The Intelligent Medicine Podcast

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 24, Part 1
March 26, 2018
The lesser of two evils: MRI with gadolinium vs. CT scan with contrast? “MIND” diet may slow cognitive decline in stroke survivors; Lifestyle interventions slow progression to Alzheimer’s even in high-risk ApoE4 carriers; Curcumin improves memory and mood; What are the possible causes of swelling in legs? A caller with Waldentrom’s macroglobulinemia; Is GDF11 a veritable “Fountain of Youth” protein? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 24, Part 2

Colonoscopy may trigger appendicitis; A caller with Sjogren’s antibodies seeks answers; Are there natural alternatives for spastic torticollis? Dispelling the myth that fish oil causes prostate cancer; Fiber—but only certain kinds—counters obesity and metabolic syndrome; Cycling exonerated as cause of erectile dysfunction; What’s the deal with those vibrating platforms said to reverse osteoporosis? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
March 23, 2018
Meet GenED - known as genome editing - the next generation of biotechnology which may reshape the future of agriculture and food.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
March 21, 2018
Making the case for Daylight Saving Time. Does taking probiotics effectively rebalance the gut flora after a round of antibiotics, or are the microbiota permanently disrupted? Is there a way to measure IGF-1 to determine the amount of protein one should consume? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

What diet and supplements would be beneficial for a newborn? You say Magnesium Taurate is beneficial for the heart but my cardiologist says to take Magnesium Glycinate, help! Did you say that omega-6 is good for fighting inflammation? I thought it was bad! Mixing chopped mushrooms into burgers can add umami flavor, but is that healthy? Click HERE for part 1.

Preventative Cardiology, Part 1
March 20, 2018
Dr. Steve Helfschien is the developer of Level 1 Diagnostics. What’s wrong with the way we diagnose and prevent cardiovascular disease? What role can the Zona Plus play in treating high blood pressure? How does it work? Even if you’re already on blood pressure medication, can you still use it? Are there contraindications to its use? What diagnostic methods can predict heart attack and stroke risk before it’s too late? Heart rate variability? Advanced carotid ultrasound? Endopat? Pulse wave velocity? Dr. Helfschien gives us a sneak peak of his upcoming book on the health value of coffee. Click HERE for part 2.

Preventative Cardiology, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Steven Helschien, developer of Level 1 Diagnostics. Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 17, Part 1
March 19, 2018
Cholesterol is important for the brain: Seniors with high cholesterol avoid cognitive decline, and eating more cholesterol might slow MS progression; Natural blood thinners—are they safe and effective? A listener concerned about increased cholesterol and arterial calcium—should she take a statin? Natural support for immunity with Kyo-Green and Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract Immune Formula 103. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 17, Part 2

A caller worried about kidney function seeks natural alternatives to NSAIDs for joint pain; L-Arginine vs. pre-eclampsia and major depression; Rx for fungal toenail leaves patient stuck with $1500 pharmacy bill; Oral vs. topical bio-identical hormone replacement; Screening rectal exams found ineffective; New gout drug raises safety issues. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
March 16, 2018
Whether or not to search out curcumin with pepper; Nutrition may play a key role in early psychosis treatment; 'Small dose' exercise guards against depression.