Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Borderline Osteoporosis

• Highlights from the ANH conference in Phoenix
• What do you think of the supplements I’m taking for borderline osteoporosis?
• After years of vegetarianism, wouldn’t eating meat cause adverse reactions like headaches or nausea?

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: How big is your butt?

• How big is your butt?
• I take Famotidine to keep me away from Nexium.  Is this a good strategy?
• What is your protocol for post-surgical healing?
• Did I have prostate cancer?
• What are your thoughts on heart and lung scans as well as full body scans to detect abnormalities?
• What about scans for diagnosing shoulder pain?
• Can my husband take bromelain post surgery even if he’s taking baby aspirin?

Unveiling the Hidden Dangers of Oxalate Overload with Sally Norton, a Master in Public Health, Ivy League Nutritionist, and author of “Toxic Superfoods: How Oxalate Overload Is Making You Sick and How to Get Better.” The discussion delves into the often misunderstood and overlooked issues related to dietary oxalates, commonly found in plant-based diets. Norton shares her personal health journey, which led to her research on dietary oxalate and its impact on various health conditions beyond kidney stones, including arthritis, fatigue, and neurodegenerative diseases. She explores how common foods like spinach, sweet potatoes, and dark chocolate can contribute to oxalate toxicity, and discusses the potential systemic effects and symptoms such as neurotoxicity and gastrointestinal issues. The conversation also covers the challenges in diagnosing oxalate overload, the inaccuracies in existing oxalate food tables, and practical steps for mitigating its harmful effects through diet and supplementation. Listen in to understand how to balance the benefits of plant-based nutrients with the risks of oxalate overload.

Regenerative Agriculture and Natural Dairy with Sam Ingersoll, the marketing director of Kalona SuperNatural, an organic dairy brand sourcing milk from regenerative small family farms. The discussion covers the benefits of regenerative agriculture, the downsides of conventional dairy farming, and the importance of soil health for producing nutrient-dense food. Sam explains the differences between various pasteurization methods, the impact of homogenization, and the significance of A2 versus A1 milk proteins. They also talk about the environmental benefits of rotational grazing and the challenges and opportunities in promoting natural dairy in a market dominated by conventional and plant-based alternatives.

Part 1: Topical Steroid Withdrawal

TSW—Topical Steroid Withdrawal—when you’re hooked on steroid creams for a skin condition and can’t get off; Can diet, supplements, or Traditional Chinese Medicine help eczema? Strange bedfellows—when your hospital assigns you a homicidal roommate; Every step you take may reduce your risk of dying; Vitamin D and Omega-3 supplements reduce risk of autoimmune conditions; How long to curtail fish oil before a medical procedure or surgery? Supplements for neuropathy.

Part 2: Daylight Saving Time Changeover Health Myths

Daylight Saving Time changeover health myths busted; A doctor breaks her ankle and is billed $64,000 in uncovered expenses; Vitamin D shields life-prolonging telomeres, may help depression; The vaunted DASH Diet for hypertension faces off against low-carb alternative; The critical first 1000 days after conception—early life sugar avoidance yields major later life health dividends; Do you really need hot water to disinfect your hands?

References & Resources

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It’s not just about hitting daily step counts
By Joedy McCreary, Medpage Today, October 21, 2025

Daylight saving time may not trigger heart attacks after all
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Vitamin D and Marin omega-3 fatty acid supplementation and incident autoimmune disease: VITAL randomized controlled trial
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Omega-3 benefits may vanish quickly after you stop
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Does early life exposure to antibiotics increase the risk of eczema?
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Improvement of skin lesions in corticosteroid withdrawal-associated severe eczema by multi-component traditional Chinese medicine therapy
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Bronx woman beaten to death by hospital roommate
By Mira Wassef, Anthony DiLorenza, Pix11, October 8, 2025

Cold water for cleaner hands?
By Andrew WeilMD, April 10, 2014

Exposure to sugar rationing in first 1000 days after conception and long term cardiovascular outcomes:natural experiment study
BMJ 2025;391:e083890

Comparing very low carbohydrate vs DASH diets for overweight or obese adults with hypertension and prediabetes or type 2 diabetes: a randomized trial
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Doctor tripped up by $64K bill for ankle surgery and hospital stay
By Julie Appleby, KFF Health News  October 29, 2025

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Low White Blood Cell Count

• American Heart Association’s reaction to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
• My husband’s white blood cell count is low. What can he do to raise it?
• How much NTFactor lipids powder can I take and for how long?

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Can Chat GPT be trusted for medical Information?

• What doctor or hospital TV shows do you enjoy? Which do you think are most real?
• Can ChatGPT be trusted for credible information from reliable and verifiable sources?
• Can GLP-1 drugs help with fatty liver disease?

Optimizing Brain Function at Midlife with cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Therese Huston. She details practical ways to harness brain science for improved functioning, especially for women at midlife. They discuss strategies from Dr. Huston’s book, “Sharp: 14 Simple Ways to Improve Your Life with Brain Science,” addressing topics such as exercise, diet, sleep, humor, meditation, and innovative techniques like binaural beats and fixation-focused training. The conversation also emphasizes the unique challenges faced by women aged 40-60 and offers scientifically-backed methods to enhance cognitive performance and manage stress effectively.

Understanding Total Load Theory for Children’s Mental Health with Patricia Lemer, author of “Total Load Theory.” The discussion centers around the alarming rise in children’s neurodevelopmental and psychological disorders and explores Lemer’s comprehensive approach to addressing these issues. Patricia Lemer details her career span from the 1960s focusing on genetic issues in kids to the present, highlighting her involvement with organizations like Children’s Health Defense. She explains the ‘total load theory,’ which posits that a combination of stressors from the environment, diet, and lifestyle contribute to these disorders. Topics include genetics, the impact of mold, vision therapy, and controversial issues like the effects of vaccines. The episode also introduces an AI companion to Lemer’s book for personalized health advice.

Part 1: “Cold Fatigue”

We’re all suffering from “cold fatigue”—how cold affects us, and how to alleviate it; “It’s all about the bass”—how glute shape influences diabetes risk; “White noise” machines may be undermining your sleep; Weight loss drugs get a boost from menopause hormone therapy; What to do for an osteoporotic vertebral fracture; A summary of my medical bills yields a lesson on medical economics. 

Part 2: Afternoon Naps

After exercise, does it matter whether you take a protein supplement—or just eat a protein-rich meal? Can melatonin alleviate Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Solutions for Myelodysplastic Syndrome—do you have to stop all supplements? The pros and cons of afternoon naps; Water softening may hike cardio risk; Anthocyanins from foods or supplements can improve impaired glucose tolerance.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: The Case for Language Learning for Older Adults

• The case for language learning for older folks
• Can I still take curcumin while taking a low-dose Crestor? Are there interactions between the two or any other supplements?
• Which K2 is best?  MK4 or MK7?

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: The Benefits of Vitamins D & K

• The benefits of taking vitamin D with vitamin K
• Would you recommend Moducare or plant sterols with your allergy protocol?
• Can taking creatine artificially raise PSA levels?  
• What are your thoughts on the multidetector CT scan?
• Are my side effects due to Calocurb or was this just a coincidence?
• What do you think of FGF-1?  

Unveiling the Yeast Connection: A Conversation on Candida, Allergies, and Advanced Treatments: Dr. Dean Mitchell, a board-certified allergist and immunologist, is the author of “Conquering Candida: The New 30-Day Protocol for Restoring Your Microbiome and Health.” The book updates the longstanding concepts introduced by Dr. Orian Truss and Dr. William Crook. The conversation delves into the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of Candida overgrowth, including the role of the microbiome, the misuse of antibiotics, and dietary impacts. Dr. Mitchell also touches upon sublingual immunotherapy for treating food and inhaled allergies, and the emerging understanding of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). The episode is packed with insights from both traditional and integrative medicine, offering listeners a comprehensive view on managing complex immune system issues.