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In the wake of last week’s newsletter article in which I questioned the flu vaccine, I was disheartened by a subsequent commentary in Medscape entitled “Are ‘Vaccine Skeptics’ Responsible for Flu Deaths?” The tagline was “Some experts say anti-vaccine lobby took over messaging…read more
Categories:Flu
I get tons of questions from listeners and patients about whether they should receive the flu shot. My stock reply: “I’m agnostic.” There could be certain benefits, which are slight, in terms of protection. But they may be outweighed by…read more
Categories:Flu
Q: Which is better, borage oil or evening primrose oil as an anti-inflammatory in addition to omega-3 fatty acids? A: Borage oil is derived from the seed of the plant Borago officinalis also known as starflower. Evening primrose oil (EPO) is derived from…read more
Categories:Supplements
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of cardiovascular risk factors associated with increased risk for chronic disease such as heart disease and cancer. According to the CDC, more than a third of all US adults met the definition and criteria for…read more
Categories:Metabolic Syndrome
[My Valentine’s gift to you: I reworked and updated this article that I originally published last year to reflect the latest finding on the beneficial effects of chocolate.] What the world doesn’t need this Valentine’s Day is yet another cheery…read more
Categories:General Nutrition
By Amanda Wilks
In today’s fast-paced world, improper dietary habits are more widely encountered than ever before. We’re all used to eating as fast as possible so that we can get back to our tasks in the shortest time possible. Unfortunately, this is…read more
Categories:General Nutrition
Earlier this week, I spoke at NYU Langone Medical Center as part of their Heart Health Lecture Series. The subject was “Fostering a Healthy Microbiome for Cardiovascular Health.” Along with Dr. Lea Ann Chen, a gastroenterologist who is doing research on…read more
Categories:Digestive Health Microbiome Obesity Probiotics Supplements
Cardiovascular health is not just a matter of lowering cholesterol. Over the years I’ve helped you sort out the latest legitimate breakthroughs from the pervasive BS, but the basic Intelligent Medicine philosophy remains – promoting heart health is a combination…read more
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Colostrum is the first food of life for newborn mammals. It provides antibodies, carbohydrates, and protein to help a baby grow and develop. Perhaps best of all, colostrum’s effects extend across the whole body. Now, let’s take a look at…read more
Categories:General Nutrition Immunity Muscle and Bone Health Neurological Health Skin and Hair Skin Conditions Sponsored Supplements
President Donald Trump’s recent physical exam has occasioned lots of commentary, much of it snarky. It has even spawned a new hashtag: #Girther, a skeptical allusion to Trump’s claim that he is 6’3” and 239 (Some believe he’s exaggerating his height…read more
Categories:General Medicine
Though we think of declining estrogen as the hallmark of menopause, it's actually common for…
Up to 12 percent of Americans have ulcers at some point in life. Peptic ulcers…
Gallbladder disease is a modern illness. An estimated 20 million Americans have gallbladder disease. The…
The recent attempt on candidate Trump’s life merely highlights a long-standing problem: America is in…
Q: Is drinking liquids with meals bad for digestion? I routinely have a pint of…
“Dr. Hoffman, do you still eat peanuts?” That was a listener question recently on my…
ENCORE: A New Revolutionary Technology That Can Predict Cardiovascular Risk With Precision, Part 2
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