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Ask Leyla: Which is better for inflammation, borage oil or evening primrose oil?
Q: I’ve heard that both borage oil and evening primrose oil have anti-inflammatory properties, but I don’t know much about them. What makes these oils beneficial? Which would you recommend for someone who is looking to reduce inflammation?…read more
Categories:Inflammation Supplements
Can too much exercise be bad?
In the field of sports medicine, no question has generated more controversy. While exercise is unquestionably beneficial overall, is there a point where too much becomes detrimental? The U.S. Health and Human Services guidelines for physical activity state that…read more
Categories:Exercise
7 ways to instill healthier eating habits in your kids—and why it matters
Poor childhood nutrition is one of the most critical problems that threatens the health, productivity, and even national security of America. Time was, during the mobilization of young men that accompanied World Wars I and II, a…read more
Categories:General Nutrition Pediatric Health
Ask Leyla: Should I start drinking red wine for heart health?
Q: I’ve never been a heavy drinker, but I’ve heard red wine has beneficial compounds for heart health. I’d like to start drinking it, but am unsure which wine is best. How do I know which red…read more
Categories:General Nutrition Heart Health
What’s up with that vitamin D study?
You’ve probably seen headlines like these: “Study Finds Another Condition That Vitamin D Pills Do Not Help”—New York Times “Study Finds Vitamin D Supplements Do Not Reduce Risk of Broken Bones” —SciTech Daily “Stop Taking Vitamin D…read more
Categories:Muscle and Bone Health Supplements
Leyla Weighs In: Want to get happy? Eat your veggies!
Might increasing vegetable intake increase happiness? According to a recent study, yes. We know the physical health benefits of eating more vegetables and fruits (like prevention of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer), but a growing body of evidence…read more
Categories:General Nutrition Mental and Emotional Health
When narratives overtake science
Narrative: “A story or account of events, experiences, or the like, whether true or fictitious . . . a story that connects and explains a carefully selected set of supposedly true events, experiences, or the like, intended to…read more
Categories:Alzheimer's Disease and Memory Problems Alzheimer’s General Medicine Mental and Emotional Health
Ask Leyla: Should I be worried about my granddaughter’s weight?
Q: I have a nine-year-old granddaughter who is quite overweight. The rest of the family, mom, dad and three siblings are all normal weight. They don’t keep a lot of junk food or sodas in the house…read more
Categories:Nutrition and Weight Obesity Pediatric Health
Nitric Oxide for a Better Brain + Gut Connection
We’ve talked about nitric oxide a lot on Intelligent Medicine. Of course, it’s a circulatory enhancer. But did you know it also plays an important role in the health of the gut? The following article details how….read more
Categories:Microbiome Sponsored Supplements
Cardiovascular health: a multitude of supplements at the service of your heart and blood vessels*
Here you have it—a succinct rundown of the key nutrients you need to optimize cardiovascular health in simple, understandable terms, courtesy of our friends at Protocol for Life Balance. The research speaks volumes for nutritional support of…read more
Categories:Heart Health Sponsored Supplements
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Though we think of declining estrogen as the hallmark of menopause, it's actually common for…
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…
In last week’s newsletter I commented on the nomination of RFK Jr. to be Secretary…
Q: Short of bariatric surgery, my doctor has recommended I start taking a semaglutide medication…
The election is over, and some are disappointed and others exhilarated. Here on Intelligent Medicine,…
Leyla Weighs In: Exploring Vitamin D and Immune Health
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