She tried 20 different diets before finally finding one that worked. She’s now 70 pounds lighter and looks and feels healthier than ever. And she’s eating an exclusively plant-based diet.   “Plantiful Kiki” Nelson no longer has high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or prediabetes. But what she does have is a new lease on life that she’s using to show those struggling with their weight how to achieve lasting success.   She shares her tips for lasting weight loss and her amazing journey with “The Weight Loss Champion” Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.  Together they’ve lost 350 pounds!   Kiki is author of Plantifully Lean and a successful YouTuber. — — — Plantiful Kiki Book: https://amzn.to/3Gt9E9q YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PlantifulKiki Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plantifulkiki Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/plantifulkikipage Website: https://plantifulkiki.com — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm — — — Plant vs. Dairy Milk Comparison https://bit.ly/MilkCompareStudy   — — Upcoming Events — — Exam Room LIVE in New York When: July 12 Ticket info and details soon! — — — Fairfax VegFest When: April 23 Where: Herndon, VA Website: https://fairfaxvegfest.org — — — Planted Expo – Toronto When: April 29-30 Where: Toronto Enercare Centre Website: https://www.plantedlife.com/toronto — — — Planet Bethesda When: June 4 Where: Bethesda, MD Website: https://planetbethesda.com — — — Subscribe to the Podcast Apple: https://apple.co/2JXBkpy​​ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2pMLoY3 — — — Share the Show 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!

20 Failed Diets, 1 Big Change, 70 Pounds Lost Forever | Plantiful Kiki

Dive into the science of your diet! Learn how a humble blueberry can fight cancer or what the longest living cultures in the world are eating. Every episode is packed with facts that will raise your health IQ and boost your nutrition knowledge. "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll is joined by Dr. Neal Barnard, founder of The Physicians Committee, and other leading doctors and dietitians. Unlock the secrets to living longer and healthier life and how to fight diseases with every meal.

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Dr. Stephan Esser, a distinguished sports medicine specialist, brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to plant-based living.   Trained at Harvard and the Mayo Clinic, Dr. Esser has served as the team physician for the University of North Florida's Division I athletics and now runs a sports and lifestyle medicine practice. Beyond his professional credentials, he also has experience as a top-ranked tennis player, giving him a personal understanding of the demands of high-level athletic performance.   In this episode of The Exam Room, Dr. Esser sits down with host Chuck Carroll, "The Weight Loss Champion," to explore: - His personal journey as a fourth-generation plant-based eater - The connection between plant-based nutrition and athletic performance - Key nutrition tips for athletes to prevent injuries, reduce inflammation, and boost recovery   Dr. Esser also shares transformative stories from his practice, highlighting the profound impact of nutrition on athletic performance and overall health.   Join us for this enlightening discussion on how a plant-based diet can help you achieve peak health and performance. — — SHOW LINKS — — Dr. Stephan Esser Website: https://esserhealth.com Website: https://essersports.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esserhealth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EsserHealth — — EVENTS — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC — Grand Hyatt Date: August 15-17 Who: Drs. Neal Barnard, Dean Ornish, Alan Desmond, Gemma Newman, Jim Loomis, Thomas Campbell, Kristi Funk, and more! — — — National Health Association Conference Where: Online Date: June 27-30 Who: Drs. Neal Barnard, Caldwell Esselstyn, Joel Fuhrman, Alan Goldhamer, Stephan Esser. Plus, Chuck Carroll, Ann and Jane Esselstyn, and more! — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC X: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org X: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — - Exclusive early access to select interviews - Pre-sale opportunities for live event tickets - Exclusive live online events VIP sign up: https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — 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!

What to Eat to Reduce Injury and Recover Faster | Dr. Stephan Esser

Rashad Evans is a UFC Hall of Famer, MMA legend, and now a health advocate. He has embarked on a journey of transformation that is nothing short of inspiring.   Rashad joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room to discuss how transitioning to a plant-based diet has enhanced his training program and generated faster recovery times.   In this episode, you'll hear Rashad's insights on: - How a plant-based diet transformed his athletic performance - The surprising role mushrooms play in his health regimen - His newfound passion for plant-based cooking and favorite go-to meals   Rashad also shares details about his latest venture, Umbo, and how functional mushrooms are making a difference for athletes and health enthusiasts alike.   Tune into this episode if you're curious about how diet changes can lead to enhanced health and athletic gains. It is an inspiring conversation that could change the way you think about nutrition and wellness. — — SHOW LINKS — — Rashad Evans Umbo: https://getumbo.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getumbo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sugarashadevans X: https://twitter.com/SugaRashadEvans — — EVENTS — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC — Grand Hyatt Date: August 15-17 Who: Drs. Neal Barnard, Dean Ornish, Alan Desmond, Gemma Newman, Jim Loomis, Thomas Campbell, Kristi Funk, and more! — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC X: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org X: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — - Exclusive early access to select interviews - Pre-sale opportunities for live event tickets - Exclusive live online events VIP sign up: https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — 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!

Strength and Recovery Secrets of a UFC Hall of Famer | Rashad Evans

Your kidneys need good fuel to function at their best. The best foods for kidney health are revealed by Dr. Neal Barnard as he joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.   Topics Discussed - Top foods for kidneys - Worst foods for kidneys - Most important nutrients for kidneys - Healthiest kidney diets - Managing chronic kidney disease naturally - Slowing progression of kidney disease with diet - Omega-3's and kidney health - Iron deficiency and kidney health - Antioxidants and kidney function - And more!   Chuck is also joined by Lisa DeCrescente from Planet Maryland.   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.   — — THE POWER FOODS DIET — — Order the book: https://amzn.to/3GmCxUj — — SHOW LINKS — — Gregory J. Reiter Memorial Fund https://gregoryreiterfund.org — — EVENTS — — Planet Maryland Where: Chevy Chase, MD — Elm Street Urban Park Date: June 2, 2024 Who: PCRM's Dr. Roxie Becker and more! Website: https://planetseriesevents.org/maryland — — — Planted Expo Where: Vancouver, BC — Vancouver Convention Center West Date: June 1-2, 2024 Who: Chuck Carroll, Dr. Michael Greger, Carleigh Bodrug, Robert Cheeke, and more! Tickets: https://bit.ly/PlantedVancouver2024 — — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC — Grand Hyatt Date: August 15-17 Who: Drs. Neal Barnard, Dean Ornish, Alan Desmond, Gemma Newman, Jim Loomis, Thomas Campbell, Kristi Funk, and more! — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — Benefits - Exclusive early access to select interviews - Pre-sale opportunities for live event tickets - Exclusive live online events 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 — — 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!

Best Foods for Kidney Health and Function | Dr. Neal Barnard Q&A

Plants didn't just change Kelley Gilberry's life. They saved his life.   He was overweight, battling heart disease, and struggled with high blood sugar, too.   But the military vet would not surrender to an early death. Instead, he fought to reclaim his health. And he did so by arming himself with a plant-based diet.   Soon he would be winning the battle, reversing his heart disease, bringing his blood sugar back under control, and shedding the excess weight that had been troubling him.   Now Kelley has a new mission: to help others do the same.   That is why he calls himself One Determined Vegan.   He joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll to share his keys to success and how you can improve your health, too! — — SHOW LINKS — — Kelley Gilberry Book: https://amzn.to/4dQdqsy Website: https://onedeterminedvegan.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/one_determined_vegan — — EVENTS — — Planted Expo Where: Vancouver, BC — Vancouver Convention Center West Date: June 1-2, 2024 Who: Chuck Carroll, Dr. Michael Greger, Carleigh Bodrug, Robert Cheeke, and more! Tickets: https://bit.ly/PlantedVancouver2024 — — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine Where: Washington, DC — Grand Hyatt Date: August 15-17 Who: Drs. Neal Barnard, Dean Ornish, Alan Desmond, Gemma Newman, Jim Loomis, Thomas Campbell, Kristi Funk, and more! — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC X: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org X: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — - Exclusive early access to select interviews - Pre-sale opportunities for live event tickets - Exclusive live online events VIP sign up: https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — 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!

Plants Saved His Life: One Determined Vegan | Kelley Gilberry

Acne, dry skin, rosacea, blemishes, and other skin conditions can often improve by eating different foods.   Dr. Suzanne Bruce, a double board-certified dermatologist, gives her top skin rejuvenating foods when she joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.   Topics - Foods that cause acne and foods that help - Anti-aging and vitamin E - Foods that prevent wrinkles - Sugar and its effect on skin - Dairy and blemishes - Alcohol's effect on skin - Spicy food and skin conditions - Caffeine and skin health - Healthy skin benefits of fruit - Is too much fruit a bad thing? - Omega-3 fatty acids and youthful skin - And more!   — — SHOW LINKS — — Dr. Suzanne Bruce Appointments: https://www.sba-skincare.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/sbadermatology Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sbadermatology — — EVENTS — — Planted Expo - Vancouver Where: Vancouver Convention Center West Date: June 1-2, 2024 Who: Chuck Carroll, Dr. Michael Greger, Carleigh Bodrug, Robert Cheeke, and more! Tickets: https://bit.ly/PlantedVancouver2024 — — — International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine – Washington, DC Where: Grand Hyatt Date: August 15-17 Who: Drs. Neal Barnard, Dean Ornish, Alan Desmond, Gemma Newman, Jim Loomis, Thomas Campbell, Kristi Funk, and more! — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC X: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org X: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — - Exclusive early access to select interviews - Pre-sale opportunities for live event tickets - Exclusive live online events VIP sign up: https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — 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!

20 Failed Diets, 1 Big Change, 70 Pounds Lost Forever | Plantiful Kiki

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