Can changing your diet change your life? This psychologist says yes, and in ways you don't expect. Angela Crawford studied 350 vegans around the world and found that adopting a plant-based lifestyle had profound psychological, emotional and even spiritual impacts on her subjects. In this episode of The Exam Room podcast, Angela joins Chuck Carroll to unpack the findings of her research and her new book Vegan Transformation: A Journey to Heal Yourself and the World. If you've ever wondered about ...
Jul 01, 2025•39 min•Season 8Ep. 54
Can you eat your way to a longer life? A healthy diet helps — but it’s not the whole story. Dr. Roxie Becker says strength training plays an underrated but essential role in healthy aging and longevity. And no, you don’t need to lift kettlebells or sprint on a treadmill to see results. Dr. Becker believes anyone — at any age or fitness level — can start building muscle from home. No gym. No pressure. Just smart, sustainable progress. In this episode of The Exam Room, she shares practical tips fo...
Jun 26, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 8Ep. 53
There may be a plastic spoon’s worth of microplastics in your brain. And if you have dementia? Research suggests you might have even more. So how are these tiny plastic particles ending up inside us—and what are they doing to our health? Dr. Hana Kahleova joins Chuck Carroll to break down the latest science on microplastics: where they come from, how they’re infiltrating everything from food to arteries, and what you can do to protect yourself. In this episode, you’ll learn: - What microplastics...
Jun 24, 2025•33 min•Season 8Ep. 52
Ultraprocessed foods are everywhere — and a lot of them are making us sick! These industrially processed foods are being linked to 32 different diseases, including type 2 diabetes, obesity, heart disease, cancer, and depression. But UFPs make up more than HALF the foods we eat. More when it comes to the diets of children and young people. And it's no wonder — even foods marketed as "healthy" choices fall into this category. So how do you know what's safe, and what's making you sick? Are all of t...
Jun 19, 2025•51 min•Season 8Ep. 51
What if your mindset mattered more than your meals? Dr. Amit Sood explores the science of loneliness, the biology of connection, and how your self-worth directly affects your health. Dr. Sood breaks down how meaningful relationships—and even the way you speak to yourself—can reduce inflammation, improve heart health, boost longevity, and lower your risk of depression. Research shows that how you feel about yourself, and your role in your community, can impact your gene expression. In this episod...
Jun 17, 2025•29 min•Season 8Ep. 50
Can you reverse heart disease — even after doctors have written you off as a lost cause? What if your heart failure was so bad, you were considered too sick for surgery, or receiving end-of-life care? The late cardiologist Dr. Baxter Montgomery believed no patient was incurable. And the secret to reversing chronic disease all starts with your diet, lifestyle and mindset. "It doesn't matter how sick the patient is, it's always my mindset that the patient can turn around," says Dr. Montgomery. "Th...
Jun 12, 2025•44 min•Season 8Ep. 49
A healthy diet is even more important for patients who have already been diagnosed with cancer. Alison Tierney — a dietician who supports cancer patients with nutrition — learned this firsthand after she was diagnosed with breast cancer at just 33 years old. She led what many would consider the perfect lifestyle: She ate a healthy diet, exercised regularly, didn't drink, didn't smoke. And yet, she found a lump while she was nursing her youngest child. But she wasn't discouraged. Alison says her ...
Jun 10, 2025•34 min•Season 8Ep. 48
Can your gut health affect your skin—and even your risk of cancer? After years of struggling with debilitating gut issues and extreme weight loss, Chuck Carroll is now facing a new health challenge: skin cancer. Could these be connected? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Chuck sits down with leading gastroenterologist and gut health expert Dr. Will Bulsiewicz to explore the latest science linking gut health, skin conditions, and cancer risk. In this episode you'll learn about: - Chuc...
Jun 05, 2025•50 min•Season 8Ep. 47
What if the biggest threat to plant-based health isn’t meat — but misinformation? Dr. Dean Sherzai is calling for a revolution in how we advocate for vegan nutrition. Instead of relying on viral anecdotes or purity-based ideology, Sherzai makes a compelling case for data literacy, scientific integrity, and humility. He explains why dogma—even in the plant-based world—is hurting the movement and pushing people away. Learn what it takes to rebuild trust and grow a movement that lasts. Whether you'...
Jun 03, 2025•38 min•Season 8Ep. 46
What is your ideal body weight—and does it really change with age? Your most Googled health questions answered: - How much should I weigh for my height and age? - Is it natural to gain weight as I get older? - What's the best diet for weight loss? Dr. Neal Barnard and Chuck Carroll dive into the science of metabolism, hormonal shifts, insulin resistance, and how a low-fat plant-based diet can help you maintain or even lose weight—at any age. The show includes actionable insights on BMI, muscle m...
May 30, 2025•38 min•Season 8Ep. 45
Two Indigenous leaders reveal how they reclaimed their health — and how that transformation sparked a movement across the Navajo Nation. In this inspiring episode of The Exam Room, Chuck Carroll sits down with former Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez and First Lady Phefelia Nez to talk about the health crisis facing Indigenous communities — and how they’ve taken action. From personal weight loss and lifestyle change to large-scale policy reforms like junk food taxes and food education, this c...
May 27, 2025•24 min•Season 8Ep. 44
Are your testosterone levels lower than they should be? Modern men are getting weaker and losing testosterone earlier than ever. Know what you can do to turn it around. Dr. Eddie Ramirez joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room podcast, breaking down low testosterone symptoms, diet mistakes (like keto), toxic exposure from plastics and fish, and how weightlifting and diet can naturally boost testosterone levels. 🔍 Topics: • Why testosterone is important • Low testosterone symptoms • How to increase...
May 22, 2025•22 min•Season 8Ep. 43
GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are being hailed as game-changers, but are they really safe, effective, or sustainable? Dr. Vanita Rahman joins Chuck Carroll to unpack the data behind these billion-dollar drugs, highlighting alarming side effects, minimal long-term benefits, and industry conflicts of interest. With 129 million Americans eligible and a price tag of $1,600 per month, the stakes are massive. This episode explores a better way forward—using food as medicine and empow...
May 19, 2025•45 min•Season 8Ep. 42
Your body reacts to a healthy diet far faster than numbers fall on a scale. Long before you begin losing weight your body begins to transform radically inside. One of the biggest benefits is dramatically reduced cellular inflammation. This subsequently lowers the risk of chronic diseases, including heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Dr. Neal Barnard reviews a South African study showing how quickly the benefits of a healthy diet can take shape as he joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast. ...
May 15, 2025•39 min•Season 8Ep. 41
Can five days of fasting change your life? A new approach called the fasting mimicking diet is transforming lives. Discover the science behind fasting without starving, how to trigger autophagy and cellular regeneration, and why this new paradigm in lifestyle medicine could reduce insulin resistance and even reverse type 2 diabetes. Dr. William Hsu, Chief Medical Officer at L-Nutra and former Harvard Medical School faculty member, joins Chuck Carroll in this groundbreaking episode of The Exam Ro...
May 13, 2025•30 min•Season 8Ep. 40
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 conn...
May 08, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 8Ep. 39
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 ...
May 06, 2025•39 min•Season 8Ep. 38
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 dementi...
May 01, 2025•42 min•Season 8Ep. 37
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 l...
Apr 29, 2025•40 min•Season 8Ep. 36
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...
Apr 24, 2025•52 min•Season 8Ep. 35
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 cort...
Apr 22, 2025•25 min•Season 8Ep. 34
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...
Apr 15, 2025•41 min•Season 8Ep. 33
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...
Apr 10, 2025•36 min•Season 8Ep. 32
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 of intelligence training go to waist. After leaving her dream job she began investigating why her body was failing her. It was espionage on her "food monsters" that enabled her to finally crack the code on her emotional e...
Apr 08, 2025•55 min•Season 8Ep. 31
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 patients with diabetes and cardiovascular disease. What is it about the plant-based diet that makes it so powerful? Dr. Neal Barnard joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast to dive into the f...
Apr 03, 2025•34 min•Season 8Ep. 30
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 stand the test of time. That is why Dr. Batiste is a major proponent of limiting ultra processed foods in the diet. He warns that we don't know fully understand how the additives in those foods are impacting our body. In Th...
Apr 01, 2025•44 min•Season 8Ep. 29
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. So, what's in a hot dog that makes them so bad for you? Dietitian Noah Praamsma takes an inside look at the ingredients and how they affect your health as he joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast. Of course, hot dogs ...
Mar 27, 2025•42 min•Season 8Ep. 28
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. Dr. Sharon Horesh Bergquist, author of The Stress Paradox, joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast. — In This Interview — - Why the body needs stress - Difference between good and bad stress - Good stress foods - Bad stress foods - Stress and mental illness - Chronic disease...
Mar 25, 2025•42 min•Season 8Ep. 27
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, perseverance, and inspiration. — In This Interview — - AJ's treatment plan - The power of optimistic thinking - Working with Dr. Alan Goldhamer - How her diet has changed - Her changing priorities in life - Healing with humor - And ...
Mar 20, 2025•48 min•Season 8Ep. 26
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 healthy while on the road. He joined "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll for this special episode of The Exam Room Podcast live from Miami. — In This Interview — - Gut-healthy foods that are easy to find on the road - Why the gut thrives on routine - The importan...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 8Ep. 25
