The Intelligent Medicine Podcast

ENCORE: Is fish oil the remedy for traumatic brain injury (TBI)? Part 2
September 6, 2018
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Michael Lewis, Retired U.S. Army Colonel, West Point Graduate, former military physician, and founder of the Brain Health Education Research Institute. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
September 5, 2018
Does hydrolized collagen obviate the need for glucosamine/chondroitin? Could the NutraSweet in gum adversely impact health? "I had a partial small bowel obstruction recently. Is there a nutritional protocol to prevent recurrence?" "I use a water filtration system. Is there a reason to add electrolytes to it? Or should I just drink some coconut water?" Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

Can intestinal inflammation be the cause of chronic diarrhea? "Would your bone health protocol benefit someone with a tibia fracture and bone cancer?" Would a B12 shot help sciatica? Turmeric with black pepper for arthritis? "My sister with Lyme disease, rheumatoid arthritis and Hashimoto's feels sick when she stops taking antibiotics, why is that?" Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Macular Degeneration, Part 1
September 4, 2018
Macular degeneration (AMD) is a major cause of blindness for American seniors. AMD is also one of the few medical conditions where nutritional therapy remains the mainstay of treatment, in the absence of drug “fixes.” Dr. Thomas Guilliams explains why antioxidants, Omega 3 fatty acids, and carotenoids are logical choices for preventing or slowing the progression of AMD; Is there evidence that healthy diets confer protection against AMD? What about exercise? What’s the difference between “wet” and “dry” AMD? Why are free radicals such a problem for the eye? What role does DHA play in eye health? How do lutein and zeaxanthin act like “internal sunglasses” in the eyes? What are main dietary sources of lutein and zeaxanthin? What are some of the controversies in eye research? What nutrients at what doses should the ideal eye supplement contain? Are additional benefits to be had from the addition of taurine, l-carnitine, n-acetylcysteine (NAC), quercetin, or sulforaphane? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Macular Degeneration, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Thomas Guilliams about nutritional therapy for macular degeneration. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for September 1, Part 1
September 3, 2018
Listeners respond to my “24 Ways to Transform Our Healthcare System”; Oncologists to study keto diet as way of augmenting chemo efficacy for cancer; Vitamin D may help alleviate overactive bladder; Brain stimulation to reduce aggressive behavior (shades of Clockwork Orange?); New Alzheimer’s drug breakthrough—or another flash in the pan? A caller wonders if a recent tick bite could be the cause of a new allergy to meat products; Are any supplements helpful for diverticulosis? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for September 1, Part 2

Can NT Factor restore energy in a cancer patient suffering from post-chemo fatigue? Natural therapies for chronic lymphocytic leukemia; Why sticking with the same doctor might extend your life; Study reveals that bacteria and fungi frequently congregate on surfaces of implantable body parts; High glycemic index diet accelerates osteoporosis; What to do when a routine ultrasound reveals something unexpected; New blood test offers early prediction of autism; Air pollution hikes global risk for diabetes. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In: Is there gluten in your medication(s)?
August 31, 2018
Is there gluten in your medication(s)? Addressing this concern for patients with celiac disease and non-celiac gluten-sensitivity.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
August 29, 2018
Retraction needed! People die faster using complementary medicine for cancer; "My WBC count has been trending downwards but vitamin C has helped to boost it back up again. Is there anything else I can take to increase my neutrophil count?" "What is your take on CBD oil?" "20 years ago, the Specific Carbohydrate diet cured my ulcerative colitis, and now the Whole 30 diet has reduced my weight and joint pain--thank you!" Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

Difficulty swallowing vitamins? Recommendation for a multivitamin without iron? For someone without digestive or sleep issues, which form of magnesium is recommended? Does dairy have deleterious health effects? Is there an exception with kefir? Copper supplementation for cancer survivors? Click HERE for part 1.