The relationship between physical activity and brain health is explored.

Kirk Erickson, PhD, the director of translational neuroscience at Advent Health Research Institute, explains that physical activity can significantly reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease regardless of how long a person has been sedentary. He stresses studies that show that it is never too late to experience substantial benefits.

Dr. Erickson also discusses the mechanics of how exercise boosts brain function, including increased blood flow and stimulation. The conversation also touches on the importance of strength training and the need for additional research to understand the optimal amount and intensity of exercise.

Additionally, he talks about the potential of blood tests to predict Alzheimer's and the significance of modifying risk factors through lifestyle changes rather than solely relying on pharmaceuticals.

Dr. Erickson joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast at the International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine.

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Kirk Erickson, PhD

Bio: https://www.adventhealthresearchinstitute.com/team/kirk-erickson-phd

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Exercise As Medicine For The Brain

Study: https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/58/13/693

— — EVENTS — —

Dr. Bulsiewicz and Chuck in Miami

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Date: March 7, 2025

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Spices can help restore the gut to optimal health. Whether you're suffering from heartburn, indigestion, bloating, or inflammation, oftentimes relief can be found in your kitchen pantry.

Gastroenterologist and bestselling author Dr. Will Bulsiewicz shares the most powerful options on The Exam Room LIVE with "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll.

Topics Covered

- What herbs and spices help acid reflux?

- What are the best herbs and spices to reduce bloating and IBS symptoms?

- Can peppermint help an upset stomach?

- What spices help improve digestion?

- How do ginger, turmeric, cumin, and coriander optimize gut health?

- What spices reduce gut inflammation?

- Does black pepper enhance nutrient absorption?

- And more!

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Join Chuck and Dr. B in Miami

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Dr. Will Bulsiewicz

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Learn how to recreate the Mother Earth Bowl from Flower Child restaurant at home!

Food For Life instructor and founder of the Center for Plant-Based Living, Caryn Dugan, shares her tips for cooking like a 5-star chef. She walks you through how to take the recipe to the next level by cooking without oil to reduce the fat content.

The result is not only a more intense flavor, but a much healthier meal!

The Mother Earth Bowl contains ancient grains, sweet potato, portobello mushroom, avocado, cucumber, broccoli pesto, charred onion, leafy greens, red pepper miso vinaigrette, and hemp seed.

Caryn joined "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll at the International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine in Washington, DC.

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

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Caryn Dugan

Center for Plant-Based Living: https://www.cpbl-stl.com

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Doc & Chef

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— — EVENTS — —

Dr. Bulsiewicz and Chuck in Miami

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Common foods can act like nature's Tylenol. For example, ginger has been shown to relieve headaches while coffee has similar benefits.

Discover what to eat when you have a migraines, back pains, arthritis, or cramps as Dr. Neal Barnard joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.

Dr. Barnard is a leading nutrition researcher and multiple-time best-selling author whose works include Foods That Fight Pain.

In This Episode

- What foods help headaches?

- What foods help with cramping?

- What foods help with arthritis?

- What foods help with back pain?

- What foods help with fibromyalgia?

- What foods help with post-workout soreness?

- Does sugar increase sensitivity to pain?

- 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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Foods That Fight Pain: https://amzn.to/3VlHeFH

— — EVENTS — —

Dr. Bulsiewicz and Chuck Live Show

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Date: March 7, 2025

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— — SHOW LINKS — —

Gregory J. Reiter Memorial Fund

https://gregoryreiterfund.org

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Chuck Carroll

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The environmental impact of eating a meal at home is far less than dining out. And by controlling the ingredients the meal is often far healthier for you as well.

Cathy Katin-Grazzini explains the varying sizes of carbon footprints for different ingredients and how we consume them in her book Love the Foods That Love the Planet. The environmental impact and carbon footprint have been calculated for each recipe.

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

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

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— — EVENTS — —

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— — —

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The honorable Kim Norton is mayor of Rochester, Minn., also known as Med City.

The city is home to the Mayo Clinic, one of the most advanced and well-respected medical facilities in the world.

Despite the advanced treatments available and world class physicians, the area is not immune to the health challenges that have invaded the majority of American cities. Mayor Norton is fighting to change that.

She was an early champion of children's health and worked hard to curb childhood obesity.

"The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll is then joined by Mei Liu and Dr. Jengyu Lai, who operate the Rochester Clinic. The facility is treating patients using lifestyle medicine practices, including providing them with fresh fruit and vegetables grown at the clinic's on-site garden.

The difference afforded to the patients to be given a "prescription for produce" is immeasurable for their health and long-term outcomes.

The interviews were recorded at the Lotus Health Foundation's Lifestyle Medicine Symposium in Rochester.

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

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Rochester Clinic

https://rochesterclinic.com

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Lotus Health Foundation

https://lotushealthfoundation.org

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Watch The Interview

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-bXqjz0I54

— — EVENTS — —

Dr. Bulsiewicz and Chuck in Miami

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Date: March 7, 2025

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Free Athlete Nutrition E-Book

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Flu symptoms are more than just body aches and fever. Some are mild while others can be severe.

Discover the top symptoms for influenza and natural remedies with bestselling author and nutrition expert Dr. Neal Barnard. He joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room live with insight on the most common flu symptoms and ways to boost your immune system.

In This Episode

- How to tell if it's the flu or the common cold.

- When should you see a doctor?

- What foods boost immunity?

- Will vitamin C speed up flu recovery?

- Can zinc help with the flu?

- Does dairy and milk make flu symptoms worse?

- Can spicy foods help with the flu?

- Do herbal teas help boost immunity?

- What is the best diet for the immune system?

- And more!

Dr. Barnard is a multiple-time best-selling author whose latest work is The Power Foods Diet.

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.

— — EVENTS — —

Dr. Bulsiewicz and Chuck Live Show

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Date: March 7, 2025

Tickets: https://www.pcrm.org/events/bon-voyage-party-2025

— — SHOW LINKS — —

Gregory J. Reiter Memorial Fund

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Eating a plant-based diet is not expensive. A group of nutrition researchers have proven that many people actually save money by switching to a vegan diet.

Shoppers saved nearly 20% off their grocery bill compared to a traditional diet and 25% when compared to the popular Mediterranean diet. The savings add up to more than $650 and $875 annually per person on average.

Dr. Hana Kahleova presents her findings and shows you how you can save money while improving your health as she joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.

This can be a game changer for people struggling with high grocery prices!

Dr. Kahleova also explains why eating a vegan diet can improve your health and subsequently lower medical expense as well.

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

— — SHOW LINKS — —

Diet Cost Analysis Study

https://bit.ly/VegCostStudy

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Watch Dr. Kahleova's Interview

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UD0vHO0TAIg

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Vegan vs. Mediterranean Diet Health Study

https://bit.ly/VegVsMedAging

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Is Soy Good or Bad For You? - Fortune Article

https://bit.ly/SoyFortune

— — EVENTS — —

Dr. Bulsiewicz and Chuck in Miami

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What is the difference between prebiotics and probiotics?

Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, gastroenterologist and two-time New York Times best-selling author, explores the differences between the two on The Exam Room Podcast with "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll.

On This Episode

- What are prebiotics?

- What are probiotics?

- What are natural sources of prebiotics and probiotics?

- Do you need a supplement for prebiotics and probiotics?

- Do frozen foods still have prebiotics and probiotics?

- Is sourdough bread a fermented food?

- And more!

— — SHOW LINKS — —

Join Chuck and Dr. B in Miami

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Dr. Will Bulsiewicz

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Resetting Your Gut After Antibiotics Interview

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q105opZ4XAU

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Diabetes Study

https://bit.ly/ProteinDiabetes2024

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The scientifically proven benefits of fasting are explored. 

Does fasting work for weight loss? Yes! Research shows that fasting can be extremely effective for losing unwanted pounds.

Dr. Alan Goldhamer, a leading fasting expert, explains that vital nutrients quickly return to the body following a fast while fat that is lost does not.

The author of Could Fasting Save Your Life? joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll for an insightful discussion.

In This Episode

- Are you a good candidate for fasting?

- What is visceral fat?

- Why does visceral fat act like a tumor?

- Can fasting get rid of visceral fat?

- How to reintroduce food after fasting

- Can fasting help gallstones?

- How do toxins exit the body while fasting?

- Will you feel tired while fasting?

- How will fasting change your tastebuds?

- Will you be hungry while fasting?

— — SHOW LINKS — —

Dr. Alan Goldhamer

Could Fasting Save Your Life Book: https://bit.ly/FastingBook

TrueNorth Health Center: https://www.healthpromoting.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/truenorthhealth

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Dr. Goldhamer Interview: Lifesaving Potential of Fasting

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3fil6lSrs0

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