Intelligent Medicine®

Author: Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN

A paper with "gluten" written on it, resting on top of a background of wheat grains.
Some people benefit from avoiding gluten even if they don't have celiac disease. In this Ask Leyla, learn some of the conditions that can be helped by avoiding gluten-containing grains.
A paper with "gluten" written on it, resting on top of a background of wheat grains.
Person undergoing a dental exam.
Silver fillings are becoming less and less common—and for good reason. Leyla answers a reader question about whether to replace metal fillings.
Person undergoing a dental exam.
Woman eating fresh rainbow colored salad. Multicolored fruits and vegetables background. Healthy eating and dieting concept.
Leyla offers advice on who should avoid a detox/cleanse, when they're most beneficial, and which "fad" cleanses don't work.
Woman eating fresh rainbow colored salad. Multicolored fruits and vegetables background. Healthy eating and dieting concept.
Two pieces of toast with sunny side up eggs on top, next to three small tomatoes on the vine.
It stomach upset after eating eggs a sign of food allergy, or could something else be the culprit? Leyla explores the possibilities.
Two pieces of toast with sunny side up eggs on top, next to three small tomatoes on the vine.
Closeup shot of a woman suffering with period cramps at home. She's sitting on a grey sofa and wearing blue jeans and a mustard-yellow sweater.
Could altering your diet and supplement routine alleviate painful menstrual symptoms? Leyla shares the lifestyle changes that may make periods more comfortable.
Closeup shot of a woman suffering with period cramps at home. She's sitting on a grey sofa and wearing blue jeans and a mustard-yellow sweater.
Man rubbing his stomach and chest with a red glow beneath his hand
Leyla explains why restaurant food is more likely to cause stomach upset, and how to adjust your orders accordingly.
Man rubbing his stomach and chest with a red glow beneath his hand
Dirty oily burnt metal frying pan held in hand by male hand.
Discover the "greener" options for nonstick cookware—plus: how to use stainless steel without sticking!
Dirty oily burnt metal frying pan held in hand by male hand.
Charcuterie board including a variety of cold cuts, cheeses, and olives.
Leyla answers a reader question about the health effects of common charcuterie ingredients.
Charcuterie board including a variety of cold cuts, cheeses, and olives.
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