The Intelligent Medicine Podcast

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 10, Part 1
June 12, 2017
Curcumin for osteoarthritis; Can Vitamin K be taken if you've had a blood clot? Pediatricians to parents: NO fruit juice for infants under one; Pregnancy diet high in refined carbs increases kids risk for obesity; Consuming low-fat dairy increases risk for Parkinson's Disease; What to do for dry, cracked skin on heels? Supplements for Fibromyalgia. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 10, Part 2

High-fructose corn syrup has been quietly, deceitfully renamed; Probiotics reduce body fat in overweight children; What happens when the gel in your eyeball dries up and pulls on the retina? Treatment for vestibular migraines; Exercise improves the microbiome; Ketogenic diet for Parkinson's Disease; Natural solutions for garlic breath; Mom's intake of DHA during pregnancy improves attention in 5 yr olds; Dark chocolate and fish oil improve skeletal muscle function; Pessimism is a distinct risk factor for coronary heart disease; Fish oil can be safely used with Coumadin without bleeding risks. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
June 9, 2017
Hoffman Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers this listener question: Do you and Dr. Hoffman have any concerns about our GI tract's ability to extract all the nutrients from a blended smoothie versus a pure juice with the fiber removed, and how does it impact the rate of absorption?

The China Study — Busted! Part 1
June 8, 2017
"The China Study" by Professor T. Colin Campbell is cited by many vegans as the rationale for their avoidance of animal protein. Ken Aung, an expert in medical data analytics, uncovers deep flaws in Campbell’s scientific reasoning. Why is an impressive graph linking colon cancer incidence to meat consumption misleading? What are the limitations of epidemiological (observational) studies? Ken highlights the pitfalls of misappropriated statistics: Why does correlation not necessarily mean causation? How does the “post-hoc fallacy” lead us to erroneous conclusions? Is Campbell’s demonization of dairy products based on sound science? Is he guilty of cherry-picking to buttress his pre-conceived beliefs? What’s the take-home message for confused consumers? How can we make more informed food choices amid wildly conflicting headlines? Click HERE for part 2.

The China Study — Busted! Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Ken Aung, an expert in medical data analytics who uncovers deep flaws in "The China Study." Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
June 7, 2017
NSAIDs boost cardiovascular risk by 50%--chondroitin sulfate offers a safe alternative. If you were to reformulate a brain support supplement, what would you include? My son has an LVAD and is on Coumadin, can he take CoQ10? Dr. Joel Fuhrman claims studies worldwide show that meat eaters have more heart disease and cancer than vegetarians. Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

What medical conditions are shown to hamper memory? Can MVP cause blood pressure lability and exacerbate “white coat” syndrome? I’m on coumadin, do I have to be concerned about the amount of vitamin K in my multivitamin? What do you think of BioTE hormone replacement therapy pellets? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 3, Part 1
June 5, 2017
Olive oil may prevent brain cancer; An Arizona man got a bug bite and now feels achy--could it be Lyme? European Union calls out pesticide hazards--urges more organic produce; Arthroscopic knee surgery no better than sham procedures; High-fiber diet combats knee osteoarthritis; A 31-year-old man got a tattoo--and 3 weeks later he was dead. My doctor says take aspirin, but ditch the fish oil--what to do? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 3, Part 2

Replacing saturated fat with vegetable oil lowers cholesterol--but has no impact on death risk; Huge UK study comparing vegetarians to meat eaters shows no difference in survival; If I got cancer, does that mean my 17-year-old daughter is more susceptible? Hyaluronic acid supplements--do they help knee pain? Health benefits of aerobic vs. resistance training; Supplement of the Week: Bergamot; Resveratrol helps seniors build muscle. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
June 2, 2017
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers this listener question: "With regard to your earlier podcast on vitamin D, what are your thoughts on the Marshall Protocol which claims vitamin D is harmful to health?"