Intelligent Medicine®

Author: Dr. Ronald Hoffman

Intelligent Medicine Radio for September 19: Bright Lights at Night Emerge as Heart Disease Risk Factor

Will autonomous AI outperform doctors by 2030? “Emergency“ home medical kits draw ire of medical experts; Meta dinged $567 for teen addiction; Adequate vitamin D minimizes post-op pain; Cancer rise in younger adults may be explained by accelerated cellular aging; Splenda back in the crosshairs as new evidence points to genetic damage; Bright lights at night emerge as new heart disease risk factor. And more!

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Q&A with Leyla: AI and The Future of Medicine

Autonomous Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the future of medicine; Alternatives to prescription medication for blood pressure; Are there cardiac side effects to berberine? What types of protein are most helpful for osteoporosis and weight gain? The coronary artery inflammation controversy; And more!

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A Comprehensive Look at Immunity and Supplementation

Discover how new research is transforming our understanding of immune support with functional medicine physician Dr. Rob Rountree. He reveals revolutionary breakthroughs in immune science and debunks common myths about immune boosting. Check it out!

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Q&A with Leyla: Advice for Lipedema

Ultra-processed foods’ impact on postpartum depression/psychosis; Trigeminal neuralgia after recent extensive dental work; The optimal total testosterone level for an 84-year-old male; Can the xylitol in my nasal spray have an adverse impact on heart health? Advice for a 25-year-old with lipedema; And more!

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Intelligent Medicine Radio for September 5: Brain Stimulation with Magnets for Cognitive Impairment?

Fish oil rivals effectiveness of antibiotics for periodontal disease; After American Heart Association green lights coffee, new study shows high consumption can accelerate bone loss; Scientists reveal how much exercise you really need to protect your heart—and no way are you doing enough! Is that prostate biopsy really necessary? Deep-brain stimulation with external magnets found to enhance brain function in mild cognitive impairment; And more!

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Person standing a the top of a stairwell that extends into a head-shaped hole in the wall
Just because we can, doesn’t mean we should. Dr. Hoffman shares which health developments he approaches with some trepidation.
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For a moment of reflection this Thanksgiving, check out Dr. Hoffman's list of 28 health-related things to be grateful for this holiday season.
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2025 has been a banner year for changing recommendations in medicine. Dr. Hoffman shares some of the most recent changes in medical orthodoxy.
Blackboard illustration with many white arrows pointing to the left and a single yellow arrow pointing to the right with the word "change" written inside.
Closeup portrait of sad and thoughtful teen guy, hand under cheek, looking down feel headache, isolated on grey wall. Upset boy experiencing adolescence crisis as mess lines coming out of head.
Discover eight factors that are making teens more anxious and depressed, while undermining their focus and intelligence.
Closeup portrait of sad and thoughtful teen guy, hand under cheek, looking down feel headache, isolated on grey wall. Upset boy experiencing adolescence crisis as mess lines coming out of head.
Young boy measuring his height against the wall
Is there a secret formula for height? Dr. Hoffman takes a closer look at various methods that claim to help children grow.
Young boy measuring his height against the wall
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Dr. Hoffman shares the benefits and drawbacks of at-home bowel cancer screening vs. traditional colonoscopy.
medical consultation - closeup asian male doctor using large intestine model with colonoscopy exam report on computer screen is explaining about colorectal cancer status to patient elderly man
Some of your common everyday behaviors could be harming your health. Check out Dr. Hoffman's top ten recommendations for things NOT to do.
Close up of various brassica vegetables - cabbages, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, and cauliflower
It's long been suggested that brassica vegetables could be harmful for to thyroid health—but do those claims hold weight? Dr. Hoffman takes a closer look.
Close up of various brassica vegetables - cabbages, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, and cauliflower
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Nutritional science is a constantly evolving, highly-nuanced scientific discipline. Learn some of the ways it bucks conventional wisdom.
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