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Episode 25: The Atkins and Dukan Diets.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford explores the foundations of both the Atkins and Dukan diets, detailing how each emphasizes reduced carbohydrate intake but differs in structure by highlighting Atkins’s phased approach versus Dukan’s four distinct phases. He then encourages listeners to choose the approach that best fits their personal lifestyle, emphasizing adherence and sustainability above all.
Show Notes:
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!
The BMI Podcast Resources:
The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:
The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.
Episode 24: The Pritikin and Ornish Diets.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford breaks down the foundations of both the Pritikin and Ornish diets, emphasizing how each prioritizes whole foods, plant-forward eating, and heart‑healthy habits. He spells out subtle, but important differences in their fat and fiber guidelines while offering a clear “go/stop/caution” framework to help listeners assess when each approach may be most appropriate based on individual health goals and metabolic needs.
Show Notes:
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!
The BMI Podcast Resources:
The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:
The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.
Episode 22: The Paleo Diet.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford breaks down the core tenets of the paleo diet, tracing its roots from the Paleolithic through Neolithic periods and explaining what that translates into in today’s dietary habits, including insights on legumes, antioxidants, and the scientific evidence behind it. He also covers both the advantages and drawbacks of the diet and encourages listeners to thoughtfully weigh its practicality and sustainability in their own lives.
Show Notes:
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!
The BMI Podcast Resources:
The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:
The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.
Episode 22: The Keto Diet.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford takes a critical look at the ketogenic diet, exploring the science behind ketosis and its impact on weight loss and metabolism. He highlights the medical or metabolic benefits the diet may offer while also addressing its sustainability struggles, potential risks, and the common misconceptions surrounding it. The episode encourages listeners to think beyond trends and evaluate diets through a long-term, evidence-based lens.
Show Notes:
(0:00) - Introducing The Keto Diet
(1:25) - How Does It Work?
(3:45) - When We Eat…
(9:00) - Side Effects Of The Keto Diet
(10:44) - The Diet, On A Day-To-Day Basis
(12:44) - Sustaining The Keto Diet
(16:10) - Contact Us!
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!
The BMI Podcast Resources:
The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:
The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.
Episode 21: The Mediterranean Diet.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford explores the foundational principles of the Mediterranean diet through a combination of scientific research and personal observations from his travels in Spain. He highlights the diet’s core components, like olive oil, whole grains, fresh vegetables, lean proteins, and moderate wine, and explains how this lifestyle supports heart health, weight management, and longevity.
Show Notes:
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!
The BMI Podcast Resources:
The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:
The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.
Episode 20: Consistent, Daily Choices.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford talks about consistency. Not the flashy, all-or-nothing kind, but the quiet act of showing up, even when it’s hard. It’s about choosing progress over perfection and learning to meet yourself where you are, not where you think you should be. Through real stories and honest reflection, it reminds us that growth often comes from the smallest, most ordinary steps.
Show Notes:
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!
The BMI Podcast Resources:
The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:
The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.
Episode 19: Comfort Is The Enemy.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford welcomes back Brad Huff for a casual, but meaningful conversation about the role community plays in personal change. In a world that praises self-reliance, they reflect on how being seen, supported, and challenged by community has shaped their personal transformation. Together, they unpack the power of showing up as you are: not polished, not perfect, but present. This episode is a reminder that healing doesn’t happen in isolation; rather, it happens in connection, in conversation, and in the courage it takes to be fully seen.
Connect with Brad:
Project Dudeman's Instagram
Brad Huff's Instagram
Project Dudeman on Tulsa Tough's Website
Show Notes:
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!
The BMI Podcast Resources:
The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:
The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.
Episode 18: From Desk Chair to Barstool to Bike Saddle
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford sits down with Kenny Hill, who delves into his gradual slide into a life that didn’t feel like his own, and the steps he took to find his way back. Happy hours and late night habits became a pattern of detachment from his health, energy, and sense of self. Yet, when he picked up a bike, everything began to shift towards reflection, resilience, and reconnection. This conversation is about more than cycling; it’s about waking up, showing up, and rewriting your story when you least expect it.
Connect with Kenny:
Show Notes:
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!
The BMI Podcast Resources:
The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:
The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.
Episode 17: Pedaling Past Perfection
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford sits down with former pro cyclist Brad Huff to explore how cycling became a lifeline for his mental fitness. Brad opens up about the pressures of perfectionism and how the simple act of getting on the bike helped him break free from toxic expectations. Together, they discuss the healing power of consistency over intensity, and how showing up, even imperfectly, is often the most courageous step.
Connect with Brad:
Show Notes:
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!
The BMI Podcast Resources:
The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:
The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.
Episode 16: The Harm In The Constant Pursuit Of Comfort.
About This Episode:
In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford interviews Britt Morris, a returning guest, on his powerful journey of rebuilding his life after overcoming addiction, receiving a diabetes diagnosis, and losing a leg. Britt opens up about how getting intentional with his diet became the foundation for feeling normal again and finding a way to restore his physical health, mental clarity, and sense of control.
Show Notes:
About Your Host:
Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!
The BMI Podcast Resources:
The BMI Podcast Disclaimer:
The BMI Podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services.
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