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Leyla Weighs In on Staying Hydrated: Why Ice Water Isn’t Always the Answer

Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN October 17, 2025

Hydration myths busted! “Leyla Weighs In” on why iced water might not always be the refreshing choice you thought it

Day: October 17, 2025

Leyla Weighs In on Staying Hydrated: Why Ice Water Isn’t Always the Answer

Hydration myths busted! “Leyla Weighs In” on why iced water might not always be the refreshing choice you thought it was. Explore the pros and cons of cold drinks.

Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN October 17, 2025

Next-Generation Fish Oil and More with Dr. Jeffrey Bland

Excited to share my latest podcast episode with the legendary Dr. Jeffrey Bland, the godfather of Functional Medicine. We dive deep into the origins of functional medicine and its crucial role in healthcare today. And Dr. Bland details the benefits of Big Bold Health's next-generation fish oil, Omega-3 Rejuvenate. Check it out!

Categories: Dr. Jeffrey Bland, Expert Interview, Fish Oil

Battling the Food Giants: How to Safeguard Our Nutrition

Are you aware of the adulterants lurking in your "healthy" foods? Dr. Sina McCullough, author of "Hands Off My Food!," exposes the realities of our food supply and how to defend your health and freedom. She offers solutions that empower you as a consumer. Don't miss it!

Categories: Dr. Sina McCullough, Expert Interview, Food Safety, General Nutrition

Intelligent Medicine Radio for April 4: The Ultimate Weight Loss Plan—The Boring Diet

Social media and AI—the digital equivalents of ultra-processed junk food; Are natural non-caloric sweeteners—erythritol, xylitol, and stevia—safe? A pig’s brain has been flash frozen and reanimated, signaling new prospects for cryopreservation after death; Dr. Jeffrey Bland weighs in on a new, enhanced form of fish oil from Big Bold Health; What are the health benefits of circumcision? The ultimate weight loss plan—the Boring Diet; Substituting famotidine for PPIs for reflux; And more!

Categories: Brain Health, Digestive Health, Dr. Jeffrey Bland, Expert Interview, Fish Oil, Intelligent Medicine Radio Show

Leyla Weighs In: How Long-Term Statin Use Affects Muscle Mass and Strength

Did you know long-term use of statins might impact your muscle health? "Leyla Weighs In" on a UK Biobank study linking statin use to muscle mass loss and strength decline. She details its implications on overall health and diet strategies to combat it. Check it out!

Categories: Leyla Weighs In, Muscle and Bone Health

Q&A with Leyla: Farmed v. Wild Caught Seafood

Highlights from my New Zealand bike trip; Is it possible to get enough protein from plants only? What about the downsides to animal protein? Thoughts on peptides; Is it true that the nutritional value of farmed seafood is the same as wild-caught? Milk thistle for elevated liver enzymes? And more!

Categories: Q&A with Leyla, Seed Oils, Supplements

ENCORE: Chronic Pain: The Psychophysiological Perspective with Dr. David Clarke

Is your pain all in your head? Not quite! Dr. David Clark from the Psychophysiologic Disorders Association details brain-generated pain and solutions beyond meds. Don't miss it!

Categories: Pain

ENCORE: Optimizing Metabolic Health: The Power of Continuous Glucose Monitors

Dr. Paul Kolodzik of Metabolic MD details the groundbreaking benefits of Continuous Glucose Monitors. Hear why they matter to everyone, not just diabetics. Check it out!

Categories: Dr. Paul Kolodzik, Expert Interview, Metabolic Syndrome

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio for March 28: Are eggs good or bad for the brain?

Are eggs good or bad for the brain? Low levels of a key nutrient can foster anxiety; Garlic mouthwash outperforms chemical antibacterials; 76% of the world’s population isn’t getting enough omega-3s; Surgery may hasten progression to Alzheimer’s, but a vitamin may help; Far-infrared phototherapy may offer “electroceutical” treatment for dementia; Hobbies may forestall all-cause mortality—by 29%! And more!

Categories: Aging, Alzheimer's Disease and Memory Problems, Brain Health, Dental Health, Intelligent Medicine Radio Show, Muscle and Bone Health

Leyla Weighs In: Navigating Menopause

Did you know that lifestyle interventions like nutrition and exercise can play a crucial role in managing menopause symptoms? "Leyla Weighs In" with key nutritional strategies that promote longevity and reduce menopause-related risks. Check it out!

Categories: Leyla Weighs In, Menopause, Women’s Health

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla: Spelt Matzoh v. Traditional Wheat Matzoh

Is spelt matzoh better than traditional wheat matzoh for Passover? Is a dry red wine preferable to sweet wine or grape juice? Liver support supplements for alcoholic issues; What to take for pain and tingling after a shingles outbreak; Is carrageenan a carcinogen? Organic acids test for chronic fatigue? And more!