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Winterize Your Skin

Is your winter skincare routine missing something crucial? Friend of the pod Dr. Ross Pelton, the Natural Pharmacist, details the

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Author: Dr. Ronald Hoffman

Q&A with Leyla: Leg Cramps

Fish oil linked to reduced risk of atrial fibrillation; Advice for arthritis and leg cramps during the night; “I follow a low-carb diet, why is my Hemoglobin A1c high?” Will there soon be biological criteria for diagnosing clinical depression? What’s with the ongoing battle between low fat and full fat dairy advocates? And more!

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Winterize Your Skin

Is your winter skincare routine missing something crucial? Friend of the pod Dr. Ross Pelton, the Natural Pharmacist, details the secrets to a healthy skin microbiome and how it connects with your gut health.

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Intelligent Medicine Radio for January 24: Cancer, Diabetes Risks from Food Preservatives

New study dispels fears over fish oil-atrial fibrillation link; Research highlights cancer, diabetes risks from food preservatives; Do the new dietary guidelines go too far, or are they a cop-out? Can we crack the code on aging, or are humans just “term-limited”? Patients with depression who’ve tried everything obtain surprising relief from vagus nerve stimulation; Blood sugar spikes after meals—even absent diabetes—can drive Alzheimer’s risk; New study pushes back on Tylenol-autism link, but highlights poor diet, chemical exposure, pre-natal anti-depressant use as potential culprits. And more!

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ENCORE: Living to 100

Could living past 100 become the new normal? Discover the secrets to living longer and the societal impacts of everyone living past 100 with Journalist William J. Cole, author of “The Big 100: Uncovering the Keys to Longevity.”

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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
Natural products for healthy bowel.
Nutritional science is a constantly evolving, highly-nuanced scientific discipline. Learn some of the ways it bucks conventional wisdom.
Natural products for healthy bowel.
Pregnant woman taking pill at home
Dr. Hoffman examines recent headlines about the potential link between autism and acetaminophen.
Pregnant woman taking pill at home
Senior African American woman doing yoga at home, in front of a large window.
Many factors converge to undermine our balance as we age. Dr. Hoffman shares the top ten.
Senior African American woman doing yoga at home, in front of a large window.
A recycling bin stuffed with plastic water bottles
Most of us recycle in good faith, but are our plastic bottles ending up where we intend? Dr. Hoffman investigates.
A recycling bin stuffed with plastic water bottles
A pile of halved raw potatoes resting beside a burlap bag filled with whole potatoes.
There’s no question that curbing carbs can help with blood sugar regulation. Sugary foods and refined carbohydrates are major offenders. But what about potatoes?
A pile of halved raw potatoes resting beside a burlap bag filled with whole potatoes.
“Coming Soon” phrase placed in a blue bubble with design elements and a megaphone isolated on a white background
Take a sneak peek at the expert guests you can expect on upcoming episodes of the Intelligent Medicine podcast this fall.
“Coming Soon” phrase placed in a blue bubble with design elements and a megaphone isolated on a white background
Woman having her thyroid examined by a doctor
Natural thyroid medications have found themselves in the crosshairs yet again. Discover why it's vital we retain access to these important therapies!
Woman having her thyroid examined by a doctor
Microscopic of Neural network Brain cells
From the possibility of lithium to slow Alzheimer's progression to evidence that a keto diet may be beneficial for Parkinson's patients, we're delving into the recent breakthroughs in natural therapies for brain disorders.
Microscopic of Neural network Brain cells
Spoon with natural sweetener on a heap
Sugar substitutes are often considered a healthier alternative to sugar, but more study is needed. Dr. Hoffman shares his thoughts on erythritol.
Spoon with natural sweetener on a heap
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