Healthiest Foods for Your Heart | Dr. Neal Barnard on The Exam Room Live

What are the healthiest foods for your heart? Which ones can support your cardiovascular system and help you lose weight? Dr. Neal Barnard joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll to share his insight and answer other nutrition questions!
Have a question? Leave it in the chat, and we'll get to as many as we can!
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[@carlo6912]

Love how doctor Barnard has the ability to simplify the most complex topics.

[@inezcampbell9138]

Doctor how if your body makes colistol by your self

[@jgawad]

Except that he doesn't understand what he's talking about. Follow his advice if you want to have low energy and die young.

[@CastledarkDweller27]

@@jgawad RUDE.

[@jgawad]

@@CastledarkDweller27 Blunt, maybe rude, but true nonetheless. Wishing you best of luck on your journey towards health and happiness! And hoping, for your sake, that you'll do your homework. Namaste

[@Luismachine-di9xe]

@@jgawad why true tho? XD? what are you? a doctor or some shit?

[@pamdawson8598]

These talks keep me enthused and reminded why I'm eating WFPB. Thank you Dr Barnard

[@jawajab5173]

Hearing Dr Barnard may be likened as reading the Daily Bread; a good way to start the day 👍...giving much hope. Thank you!

[@m.taylor]

These talks keep me consistent with eating healthy plant based foods.

[@kate60]

Agree. Excellent reinforcement

[@cathyfonseca8859]

Me,too!

[@acer4237]

Agreed but it’s not always beneficial to all blood type

[@kate60]

@@acer4237 Blood type diet was a huge hype. Came and gone quickly.

[@josearce4436]

No meat?? And the testosterone??? From where??

[@jesseparaguya5544]

Great podcast with the three doctors. Thank you.

[@mar4ant]

I've been having work meetings at the time of the live show, but I also enjoy binge watching as soon as I have some time to catch up, thank you for the great information!

[@PR-cq4zc]

Eat the way God intended. Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. Read the bible, Genesis 1 and Daniel 1. Is Neil a Christian?

[@rebelraccoon9018]

@@PR-cq4zc People during the time of the Bible also ate meat. Taking advice from an ancient old book is hardly good. I'd rather trust pcrm and Neal Barnard with dietary needs.

[@PR-cq4zc]

Eating dead animals was not a part of God's Perfect creation. He only allowed it after the fall and the flood. More importantly, are you saved or lost.?

[@miloradvlaovic]

@@rebelraccoon9018 The whole civilizations exists in the way that it does because this "ancient old book" introduced the idea of moral dualism. Not to mention it described various scientific truths (such as evolution from water to land, for example, or the existence of microbes), before any semblance of scientific proof for these came about. You may not like the specific faith (or any kind of religion) but to assume that just because it's old, it's wrong, or untrustworthy is plainly a false assumption. Math is based on axioms older than the Bible, and no one calls math "ancient", or describes its postulates as "hardly good". For example. You and I can interchange comments thanks to that centuries old math, and 0s and 1s. It's also worth mentioning that the advice Dr. Barnard gives is pretty much the same The Book, spoken of here, gives too, so whomever we listen here, we're hardly to go wrong. Hope you have a wonderful day.

[@rebelraccoon9018]

@@miloradvlaovic I didn't assume it was wrong because it is old it just happens to be old. The Bible is full of inconsistencies and inaccuracies for it to be reliable. Math on the other hand is logical a universal language and scientifically useful.

[@chiyerano]

Thank you for this video. Looking forward to April.

[@jordonbaker5576]

Thank you Dr. Bernard for this great information. Knowledge is power! Blessings to you. Monica G

[@ritajhorn3585]

As always Dr Bernard brings great information, thank you

[@WisconsinWanderer]

Always look forward to your videos, it’s the only way I gain knowledge and the truth. I really can’t thank you all enough but thanks 😊

[@pastorpeteonthestreet3112]

eat God's way. All vegan.

[@jackson1342]

just because most vegans are less likely to smoke and drink alcohol and eat less processed food doesn't mean that vegan diets are Heather at all the fact that pesco-vegetarians had the lowest hazard ratio for all-cause mortality in the Adventist Health Study 2 despite pollution? I can see the ecological and other ethical problems with eating seafood, but doesn't epidemiology contradict the claim that a vegan diet is healthier than a pescovegetarian diet? I don't think I know better, it's just that I see some contradiction here. Thanks for your reply. This study on vegans' use of saying vegan being Heather than meat-eater has clearly shown the opposite true with the fish-eater this doesn't mean vegan diets are unhealthy but not optimal as whole food plants based with some fish since this diet provides all the nutrients from plants and B12 DHA and more biologically available vitamins A and D, therefore, non-vegan diets can be slightly Heather than WFPBD Not all vegans eat this diet vegans do eat refined carbs also added vegetable oils are and mock meats are not correct to say that vegans are automatically Heather because their diet is vegan

[@maricrishodge7911]

Love this! The only time I was able to loss any weight was when we went vegan, no other diet worked

[@sharawilton9323]

Love Dr Barnard!!! Awesome video as usual 🙏

[@clairedubery1056]

Thankyou so much i learn for and love all the info.

[@sepisokatundu7129]

Thank you for information sir

[@trevormadden4301]

Thanks for all the pointers and info. Its made sense of a lot of the workings for me. Cheers guys

[@pastorpeteonthestreet3112]

eat God's way. All vegan.

[@pauletteharris9467]

I really love your program. I found that I have high cholesterol last year, Doctor says it is heredity. I only eat fish, but now I am th of going vega

[@annejames890]

I love dr Neal . I am 200lbs and am borderline hypertension . I need to get on board

[@AR-md3kj]

Thank you 🌱💛🙏

[@ID-qd1qk]

Dr. Barnard, dear, you are the kindest person I’ve seen. Superhuman! Many blessings!!!!! Thank you, Chuck for this podcast!!! Much love 😘😘😘👍🌱🤗

[@estrellarodriguez6803]

Love to see every questions are displayed

[@lenbjj13]

Dr Barnard is the best! Thank God for respectable, educated, caring Dr's like him. There are so many unqualified ppl on here giving bad info like that back Dr. I hope more ppl find Dr Barnard and get healthy.

[@pastorpeteonthestreet3112]

eat God's way. All vegan.

[@fearfulsymmetry1]

The healthiest people of the planet are the Masais, carnivores,their saturated fats intake consists of 54% of their total calories intake

[@lenbjj13]

@@fearfulsymmetry1 Oh? Really? Well we'll have to call Japan and let them know the info is wrong about them being the healthiest longest lived ppl, then Sardinia then Greece then Costa Rica. Hmm I wonder why I didn't mention the sickly ppl you mentioned?? Well the entire world must just be wrong huh

[@lenbjj13]

@@fearfulsymmetry1 A quick Google search shows their diet to be deadly which is why their life expectancy is only 45. You should do your homework before commenting.

[@fearfulsymmetry1]

@@lenbjj13 Their life expectancy is low because they eat each other.

[@rhondiebadcock1243]

Rhondie Badcock Thank you for clarification on sweet in friuts.

[@susanweiler4948]

Thank you Chuck & Dr. Barnard! Very informative talk on whole food plant base diet and how it benefits our bodies. Dr. Barnard explains everything in such laymen’s terms. Thank you!

[@ZPatterson955]

I so Appreciate all the Doctors who specialize in Healthy Eating and Disease Prevention!! However, I am Not Sure of what to eat or not to eat. For example, some are saying no oils such as Olive Oil, some say Olive Oil is Good for you, some say eat Legumes and some say they’re bad for you, some say Grains are good for you and some say don’t eat Grains. I have changed my diet beginning a couple of years ago. I don’t eat Dairy, Little or no meat. One Doctor says don’t eat Night Shades such as Tomatoes and Peppers! I had been eating them in my Salad! I don’t drink sodas. One Doctor says don’t eat any type of Rice and one says eat Brown Rice and Quinoa. I don’t know what is best or who to follow. They seem or say they have patient Research to support their recommendations. My GP and Integrative Docs are not on the same page either so I’ve been trying to educate myself and take Responsibility for my Health! HELP PLEASE!!

[@barbaraglover4451]

Thanks Dr Barnard

[@ID-qd1qk]

Thank you soooo much to you all for everything you do for humanity, animals, and environment!!! 👍👍🌱🤗😘💕 Vegan of 16 years, SOS free for the last 3 years, former Type 1 diabetic requiring up to 5 insulin injections daily, and 20/4 intermittent fasting user for the last two months with previous only water fasting experience from 36-48 hours to seven day period while being insulin dependent. Life is amazing on a plant based diet with no harm to animals and environment. I wish many could adopt plant based life style.....

[@joantendler6518]

How wonderful for you! I know two people with type 1 diabetes, and there's so much about modern milk casein causing diabetes type 1, although probably in combination with other factors. So, I was wondering if you were eating or drinking milk products when you were diagnosed with it.

[@rosecook7110]

Wow! That’s amazing

[@courtneyderouen]

Incredible!!

[@hannahbuckley9988]

what do you mean, 'former' type 1 diabetic? I have type 1 diabetes and i assure you, it cannot be cured. it can be managed with diet/exercise/injected insulin, but it's a chronic autoimmune condition so no cure is possible

[@clairedubery1056]

Wow great thanks for sharing

[@senthamilselvam2421]

Some highlights slides makes the show better to catch up more 👍

[@yosephgebregzabher4791]

You are fantastic 👏

[@lindaripp5902]

My elderly friend, a dear sweet giving old man, who has a history of heart disease, told me he eats 3 eggs for breakfast everyday. When I commented that that was a lot of cholesterol, he laughed and said I take my medicine. I felt so sad

[@tonyaquinn1]

Since I haven't been able to catch this show live, how do I post a question for a future "Mail Bag" with Dr. Barnard?

[@JJ-xs1oe]

This was incredible. Thank u.

[@bigant5552]

Great content 👍🏻 👍🏻👍🏻

[@angellacothrell8306]

Thanks much truck an DR

[@AnastasTarpanov]

I want to ask again if you can make a video discussing the zone diet. Thank you.

[@z.j.maayan8458]

Dr Greger shows some studies that reveal the sugar in whole fruits has a blunted glycemic response due to the fiber. Any added sugar does not have this impact.

[@rebk5331]

Ty

[@truelove7751]

What are your thoughts on plant based protein powders? To have 2 scoops of this organic plant based protein powder after a good exercise workout? Thoughts?

[@jinimurray4090]

Dr., Please discuss thyroid/ iodine/ link to diabetes. Thank you

[@cathlynpollom2545]

The question of the egg most of the time overlooks the fact that the yolk and the whites have different properties. The yolk has the cholesterol true but the whites have lesthesine which balances out the negative effects of cholesterol to bind and balance to benefit the food given the body.

[@jazzbirdbecky]

Chuck is a great interviewer and good listener. 👍🏻👍🏻and Dr B always a master.

[@girlfriday1608]

I think the doctors been disproven on the egg theory

[@maril1379]

New subscriber !

[@vickyshe8065]

And many times cholesterol labs can be WNL, but arterial plaque will not be detected until an acute event happens. Arterial inflammation and plaque build up is something that is being missed during this podcast. Would be nice if you could address it at some point. Thank you

[@acer4237]

So true, I asked my dr for referral to cardiologist to get a calcification and/or particle size testing to try and see condition of arteries before agreeing to statins

[@bigcityjunglecatenvisageth1422]

@@acer4237: I would think that particular test involves intense levels of radiation and/or other awful invasive procedures. This is what scares me and puts me off from most tests (with due cause).

[@bribri2123]

Who can give any of these videos a thumbs down?? Great video as always!

[@rosecook7110]

Maybe those crazies on the keto diet who only eat meat and fats lol

[@peggysullivan5396]

Someone on keto

[@tiffanytate1528]

@@rosecook7110 True That! ...lol

[@fearfulsymmetry1]

I am not in keto,(never was).But these vegan doctors talk bullshits.The healthiest people of the planet are the Masais,carnivores, their saturated fats intake consists of 54% of their total diet.They even don't have decay .Why are the healthiest?Because they don't eat refined carbs,and fructose.And someone has to remind these "doctors "that a human body produces 3000mg of LDL daily,which is equivalent of 12 whole large eggs.If LDL was so bad,it wouldn't be produced by our own body. And also,romeone has to tell to these "doctors" of this channel that LDL is essential for the production of testosterone and estrogen in the human body.And someone also has to tell to these "doctors " that the PH of the stomach enzymes of all herbivores is >6.A lion's gastric PH is 2.5 A humans' is 1.7 .So,we are designed by nature to eat meat,as well.

[@TomTerrific]

I'd like to hear Dr. Barnard talk about Eskimos having an all meat diet, yet having low cholesterol. Thanks.

[@Scor-ah]

That info is old and not true, Northern native populations have high cholesterol if they eat high fat meat diets.

[@EmilyTienne]

@@Scor-ah source?

[@angellacothrell8306]

This is amazing so we really don't need to eat breakfast we all should go on until 12noon .base on this science facts#

[@christinapollock5163]

Amazing

[@Jennifer-ls5ke]

Doctor Barnard is now 78!! What the???? Amazing...

[@BQ900]

Are you sure?😮

[@LizRainey56]

What about eggs from a private farm? I know my chickens, and they run around free from sun up to sun down. They eat like chickens are meant to eat. Hardly any supplemental feed. The eggs even taste different. I need no salt and pepper with these.

[@powerbottomboi5255]

Does not matter if eggs came from Timbuktu, Africa, or your backyard. That doesn’t change the fact that they are eggs, and are the highest concentration of cholesterol. Stop trying to find more excuses for your bad habits.

[@cleverestx]

If you can't run well (as per the video), simply do casual walks for 1-2 miles a day, drinking lots of water throughout the day...huge positive differences by doing just that.

[@dianaperpignan1231]

Can you please explain why some people are doing well on carnivore or Keto diet ?

[@shishir1702]

Do i need some medication for dawn effect high blood sugar? It always in range between 135 to 150 at fasting (early morning ) where as PP is below 130

[@Right2Try]

I have heard that the dawn effect can be cured by eating earlier. Do you ofteneat late in the evening? Cutting off your eating early in the evening might work. Seems like it would at least be worth a try.

[@KJSvitko]

Be kind to people and animals.

[@PR-cq4zc]

Eat the way God intended. Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds. Read the bible, Genesis 1 and Daniel 1. Is Neil a Christian?

[@m.j.debruin3041]

And all of nature.☯️💚

[@leangroundbeef2322]

@@PR-cq4zc are you purposely leaving out the part in the bible where it says animals are for human use?

[@PR-cq4zc]

After the fall and after the flood, God allowed the eating of animals. Notice how the life spans were drastically shortened. Stop eating dead animals, visit a slaughterhouse, eat the way God intended, Genesis 1, Daniel 1

[@KJSvitko]

Population needs to be in balance with jobs, resources, nature and the environment. Humans are crowding out all other species of animals that we need to survive. Men need to be more responsible for their children of get a vasectomy.

[@dArtagnan712]

With somewhat incremental changes to a vegetarian, then mostly vegan diet, I've achieved reduction in cholesterol that my doctor considers phenomenal and I've maintained these results for about 15 months. However, I'm still having one egg and one slice of turkey bacon each morning. Do I still need to get rid of all cholesterol sources, or is my current intake okay, as long as my numbers remain good?

[@maesapolu1832]

I grew up in Samoa and we applied organic coconut oil on our skin anytime.. and I continue to do so with the Kirkland Organic Virgin Coconut Oil. What is your opinion Doctor Barnard?

[@justsaying1856]

I would think that would be just 🙂 fine

[@Lilanandadasa]

How do I submit a question to Dr. Neal Barnard?

[@girlfriday1608]

Always by pasture-raised not free range there is a difference

[@kevinross2581]

this doc has gone against many other nutritionists and doctors almost completely but he sounds as logical as them. I really dont know what to do now so I will eat a balanced diet, no processed food at all, tiny amount of alchohol, no processed oils and not to much fruit and not too much of any one food. Fucking hell!!

[@josearce4436]

I love coconut Milk.....and use avocado oil...

[@Bigfish1day]

What about fish like snapper and grouper which are light flaky meat with little fat?

[@regulardude2011]

I’ve started eating healthy (plant based diet) three days ago! I’m keeping it simple for now. I’ll do it for a month to see if I notice any difference. I have about 60lbs to lose. I’m 6ft 1 and 239lbs right now! Ask me in a month if I e made any progress:)

[@sarahmarriott9033]

Any progress these last two weeks?

[@regulardude2011]

Yes! I’m 225lbs, but all of that weigh loss might’ve been just water weight

[@jenl1107]

@@regulardude2011 I looked to see if you commented!! Great job 👍

[@laikaevelyn4478]

Just checking to see how you are doing in the moment

[@Marta_is_here]

Not sure I feel great about the answer to the post menopausal woman who is not losing weight. Can you elaborate on another video? Its my question also. And because I have FH I am pretty strict on myself about the no saturated fat thing etc.

[@annefitzgerald1744]

I agree. I would really like a more detailed response. I could use an entire episode on menopause!

[@bigcityjunglecatenvisageth1422]

Yep, going though the menopause is quite a harrowing time in many people's lives, and need all the help/support they can possibly get. But most docs act to trivialise this condition and play it down to a very large extent - telling the woman it is all in her mind (psychological) and denying the physical (government conspiracy).

[@WestVirginiaDee]

Dr. Mindy Pelz has some wonderful videos on menopause & losing weight. She's on youtube and Facebook both & I think Instagram? Anyway, I am 54 and have gone from 285 to 159.8. Today is 8/16/21 and my goal is 145. Good Luck on your Health Journey & Stay Blessed! 💘

[@Marta_is_here]

@@WestVirginiaDee I’ve watched some of her stuff. With FH and also genetically high lipo (a) I am uncomfortable eating saturated fat. I am a plant predominate pescatarian. I also find her a product pushing a little much. I do practice time restricted eating. But I appreciate your response and how awesome that you have lost so much weight! 👍

[@luckymeyer9635]

@@bigcityjunglecatenvisageth1422 Dr. are scared uneducated or embarassed. Stick with older female drs for that unique need.

[@tonyh.anderson2658]

The best show right here. I have friends doing keto and losing weight but many of them are dooming themselves to heart attacks and already two of them reverted back to their old ways keto is not sustainable for a true healthy lifestyle

[@rosecook7110]

I love how he mentions the free-range aspect and how it’s not really what we think.

[@ashleycbla]

The older lady who says she’s is not losing weight on wfpb, try cutting out the excess oils/sugar if not already. Also if you are not really overweight then that could also be why or if you take medications that cause weight changes. Maybe you can try raw wfpb for just a 3-4 weeks to get down to your goal weight as well. HIT workouts also help to tone and helps with weight loss as well.

[@lucibrdf1]

If she eats wfpb, then there's no oil or sugar at all, those are not whole foods

[@user-nn1lt1vv2b]

Please have a portion on chocolates.some scientists say that black chocs are very good for our health.

[@rebeccaford4707]

Thank you for dispelling the myth about soy beans. I took EstraSoy during that rough change in a woman's life, and probably only had 3 hot flashes.

[@zeppoleking]

Hi I’ve been eating eggs for 40 years I am now 67 years old and my cholesterol is 200 and I am at the best health in my life according to my blood test and my cardiologist told me I’m in great shape for my age can you help me with this problem about eggs meaning should I stop eating them

[@krawlb4walking802]

Thank you. 😘

[@veronicabe7902]

I really love the advise. I love making banana strawberry and fruit ice cream at night.

[@MJ31579]

Funny that as soon as the advice comes from a Dr, we need to listen without question. But the Dr's can't seem to agree.

[@VTVT1306]

I finally agree about eggs, after finding all kinds of excuses to eat them. After eating them for years in a clean diet, I finally developed angina pectoris.Didn’t do sugar and processed foods, it must have my daily eggs. I miss them but I am trying to be vegan now and cholesterol is much lower.

[@deliaocampo4340]

I eat everything but in moderation slim and trim eat yogurt everyday put some turmeric Ceylon cinnamon chia seeds and sprinkle some ground pepper always active and feeling good 🇸🇽🇺🇸

[@carris3000]

I desire to consume soy but I am concerned about the soy link to breast cancer. What are your thoughts on soy for people with family history of breast cancer?

[@swamprat9389]

After being on a predominately high carb whole food vegan diet for almost 8 years. I noticed that I feel like straight garbage when I eat too much fat 🤣 (especially saturated fat)

[@peggysullivan5396]

Did you gain weight with all the carbs

[@swamprat9389]

@@peggysullivan5396 lol no I went from eating a lot of junk to whole food plant based and leaned out a lot in the first few months.

[@elbarca223]

For the person who asked about cooking curry with coconut oil, you do not need coconut oil for cooking with curry. The only problem is for curry you need some type of oil or butter.

[@bigcityjunglecatenvisageth1422]

El Barca: For me personally, curry looks like diarrhoea - and smells not much better. Would never touch it. 😬😁💩

[@Laineyslife]

What about triglycerides? How do we lower that ?

[@acer4237]

I gave up Processed foods

[@dk491]

What is your opinion on 'The Wahls Protocol' by Terry Wahls, MD for reversing/curing Rheumatoid Arthritis/Autoimmune Disease ? It seems to go against your teachings !? Please, Please Advise !

[@bhutu1301]

I want to know about b12 defiencies in vegan people

[@lindalamb7512]

Can we eat fish- supposed to be good for omega?

[@Libb-oleffub]

How come that if the insuline receiptors are blocked by the cholesterol and fats, that they start working again when insulin is injected? You said the lock is blocked, can’t turn the key.

[@anarchy7741]

It just needs more

[@monokumannius4522]

Lololol. Just crazy logic by some "doctor". Insulin receptor isnt blocked at all. The mechanism of insulin resistance is that by constantly consuming too much carb and frequently eating, insulin is elevated most of the time and it causes your cell in the end to reject insulin. It is so much simplified actually. The real explanation can be found in Dr Jason Fung's, Dr Ekberg's and Dr Berg's channels

[@Libb-oleffub]

@@monokumannius4522 you mean sugar. Refined sugar. Not all carbs are bad most carbs are ok. It is the fat that causes insulin resistance.

[@mariepradel8740]

Î’m french,living in Paris. My problem : hypotension, less than 110, usually 100, someetimes around 80, even70 I am slim, on whole plant based since several year. What should i eat to make my blood pressure going up. I heard low pressure is not good at all. Thanks a lot, if u could give me some advice.

[@eucapsiolatina]

Eat what french people eat, cheese and wine....you will be happy.

[@magnetfisch]

Do you do sports? My blood pressure was always ~80/90 and I often felt dizzy. Sports helped me a lot to raise my blood pressure.

[@magnetfisch]

@@eucapsiolatina That doesn't help in the long term, dear. My blood pressure was very low even when I ate an omnivorous diet.

[@lindalamb7512]

Ask your doctor. Mine was low bp and I was dizzy - not feeling well. Could be circulation issue.

[@infora789]

How to get rid of helicobacter and reset stomach PH from 5 to 1?

[@cecagajic2464]

I have helicobacteria, too 🙄😕😔

[@amazinggrace5503]

Rule number one eat pasture raised eggs and uncurred bacon . Rule 2 don't eat cereal or sweets.

[@najmaimam7834]

How

[@josearce4436]

If cant use coconut,con milk,what milk should i use?? Almonds? Macademia?

[@celineh2433]

How do we get protein if we can’t eat beans

[@rebk5331]

Good morning. I juice sometimes. I hate to throw away the pulp. There are recipes for muffins or cookies using that pulp. What is your opinion? Thank you

[@sis_yd_jesuschrist]

Hi there, I take the pulp and add it to a smoothie

[@lf7065]

You can put it in your soup and stews, too, if it's all veggie pulp.

[@vickyshe8065]

You'd be surprised what a great flavor a green apple adds to a yellow lentil curry soup😊

[@rebk5331]

Ty everyone

[@sharit7970]

Just do smoothies instead; then you just blend up all the fiber and drink it.

[@MeaThreattoDemocracy]

Does Dr. Barnard talk about triglycerides, cell glycation, insulin resistance and weight gain from a plant based carbohydrate diet? Humans are able to metabolize saturated fats without the need of insulin. I read alot of articles that stress the ratio of triglycerides/ HDL is the new cornerstone of determining risk for cardio-vascular disease. I wouldn't jump on either bandwagon just yet.

[@mildreddiaz6435]

Hi Dr. Barnard I have a question? I consumed soy products for many years. But developed many health issues such as uterine fibroids and breast nodules I understand soy is high in estrogen levels. I feel that soy might not be safe for everyone. I use to swear by it like I said ate it for many years but had to stop.,what could you tell me? I use to enjoy it. I’m older now but don’t dare to eat anything that contains soy in it . I have eliminated any product that has any form of soy ingredient in it. Would like to know your opinion on this matter.

[@mildreddiaz6435]

Thank you.

[@caulinaleacock]

First time viewer from the Caribbean, quite informative. However I cannot recall any sayings on drinks consumption. Thanks kindly.

[@maryyayamorgan8080]

Hi Dr. Barnard, I have been on a plant base diet for four months, but my blood pressure is still high. What can I do to reduce my high blood pressure?

[@peggysullivan5396]

Could be hereditary , your age , menopause and insulin resistance

[@sharit7970]

He had a video dealing with that, hibiscus tea is helpful; anything in that 'astringent' family; but you need to drink it regularly. Check out nutritionfacts.org with hibiscus tea and blood pressure also. : )

[@juvysmith8544]

According to that Australian lady who also explains about health, I forgot her name. She covers many aspects in life. She said Cayenne pepper is good for blood pressure. It is even good for ulcer. It is worth a try. XXX

[@acer4237]

I had that problem and used food that were high in potassium and low in salt to red ice my numbers, also started walking more and meditating plus I stopped checking my blood pressure every day to stop anxiety

[@ellapresley8634]

@@juvysmith8544 Also "flax seeds and tumeric powder"

[@marcchatow9516]

We've been so brainwashed by the meat & cheese industry!

[@mementomori29231]

I'd say most people are brainwashed that fat makes you fat. Its been shown that the China study was manipulated to selectively show that fat makes you fat. Now decades after the low fat diet revolution people are fatter and sicker than ever in history. We need real science to show us the truth.

[@LashusJourney]

Proverbs 14:6 A scoffer seeks wisdom and does not find it, but knowledge is easy to him who understands.

[@arnomanet3371]

it's very interesting, what I feel is that when I eat only plants I feel good, however I still eat eggs O3, olive oil, chocolate and even cod liver oil! What's going on?

[@bigcityjunglecatenvisageth1422]

alex: I've been going a little bit bonkers for choccies myself recently. I know it's not good but feels like such a treat and gives me comfort.

[@lisak.5707]

My BMI is 18.0. I have been on a plant-based diet for around 3 months (thanks to Dr Barnard!) , feel great, lots of energy. However, my weight continues to go down. Is a BMI lower than 18 a problem? I'm 1,79m and currently weigh 58kg....

[@Luczadee]

You could start a weight lifting program (if you aren't already). That way you can lose the body fat and stay at a healthy weight

[@Test-eb9bj]

I am sorry but irritated by your question about bmi - assuming that you have a certain motivation/background turning plant based for health reasons. You are underweight but not a problem related to plant foods per de. You just have to adapt to more calorie dense food like beans , starches (potatoes, pasta, rice) nuts/seeds, tahini to gain weight and proper, energy fueling nutrition.

[@swamprat9389]

I've been vegan for almost 8 years and my bmi is around 24

[@Luczadee]

Not everyone is perfect as soon as they start guys... it's a journey and a learning process

[@dj-fe4ck]

I'm only 5'8" and 120 pounds or 55kg and I eat 2000-3500 calories a day. I can eat 2000-3000 calories of grains or legumes in one meal. I easily eat 3000 calories of whole wheat pasta in one meal. Same with quinoa. Potatoes and sweet potatoes about 2000 calories in one meal.

[@irenehidalgo9066]

How can I lower my sugar I’m pre diabetes I want to lower it I had a mild heart attack and I’m in cholesterol pills and high blood pressure

[@josearce4436]

Does flax or chia affects mens testosterone?

[@dArtagnan712]

Doing an online search regarding the viability of egg substitutes, I find that the returned results are evasive, in that they do not address the question as posed. This tells me that they're hiding something; either that egg substitutes are not healthy or that they don't want you to find viable egg substitutes. Your thoughts, please.

[@evelynburley6106]

I eat very little meat but have a B12 problem and gained 10 lbs staying away from meat.. Cuz I’m to hungry w/o it..

[@luckymeyer9635]

Eat meat alone ,no added foods with it..When you crave meat,eat it. Try not to eat after 6pm or dark. Melatonin kicks in & digestion slows waaay down.

[@josearce4436]

Sugar ? In veggies/ fruits,go slower in bloodstream slower than the one in cocacola. .