Intelligent Medicine Radio for April 26, Part 1: EMF Radiation

Tariffs pose challenges for supplement manufacturers, consumers, due to over-dependence on offshore sourcing; Remnant cholesterol as a robust predictor of heart attack, stroke; Sudden cardiac death linked to long-term antidepressant use; Air pollution damages toddlers’ brains; Is your EV zapping you with EMF radiation? Low-fat diets—and cholesterol drugs—may sap men’s testosterone. 

Intelligent Medicine Radio for April 26, Part 2: Nearsightedness is Skyrocketing

Will “Gentle Cure”—a nonsurgical treatment—supplant standard Mohs surgery as a treatment for common skin cancers? Cranberry extract scores UTI benefits; Does exercise really extend life? Nearsightedness is skyrocketing—but a simple method may prevent it; 3/4 of doctor visits involve prescribing drugs; Omega-6 fatty acids from ubiquitous seed oils may fuel cancer growth. 

References & Resources

Low-fat diets and testosterone in men: systematic review and meta-analysis of intervention studies
The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology  Volume 210, June 2021, 105878

Study suggests ‘Remnant Cholesterol’ as stand-alone risk for heart attack and stroke
Hopkins Medicine  September 8, 2021

Is your electric car zapping you with EMF radiation
Alliance for Natural Health USA  January 24, 2023

Exposure to air pollution in childhood is associated with reduced brain connectivity
Science Daily  April 1, 2025

Sudden cardiac death risk linked to long-term antidepressant use
By Todd Neale, tctMD  April 1, 2025

Omega-6 fatty acid promotes the growth of an aggressive type of breast cancer
Science 14 Mar 2025 Vol 387, Issue 6739

Whole cranberry fruit powder supplement reduces the incidence of culture-confirmed urinary tract infections in females with a history of recurrent urinary tract infection: A 6-month multi center, randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled trial
The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition  Volume 121, Issue 4, April 2025, Pages 932-941

Does exercise really extend life? Finnish twin study offers new insights
Sciencedaily, March 13, 2025

Why we now think the myopia epidemic can be slowed-or even reversed
By Graham Lawton, NewScientist  November 13, 2025

Image-Guided Superficial Radiation Therapy (IG-SRT)
GentleCure

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Intermittent Fasting

• A discussion of the latest medical shows on TV
• Comments on tariffs
• Would cooking with fat instead of vegetable oils still apply to someone with familial hypercholesterolemia and coronary artery plaque?
• Does intermittent fasting increase Apolipoprotein B?

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Urinary Tract Infection

• What is the best method to heal a urinary tract infection?
• What is the difference between hypertension and pulmonary hypertension?
• I have osteoporosis and take Warfarin. How can I support my bone health?
• Would you put someone with my lipid profile on a statin?
• Would urolithin A help increase my energy? Or must I succumb to age limits?

Diabetes Deep Dive: Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, an integrative medicine physician and author, discusses diabetes from a multifaceted perspective. They explore the connections between diabetes, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, sleep disorders, metabolic syndrome, and long COVID. Dr. Teitelbaum offers insights into the historical emergence of diabetes in correlation with lifestyle and dietary changes, particularly the Western diet’s high sugar and low fiber content. They discuss the roles of vitamin D, magnesium, and other nutrients, as well as the impact of chemicals on metabolism. The conversation also covers the importance of sleep, stress management, and lifestyle adjustments. Dr. Teitelbaum recommends natural supplements like Sucontral D, berberine, and melatonin to manage blood sugar levels effectively. The episode concludes with a discussion on the controversial role of pharmaceutical interventions like GLP-1 drugs and insulin. Dr. Teitelbaum emphasizes a balanced, integrative approach that empowers self-care and holistic health management.

Dr. Rudrani Banik, a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in an integrative approach to vision health, details various aspects of eye health. The conversation covers the upcoming Eye Health Summit, which will feature 35 experts discussing eye strain, ocular nutrition, and advancements in eye health. Key topics include digital eye strain, myopia, macular carotenoids, omega-3 fatty acids, stem cells, and innovative high-tech solutions like gene therapies and potential eye transplants. Dr.Banik also highlights her book “Beyond Carrots: Best Foods for Eye Health A to Z,” emphasizing a holistic approach to eye care through diet, lifestyle, and supplements.

The Eye Health Summit is a free, global event taking place on May 1–7, coinciding with National Healthy Vision Month. The Summit features more than 35 expert-led discussions on topics from eye strain and ocular nutrition to cutting-edge advancements in eye health. At the summit, participants will learn practical strategies to help safeguard their vision now and for the future. Register for FREE to The Eye Health Summit.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for April 19, Part 1: Enhanced Digestive Enzymes

Vaccine proponents push back against study showing flu vaccines INCREASE chances of getting flu; A memorial to a low-carb diabetes pioneer who vastly extended his life expectancy; An engineer takes up the challenge of designing an enhanced digestive enzyme formula; Health impact of sauerkraut postbiotics.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for April 19, Part 2: Acupuncture for Sciatica

The President’s physical; CBD may help ameliorate autism symptoms; The controversy over Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome; As Wikipedia brands acupuncture “pseudoscience”, new study confirms efficacy for sciatica; Will AI replace doctors for diagnosis, medical information? Creatine, good for muscles, also delivers brain benefits.

References & Resources

Acupuncture vs sham acupuncture for chronic sciatica from herniated disk
JAMA Intern Med. 2024;184(12):1417-1424

CBD cannabis extracts could reduce autism symptoms in youth
Physicians Weekly  April 17, 2025

The gut health benefits of sauerkraut
Applied and Environmental Microbiology, 2025; DOI: 10.1128/aem.02234-24

Read the results of Trump’s 2025 physical exam
By Medpage Staff, Medical News | MedPage Today  April 15, 2025

Single dose creatine improves cognitive performance and induces changes in cerebral high energy phosphates during sleep deprivation
Sci Rep 14, 4937 (2024).

What to know about creatine, the gym supplement with wide benefits
By Ian Taylor, newscientist.com  November 22, 2024

Efficacy and safety profile of oral creatine mono hydrate in add-on to cognitive-behavioural therapy in depression: An 8-week pilot , double-blind, randomized, placebo- controlled feasibility and exploratory trial in an under-resourced area
European Neuropsychopharmacology, Volume 90, January 2025, Pages 28-35

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: America’s Food Fight

• America’s food fight and dietary guidelines
• My son-in-law suffers from bloating and abdominal pain. Any suggestions?
• I have positive but low anti-gliadin antibodies. Should I embark on a gluten-free diet?

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: CoQ10 v. PQQ

• I’m a 70-year-old woman with hip arthritis. Any recommendations?
• A treatment on the horizon for high Lipoprotein (a)?
• After chemotherapy to help shrink a tumor near my husband’s spine, he now has numbness and neuropathy in his legs
• Another study implicates meat, and now poultry and fish, in causing cardiovascular disease
• What do you think of Consumer Lab’s recommendations on supplements?
• I take CoQ10, but I just heard about PQQ. What are your thoughts?

There’s apprehension about the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual reality (VR)—are we about to enter the dystopian future world of The Matrix? But today’s guest discusses the innovative application of AI and VR to a common problem: menopausal hot flashes in women for whom estrogen is contraindicated because of the risk of cancer. Using a VR headset, menopausal women were presented guided imagery featuring cooling and relaxing suggestions. A pilot study showed it reduced the frequency and intensity of hot flashes, improved sleep quality, and enhanced overall well-being. Dr. Joseph Feuerstein discusses a comprehensive strategy for menopause, comprising acupuncture, natural products (Estrovera and Relizen), exercise and diet. Are soy isoflavones OK for relieving menopausal symptoms, even in breast cancer patients? Dr. Feuerstein is also co-author of “The Cannabinoid Cookbook,” which is not merely a guidebook to marijuana edibles; instead, it focuses on the numerous foods that support the body’s endocannabinoid system—Including cocoa, omega-3 fatty acids, turmeric, and truffles. These foods deliver compounds which confer a multiplicity of mood and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Maggie Frank, National Educator for CV Sciences, makers of PlusCBD Oil delves into the versatility and health benefits of CBD, the differences between products with and without THC, and why CV Sciences is a reputable player in a rapidly expanding market. Maggie Frank highlights the importance of supply chain diversity, discusses the potential health benefits of CBD, and introduces new product lines, including Extra Support Wellness Blends Sleep and Calm gummies, as well as the CBD-free line for those subject to drug testing. They also touch on the relief soft gels containing CBD-A and PEA for pain relief, and Reshape capsules with berberine and OEA for metabolic health. This episode provides comprehensive insights into how CV Sciences continues to innovate and cater to diverse health needs.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for April 12, Part 1: Overactive Bladder

Medicare and Medicaid to deny coverage for weight loss drugs, as Weight Watchers files for bankruptcy; Overactive bladder may be a consequence of poor nutritional status; The paradox of how exercise helps mental fatigue; Breakthrough cases of measles may not just be about vaccine refusal; The power of urolithin A (Mitopure™️) to boost energy and slow aging.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for April 12, Part 2: Spring Allergies

“Watchdog” NGO attacks ivermectin as quack cancer fix—while studies support its potential benefits; China tariffs will impact supplements for humans—but also key nutritional ingredients for food, agriculture; Supreme Court rules on flavored vape products aimed at kids—as 17 year old cheerleader sidelined with “popcorn lung”; Tips for dealing with spring allergies.

References & Resources

Exercise as an anti-aging intervention to avoid detrimental impact of mental fatigue
Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 2025; 1 DOI: 10.1123/japa.2024-0227

Association between geriatric nutritional risk index and overactive bladder in three elderly population: a cross-sectional study
Front. Nutr., 10 February 2025, Sec. Clinical Nutrition Volume 12 – 2025 

Medicare will not cover GLP-1 drugs for weight loss
By Alice Park, time.com, April 7, 2025

Weight Watchers prepares for bankruptcy
By Alexander Glads, WSJ  April 9, 2025

High school cheerleader left with ‘Deadly diagnosis’ after secretly vaping for 3 years
By Cara Lynn, AOL.com, April 9, 2025

3 essential vitamins tell the story of US dependence on China
By Willy C Shih and Veronica Chua, hbr.org, Nov 26, 2024

Hormonal birth control is associated with altered gut microbiota B-diversity in physically active females across the menstrual cycle: a pilot trial
J Appl Physiol (1985). 2025 Mar 1;138(3):739-745. doi: 10.1152/japplphysiol.00008.2025. Epub 2025 Feb 14. PMID: 39951399.

US Supreme Court largely backs FDA’s denial of flavored vape product applications
By John Kruzel, Reuters, April 2, 2025

Gene signatures to therapeutics: Assessing the potential of ivermectin against t(4;14) multiple myeloma
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10823940

Pubmed Ivermectin, a potential anti-cancer drug derived from an antiparasitic drug
Pharmacological Research Volume 163, January 2021, 195207

False belief that cancer is a parasite leads some to believe that Ivermectin can treat it
kff.org  Volume 18, March 13, 2025

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Tariff Impacts on Nutraceuticals

• The impact of tariffs on the prices of nutraceuticals
• Switching from seed oils to tallow in restaurants is great, but is the tallow from grass-fed beef?
• My LDL is high after stopping my statin and starting intermittent fasting

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Regional Pain Syndrome

• Is higher cholesterol better for the brain?
• Would taking strontium for spine osteoporosis be of benefit?
• I have chronic regional pain syndrome. Any suggestions for treatment?
• A grateful pet owner’s comment on Dr. Hoffman’s recent podcast with a holistic veterinarian