The Intelligent Medicine Podcast

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for January 13, Part 2
January 15, 2018
New discovery sheds light on winter weight gain; Throat tickle—is it post-nasal drip or LPR? Researchers find multivitamins prevent second heart attacks; Chronic lymphocytic leukemia survivor who cured himself with natural methods gets cold shoulder from CLL support group; Can the estrogen patch reverse osteoporosis? Creatine for depression; Boyfriends’ sweaty T-shirts induce calming effects in women; Humans wired to spot signs of sickness in others; CoQ10 for tinnitus; Ingredient in beer produces happiness. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
January 12, 2018
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin tackles this listener question: Although done in 2011, The Iowa Women's Health Study shows vitamins linked to increased mortality. This is very troubling research since it seems to be well designed. Can you comment?; Also, New Year's Resolutions - change your breakfast!; and Leyla weighs in on CNN's "Best Diets" ranking.

ENCORE: Natural Treatment of Fibromyalgia, Part 1
January 11, 2018
Everything you ever wanted to know about fibromyalgia. Dr. Ginevra Liptan, author of "The FibroManual: A Complete Fibromyalgia Treatment Guide for You and Your Doctor," and herself a recovered fibromyalgia sufferer, outlines a comprehensive integrative approach for this elusive condition. How is fibromyalgia diagnosed? What may trigger it? Is there a genetic component? Is it “all in your head?" What is the 4R treatment program for fibromyalgia? How does sleep fit in? What medications can be used selectively in fibromyalgia? What supplements are beneficial? What role does diet play? Hormones? Stress reduction techniques? Why is repairing the gut important? How can myofascial therapy help? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Natural Treatment of Fibromyalgia, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Ginevra Liptan, author of "The FibroManual: A Complete Fibromyalgia Treatment Guide for You and Your Doctor." Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
January 10, 2018
A cure for Alzheimer's disease found in a diabetes drug? Yoga improves bone mineral density in those with osteoporosis. I used to take Strontium for osteoporosis and then stopped when it improved, now I have osteoporosis again. Should I start taking it again? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

What is the right dose of vitamin K to take, will 100 mcg twice daily suffice? What effect will a ketogenic diet have on a 2 cm cyst on my left kidney? Consumer Reports says green tea extract harms the liver, is this true? I have an ulcer on my foot that won't heal, any suggestions? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for January 6, Part 1
January 8, 2018
Pick your New Year’s weight loss paradigm: Time-restricted fasting (TRF) vs. hara hachi bu; Are yeast products and mushrooms a no-no for Crohn’s Disease? Solutions for cold, painful fingers in a diabetic; Supplements to support fracture healing; Weekly fish consumption linked to better sleep, higher IQ; Taking vitamins before and during pregnancy slashes autism risk; 12 minutes of daily yoga may increase bone density. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for January 6, Part 2

Is loneliness the new smoking? A patient with fibromyalgia reports feeling better when she had the flu—why? California flu outbreak strains hospitals, depletes medication stores—are there natural alternatives? Is it true that EGCG from green tea is bad for the liver? Natural solutions for fatty liver disease; A patient intolerant to statins seeks help from supplements. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
January 5, 2018
Happy New Year! A great time to contemplate healthy new habits; A diet strategy that counts time, not calories.

Anne Louise Gittleman, Part 1: Taking Charge of Your Perimenopause
January 4, 2018
Ann Louise Gittleman shares her insights on perimenopause from her new book "Before the Change." Why are so many women experiencing trouble in their 30s, 40s, and 50s? What are xenoestrogens? Is there a gallbladder connection? Could low thyroid be part of the problem? Can natural progesterone help? Is soy a no-no? Is it possible to exercise too much? Click HERE for part 2.