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 occurring in the brain that alleviate depression, improve mood, and bolster mental health.

Dr. Hana Kahleova explores the science behind the brain boosting benefits of weight loss when she joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.

— In This Interview —

- Bi-directional relationship between obesity and depression.

- High-carb diets more beneficial than keto diets for mental health.

- Fat quality, carbohydrates, fiber, and flavonoids are important.

- BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor) plays a crucial role in mood regulation.

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Lotus Health Summit

Where: Rochester, MN (DATES)

When: April 17-18, 2025

Who: Dr. Neal Barnard, Brenda Davis, Chuck Carroll

Tickets: https://www.lotushealthfoundation.org/2025-symposium-and-gala

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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.

Dr. Neal Barnard explains the alarming situation on The Exam Room Podcast.

- In This Interview -

- How viruses mutate

- Why current chicken-raising conditions make the virus incredibly easy to spread

- Why dairy cattle are at great risk

- Foods that reduce the risk of bird flu spread

- Egg alternatives and eggless recipes

- 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.

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Egg Alternatives and Recipes

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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 achieve the look they want within months. 

She joins “The Weight Loss Champion” Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.

— In this interview —

- The missing link in body composition

- Why you can't out-exercise a poor diet

- Hormonal challenges

- Resistance training to overcome weight loss plateaus

- Plant protein power sources

- Getting a "dream body" at any age

- And more!

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Lotus Health Summit

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When: April 17-18, 2025

Who: Dr. Neal Barnard, Brenda Davis, Chuck Carroll

Tickets: https://www.lotushealthfoundation.org/2025-symposium-and-gala

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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 that are being avoided are often the ones that can bring blood sugar back under control.

Discover what these powerful foods are and how they can improve and potentially even reverse type 2 diabetes as Brenda joins “The Weight Loss Champion” Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.

— In this interview —

- Type 2 diabetes: Where are we going wrong?

- Ultra processed foods and diabetes

- Whole foods and insulin resistance

- Overlooked foods that can improve diabetes

- Where the typical diabetes diet goes wrong

- Protein and fat

- Carbs

- Steel cut vs rolled oats

- And more!

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Lotus Health Summit

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When: April 17-18, 2025

Who: Dr. Neal Barnard, Brenda Davis, Chuck Carroll

Tickets: https://www.lotushealthfoundation.org/2025-symposium-and-gala

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Brenda Davis, RD

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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 rankings for U.S. News & World Report's Best Diets for 2025. She shares the lengthy process that determined the rankings, and which diets proved to be the healthiest.

Marin also shares insight on why many of the top scoring diets are plant predominant.

Diet's Mentioned

- Plant-Based Diet

- Mediterranean Diet

- Ornish Diet

- Flexitarian Diet

- Pritikin Diet

- Dr. Wiles Anti-Inflammatory Diet

- Low FODMAP Diet

- Gluten-Free Diet

— In this interview —

U.S. News & World Report Diet Rankings: The rigorous process of evaluating 38 different diets based on consumer feedback and expert analysis.

Consumer Insights: The panel considered responses from 3,500 consumers regarding their motivations for dieting, such as weight loss and health improvement.

Top Diets: The Mediterranean Diet is noted as the best overall diet, according to the U.S. News & World Report rankings. Other popular diets include the Ornish Diet and the Flexitarian Diet.

Specific Diets for Conditions: Discussion on diets like the low FODMAP diet for IBS and the gluten-free diet for celiac disease.

Personal Bias: Marin reflects on how she managed her personal biases while evaluating diets that may not align with her own plant-based philosophy.

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Dahlia Marin, RDN

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Best Diets for 2025

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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 method that doctors rarely talk about with patients.

Dr. Robynne Chutkan explores the foundational approach to gut health when she joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.

— In This Interview —

- What is the foundational approach to gut health?

- How ultra-processed foods affect digestion and your health.

- The best and worst plant-based milks.

- What are the best foods for gut health?

- What foods disrupt the gut health foundation?

- Do exercise and sleep affect gut health?

- And more!

Join Chuck and Dr. Bulsiewicz at Dr. Barnard’s Bon Voyage Bash in Miami on March 7!

— — SHOW LINKS — —

Join Chuck and Dr. B in Miami

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Dr. Robynne Chutkan

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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.

Although both diets showed improvement, the participants experienced superior results while eating the WFPB diet. Dr. Campbell explains why when he joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.

In the Interview:

Plant-Based Diet for Diabetes Management: The interview emphasizes the effectiveness of a whole food plant-based diet in managing diabetes, contrasting it with other dietary approaches like the keto diet, which merely suppresses symptoms rather than addressing underlying issues.

Influence of Family Legacy: Dr. Campbell reflects on the profound influence of his father, Dr. T. Colin Campbell who co-authored The China Study, on his career choice in medicine, emphasizing that his motivation stemmed from passion rather than pressure.

Challenges in Medical Nutrition Education: He highlights a significant gap in knowledge among medical professionals regarding diet and its effects on health, particularly in treating conditions like heart disease and diabetes.

Social Norms and Health: Dr. Campbell discusses how social norms contribute to unhealthy eating habits, making it difficult for individuals to change their diets despite knowing the health risks associated with poor nutrition.

Patient Education and Openness: Dr. Campbell stresses the importance of patient openness to dietary changes and the need for healthcare providers to engage in meaningful conversations rather than overwhelming patients with information.

Join Chuck and Dr. Bulsiewicz at Dr. Barnard’s Bon Voyage Bash in Miami on March 7!

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T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies

https://nutritionstudies.org

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Senate Aging Hearing with Dan Buettner

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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.

— In this interview —

- What really causes heartburn?

- When should you see a doctor?

- What foods are best for relieving heartburn?

- What foods may trigger heartburn?

- Why is fiber important for relieving heartburn?

- How does microbiome influence acid reflux?

- How long does it take for heartburn to go away?

- And more!

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Dr. Will Bulsiewicz

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Figuring out whether someone is telling the truth or spouting lies can be difficult. But there are a number of ways that you can tell whether someone is full of hot air or is the real deal when it comes to making health claims online.

Nutrition specialist Dr. Roxie Becker shares the red flags you should be looking while watching so-called experts online.

She joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room podcast with a deep dive into the confusing and contradictory world of health information.

In this interview:

- Toxic claims: The dose makes the poison.

- Nutrient reductionism: A single nutrient without context is not the answer.

- Fear tactics: First we scare you then we sell you the solution.

- Facts without facts: Where is the reference?

- Animal studies: Humans aren't mice. So, is the data valid?

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This is everything you need to know about processed food. Which ones are healthy? Which ones are bad for you?

Find out as leading nutrition researcher and author Dr. Neal Barnard joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.

- In This Interview -

Definition of Processed Foods: Dr. Barnard explains the difference between processed food and ultra-processed foods.

Health Factors: The conversation highlights that while processed foods are often associated with diabetes and heart disease, not all processed foods are equally harmful. For instance, some processed cereals may have preventive health effects compared to unprocessed meats, which can increase the risk of diabetes.

Processed Foods and Immune System: Dr. Barnard explores whether a heavily processed diet can weaken the immune system and make you more vulnerable to viruses.

Processed Foods and Life Expectancy: Chuck and Dr. Barnard hypothesize about the potential negative impact that eating a highly processed diet can have on life expectancy. Can these foods rob years from your life?

Sodium and Dairy: The discussion touches on the dangers of added sodium in processed foods and the health implications of dairy consumption.

Practical Tips: Dr. Barnard offers practical advice for incorporating healthier foods into your diet, such as stocking up on fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to encourage healthier eating habits.

Chuck also has details on a study tracking the outrageous number of advertisements for unhealthy food that are shown during football games.

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.

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Giving up cheese and dairy doesn't have to be so hard!

Learn how to make delicious dairy-free recipes with Bailey Ruskus (aka Chef Bai), social media star and author of the Breaking Up With Dairy cookbook.

She joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll to discuss the incredible recipes in her new book, as well as the challenges of transitioning to a dairy-free diet. The pair also slice up the psychological factors behind cheese addiction and the importance of making conscious food choices.

Chef Bai also shares her personal journey and how she addresses common food allergies.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in plant-based cooking and overcoming dairy dependency.

In This Interview:

- How to make plant-based milks

- How to make plant-based cheese

- How to make dairy-free desserts

- Psychological factors of dairy and cheese addiction

- Alternatives for common food allergies

- And more!

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Order The Cookbook

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Chef Bai

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