Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
WEBClick on the links below to register (or to get more information)! The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is a nonprofit health organization that promotes preventive medicine, conducts clinical research, and encourages higher standards for ethics and effectiveness in research and medical training.
President - Neal Barnard, MD, FACC - Physicians Committee for ...
WEBNeal Barnard, MD, FACC, is an Adjunct Professor of Medicine at the George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, DC, and President of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. Dr. Barnard has led numerous research studies investigating the effects of diet on diabetes, body weight, …
Health Concerns About Dairy - Physicians Committee for …
WEBSkin Health. Dairy is associated with an increased risk of acne. Just one glass of cow’s milk each day increases the odds of acne by 41%. 12 Dairy has also been identified as a common trigger for chronic, inflammatory skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. 13-14 Drinking milk is associated with shortened telomeres (the caps on your ...
Human Experimentation: An Introduction to the Ethical Issues
WEBThe Ethical Landscape. Ethical issues in human research generally arise in relation to population groups that are vulnerable to abuse. For example, much of the ethically dubious research conducted in poor countries would not occur were the level of medical care not so limited. Similarly, the cruelty of the Tuskegee experiments clearly reflected ...
Diabetes - Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
WEBThe Underlying Cause of Type 2 Diabetes: Fat Accumulation Inside the Cells. Many people believe type 2 diabetes is a result of eating too much sugar, but it’s a lot more complex than that. Insulin is a hormone secreted from the pancreas, specifically from beta cells in the pancreas, in response to rising blood sugar levels after we eat.
Nurses Nutrition Network - Physicians Committee for Responsible …
WEBNurses Nutrition Network. Advocate for healthy communities by sharing our tools and resources on the health benefits of a plant-based diet. Advocate for healthy communities by sharing these tools with your patients and professional contacts. These resources help nurses, advanced practice nurses, and nurse practitioners demonstrate to patients ...
7 Ways a Vegan Diet Fights Cancer - Physicians Committee for ...
WEBFeb 4, 2021 · 1. Fill Up on Fiber. Plant foods contain fiber, which helps remove excess hormones that could lead to certain types of cancer, including breast and prostate cancer. Fiber also helps to remove waste from the digestive system, which can play a role in preventing colorectal cancer. Eating a fiber-rich diet can also help you achieve a healthy ...
Parents' Guide to Building Better Bones - Physicians Committee for ...
WEBOranges, bananas, potatoes, and many other fruits, vegetables, and beans are all rich sources of potassium. Magnesium, like calcium, is an important bone mineral. Studies have shown higher magnesium intakes to be associated with stronger bones. “Beans and greens”—legumes and green leafy vegetables—are excellent sources of magnesium.
Nutrition CME - Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
WEBFood for Life classes teach you how to improve your health with a plant-based diet. PCRM is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization. Tax ID 52-1394893. Build your nutrition knowledge with free online continuing education courses. Accredited for doctors, nurses, health coaches, and dietitians.
Find A Doctor | Laurie Marbas, MD - Physicians Committee for ...
WEBLaurie Marbas, MD, MBA is a double board certified family medicine and lifestyle medicine physician, who has been utilizing food as medicine since 2012. She is the co-founder and chief medical officer of Mora Medical (mora.com) which offers physician led medical groups that employ the power of lifestyle medicine to help patients achieve health.