The Intelligent Medicine Podcast

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 10, Part 2
March 12, 2018
Is it a problem if someone has an inordinate craving for salt if they’re otherwise healthy? Is my dermatologist right in telling me that I take too many supplements? Can leucine stave of sarcopenia in senior women? What’s the story on the new shingles vaccine? How having children might shorten your telomeres; Air pollution linked to brain alteration that might affect children’s IQ and behavior; Authors of America’s premier medical textbook fail to disclose BigPharma payoffs; Over 3/4 million annual cancer cases worldwide are attributable to overweight and Type 2 diabetes. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
March 9, 2018
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers these listener questions: Are the 35 supplements I'm taking responsible for my higher HgbA1c and gut fullness?...My husband and I will be staying at a condo in Mexico for the month of March. It was suggested we take Dukoral. Should I take this or stick to my probiotics or both?...Western Diet Triggers NLRP3 Dependent Innate Immune Reprogramming.

Top News and Commentary from the Health and Nutrition Front, Part 1
March 8, 2018
Why does the New York Times continue to promote dubious BigPharma fixes for osteoporosis? “Angel of Death” RN charged with 97 homicides at German hospitals; Lawsuit lifts the lid on insurance company policies to deny claims without physician oversight; Are you mega-dosing on a vitamin that can throw off your blood test results? The unintended consequence of the Affordable Care Act’s cost-containment: more deaths? The case of a British pediatrician charged with manslaughter has sparked outcry among doctors worldwide. Click HERE for part 2.

Top News and Commentary from the Health and Nutrition Front, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his potpourri of vital health news that he didn't get to cover on the weekend radio show. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
March 7, 2018
Highlights from the Integrative Healthcare Symposium. Would you have any experience treating Shwachman-Diamond syndrome? How can I take all of my various supplements without getting overwhelmed? I want to live to 120! Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

Where do you get your grass-fed beef? I'm always concerned about quality; Do you recommend beta-sitosterol for prostate and heart health? Which supplements can be taken for gum inflammation? I had my gallbladder removed 40 years ago. Now I have clay-colored stools if I eat a fatty meal. Is this normal? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 3, Part 1
March 5, 2018
Should you take vitamin C to “bowel tolerance” to fight colds and flu? IV vitamin C breakthrough—it receives approval from FDA after 11 years in regulatory limbo; Vitamin D vs. upper respiratory infections, menstrual irregularities, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS); Magnesium deficiency may hamper vitamin D effectiveness; Greener neighborhoods promote kids’ brain development; Pregnant moms can allergy-proof their children by taking fish oil and probiotic supplements; Dietary polyphenols alleviate fibromyalgia distress. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 3, Part 2

Natural approaches for anxiety; Poor diet in early life may up risk for celiac disease; Gluten-free diet helps quell neuropathy pain; Essential fatty acids for dry eye; Eating nuts slashes colon cancer recurrences; Healthy diet curbs depression; Ketogenic diet for schizophrenia; Are natural, organic cigarettes really healthier? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
March 2, 2018
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers this listener question: Wild Green Oat extract is being promoted as an alternative to Deprenyl for Parkinson's disease. It's supposed to act as an MAO-B inhibitor to prevent dopamine depletion in the brain. I know certain foods have to be avoided when taking MAO inhibitors, due to adverse reactions. Would this also be the case for wild green oat extract?

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
February 28, 2018
No significant difference found between a low fat and low carb diet on weight loss, here's why. Do you agree with Dr. Wallach that bone spurs are the result of calcium deficiency? What are the effects of long-term spironolactone use in the elderly? Click HERE for part 2.