A fun and inspiring plant-based podcast from nutrition experts at The Physicians Committee. "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll, who lost 280 pounds, is frequently joined by Dr. Neal Barnard and others to motivate and educate both new vegans and those who have been plant-powered for life. Learn the secrets to improving your health from doctors and nutritionists and become inspired by others who have already reclaimed their health! Dive into the science of a plant-based diet like the effects of eating a single beef hamburger or slice of cheese can do to the body!

Beans! Good For Your Heart And That's Not All

December 05, 2018 01:11:10 68.3 MB Downloads: 0

Beans, beans, they’re good for your heart… and that’s not all!

In this episode of The Exam Room™, “The Weight Loss Champion” Chuck Carroll learns how beans can not only help you lose weight, but also lower cholesterol, reduce the risk of cancer, build muscle and even improve your mood and put a smile on your face!

Dietician Lee Crosby reveals her list of beans with the most fiber and protein. Plus, she shows how you can save hundreds of dollars each year by eating beans instead of beef! Naturally, Lee also had to throw in a few cooking tips and recipes.

You’ll also hear the incredibly inspiring story of Brooklyn borough president Eric Adams. The former police officer was able to save his health and reverse type 2 diabetes after adopting a plant-based diet. Now, he’s using his position to help improve the health of thousands of children in the city by working to ban cancer-causing foods from schools. 

In This Episode 

  • Why beans truly are “the magical fruit”
  • Which beans have the most protein
  • Which beans have the most fiber
  • How beans can help you lose weight
  • How beans lower cholesterol
  • Saving money by eating beans instead of beef
  • How to reduce gas caused by beans
  • The moving story of Eric Adams

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