Digestive Health

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Physical Activity and Memory
December 29, 2023
Sitting is more associated with feelings of depression and anxiety; Mild physical activity may immediately help restore memory; I've been using Xlear Nasal Spray twice a day for the past seven years and haven't had a cold since!; I think my Irritable Bowel Syndrome is caused by Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency. Any suggestions for treatment? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Reflux and Stomach Issues
December 28, 2023
The Eat Lancet Diet -- revisited; Is Endefen still a good product to use for reflux and stomach issues?; Can daily intake of any particular supplements lower cholesterol to an undesirable level? Click HERE for part 2.

Healing Your Digestion with Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, Part 1
December 12, 2023
Heartburn symptoms are onerous. But acid reducing medicines, PPIs, are addictive, associated with dramatic loss of bone density, a 33% higher risk of dementia from prolonged use, and other hazards. Board certified internist Jacob Teitelbaum, MD, has tips on how to get off prescription antacids naturally. He details research on the treatment of heartburn published in "BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine" demonstrating the efficacy of curcumin in treating functional dyspepsia compared with omeprazole. Click HERE for part 2.

Healing Your Digestion with Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum about alternatives to PPI acid blockers. Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In: Acid Reducers and Dementia
September 29, 2023
New research indicates cumulative use of proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs) is associated with dementia development.

ENCORE: Everything you ever wanted to know about Low-Dose Naltrexone, Part 1
August 8, 2023
Dr. Pamela Smith joins us to provide an update on LDN, a versatile therapy that delivers a low dose of a commonly prescribed lifesaving medication used to reverse narcotics overdoses. Dr. Smith describes how LDN reboots the immune system and tamps down inflammation, accounting for its ubiquitous applications. A myriad of conditions respond to LDN: autoimmune disorders like inflammatory bowel disease and ulcerative colitis; painful conditions like fibromyalgia, many cancers, skin disorders, and infertility, even with applications for stubborn weight gain. The latest research focuses on the role LDN might play to hasten resolution of Long Covid. Dr. Smith’s most recent book, "Max Your Immunity: How to Maximize Your Immune System When You Need It Most" is a timely look at what works to fortify resilience in the face of the pandemic, with an entire chapter devoted to LDN. More information on LDN can be found at LDN Research Trust. Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio for August 5, Part 2: Concussions and Pain
August 7, 2023
Device reps in operating rooms incentivize excessive stent placements; Natural therapies for claudication; Aged Garlic Extract for blood pressure? Tracing heart disease risk to oral bacteria; Nattokinase vs. spike protein; Laxative dependence associated with higher risk of dementia; The role of uric acid in hypertension and insulin resistance—and nutraceuticals that can lower it; Cannabinoids and PEA for concussions and pain. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

The Dangers of Acid Inhibitors, Part 1
July 26, 2023
Acid reflux is the most common digestive complaint, and it can develop into more serious problems if ignored. Naturopathic Practitioner Jane Jansen has a unique perspective. Previously she spent years in radiology and ultrasound doing research and performing tests on patients with varying types of digestive problems. Jane does a deep-dive on acid reflux, and how to wean off dangerous acid inhibitors and start the healing process by introducing probiotics and making diet changes. Click HERE for part 2.

The Dangers of Acid Inhibitors, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Naturopathic Practitioner, Jane Jansen of the Tree of Life Wellness Center in Massachusetts. Click HERE for part 1.

Optimizing Your Digestive Function, Part 1
May 25, 2023
It’s not so much that “you are what you eat”, but rather, you are what you digest. As you age, or with medical conditions, your ability to break down food and assimilate nutrients declines. Neil Levin, Senior Nutrition Education Manager and Product Formulator for NOW(r) Foods and Protocol for Life Balance, addresses important questions about digestive enzymes—what they do, why quality matters, and what might be right for you. Click HERE for part 2.