The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee

Could your gut hold the key to preventing Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease? Researchers believe the first signs of these diseases could be digestive issues that occur years before neurologic symptoms appear. 
In this live Q&A, gastroenterologist and researcher Dr. Trisha Pasricha joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast to break down the powerful connection between the gut microbiome and brain health — and what it could mean for your future.
From constipation as an early signal to the power of diet in shaping gut health, this episode uncovers the science behind the gut-brain axis.
🧠 You will learn:
- The gut-brain axis explained
- Early warning signs hidden in digestion
- The role of constipation in disease risk
- How diet shapes your microbiome
- Practical tips to improve gut health
- The power of the vagus nerve 
Plus, we answer live audience questions on Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, digestion, fiber, and microbiome health.
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🔬 Dr. Pasricha's Research on Alzheimer's and Parkinson's
👉 https://www.trishapasricha.com/laboratory
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- About Us -
The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. We combine the clout and expertise of more than 17,000 physicians with the dedicated actions of more than 175,000 members across the United States and around the world.

Why aren't doctors taught nutrition?
In this powerful conversation, Dr. Kim Scheuer joins Chuck Carroll to share how her own health transformation led her to question everything she learned in traditional medicine — and ultimately embrace lifestyle medicine.
From ultra-processed foods in hospitals to real-world patient transformations, this episode of The Exam Room Podcast explores the gap between modern medicine and true health.
🧠 You will learn:
- Why nutrition education is missing in medical school
- The dangers of ultra-processed foods
- How lifestyle medicine can reverse chronic disease
- What a "pantry raid" can reveal about your health
- The surprising benefits of living off the grid
❤️ Lifestyle Telemedicine
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🥦 DOKS Lifestyle Medicine
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- About Us -
The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. We combine the clout and expertise of more than 17,000 physicians with the dedicated actions of more than 175,000 members across the United States and around the world.

What if you could see heart disease coming… and stop it before it starts?
That's exactly what happened to Lauren Bernick.
She was heading down a path that millions of people are on right now — a path toward heart disease. But instead of accepting it as inevitable, she made a change.
And it changed everything.
In this powerful conversation with Chuck Carroll, Lauren shares how she transformed her health, what finally clicked for her, and how plant-based eating helped her take control before it was too late.
Now, as the host of the Age Like A Badass Mother podcast and creator of Well Elephant, she's helping others do the same — simplify plant-based eating and build a lifestyle that actually sticks.
🧠 You will learn:
- How to reverse heart disease
- The warning signs she couldn't ignore
- How small changes led to big results
- Why perfection isn't required for transformation
- How to make plant-based eating simple and sustainable
- The mindset shift that made everything click
If you've ever wondered whether it's too late to turn your health around… this episode will give you hope — and a plan.
❤️ Heart Disease Resources
👉 https://www.pcrm.org/health-topics/heart-disease
🥦 Well Elephant
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🎧 Age Like A Badass Mother Podcast
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- About Us -
The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. We combine the clout and expertise of more than 17,000 physicians with the dedicated actions of more than 175,000 members across the United States and around the world.

What if the secret to better health wasn't eating less… but eating MORE of the right foods?
That's exactly what we're diving into today with the dynamic duo behind The Doc & Chef — Dr. Jim Loomis and Caryn Dugan.
They're teaming up with the Physicians Committee to launch an exciting new program: The Power Foods Diet — a simple, science-backed approach to weight loss, disease prevention, and long-term health that focuses on adding nutrient-dense, plant-based foods to your plate.
🧠 You will learn: 
- What the Power Foods Diet is and how it works
- Why eating MORE fiber-rich foods can actually help you lose weight
- The powerful connection between food, metabolism, and chronic disease
- How to build meals that are both doctor-approved and chef-crafted
- Simple strategies to make healthy eating delicious, sustainable, and realistic
Dr. Loomis brings the clinical expertise. Caryn brings the culinary magic. Together, they show you how to turn your kitchen into a place of healing.
🥦 Sign up for The Doc & Chef Power Foods Course
👉 https://www.pcrm.org/events/power-foods-diet
📱 The Doc & Chef Website
👉 https://plantbasedcenter.com/the-doc-and-chef
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- About Us -
The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. We combine the clout and expertise of more than 17,000 physicians with the dedicated actions of more than 175,000 members across the United States and around the world.

Onion health benefits may be more powerful than you think.
In this episode of The Exam Room, Dr. Hana Kahleova joins Chuck Carroll to break down the science behind onion health benefits and explains how this humble vegetable may protect your heart, improve blood sugar, reduce liver fat, and even support longevity.
Here's what the science says about onion health benefits:
🧅 Red onions may reduce liver fat by more than 16% in just 12 weeks
🧅 Onions can improve insulin sensitivity and lower post-meal blood sugar
🧅 Quercetin in onions may reduce inflammation and oxidative stress
🧅 Onion compounds help support nitric oxide and healthy blood flow
🧅 Higher intake of onions and garlic is linked to lower cardiovascular and colon cancer risk
Dr. Kahleova explains how onions work inside the body — from protecting your arteries to supporting metabolic health — and why frequency matters more than eating large amounts at once.
Whether you love onions or you're like me and pick them off your plate, this episode will change how you see their health potential.
🧅 Watch the Onion Presentation
👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10rxbSneeJ4
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- About Us -
The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. We combine the clout and expertise of more than 17,000 physicians with the dedicated actions of more than 175,000 members across the United States and around the world.