Archives of past webcasts:

Nov. 13: World Diabetes Day: Shop for Health!
Join the PCRM diabetes team as they show their awareness for diabetes by going blue for World Diabetes Day on Friday, Nov. 14, 2008; Host Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., discusses PCRM's diabetes resources and activities related to Diabetes Awareness Month; Caroline Trapp, M.S.N., C.D.E., and Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., take you grocery shopping and teach you how to shop for foods that can help prevent and control diabetes.

Nov. 6: Special Feature: Diabetes Awareness Month
Neal Barnard, M.D., discusses NIH-funded research on diet and highlights A New Approach to Nutrition for Diabetes, PCRM's new DVD on the benefits of a vegetarian diet in the prevention and control of diabetes; Host Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., reviews statistics on diabetes in the U.S. and recommends resources for patients and clinicians to help viewers prevent diabetes-and other chronic diseases-and improve diabetes control.

Oct. 30: Trick or Treat? A Halloween Special on Building Healthy Kids
Caroline Trapp, M.S.N., C.D.E., director of diabetes education for PCRM, discusses Building Healthy Kids, a school fundraiser idea; Co-host Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., quizzes the audience on the healthiest treats to hand out at Halloween; Co-host Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., joins Jill to recommend healthy items to pass out this Halloween. In the kitchen, Jill and Susan whip up a Pumpkin Smoothie and Breakfast Sweet Potato Pudding.

Oct. 23: Shining Light on Vitamin D
Neal Barnard, M.D., discusses vitamin D; Co-host Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., quizzes the audience on sources of vitamin D; Co-host Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., provides an overview of supplements and foods that contain vitamin D. In the kitchen, Jill Ovnik, a cooking instructor for The Cancer Project, prepares Pasta with Lentil Marinara Sauce.

Oct. 16: Shake the Salt Habit! Understanding Sodium
Neal Barnard, M.D., discusses sodium; Co-hosts Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., quiz the audience on low- versus high-sodium foods and recommend low-sodium groceries; In the kitchen, Jill Ovnik, a cooking instructor for The Cancer Project, prepares Steamed Asparagus with Raspberry Sauce.

Oct. 9: Follow Your Gut: A Lesson on Probiotics
Neal Barnard, M.D., discusses probiotics; What's in your shopping cart? Co-hosts Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., recommend foods that support a healthy gut and explain the difference between probiotics and prebiotics; In the kitchen, Robyn Webb prepares Spanish Bulgur.

Oct. 2: Setting the Record Straight on Soy Controversies
Neal Barnard, M.D., discusses common soy controversies; What's in your shopping cart? Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., recommends healthy soy options to add to your next shopping list; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., provides soy nutrition at a glance; In the kitchen, Jill Ovnik, a cooking instructor for The Cancer Project, will prepare Berry Mousse.

Sept. 25: Stop the Havoc of Diabetes: One Woman’s Success Story
On this week’s Food for Life TV, Stephanie Zeman reveals how she successfully reversed her diabetes—and the painful symptoms and complications she was experiencing; in the kitchen, Executive Chef  Karel Leemkuil will make Summer Vegan Star Salad; co-hosts Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., take you on a tour of PCRM’s ultimate nutrition resource, NutritionMD.org, and its guides on how to make over your diet, answers to specific nutrition questions, and delicious recipes.

Sept. 18: Let's Eat Out! Overcoming the Dining-Out Dilemma
This week's Food for Life TV episode features a special restaurant visit with Jill Ovnik, a cooking instructor for The Cancer Project, who will also prepare Cherry Tomato and Brown Rice Salad with Artichoke Hearts; co-hosts Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., quiz the audience and discuss additional resources for finding vegetarian-friendly restaurants.

Sept. 11: Is Your Destination Diabetes? Learn One Couple's Change of Course
This must-see Food for Life TV episode features a special interview with Julie Leemkuil, who shares how a low-fat vegan diet has saved her life; Executive Chef Karel Leemkuil prepares Julie's Fresh Garden Vegetable Asian-Style Soup; co-hosts Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., discuss the Get Healthy Club.

Sept. 4: Eating for Energy
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives advice on how to get the most mileage out of food; co-hosts Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., quiz the audience and review Quantum Wellness by Kathy Freston; Jill demonstrates how to make a Kale Pear Smoothie.

Aug. 28: Our Neglected Friends: Green Leafy Vegetables
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture about green leafy vegetables; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., answer your questions; Susan shares a success story; Lisa Davis demonstrates how to make Kwick Kale.

August 21: Type 1 Diabetes
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture on type 1 diabetes; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., shares a success story and discusses news about bariatric surgery; Lisa Davis demonstrates how to make Red Bean Casserole.

August 14: The Low Cost of Healthy Eating
Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., give a lecture on the low cost of healthy eating; Lisa Davis demonstrates how to make Potato Cabbage Stew. Chef Jason Wyrick at www.veganculinaryexperience.com created this week’s recipe. Read more about this recipe, including Chef Jason Wyrick’s special notes (PDF).

August 7: Diet and Cancer Survival
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture on diet and cancer survival; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., reviews The Survivor's Handbook; Chef Robyn Webb demonstrates how to make Spinach, Orange, and Beet Salad.

July 31: Diabetes Around the World
What can we learn from diabetes research outside of the United States? Quite a bit! Nutrition authority and published author Brenda Davis, R.D., discusses her ongoing, U.S. government-funded research on the Marshall Islands, where a low-cost, plant-based diet has had a profound effect on the population.

July 24: A New Understanding of Back Pain
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture on back pain; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., present a Q&A; Lisa Davis demonstrates how to make Oatmeal Drop Scones.

July 17: Diabetes Around the World-India
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture about diabetes in India; Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., presents "What's In Your Cart: Chickpeas and Indian Curry Spices"; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., reviews restaurant menus; Lisa Davis demonstrates how to make Aloo Gobi.

July 10: Headaches and Migraines
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture on headaches and migraines; Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., presents a book review; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., presents “In the News”; Lisa Davis demonstrates how to make Low Fat Guacamole.

July 3: Feeding the Family
Jennifer Reilly, R.D., gives a lecture on feeding the family; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., review the book Vegan Lunch Box, Susan and Jill show you how to cancer proof your children’s lunchbox; Lisa Davis and her daughter demonstrate how to make Lentil Artichoke Stew.

June 26: The Glycemic Index
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture on the glycemic index; Caroline Trapp, M.S.N., C.D.E., presents "Monitoring your Blood Sugar" and a Q&A; Lisa Davis demonstrates how to make Breakfast Scramble.

June 19: What Do You Have to Lose?
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture on diet and weight loss; Caroline Trapp, M.S.N., C.D.E., presents: Know Your Numbers, Part II; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., present "What's In Your Cart: Carrots and Hummus"; Robyn Webb demonstrates how to make Spinach, Orange, and Beet Salad.

June 12: The Science Behind a New Diet for Diabetes
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture on the science behind a new diet for diabetes; Caroline Trapp, M.S.N., C.D.E., presents: Know Your Numbers; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., share a success story and answer your questions; Lisa Davis demonstrates Low-Fat Guacamole.

June 5: A New Approach to Diabetes
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture a new approach to diabetes; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., answer your questions; Jill demonstrates 4 Day/4 Way Rice and Beans.

May 29: Digestive Disorders (Part II):
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture about digestive disorders; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., answer your questions; Susan reviews the book Foods that Fight Pain; Lisa Davis demonstrates Creamy Root Soup.

May 22: Digestive Disorders (Part I)
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture about digestive disorders; Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., reviews the cookbook Greens and Grains on the Deep Blue Sea, Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., presents "In the News: prostate cancer"; Lisa Davis demonstrates Hoppin' John Salad.

May 15: "Our Friend the Bean" by Dr. Neal Barnard
"What's in Your Cart? Beans on a Budget" with Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C.; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., reviews the book Feeding the Family, and also presents "What's in the News?"; Lisa Davis is in the PCRM Kitchen demonstrating Curried Lentil Soup.

May 8: Healthy Eating for Teenagers
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture on healthy eating for teenagers; Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., presents “What’s In Your Cart: Convenience Foods for Teens”; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., presents “In the News”; Chef Robyn Webb demonstrates how to make Lemon Couscous.

May 1: How the Food Pyramid Came to Be by Neal Barnard
Recipe by Chef Robyn Webb: Spicy Asian Broth with Shitake, Oyster and Cremini mushrooms; Book Review: Food and Politics by Marian Nestle; In the News by Susan Levin

April 24: The Dairy Industry's Weight Loss Claims
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture on the dairy industry’s weight loss claims; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., presents a Q&A and shares success stories; Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., demonstrates how to make Chocolate Cherry Nirvana Smoothie.

April 17: Dairy: Why It’s Not a Good Choice
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture on dairy products and health; Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., presents “What’s In Your Cart: Dairy Alternatives”; Chef Robyn Webb demonstrates how to make Mediterranean Salad with Balsamic Syrup Vinaigrette.

April 3: The Low Cost of Healthy Eating
Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., give a lecture on the low cost of healthy eating; Lisa Davis demonstrates how to make Potato Cabbage Stew. Chef Jason Wyrick at www.veganculinaryexperience.com created this week’s recipe. Read more about this recipe, including Chef Jason Wyrick’s special notes (PDF).

March 26: A New Understanding of Back Pain
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture on back pain; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., present a Q&A; Lisa Davis demonstrates how to make Oatmeal Drop Scones.

March 20: Vegan Myths (Part III): Vitamin B12
Valerie Hoover discusses common myths about vitamin B12 and vegan diets in the third part of an ongoing series about vegan diet myths; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., presents a Q&A; Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., presents “What’s In Your Cart”; Lisa Davis demonstrates how to make Chocolate Bonbons.

March 13: Vegan Myths (Part II): Calcium
Valerie Hoover discusses common myths about calcium and vegan diets in the second part of an ongoing series about vegan diet myths; Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., presents “What’s In Your Cart: Kale, tofu, soy milk, and other foods high in calcium”; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., shares a success story; Lisa Davis demonstrates how to make Broccoli Salad.

Feb. 14: Vegan Myths (Part I): Protein
Valerie Hoover discusses common myths about protein and vegan diets in the first part of an ongoing series about vegan diet myths; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., presents “In the News”; Chef Robyn Webb demonstrates how to make “Un” Apple Pie.

Feb. 7: Type 1 Diabetes
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture on type 1 diabetes; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., shares a success story and discusses news about bariatric surgery; Lisa Davis demonstrates how to make Red Bean Casserole.

Jan. 31: Our Neglected Friends: Green Leafy Vegetables
Neal Barnard, M.D., gives a lecture about green leafy vegetables; Susan Levin, M.S., R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., answer your questions; Susan shares a success story; Lisa Davis demonstrates how to make Kwick Kale.

Jan. 3: New Year’s Resolutions
Dr. Barnard presents New Year’s Resolutions That Actually Stick; Susan Levin, R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., share their own New Year’s resolutions and your success stories, and Lisa Davis is in the PCRM Kitchen preparing Parsnip Mashed Potatoes.

12/20/07: Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 by Dr. Neal Barnard, M.D.; Lisa Davis in the PCRM Kitchen with Penne Pasta with Kale, Tomatoes, and Olives; Susan Levin, R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., share your success stories; and “What’s in Your Cart?" by Jill Eckart.

12/13/07: How the Winter Blues Can Tringger Overeating, and What to Do About It
Dr. Barnard presents “How the Winter Blues Can Tringger Overeating, and What to Do About It”; Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., on the book, Becoming Vegan by Brenda Davis, R.D, and with a success story; and Lisa Davis is in the PCRM Kitchen with a Fiesta Salad.

11/29/07: Total Health at the Theatre
Neal Barnard, M.D. presents "A New Diet for Diabetes"; Chef Robyn Webb cooks Moroccan Chickpea Salad, Asian Tofu, and Southwestern Barley and Corn Salad. This presentation was filmed live at the AFI Silver Theatre in October 2006.

11/22/007: Happy Thanksgiving!
Dr. Barnard presents, “Healthy Eating During Work, Travel and Holidays”; Susan Levin, R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., share success stories and “Vegan Foods We Are Grateful For”; PCRM Cooking Instructor Lisa Davis prepares Yams With Cranberries and Apples.

11/15/07: In the Kitchen Special. To help you prepare healthy dishes for the holidays, Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., takes you into the kitchen with four recipes—Autumn Stew, No-Meat Loaf, Breakfast Sweet Potato Pudding, and Sauteed Rainbow Chard—perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and special occasions.

11/08/07: Strong Bones
Neal Barnard, M.D., discusses osteoporosis; What’s in Your Cart?: A Variety of Greens with Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C.; Dining Out Italian Style with Eckart and Susan Levin, R.D.; Levin shares your success stories; and Dulcie Ward, R.D., demonstrates Easy Veggie Fajitas.

11/01/07: Get Inspired, or Re-Inspired
Neal Barnard, M.D., answers the question, “Why do you recommend 100% vegan instead of the popular ‘Everything in Moderation’?”; John Beale shares his experience with a diet change and diabetes; Caroline Trapp, N..P, C.D.E. with Three-Ingredient Amazing Black Bean Chili in a Crock Pot; Susan Levin, R.D., and Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., answer your nutrition questions.

10/25/07: Food Politics: Neal Barnard, M.D., explains why the foods that are so unhealthy are so inexpensive and widely available. PCRM, founded by Dr. Barnard, is committed to your health education AND to improved public policy. See what you can do to prevent another generation from experiencing preventable chronic diseases.

10/18/07: Foods that Fight Pain: All about Arthritis with Dr. Barnard; What’s In Your Cart: Beverages with Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C.; Q & A with Susan Levin, R.D., and Caroline Trapp, N.P., demonstrates her recipe for Grains, Beans and Greens in a Rice Cooker.

10/11/07: Foods and Kidney Health: Dr. Barnard discusses diabetes, dietary protein, and kidney disease; Jill Eckart, C.H.H.C., shares some vegan convenience foods that won’t stress your kidneys; Dulcie Ward, R.D., demonstrates Mayan Black Bean Soup; and Susan Levin, R.D., answers your questions and shares a success story.

10/04/07: Nutrition And Cancer Video Series “Nutrition and Breast Cancer Survival”

9/20/07: "Cholesterol" What the Numbers Mean: Dr. Barnard on How to Read Your Cholesterol Test Results; Your Questions and Success Stories; What We Ate Today; Caroline Trapp, N.P., asks "Avandia – Should You Worry?"; and Dulcie Ward, R.D., prepares Easy Veggie Fajitas.

9/06/07: Your Questions Answered
What's Wrong With Dairy?; Make-Ahead Bean Burgers; What's In Your Cart (Get Your Calcium!)?; and we devote the rest of the show to answering the questions submitted online.

8/16/07: Methods to Overcome Food Cravings
Dr. Barnard presents: “When Food Feels Like an Addictive Substance”’; NP Caroline Trapp presents what you should know about the new inhaled insulin;  Jill Eckart, CHHC, on the book Breaking the Food Seduction; Dulcie Ward, R.D., demonstrates Berry Mousse; and your questions, challenges, and success stories.

8/09/07: Blood Pressure Basics
All About Blood Pressure by Neal Barnard; How to Monitor Blood Pressure by Caroline Trapp; Your Questions and Success Stories with Susan Levin; Chocolate Banana Smoothie Recipe by Dulcie Ward; Cows’ Milk Alternatives with Kate Oakland

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