Intelligent Medicine®

Author: Dr. Ronald Hoffman

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio for August 22: Does drinking carbonated water help weight loss?

New-think on diet for ApoE4, a risk factor for Alzheimer’s—eat meat! True or false—does drinking carbonated water help weight loss? Why some people fail to lose weight on GLP-1 drugs; Don’t skip homocysteine when testing for dementia risk factors; Treating osteoporosis; New hope against pancreatic cancer; Eating right for Parkinson’s Disease; Olive oil helps stave off dementia—but only the right kind; And more!

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ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla: Heating Pad for Pain

An example of another bad ‘scientific’ study; Thoughts on the new at-home prostate test; A case study in high cholesterol; My husband’s A1c went up after taking a statin for 5 months. Help! Using a heating pad for pain — a listener’s success story; And more!

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Caffeinated Insights: New Findings in Heart Health

Curious about how coffee affects your heart? Cardiologist Dr. Gregory Marcus has new findings on the nuanced effects of caffeine on heart health. Hear about the surprising relationship between coffee and the heart. Don’t miss it!

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Intelligent Medicine Radio for August 15: That Fishy Smell

Most mayos, salad dressings and chips “made with 100% avocado oil” fail test; Immune benefits of BWH Beta Glucan; Low-fat dairy shown to confer no weight, cholesterol benefits over full-fat dairy; FDA and USDA to define ultra-processed foods for first time—but what are they really? Those dark skin blotches—are they melasma, or just age spots? That fishy smell—does it mean your seafood is spoiled? And more!

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Q&A with Leyla: The New Vaccine Schedule Recommendations

The new vaccine schedule recommendations; My urologist is giving me grief that my vitamin D level is too high; Nattokinase for long covid? Thoughts on Cleveland Clinic’s assessment of fish oil supplements; Natural treatments for anxiety and depression; Is taking Bergamot for cholesterol really effective? And more!

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Intelligent Medicine for August 8: Your Future Drug Deliveries May Be Via Drones

What are the pros and cons of male circumcision? Do women wearing thongs get more vaginal infections? An avocado a day may keep the cardiologist away; Major study flags frailty risks with GLP-1 drugs for seniors; Unlicensed doctor arrested after patient dies following NAD+ infusion; Your future drug deliveries may be via drones; Can osteoporosis be reversed with hormone replacement therapy and resistance exercise? And more!

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Options for treating stubborn neuropathy; Her new doctor said “Vitamins are hogwash”—so she fired him; Big new study shows vegetarians age less well than omnivores; Can a popular men’s health supplement ward off prostate cancer? Precision-engineering your gait can alleviate knee pain better than NSAIDs; After a lifetime of profound depression, novel brain implant enables man to experience joy for the first time; And more!
An update on natural thyroid availability; "I've read and heard that supplements are worthless—can even shorten lifespans. Is this true?" "Should I be concerned about the xylitol in my toothpaste since I read it can increase blood clots and stroke risk?" How much omega-3 do you recommend for multiple sclerosis? Is there any new protocol for Lyme disease? And more!
From diet to dreamland! Discover practical tips on improving your sleep through diet. Dr. Marie-Pierre St-Onge, author of "Eat Better, Sleep Better," explores the deep connection between diet and sleep. Check it out!
Discover the secrets to a robust immune system with Dr. Robert Silverman, author of “Immune Reboot.” He shares insights on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle for optimal health.
As natural thyroid ban looms, thyroid sufferers gird for battle with regulators; Rapid weight loss, muscle wasting—what to do? Could overuse of CT scans cause 100,000 extra cancers in the U.S.? Searching for the causes of low iron; Report shows rapid declines in health of children and adolescents since 2007; N-acetylcysteine (NAC) for Parkinson’s; Statins increase likelihood of hearing loss, tinnitus; Lithium orotate for Alzheimer’s; And more!
Is the FDA phasing out natural thyroid? Study: Lithium for Alzheimer's disease; Hallucinations from a UTI? Are dental mouth guards toxic? Thoughts on AI-enhanced EKGs; Advice for IBS; And more!
How can integrative and functional medicine transform healthcare for underserved communities? Discover how Dr. Ramona Wallace, a pioneering osteopathic physician, is making a big impact in Middle America.
A diverse group of friends work out together. They are stretching their arm over their body while sitting on a yoga mat in a studio.
Dr. Sabrina Jo reveals the science behind how exercise enhances cognitive function and boosts mental wellness. Learn how physical activity can support brain health at any age.
A diverse group of friends work out together. They are stretching their arm over their body while sitting on a yoga mat in a studio.
Lifestyle and environment affect health more than genes; How to get rid of knee pain; Sunlight—Time for a rethink? Benefits of sun exposure may be more than just about vitamin D; Ginger scores vs. colitis; Kitchen remedy for water-borne lead; Blue light exposure at night impairs sleep—but morning exposure improves it; Alternatives to PPIs for Barrett’s Esophagus; Topical—not oral—melatonin for skin rejuvenation;
Reducing food waste; Controversies about the significance of telomere length; Causes of high B6; Can nocturia be associated with dehydration? Allulose, is it too good to be true? And more!
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