Clinical Focus

Clinical Focus: Kidney Stones, Part 2
September 10, 2014
Dr. Hoffman continues his talk on Kidney Stones: the causes, the misconceptions and the treatments.

Progress Report: Hoffman Center Dispensary Manager Grimaldy Vargas, Part 1
September 3, 2014
Grimaldy Vargas details her preparation for yet another grueling Spartan Race. What program of exercise, nutrition, and supplementation is propelling her conquest over chronic fatigue and underweight? We profile whey protein—what is it, what are its health benefits, can it be taken by those with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance, and why is it beneficial? Does it boost athletic performance? Dr. Hoffman shares his favorite recipes for whey protein shakes.

Progress Report: Hoffman Center Dispensary Manager Grimaldy Vargas, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his talk about chronic fatigue and underweight, and he profiles whey protein.

Clinical Focus: Barrett’s Esophagus, Part 1
August 27, 2014
How prevalent is Barrett’s Esophagus? If you have it, how likely are you to get esophageal cancer? Is all that screening necessary? What are the downsides of using powerful acid-blocking drugs for the rest of your life? What dietary and lifestyle factors contribute to risk of esophageal cancer? What natural supplements can prevent it? What developments are on the horizon for detection, monitoring and treatment of Barrett’s? Is it possible to reverse Barrett’s using natural methods?

Clinical Focus: Barrett’s Esophagus, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his discussion on Barrett's Esophagus.

Clinical Focus: Colon Cancer, Part 1
August 20, 2014
This week’s Clinical Focus is on natural prevention and treatment of colon cancer: what dietary factors prevent or promote colon cancer? Is red meat the culprit? Does taking fiber help? What about exercise—can you “race for the cure” of colon cancer? Could a revolutionary new test that’s just been approved this month revolutionize detection of colon cancer, and maybe even supplant the need for routine colonoscopies? In part 2, we look at specific supplements that can ward off colon cancer.

Clinical Focus: Colon Cancer, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his talk on the natural prevention and treatment of colon cancer, with a look at specific supplements that can ward off the disease.

Clinical Focus: Weight Loss Supplements, Part 1
August 12, 2014
Do weight loss supplements work? Which ones are the safest? Which ones have truthful claims?

Clinical Focus: Weight Loss Supplements, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his talk about weight loss supplements. Do weight loss supplements work? Which ones are the safest? Which ones have outsized claims? Which ones have truthful claims?

Clinical Focus: Marijuana Pro & Con, Part 1
July 29, 2014
In the wake of this week’s NY Times editorial calling for the legalization of marijuana (July 27, 2014 “Repeal Prohibition, Again”), we look at the pros and cons behind marijuana use. In Part 1 we examine the harms: Does marijuana impair brain development and IQ? Is it addictive? Is it a “gateway drug?” Is it really LESS harmful than alcohol? Does it promote "amotivational syndrome?" Is it changing kids’ brains? Is there such a thing as “reefer madness?” Is it less harmful to the lungs and heart than cigarettes?