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Are some medicines stealing your brain power?
It recently came to light that a wide range of popular medications—used routinely by tens of millions of Americans—have a nasty tendency to accelerate cognitive decline and set the stage for Alzheimer’s disease. Some are prescription drugs,…read more
Intelligent Medicine Health News Review
Every week, I share my insights with you on various health topics, from the latest news to seasonal concerns to in-depth examinations of particular areas of interest. But every now and then, I like to give my…read more
‘A Perfect Storm for Broken Bones’ or a perfect marketing pitch for osteoporosis drugs?
In a recent article, entitled “A Perfect Storm for Broken Bones”, New York Times health writer Jane Brody decries “a crisis in the treatment of osteoporosis”. Not enough women are being screened, and too few are taking bone-preserving drugs, she…read more
Categories:Muscle and Bone Health Osteoporosis
Baby’s first bacteria: When does the microbiome begin?
We often talk about the importance of method of birth on a newborn’s health, not only in the short-term, but in the long-term. Research has found, again and again, that vaginal birth, and the experience of going…read more
Categories:Microbiome Pediatric Health Women’s Health
Is there really a vast conspiracy to deprive us of cures and profit off our misery?
The line of reasoning goes as follows: The pharmaceutical industry, partnering with its enablers in Big Food and Big Medicine, and subsidized by Big Government, has a stake in keeping us sick and dependent on their expensive,…read more
Categories:General Medicine Medications
Ask Leyla: Should I start drinking wine to protect my heart health?
Q: I heard Dr. Hoffman talk about resveratrol in one of his podcast episodes, and was intrigued. I don’t normally drink, but I’d like to start drinking red wine after hearing of the health benefits. How do I know…read more
Categories:Heart Health
10 tips for surviving allergy season
Congratulations, survivors of Winter 2017-18! It seems like it’s been an interminably cold spring, but you’ve made it. April is here and (for most of us) spring weather is in sight — but wait! A new menace…read more
Categories:Allergy
Ask Leyla: It’s IBS Awareness Month – what can I do to manage my IBS?
Q: I just found out I have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). I go from diarrhea to constipation and it’s been happening for the last month. It’s hard to leave the house! My doctor said to take Imodium when…read more
Categories:IBS
Omega-3’s lesser known benefit: Boosting your immunity
By Jolie Root
My audience knows that I’m a big believer in fish oil. I recommend it on a regular basis as a part of a healthy lifestyle. Most of you know about how important fish oil can be as…read more
Categories:Immunity Sponsored Supplements
Is the growth of the pharmaceutical industry making us sicker?
Members of the natural health movement (myself included) have long argued that despite acknowledged medical advances, today’s proliferation of pharmaceutical drugs threatens to undermine, rather than promote, the health of our populace. We’re often branded as Luddites,…read more
Categories:General Medicine Medications
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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…
Dead Butt Syndrome: I love this term! Formally speaking, in medical parlance, it’s dubbed “gluteal…
Q: I read various health newsletters, books, and websites on nutritional advice, and I’d like…
"Above all, do not lose your desire to walk. Every day I walk myself into…
Leyla Weighs In: Sperm Quality and Diet–The Role of Ultra-Processed Foods
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