Episode 30: Conversations Creating Change

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Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!

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Episode 29: The Legacy of Today's Choices

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In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford sits down with his daughter, Hailey, for a candid conversation about the role parents play in shaping their children’s relationship with sports, health, and wellness. Together, they discuss the value of letting kids explore movement without pressure, the life lessons that come through athletics, and the importance of staying active as adults. Dr. Crawford shares personal stories from his own family and reflects on how those experiences deepened his perspective on balance, resilience, and being present. At its heart, this episode is about the lasting impact of leading by example and building a lifestyle of health that can carry forward to the next generation.

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Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!

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Episode 28: When Politics Shape Our Plates

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In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford explores how America’s health crisis is tied to more than personal choices. It’s rooted in the food pyramid, inflation, and politics. He explains how decades of guidelines shaped by lobbying and economics have made cheap, processed foods the norm, while chronic disease rates keep climbing. The conversation challenges us to rethink whether the system was ever designed to make us truly healthy.

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Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!

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Episode 27: Playing the Hand You’re Dealt

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In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford sits down with his son, Houston, to talk about what it’s like to be hit with a diagnosis that flips life upside down. Together, they unpack the mix of fear, strength, and even humor that comes with facing something you can’t control. It’s a raw and relatable conversation about resilience, perspective, and learning how to play the hand you’re dealt.

Show Notes:

• ​(0:00) - Introduction Of Houston Crawford And His Rare Diagnosis
• ​(5:32) - Houston’s Childhood: Family, School, ADHD Challenges
• ​(9:39) - I Am More Than My Diagnosis
• ​(16:38) - Continuing To Live Life At It’s Fullest Despite Health Realities
• ​(19:31) - The Dream? Space!
• ​(21:55) - Chasing The Stars Wherever He Goes
• ​(25:28) - You’re Responsible For Your Health
• ​(27:59) - I’m Here Right Now, So Let’s Make The Most Of This Thing
• ​(33:47) - Houston’s Philosophy: Live Fully Alongside Jesus

About Your Host:

Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!

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Episode 26: What If It's All Been A Big Fat Lie?

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In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford discusses how an article that was written in 2002 is still relevant today. He encourages intellectual curiosity and explains how your health is in your hands, despite the good (or bad) intentions of the government.

Show Notes:

• (0:00) - What If It’s All Been A Big Fat Lie?

• (2:36) - USDA’s Food Pyramid Vs Atkins Diet’s Food Pyramid

• (5:04) - The Government, Fat-Free Products, And High-Carb Diets

• (8:55) - Just Listen To The Data

• (10:36) - The Critiques Of Dr Atkins And The Lack Of Intellectual Curiosity

• (13:48) - MyPlate

• (14:46) - Dr. Atkins And Richard Veech

• (18:03) - Your Health Is In Your Hands, Contact Us!

About Your Host:

Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!

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Episode 25: The Atkins and Dukan Diets.

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In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford explores the foundations of both the Atkins and Dukan diets, detailing how each emphasizes reduced carbohydrate intake but differs in structure by highlighting Atkins’s phased approach versus Dukan’s four distinct phases. He then encourages listeners to choose the approach that best fits their personal lifestyle, emphasizing adherence and sustainability above all.

Show Notes:

• (0:00) - Introduction To The Diets
• (2:44) - The Atkins Diet
• (4:12) - Protein & Fats Vs. Carbohydrates
• (5:19) - Phases Of The Atkins Diet
• (8:27) - The Dukan Diet (All 4 Phases)
• (14:19) - What Happened To Dr. Atkins and Dr. Dukan?
• (17:03) - Just Adhere To The Diet That Works Best For You
• (18:03) - Dr. Crawford’s Favorite Diet Of All

About Your Host:

Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!

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Episode 24: The Pritikin and Ornish Diets.

About This Episode:

In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford breaks down the foundations of both the Pritikin and Ornish diets, emphasizing how each prioritizes whole foods, plant-forward eating, and heart‑healthy habits. He spells out subtle, but important differences in their fat and fiber guidelines while offering a clear “go/stop/caution” framework to help listeners assess when each approach may be most appropriate based on individual health goals and metabolic needs.

Show Notes:

• (0:00) - Intro
• (4:25) - What Is The Pritikin Diet?
• (7:13) - The Why Behind Nathan Pritikin’s Diet
• (9:35) - Go Foods, Stop Foods, And Caution Foods
• (11:13) - Major Cons And Outcomes Of This Cardiac Rehab Diet
• (12:43) - The Current Pritikin Institute & It’s Lifestyle Change
• (13:34) - Nathan Pritikin’s Journey With Leukemia
• (14:50) - The Ornish Diet By Dr. Dean Ornish
• (17:15) - Dr. Crawford’s Thoughts On Both Of These Diets
• (18:14) - Contact Us!

About Your Host:

Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!

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Episode 22: The Paleo Diet.

About This Episode:

In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford breaks down the core tenets of the paleo diet, tracing its roots from the Paleolithic through Neolithic periods and explaining what that translates into in today’s dietary habits, including insights on legumes, antioxidants, and the scientific evidence behind it. He also covers both the advantages and drawbacks of the diet and encourages listeners to thoughtfully weigh its practicality and sustainability in their own lives.

Show Notes:

• • (0:00) - Intro To The Paleo Diet
  • (2:43) - Paleolithic Age To Neolithic Age
  • (5:28) - The Paleolithic Diet As We Know It
  • (8:26) - What Are Legumes?
  • (10:05) - Advantages And Disadvantages Of The Paleo Diet
  • (11:08) - What Are Antioxidants?
  • (13:52) - The Science Behind The Diet
  • (16:04) - Embrace The Changes
  • (18:13) - Contact Us!

About Your Host:

Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!

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