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The Fight for Freedom of Choice in Healthcare with Rob Verkerk, Part 1
May 22, 2024
Rob Verkerk, the founder and executive director of the Alliance for Natural Health has a deep-dive into the importance of safeguarding natural and sustainable healthcare options, highlighting current campaigns by the Alliance for Natural Health advocating for free speech in health matters. Amidst a backdrop of increasing censorship and control over health-related information, particularly on social media platforms, they touch on the implications of WHO's pandemic policies and the narrowing of discourse around medical ethics and informed consent. The conversation critically examines how misinformation policies on platforms like YouTube threaten the pluralism of health information, emphasizing the significance of informed public discourse on natural health and environmental concerns. Hoffman and Verkerk underscore the pressing need for a balanced, honest representation of health information to empower personal healthcare decisions. Click HERE for part 2.
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The Fight for Freedom of Choice in Healthcare with Rob Verkerk, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Rob Verkerk, Founder, Alliance for Natural Health, Executive & Scientific Director Alliance for Natural Health International & Alliance for Natural Health USA. Click HERE for part 1.
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Breathing Easier: Natural Solutions for Seasonal Allergies with Nate Jones, Part 1
May 21, 2024
Nathan Jones, CEO and Founder of Xlear, Inc., details the role of Xylitol in addressing seasonal allergies and dental health. He emphasizes the importance of nasal hygiene, the use of Xylitol for allergy relief, and the need for greater integration of natural remedies in public health strategies despite regulatory obstacles. He discusses challenges faced by the natural products industry due to stringent regulations imposed by the FTC. Click HERE for part 2.
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Breathing Easier: Natural Solutions for Seasonal Allergies with Nate Jones, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Nathan Jones, CEO and Founder of Xlear, Inc. Click HERE for part 1.
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Intelligent Medicine Radio for May 20, Part 1: Reversing Muscle Weakness
May 20, 2024
Q: What did Paleo humans eat? A: It depends! Reversing muscle weakness; Weight lifting is not just for muscle-heads; Diet trumps drugs for IBS; Solutions for fatty liver; Tryptophan vs. stress-induced emotional eating; Dr. Derrick Lonsdale, nutrition pioneer, dies at 100; Alternatives to drugs for weight loss. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.
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Intelligent Medicine Radio for May 18, Part 2: “Detox Socks”
Novel solutions promise relief from poison oak/ivy; New blood tests accurately predict cancer; Can you reverse coronary artery plaque? Elevated liver enzymes on routine blood test—what does it mean? DIY acupressure found to deliver relief from knee pain; “Detox socks” and foot baths—are they for real? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.
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Leyla Weighs In: Navigating Teen Health in the Digital Age
May 17, 2024
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses the influence of digital platform food marketing on teenagers and raises concerns about pesticide residues in commonly consumed food items. Drawing on findings from the Public Health Nutrition Journal, Leyla explains how teens are targeted by food advertisers on social media through strategic campaigns that influence their food choices, often promoting unhealthy products like fast food and sugary drinks. Leyla criticizes the unethical nature of these marketing practices, emphasizing their potential to shape teen dietary habits negatively. The episode also covers a pilot study from the Journal of Exposure Scientific Environmental Epidemiology detailing the presence of Chlormequat, a plant growth regulator, in food and urine samples, highlighting its potential risks to human health, including reduced fertility and fetal development issues. Leyla advocates for increased media literacy, stricter regulatory measures to protect young consumers, and encourages organic food choices to minimize pesticide exposure.
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: HIIT Training
May 16, 2024
Highlights from Dr. Hoffman's trip to Scotland -- Some insights on this trip through the lens of health; “When I'm doing my HIIT training, the instructor keeps reminding us to breathe. Is this really important?” “I'm having trouble swallowing my vitamins. Should I be concerned?” “I fast regularly and feel great on one meal a day. What can I do about insomnia?” Click HERE for part 2.
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: A Cure for Tinnitus?
“Is there a cure for tinnitus? What do you recommend?” “I'm in my mid sixties. Should I be concerned about my heart rate going too high while exercising?”
“My friend has lupus and Castleman's disease. Any suggestions?” “Does milk in coffee keep a person from absorbing polyphenols?” Click HERE for part 1.
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Feeding the Brain: Nutrients for Memory, Focus, and Aging, Part 1
May 15, 2024
Neil Levin, a clinical nutritionist and expert formulator for Protocol for Life Balance details nutritional support for brain health. He covers the rising burden of Alzheimer's and cognitive decline, emphasizing the importance of lifestyle factors such as diet, sleep, and exercise in supporting brain function. Levin shares insights on how changes in the brain, including the development of plaques and tangles, free radical damage, and inflammation, affect aging and cognitive health. He reveals nutritional approaches to address these issues, including the roles of magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids, and specific nutrients like curcumin and GABA in supporting brain health. The podcast episode also delves into the benefits of certain supplements like Magtein (magnesium L-threonate) and Cogumin SLCP (a form of curcumin), discussing their efficacy in crossing the blood-brain barrier and supporting cognitive function. Click HERE for part 2.
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