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American Heart Association doubles down on outmoded saturated fat recommendations
Are you suffering from health news whiplash? It seems lately that all the news has been about the how saturated fats have been exonerated—studies show that meat and high fat dairy contribute negligibly or not at all to the risk…read more
Leyla Weighs In: Top supplements for supporting healthy weight loss and metabolic efficiency
It’s that time of year again! With bathing suit season upon us, many are trying to shed a few pounds, so I thought I’d share some of my favorite supplements for supporting healthy weight loss, and optimizing your metabolic efficiency….read more
Categories:Nutrition and Weight Supplements
NSAIDs increase heart risk: Now what for osteoarthritis pain?
It was recently revealed that use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs—over the counter products like Advil, Motrin, ibuprofen, and Aleve, and prescription meds like Celebrex, Voltaren, Indocin, Naprosyn, Feldene, Daypro and Anaprox—can increase the risk of cardiovascular events (heart attacks and…read more
Ask Leyla: Are microwave ovens safe?
Q: Do you think microwave ovens are safe? Do you use them? A: I do own a microwave oven and use it mostly to reheat leftovers. I don’t use it to thaw or cook proteins such as meat or chicken because I…read more
Categories:General Nutrition
Ask Leyla: What are the rules of snacking?
Q: I’m often at a loss when it comes to snacking. Is it healthy/necessary to eat between meals? Sometimes when I snack, I don’t feel full, or I find myself hungry again just a little while later. What types of snacks do…read more
Categories:General Nutrition Stress
Ketosis & Parkinson’s Disease: Improving symptoms with a ketogenic diet
If you feel like you are hearing about more and more about Parkinson’s Disease in the media lately, you shouldn’t be surprised. Cases are being presented with more and more frequency, such that Parkinson’s rate of incidence is now somewhere…read more
Categories:General Nutrition Ketogenic Diet Parkinson's Disease
All disease begins in the gut
“All Disease Begins in the Gut.” It’s a quote attributed to the Ancient Greek physician Hippocrates nearly 2500 years ago. Traditional medical systems acknowledged the primacy of the gut; many remedies for systemic disorders involved purgatives to expel toxins and…read more
Categories:Digestive Health Microbiome Supplements
11 reasons why you should be using extra virgin olive oil
The Bible refers to the olive tree as the “tree of life.” Olives, the ripe fruit of the tree, yield healthy monounsaturated fats and phytochemicals that act as potent antioxidants. Research on the benefits of olive oil abounds in scientific…read more
Categories:Alzheimer's Disease and Memory Problems Cancer Diabetes General Nutrition Heart Disease Inflammation Stroke and TIAs
Innovative therapies for Multiple Sclerosis
In a previous newsletter article and accompanying podcast, I outlined a dietary and supplement program for multiple sclerosis. We also interviewed Dr. Terry Wahls, herself an MS sufferer, who attained remission through application of a Paleo Diet (the Wahls Protocol)….read more
Categories:Multiple Sclerosis Supplements
The top 15 supplements for natural MS treatment
In a recent podcast, I made the case for natural treatment of multiple sclerosis with diet, supplements, and other innovative therapies. My experience while treating MS patients for over thirty years has convinced me that while drugs have limited benefits…read more
Categories:Multiple Sclerosis Probiotics Supplements
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Though we think of declining estrogen as the hallmark of menopause, it's actually common for…
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Up to 12 percent of Americans have ulcers at some point in life. Peptic ulcers…
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Gallbladder disease is a modern illness. An estimated 20 million Americans have gallbladder disease. The…
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The recent attempt on candidate Trump’s life merely highlights a long-standing problem: America is in…
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Q: Is drinking liquids with meals bad for digestion? I routinely have a pint of…
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“Dr. Hoffman, do you still eat peanuts?” That was a listener question recently on my…
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