Alcoholism
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“Breakthrough” treatments that we don’t really need (part four)
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
I couldn’t resist. Rather than leave these candidates for “Breakthrough treatments that we don’t really need” on the cutting room floor, I’m sallying forth with yet another (hopefully final!) installment. The premise is that seemingly not a week goes by that we’re…read more
Categories: Alcoholism
Are any of these New Year’s challenges right for you?
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
January is named after Janus, the Roman two-faced god, “the god of beginnings, gates, transitions, time, duality, doorways, passages, frames, and endings.” In classic depictions, Janus simultaneously looks backward and forward. In the quiet of winter, it’s a great time to…read more
Categories: Alcoholism
Ask Leyla: It’s Alcohol Awareness Month – What lifestyle changes can help my son manage his alcoholism?
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: My son who is in his late twenties has had a drinking/drug problem for years. I do not know after reading your article whether it is actually alcoholism or alcohol abuse. Regardless, it has become a real problem both personally and…read more
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Ask Leyla: Can dietary changes help my son manage his alcohol addiction?
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: My son who is in his late twenties has had a drinking/drug problem for years. I do not know after reading your article whether it is actually alcoholism or alcohol abuse. Regardless, it has become a real problem both personally…read more
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21 ways to save your liver!
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Dan Aykroyd made his way into the annals of comedy fame with his hilarious impression of chef Julia Child in a now-legendary skit on Saturday Night Live. “Save the liver!” he trilled while demonstrating how to cook a chicken, managing…read more
Categories: Alcoholism
Where is your liver and what does it do – Liver 101
By Jenny Travens
This article originally appeared on SuperFood Living. It’s been reprinted here for your education and enjoyment. The liver is a vital organ that we can’t live without. Rendezvous with the Liver Facts The liver is the second largest organ in…read more
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10 ways the foods you eat can affect your sex life
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
In the run-up to Valentine’s Day, you may see a lot of “listicle” articles like “Top Ten Aphrodisiac Foods” or “Eight Foods That Can Super-Charge Your Sex Life.” In the spirit of Intelligent Medicine, let’s perform a reality check on…read more
Categories: Alcoholism
Ask Leyla: Which red wine is best for my health?
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: I heard Dr. Hoffman’s recent podcast on resveratrol. I’m not much of a drinker now, but I’d like to start drinking red wine. How do I know which red wine has good resveratrol content? A: Resveratrol is an important antioxidant for…read more
Categories: Alcoholism
Hepatitis
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Hepatitis is defined as liver inflammation resulting from alcohol use, toxic materials or viral infection transmitted through food, liquids, bodily fluids and feces, or blood transfusions. In addition, there is autoimmune hepatitis and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Viral hepatitis causes fever,…read more
Categories: Alcoholism
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Q: I am a 77-year-old woman. On recent bone density test, lumbar spine results range…
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