The Intelligent Medicine Podcast

Leyla Weighs In: Coffee
February 3, 2023
Drinking 2+ cups of coffee daily may double risk of heart death in people with severe hypertension. Plus, lowering blood pressure naturally.

What Should You Expect From Your Probiotic Supplement?, Part 1
February 2, 2023
When you start taking probiotics, it affects your whole body. This is because the bacterial colonies in your gut—or gut microbiome—impact many aspects of your health, such as your digestion, brain function, and your immune system. Dr. Ross Pelton is the Director of Science & Education for Essential Formulas Incorporated which specializes in premium probiotic products. He joins us with a Probiotics 101 primer. How can you tell when your probiotics are working? What should you look for in a superior probiotic formula? Also, find out how your microbiome is directly related to your aging process in Dr. Pelton's new article, "The Microbiome Theory of Aging." The article details why an unbalanced gut microbiome increases disease risk and accelerates biological aging. Click HERE for part 2.

What Should You Expect From Your Probiotic Supplement?, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Ross Pelton, Director of Science & Education for Essential Formulas Incorporated which specializes in premium probiotic products. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Life Expectancy
February 1, 2023
Report: US will trail other nations in life expectancy by 2030; Obesity rates a contributing factor to decreased life expectancy in the US; What are your views about the use of AMPK? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: The Choline in Eggs

What dosage of Nicotinamide Riboside is optimal in increasing mitochondrial biogenesis?; I've been treated for SIBO in the past but haven't yet tried rifaximin. Do you recommend it?; Is the choline in eggs causing thousands of people to suddenly form blood clots?; Is the EBCT still the most accurate, least-radiation-exposure test for coronary calcification?; How many milligrams of SAMe do you recommend for depression? Click HERE for part 1.

A Comprehensive Strategy for Menopause, Part 1
January 31, 2023
There’s apprehension about the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual reality (VR)—are we about to enter the dystopian future world of The Matrix? But today’s guest, Dr. Joseph Feuerstein, discusses the innovative application of AI and VR to a common problem: menopausal hot flashes in women for whom estrogen is contraindicated because of the risk of cancer. Using a VR headset, menopausal women were presented guided imagery featuring cooling and relaxing suggestions. A pilot study showed it reduced the frequency and intensity of hot flashes, improved sleep quality, and enhanced overall well-being. Dr. Feuerstein discusses a comprehensive strategy for menopause, comprising acupuncture, natural products (Estrovera and Relizen), exercise and diet. Are soy isoflavones OK for relieving menopausal symptoms, even in breast cancer patients? Dr. Feuerstein is also co-author of "The Cannabinoid Cookbook," which is not merely a guidebook to marijuana edibles; instead, it focuses on the numerous foods that support the body’s endocannabinoid system—Including cocoa, omega-3 fatty acids, turmeric, and truffles. These foods deliver compounds which confer a multiplicity of mood and anti-inflammatory benefits. Click HERE for part 2.

A Comprehensive Strategy for Menopause, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Joseph Feuerstein about an innovative approach to menopause. Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for January 30, Part 1: Questionable Pharma Practices
January 30, 2023
Pfizer Exec dishes on hidden mic about questionable Pharma practices; Federal judge blocks implementation of California’s medical misinformation law; When surgery’s not an option for torn knee meniscus; Psychedelics show promise in depression; Study reveals inflammatory component in depression; Could stress prompt excessive weight loss? Anxiety linked to intestinal bacteria imbalance. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for January 28, Part 2: Weight Loss Drugs

Shortages are prompting some to DIY popular weight loss drugs out of mail-order chemicals; Heavy metals in some chocolate brands; Scientists propose introducing meat substitutes to captive audiences in schools, prisons, and hospitals; Impossible Foods CEO predicts demise of meat industry in 15 years; Lab-grown meat nears approval; Parkinson’s Disease is in the gut; Endometriosis found to be associated with microbiome abnormalities; Bone loss in a male with low T. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In: Olive Oil and Brain Function
January 27, 2023
Can extra virgin olive oil improve impaired brain function?; Omega-3 fatty acids may promote stronger brain structure and thinking.