Exploring Regenerative Agriculture and Advanced Nutraceuticals with Nébil Bourguiba, the Vegetal Sourcing Manager for Groupe Berkem, a French company focusing on innovative, plant-based solutions for the nutraceutical, cosmetic, and construction industries. The conversation delves into the issues surrounding industrial chemicals, the importance of regenerative agriculture, and ethical sourcing. Bourguiba discusses the scientific approach his company takes to develop high-quality, organic nutraceutical ingredients and cosmetic products. They also explore the potential of plant-based materials in creating sustainable construction products and the challenges posed by current European regulations. Tune in to learn more about how regenerative practices can lead to healthier, more sustainable products across various industries.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for July 12, Part 1: Carbo-Loading

The profitable conveyor belt of osteoporosis—from bone density screening to powerful medications; Study reveals heart hazards of new bone-building drugs; Carbo-loading before endurance events—are we overdoing it? Barbie gets a CGM; Swallowable sensor in a pill reveals secrets of gut health; Dr. Jeffrey Bland introduces Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat as a hedge against age-related immune decline. 

Intelligent Medicine Radio for July 12, Part 2: Smartphone “Fast”

New study shows mood, attention, brain function improvements after 2-week smartphone “fast”; Natural ways to combat the pain of neuropathy; Solutions for painful swollen lower extremities; Omega-3 reduces depression in bipolar disease; Berberine for blood sugar control; Study demonstrates comprehensive lifestyle program reverses cognitive decline; NSAIDs for knee pain—more is not better; Nighttime pistachio snack curbs pre-diabetes.

References & Resources

Powerful pill can reveal what’s going on in your gut, thanks to miniature sensors
Nat Biotechnol 36, 596 (2018)

Barbie introduces 1st doll with Type 1 diabetes
By Yi-Jin Yu, Good morning America, July 8, 2025

Some bone density treatments linked to increased likelihood of heart attack and atrial fibrillation
Epicresearch.org  June 26, 2025

Strategic carbohydrate feeding improves performance in ketogenic-trained athletes
Clinical Nutrition Volume 51, August 2025, Pages 212-221

Can berberine supplements help manage diabetes
By Marsha Mculloch, MS, RD and Tom Rush, Healthline, February 24, 2025

Nighttime pistachio snacking may reshape gut microbiome in prediabetic adults
Current Developments in Nutrition, Volume 9, Issue 7, 107481

Is your brain aging faster than you? New science offers clues
By Alex Janin, WSJ June 29, 2025

Omega-3s reduce depression and improve brain health in new RCT
GrassRoots Health Nutrient Research Institute  July 9, 2025

Blocking mobile internet on smartphones improves sustained attention, mental health, and subjective well-being
PNAS Nexus. 2025 Feb 18;4(2):pgaf017. doi: 10.1093/pnasnexus/pgaf017

Identifying clinically relevant subgroups of patients with knee pain flares for ibuprofen treatment
Clin Rheumatol. 2025 Jun 25. doi: 10.1007/s10067-025-07539-0. Epub ahead of print.

Palmitoylethanolamide in the treatment of chronic pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis of double-blind randomized controlled trials
Nutrients. 2023 Mar 10;15(6):1350. doi: 10.3390/nu15061350

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Red Light Therapy v. Morning Sunlight

• More and more patients are looking for root causes to their ailments
• I’m 51 years old and my PSA is starting to climb. Is there anything I can do to slow the progression?
• Do I really need a red light therapy device or does early morning sunlight provide the same benefit?
• What do you think of the R.E.M.S scan for bone density?

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: A Weedkiller Worse Than Glyphosate

• A story about Familial Hypercholesterolemia
• The importance of coronary artery calcium scoring in determining the need for a statin
• A weedkiller worse than glyphosate being used in the US
• Can I eat one meal a day indefinitely?

The Seed Oil Controversy: Unpacking Health Risks and Alternatives with Jonathan Rubin, CEO of the Seed Oil Free Alliance. The discussion focuses on the potential health hazards posed by seed oils, which have become ubiquitous in the American diet. They explore how these oils may be linked to chronic disease and obesity and compare this with the mainstream view that considers them harmless. Jonathan shares insights from his personal health journey and explains the mission and methodology of the Seed Oil Free Alliance, which aims to provide consumers with reliable information and certification for seed oil-free products. The episode also covers the historical context of seed oil consumption, the science behind omega-6 fatty acids, and practical alternatives for a healthier diet.

Exploring the Health Benefits of Red and Infrared Light Therapy with Dr. Carl Rothchild, the founder, researcher, and owner of Trifecta Light™ Technologies, Inc., a leading innovator in LED Infrared/Red Light therapeutic technology. He details the numerous health benefits of red and infrared light therapy. He discusses the therapeutic potential of LED technology, particularly in the form of full-body light beds. Topics covered include the impact on mitochondria, tissue regeneration, fat loss, improving athletic performance, and alleviating conditions such as fibromyalgia and neuropathy. The episode emphasizes the scientific foundations and practical applications of this emerging technology.

Part 1: Hair Growth and Restoration

A slew of ultra-powerful weight loss drugs are in the pipeline—ironic that Westerners need them so much? RFK Jr. wants every American to wear a fitness tracker; New study upends belief that inflammation is inevitable with aging; Rating products for hair growth and restoration; Why electric vehicles may make us carsick.

Part 2: Can liver fibrosis be reversed?

Treating episodes of surging blood pressure, hot flashes and nausea with Xanax may miss a root cause; Can liver fibrosis be reversed? Researchers discover 96 environmental chemicals lurking in toddlers’ bodies; 12% of doctors 70 and older found to have cognitive deficits—time to take the keys away?  Early to bed, early to rise . . . permits more exercise; Tailored probiotic sponges up toxic PFAS chemicals in GI tract; Let’s retire the misleading BMI as a guide to optimal body composition.

References & Resources

RFK Jr. wants every American to wear a fitness tracker…
JMIR Mhealth Uhealth. 2022 Jul 13;10(7):e35684. doi: 10.2196/35684

Trump’s health secretary RFK Jr. wants every American to wear a fitness tracker and ‘take control of their health”–but we have questions
By Alex Blake, techradar.com  June 30, 2025

Aging may not equal chronic inflammation
Neuroscience news, July 2, 2025

Feel carsick in electric vehicles? The science behind the queasiness that can come with the ride
By Miranda Wang, NYPost  July 1, 2025

Ozempic maker announces not one but three new weight-loss drugs
By Bronwyn Thompson, New Atlas.com, March 24, 2025

Early birds get the burn: Early bedtimes are associated with more physical activity
By Monash University, Medicalxpress.com  June 30, 2025

Body fat predicts major health risk that BMI misses
By Melissa Rudy, http://www.foxnews.com  June 28, 2025

Tiny gut “sponge” bacteria found to flush out toxic PFAS “forever chemicals
Nature Microbiology, 2025; DOI: 10.1038/s41564-025-02032-5

Expert in law, bioethics sees need for cognitive testing amid graying of the nation’s physician workforce
By Liz Mineo, news.harvard.edu  June 30, 2025

Researchers tested 200 toddlers-96 chemicals were lurking in their bodies
Environmental Science & Technology, 2025; DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.4c13605

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Fitness Trackers

• Fitness trackers: friend or foe?
• What brand(s) of fish oil do you recommend and why?
• My friend’s doctor recommends a reverse osmosis water filtration system. Is this the best way to go? Are there other options?

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Ejection Fraction

• What are possible causes for low ejection fraction?
• Can thyroid function affect ejection fraction?
• Does levothyroxine affect heart function?
• How does the functioning of our mitochondria affect heart health?
• What are your thoughts on CoQ10 and PQQ for heart health?
• What kinds of exercises are safe to do if your ejection fraction is too low? 
• How long can I fast safely?

Unveiling Myocardial Bridges: A Hidden Cause of Heart Disease with Jeff Holden, a patient activist, author of “Imperfect Heart: Stories of Myocardial Bridges,” and host of the “Imperfect Heart” podcast. Jeff shares his harrowing personal journey with myocardial bridges, a congenital heart condition often overlooked by the medical community. Despite experiencing unexplained cardiac symptoms and undergoing multiple medical tests, Jeff was only diagnosed after a provocative test at Stanford revealed severe vasospasms and a myocardial bridge. Jeff emphasizes the importance of awareness and proper diagnosis of this condition, which can mimic common cardiovascular diseases but requires an entirely different treatment approach. The discussion highlights the need for increased recognition among primary care physicians and cardiologists, the diagnostic challenges, and the impact of this often-ignored condition on patients’ lives. This episode aims to educate listeners and promote better understanding and management of myocardial bridges in the medical community.

The Protein Paradigm: Redefining Dietary Guidelines with Dr. Nina Teicholz, a PhD nutritionist, founder of the Nutrition Coalition, and author of “The Big Fat Surprise“. The discussion focuses on controversies around dietary guidelines, particularly the misrepresentation of low-fat diets and the critical role of protein in optimal health. Dr. Teicholz addresses the flaws in the US Dietary Guidelines, highlights the impact of institutionalized groupthink on nutrition science, and argues for the reassessment of protein recommendations and the demonization of saturated fats. She also examines the challenges and influence of food industry conflicts on public health policies and shares insights on the potential for meaningful reform under the current administration.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Scam Alert

• It’s too hot to cook!
• A natural approach to tinnitus
• A closer look at vaccines
• Scam alert using the likeness of a colleague.  It could happen to you!
• AI is making us dumber

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Neuropathy

• If dairy prevents absorption of antioxidants from blueberries, what about our antioxidant supplements?
• A comment on teaching medical school students about nutrition
• Is my evening melatonin supplement causing my glucose levels to be high the next morning?
• My wife has neuropathy. What supplements and/or treatments would you recommend?
• I like to exercise but don’t want to join a gym