. 😁 Diet and a great sex life later in life 🥦 The power of walnuts and broccoli 💪The truth about protein and aging 🥛 Calcium and iron needs for women 🏋 Maintaining and building muscle over 50 🍽️ Favorite anti-aging recipes from his new cookbook If you're curious about plant-based eating but want evidence, not hype—this one's for you. — — SHOW LINKS — — How Not To Age Cookbook https://amzn.to/3EXpGL5 — — — Dr. Michael Greger Website: https://nutritionfacts.org Podcast: https://apple.co/42ZsoYy — — — Chuck on Fit Vegan Podcast https://youtu.be/xHoTC5gpQ8c?si=IFGI0Ib0Z-9hasik — — EVENTS — — Exam Room LIVE: Longevity and Muscle Building GreenFare Organic Restaurant Where: Herndon, VA When: May 28, 2025 Tix: https://bit.ly/ERTixGFMay2025 — — — NHA Conference Where: Cleveland, OH When: June 26-29, 2025 Tix & Speakers: https://www.healthscience.org/2025-nha-conference — — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC When: August 14-16, 2025 Tix & Speakers: https://www.pcrm.org/icnm — — 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 — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChuckCarrollWLC 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!
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    39 min
  • Alzheimer’s Symptoms By 30: What Causes It? | Dr. Neal Barnard
    May 1 2025
    Could the signs of Alzheimer’s and dementia appear before middle age? Join host Chuck Carroll and renowned expert Dr. Neal Barnard on The Exam Room Podcast as they explore new research revealing that symptoms of cognitive decline may begin as early as your 30s or 40s. Discover the early warning signs, what causes them, and what you can do today to protect your brain health. Subscribe for more expert interviews on health, nutrition, and disease prevention. - In This Interview - - What age dementia signs can first appear - The cause of cognitive deficits at a young age - The APOE ε4 factor - Hippocampus and memory loss - Best foods for fighting dementia - And more — — SHOW LINKS — — Dementia Study https://bit.ly/AlzYouthStudy — — — Gregory J. Reiter Memorial Fund https://gregoryreiterfund.org — — — Chuck on The Fit Vegan Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHoTC5gpQ8c Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-untold-side-of-chuck-carrolls-265-lbs-weight/id1540427138?i=1000705562110 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4FkGmNEEnDHT0dVUUueH1a?si=5461a466976d4e25 — — EVENTS — — Exam Room LIVE: Longevity and Muscle Building GreenFare Organic Restaurant Where: Herndon, VA When: May 28, 2025 Tix: https://bit.ly/ERTixGFMay2025 — — — NHA Conference Where: Cleveland, OH When: June 26-29, 2025 Tix & Speakers: https://www.healthscience.org/2025-nha-conference — — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC When: August 14-16, 2025 Tix & Speakers: https://www.pcrm.org/icnm — — 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 — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChuckCarrollWLC 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!
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    42 min
  • Convincing Someone You Love To Get Healthy | Maxime Sigouin & Ivy Teves
    Apr 29 2025
    It started with a random DM. It turned into a love story — and a plant-based transformation that changed everything. When Fit Vegan Coaching's Maxime Sigouin and Ivy Teves met, one was fully vegan, and the other was still clinging to sushi nights and old habits. Today, they're thriving together — in health, in fitness, and in life. How did they inspire real change without ultimatums or pressure? And what can their story teach you about encouraging the people you love to live healthier, happier lives? Listen for real stories, surprising insights, and a new way to think about lasting transformation. — — SHOW LINKS — — Maxime Sigouin Website: https://fitvegancoaching.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maximes_official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefitvegancommunity5 — — — Ivy Teves Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivyteves IV Ever Beauty: https://iveverbeauty.com — — EVENTS — — Exam Room LIVE: Longevity and Muscle Building GreenFare Organic Restaurant Where: Herndon, VA When: May 28, 2025 Tix: https://bit.ly/ERTixGFMay2025 — — — NHA Conference Where: Cleveland, OH When: June 26-29, 2025 Tix & Speakers: https://www.healthscience.org/2025-nha-conference — — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC When: August 14-16, 2025 Tix & Speakers: https://www.pcrm.org/icnm — — 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 — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChuckCarrollWLC 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!
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    40 min
  • High LDL Cholesterol From a Keto Diet Isn't Dangerous? BOGUS Science | Dr. Roxie Becker
    Apr 24 2025
    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 being spread about keto’s health effects when she joins “The Weight Loss Champion” Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast. With decades of science and data on their side, Chuck and Dr. Becker separate fact from fiction to protect public health. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation that challenges what you thought you knew about keto. Truth matters. And the truth is that having high LDL cholesterol increases your risk of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular disease despite what the study reported. — — SHOW LINKS — — Watch This Episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g13xNeExCgo — — — Original Study https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772963X25001036 — — — Response https://osf.io/preprints/osf/78bph_v1 — — EVENTS — — Exam Room LIVE: Longevity and Muscle Building GreenFare Organic Restaurant Where: Herndon, VA When: May 28, 2025 Tix: https://bit.ly/ERTixGFMay2025 — — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC When: August 14-16, 2025 Tix: https://www.pcrm.org/icnm — — 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 — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChuckCarrollWLC 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!
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    52 min
  • Hot Flashes and Belly Fat? Outsmart Menopause Naturally | Dr. Brooke Bussard
    Apr 22 2025
    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 and menopause. As a doctor, personal trainer, and woman who’s been through it herself, she breaks down what happens to your hormones, your metabolism, and your body — and how to take back control. Learn how to reduce cortisol, build strength, balance your energy, and sleep better — all with food and exercise strategies designed for women in this stage of life. Topics Covered: - How to reduce hot flashes naturally - Why traditional workouts can backfire during menopause - How to build strength and prevent osteoporosis after 50 - What to eat for hormone balance and weight loss - How cortisol, estrogen, and belly fat are connected - Sleep, mood, cravings, and the role of food 📘 Grab her book Outsmarting Menopause + companion fitness journal — — SHOW LINKS — — Outsmarting Menopause Order book: https://amzn.to/4cChT1G Order journal: https://drbrookebussard.com/journal — — — Dr. Brooke Bussard Website: https://drbrookebussard.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrookebussard YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@brookebussard — — 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 — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chuckcarrollwlc 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!
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    25 min
  • How to Eat Like a Doctor and Feel Amazing in 2025 | Dr. Colin Zhu
    Apr 15 2025
    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 through everyday food. In this conversation with Chuck Carroll of The Exam Room podcast, Dr. Zhu shares the simple shifts that make a big difference: from what to eat when you’re dealing with fatigue or high blood pressure, to how to grocery shop without falling into the processed food trap. You’ll learn: - How to rethink your grocery cart - Why fiber—not protein—is the missing piece in most diets - How small, consistent changes really work Whether you’re already on a health journey or just thinking about it, this episode offers real advice from someone who understands how hard change can be—and how worth it it really is. This episode of The Exam Room is sponsored by Plants Over Animals with Dr. Brooke Bussard. Explore Dr. Bussard’s favorite recipes, her books, and take her course called Eat and Feel Good! that is helping people achieve optimal health and wellness. — — SHOW LINKS — — Dr. Colin Zhu Website: https://www.thechefdoc.app Book fundraiser: https://publishizer.com/empowered-kitchen Podcast: https://www.thechefdoc.app/thrive-bites-podcast — — — Plants Over Animals Website: https://plantsoveranimals.com — — EVENTS — — Lotus Health Summit Where: Rochester, MN When: April 17-18, 2025 Who: Drs. Ayesha & Dean Sherzai, Brenda Davis, Chuck Carroll Tickets: https://www.lotushealthfoundation.org/2025-symposium-and-gala — — 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 — — — 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!
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    41 min
  • Beef Tallow Is NOT HEALTHY: Doctor Explains | Dr. Neal Barnard
    Apr 10 2025
    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 delves into what science says about saturated fat, hormone balance, and cancer risk in this evidence-based conversation with "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast. Whether you're keto-curious or plant-based, you'll get expert insights to help you make informed dietary choices. In This Interview - Beef tallow and heart disease - Skin health benefits - Is the saturated fat in beef tallow healthier? - Beef tallow and inflammation - Cholesterol - Beef tallow vs. seed oils - Diabetes risks - Beef tallow and nutrient absorption - 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 — — Gregory J. Reiter Memorial Fund https://gregoryreiterfund.org — — EVENTS — — Lotus Health Summit Where: Rochester, MN When: April 17-18, 2025 Who: Drs. Ayesha & Dean Sherzai, Brenda Davis, Chuck Carroll Tickets: https://www.lotushealthfoundation.org/2025-symposium-and-gala — — 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!
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    36 min