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The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee

Aug 31, 2023

Two of the top diets for high blood pressure are reviewed. Is the DASH diet or Mediterranean diet more effective?

 

Dr. Neal Barnard discusses the findings of a study that examined the two widely prescribed diets. The results are surprising given that the higher fat diet actually fared better. However, many questions...


Aug 29, 2023

The average American could live about 14 extra years if they optimized their lifestyle.

 

Longevity expert Dan Buettner is spilling the secrets of what it takes to live those extra years. He’s been studying some of the longest living communities on the planet known as The Blue Zones.

 

Before the secrets are spilled...


Aug 24, 2023

How can an athlete succeed by eating so much differently than their competitors? What does a plant-based diet for athletes look like? The fundamentals of eating a plant-based diet to optimize athletic performance are revealed as Olympic medalist Dotsie Bausch and Dr. Nanci Guest join “The Weight Loss Champion” Chuck...


Aug 22, 2023

What would inspire someone to give up all meat and dairy? Why give up cooked food altogether?

 

Samantha Salmon did just that after the tragic loss of beloved family member to a preventable disease. She and her mother share their heartbreaking and inspiring story behind their decision to begin eating a raw vegan diet.


Aug 17, 2023

Irregular sleep habits can create a breeding ground for harmful gut bacteria. Even small changes to your normal sleep schedule can make a big difference in gut microbiome composition.

 

Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, a board-certified gastroenterologist and two-time New York Times bestselling author, explains the sleep and...