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Hemoglobin A1c: What is it, and why does it matter?
“Most commonly people are told that having an A1c of 5.6 – 5.8% should be considered normal, but these levels already put you in the second highest category for brain shrinkage! I believe that, based on this…read more
Categories:Diabetes General Medicine
Leyla Weighs In: Food is what’s for breakfast
Meal planning is a mainstay in any diet changes, be it for weight loss, dealing with a medical condition, inflammatory triggers, or just choosing to eat better. I’ve found many of you are having trouble coming up…read more
Categories:General Nutrition
Tame your sugar cravings in 2025
Undoubtedly, one of this year’s most popular New Year’s resolutions will be to “cut down on sugar”—especially after the non-stop potlatch most of us have experienced in December. But it’s not easy, because one of the most…read more
Categories:General Nutrition
Leyla Weighs In: Insulin vs. Glucagon: Manipulate your metabolism
Last week I touched on how you can actually manipulate your metabolism by changing what you eat—particularly the first meal of the day. Let’s take a deep dive into two important hormones: Insulin and glucagon. Insulin and…read more
Categories:Nutrition and Weight
The biggest health stories of 2024: The year in review
January 8—EPA enacts partial ban on PFAS chemicals: “Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized a rule that prevents companies from starting or resuming the manufacture or processing of 329 per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that…read more
Categories:Cancer Environmental Health FDA General Nutrition Medications Natural Health Care Obesity
Leyla Weighs In: Do it now—Things you can start doing immediately to benefit your health
Why wait until the New Year? Resolutions are so old school! Here are four things you can do now to help you on your way to better health. Drink pure water. Ditch your plastic water bottle habit…read more
Categories:Exercise General Nutrition Sleep
Top Ten Intelligent Medicine podcast episodes of 2024
‘Tis the season! As the pace of work and school slows and the freneticism of shopping and parties abates, people are hopping into cars, buses, planes, and trains to reach holiday destinations. Or else, they collapse and…read more
Categories:Cancer Diabetes Environmental Health General Nutrition Medications Mental and Emotional Health Natural Health Care Supplements
Ask Leyla: Why does my blood sugar vary after eating the same food?
Q: I’ve been using a CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitor) and notice my readings differ from day to day eating the same food or food item (for example, a sweet potato). Some days my blood sugar reading after…read more
Categories:Diabetes General Nutrition
’Tis the sneezon to “supercharge” your immune system
By Rick Jahnke
I’ve long been a fan of the active ingredient of ImmPower—AHCC. I take it daily to support my immune system, and I’ve frequently prescribed it to patients with immune challenges. Now American Biosciences has teamed AHCC with…read more
Categories:Immunity Sponsored Supplements
What to make of Trump’s other health picks (part two)
For the last two issues, I’ve been sharing my thoughts on the latest picks for the next administration’s key health leadership positions. This week, I’m finishing my review with a few more notable names. Without further ado……read more
Categories:FDA General Medicine
Ask Leyla: Can eating a lot of spicy foods cause ulcers?
Q: My family loves spicy foods. The hotter the better. Hummus has to be jalapeno style, etc. We enjoy the spices of Indian cuisine as well. Is this okay or are we setting ourselves up for ulcers…read more
Categories:Digestive Health General Nutrition
Daily immune health: Beyond seasonal boosts
As I revealed in a recent article, Mitopure® has become an indispensable additive to my post-workout recovery drink. Its ingredient, urolithin A, is now the object of intense interest by researchers for its potential to enhance mitochondrial…read more
Categories:Immunity Sponsored Supplements
Happy living through health
Check out these innovative formulas from our friends at CV Sciences—they’re not just about CBD! I learned a thing or two about unique ingredients that address everyday complaints—it’s well worth a read. As always, my audience can…read more
Categories:Mental and Emotional Health Sponsored Stress Supplements
ANH launches petition to curb Big Tech censorship
By Alliance for Natural Health
This week, I’m sharing an important message from the Alliance for Natural Health, for which I serve as President of the Board of Directors and Medical Director. I urge you to sign our petition and support our FreeSpeech4Health campaign….read more
Categories:General Medicine
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Though we think of declining estrogen as the hallmark of menopause, it's actually common for…
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Up to 12 percent of Americans have ulcers at some point in life. Peptic ulcers…
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Gallbladder disease is a modern illness. An estimated 20 million Americans have gallbladder disease. The…
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In last week’s newsletter I commented on the nomination of RFK Jr. to be Secretary…
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Q: Short of bariatric surgery, my doctor has recommended I start taking a semaglutide medication…
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The election is over, and some are disappointed and others exhilarated. Here on Intelligent Medicine,…
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