![logo](https://drhoffman.com/wp-content/themes/drhoffman/images/logo.gif)
![Plus 1](https://drhoffman.com/wp-content/themes/drhoffman/images/small-logo.gif)
Sometimes the best way to stick to a diet plan is to break all the rules. Yes, that’s just what I said. The holidays are a perfect time to help you stick to your diet. You just have to follow…read more
Categories:Nutrition and Weight
This article originally appeared on Dr. Perlmutter’s website. It has been estimated that around 60% of Americans over the age of 18 report that they are “regular” coffee drinkers. No doubt what most motivates this consumption is the familiar and…read more
Q: I am avoiding bacon only because of nitrites. However, in doing my research on exactly what nitrites are, I am seeing a lot of sites claiming that nitrites are not bad for you. I’m confused again. Are nitrites good or…read more
Categories:Cancer General Nutrition Nutrition Controversies
This week, as you read this column, I’ll be presenting a course on intravenous (IV) therapies at the annual scientific conference of the American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM). This marks the 30th year that I’ve been providing IV…read more
Categories:Asthma Cancer Supplements Ulcerative Colitis Women’s Health
This article originally appeared on Dr. Teitelbaum’s website, Vitality101. In recent newsletters, I’ve discussed the basics of using the S.H.I.N.E.® Protocol: Sleep Hormones Infections Nutrition, and Exercise as able To recover from CFS and fibromyalgia, double-blind placebo-controlled research has shown…read more
Categories:Exercise Fibromyalgia
Last week, I gave you the first seven supplements you should never take – products that I feel are overhyped, under-researched, or downright dangerous. This week, I’m continuing on that topic with even more supplements to watch out for. Take…read more
Categories:Gluten Sensitivity Men’s Health Obesity Supplements
Q: I’m allergic to dairy, so I can’t rely on probiotics from yogurt or kefir. What dietary sources do you recommend instead for people like me who can’t have dairy? A: Dairy isn’t the only source for probiotics. There’s a wonderful world…read more
Categories:General Nutrition Probiotics
As you already know, I’m a big proponent of nutritional supplements. The majority of supplement manufacturers are responsible and ethical, and their claims are, by and large, science-based. That does not mean that I suspend my critical faculties when it…read more
Categories:Supplements
Q: I’ve noticed magnesium stearate as an ingredient in some of my supplements. What is it? Is it harmful? Should I be worried about how much magnesium I’m getting between that and my regular magnesium supplement? A: In a word, no. Let…read more
Categories:Supplements
The release of a new study has prompted yet another frontal assault on supplements. Last week, the U.S. public was regaled with headlines like: “Dietary Supplements Send 23K to ERs in U.S., Study Says” “Unregulated Supplements Send Thousands to Hospital…read more
Categories:FDA Supplements
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…
Intelligent Medicine Radio for April 20, Part 2: Gin-soaked raisins for diabetes?
Our virtual voicemail is open 24/7, so there's no need to wait to submit your questions for Dr. Hoffman. Leave a message, and you may hear your question featured on the Intelligent Medicine radio program!