How Bad Are Processed Foods and Should They Be Avoided Entirely?

In this thought-provoking episode, the Plant Based Coaches—Richard Hubbard, Dr. Suzanne Foxx, and Rob Lee—sit down with world-renowned physician and researcher Dr. Neal Barnard to discuss the dangers of processed foods. Are they all harmful? Should we avoid them completely? Dr. Barnard shares his expert insights on what the science actually says about processed foods and how they impact everything from diabetes and body weight to hormonal health and chronic pain.Dr. Neal Barnard, MD, FACC, is an Adjunct Professor of Medicine at the George Washington University School of Medicine and President of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM). He has led groundbreaking research—including studies funded by the NIH—that demonstrate how dietary changes can reverse type 2 diabetes and improve overall health. Dr. Barnard has authored over 100 scientific publications and 20 books, and is a leading voice in the movement to make nutrition a central part of modern medical care.He is also the founder of the Barnard Medical Center and a driving force behind the inclusion of plant-based diets in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. His work continues to shape the future of preventive medicine and nutrition policy nationwide.👉 Learn more about Dr. Barnard: https://www.pcrm.org/about-us/staff/neal-barnard-md-facc📘 Check out his latest book The Power Foods Diet: https://a.co/d/6EbzwGqFollow Dr. Barnard on social media:Twitter: @DrNealBarnardFacebook: @NealBarnardMDInstagram: @DrNealBarnardHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.