Aging

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 26, Part 2
March 28, 2022
Will newer vaccines be better tolerated by those with autoimmune disorders? Vegetable sources of Omega 3 reduce heart risk; The type of fats kids consume impacts their asthma severity; Natural support for prostatitis; Are there alternatives to meds for atrial fibrillation? Cranberry extract improves circulation; Study confirms almonds smooth out wrinkles; Artificial sweeteners associated with heightened cancer risk. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Allergies and Reflux
March 23, 2022
Bicycling in Arizona; Will NAC protect me from CAT scan radiation? What about contrast with MRI?; What medication should I take to wean off Prolia?; Does Hydroxyzine HCl fall into the category of sleep aids that can cause Alzheimer's?; My 7-year-old son has many allergies and reflux. What would you recommend that's not simply a band-aid? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 12, Part 2
March 14, 2022
The mystery of near-zero Alzheimer’s in Amazon tribes; Lead exposure may have shrunk IQs of half of Americans. What is glyphosate, and why avoid it? Pre- vs. Pro- vs. Post-biotics; CBD—is it good for shoulder pain? Study reveals attendance in pre-K ups likelihood of behavioral problems; Mindfulness training in expectant moms relieves stress—for offspring! Ubiquitous plant polyphenol halts SARSCoV-2 in it tracks; Eat less to age less. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In: How well is your fat functioning?
March 11, 2022
How well is your fat functioning? Plus, selenium may reduce memory loss.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Too Much Turmeric?
March 9, 2022
Will dried banana flakes work as well as Banatrol for frequent bowel movements or diarrhea?; Would you recommend N-acetyl glucosamine for Multifocal Motor Neuropathy?; Is it safe to take another dose of the Shingrix vaccine all over again?; Why doesn't Consumer Lab test many of the supplements you recommend?; How much is too much turmeric? Can it increase risk of kidney stones?; Where can I get the anti-aging drug Rapamycin? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 5, Part 1
March 7, 2022
A post-mortem on the pandemic: Vaccine protection wanes, natural immunity is durable, why minimally vaxxed 3rd worlders weathered Omicron better than Western peers, shots deliver sketchy benefits in young kids, cloth masks allow 90% of viral particles through, party-line vote in Senate on ending the Covid emergency, mandates withdrawn worldwide, nature afforded mental health respite during lockdown, SOTU unveils impractical test-to-treat Covid strategy; Supplements for arthritis; Which magnesium is best for sleep? Vitamin D2 vs. D3—new study sheds light on different impacts on immunity. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 26, Part 2
February 28, 2022
The long shadow of Covid; Exercise, diet rich in polyphenols, sleep protect aging brain; Are statins necessary after a TIA? Mediterranean vs. Keto vs. carnivore diet; Are pets a boon for brain health? Long Covid brain fog responds to electrical stimulation. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Shaky Hands
February 23, 2022
Highlights from the Integrative Healthcare Symposium; My friend is a professional musician and suffers from shaky hands. What is the cause and the treatment?; Can you comment on the JAMA article that discusses sleep aids and dementia? Should I stop taking melatonin?; Israeli study offers strongest proof yet of Vitamin D's power to fight covid. Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 19, Part 2
February 21, 2022
Solutions for peripheral arterial disease; Does soda accelerate kidney function loss? First-ever studies prove diet, lifestyle can slow, even reverse, aging clock; Researchers identify gut microbe metabolite that prompts anxiety; Amid lockdowns and mask mandates, CDC quietly lowers standards for toddlers’ speech acquisition; Fight frailty with an anti-inflammatory diet. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

A Potentially Potent Anti-Aging Therapy, Part 1
February 17, 2022
Ross Pelton, the Natural Pharmacist, discusses his new book, “RAPAMYCIN mTOR AUTOPHAGY & Treating “mTOR Syndrome.” Could a drug used to prevent organ rejection extend life? Pelton shares exciting results from early trials suggesting that Rapamycin might be a potent anti-aging therapy. Other natural nutraceuticals and lifestyle measures may act on the mTOR pathway. Modern lifestyles interfere with autophagy, the body’s natural “rest and reset” mechanism; fasting, caloric restriction, sleep, and exercise may reinvigorate autophagy, reducing the risk of many degenerative diseases, and ultimately extending life. Click HERE for part 2.