The Intelligent Medicine Podcast

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
December 21, 2016
Magnesium saved my life from an almost fatal asthma attack!...After I found out I had Crohn’s disease, I started taking Fisol (enteric-coated fishoil). My most recent colonoscopy shows no indication of Crohn’s anymore!...Which is the best diet, Paleo or Mediterranean? Are there any current documented “Blue Zones" supporting the Paleo Diet? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

I found out the reason for my fatigue: Sleep apnea! Now what can I do about it?...What should my DHEA level be? And what can I do about very low testosterone?...What are your thoughts on healthy men in their 60’s taking saw palmetto for prostate health?...My dad had hip replacement surgery and went psychotic for 4 days!...Can regular blood donation help decrease blood viscosity? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 17, Part 1
December 19, 2016
New study dispels myth that Santa only visits children who are nice; Why high-protein diets sometimes fail; Yoga helps pre-hypertension; A non-insulin dependent diabetic complains that he now needs insulin; What's the difference between Superbeets and Heart Greens? Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract for immune support, cardiovascular prevention. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 17, Part 2

When it comes to heart disease, does your DNA seal your fate? Or can healthy lifestyle overcome genetic predisposition? Can exercise alter the expression of fat genes? What to do for SIBO (small intestine bacterial overgrowth)? When doctors disagree about a diagnosis of peripheral vascular disease; Runners' brains may be more connected; Leucine supplementation helps prevent muscle wasting in the elderly; Inadequate fluid intake is common among obese. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
December 16, 2016
Hoffman Center Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers this listener question: "I recently came across emu oil as a supplement and read that it has the perfect ratio of omega 3 and 6 naturally. Can I just take the emu oil instead of taking omega 3 and omega 6 separately?" Submit your questions for future episodes to RadioProgram@aol.com.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
December 14, 2016
Should my 86-year-old mother take strontium for her hip pain? I have high homocysteine along with the MTHFR mutation, the B vitamins I’m taking aren’t helping—what else can I take? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

My husband has extreme cramps (Charlie horse) and spasms, what can he take for this? He just started taking blood pressure medicine 4 months ago...What’s causing severe cramps in my calves and ankles at bedtime? What do you think of taking mega doses of vitamin C, beneficial or a protocol for enriched urine? I read that one “health food” I should be avoiding is soy, what is your take on this? Click HERE for part 1.

Diabetes Prevention and Reversal, Part 1
December 13, 2016
The Diabetes Reversal Solution is an on-line program by today’s guest, Dr. Michael Murray. What’s wrong with our current medical treatment model for diabetes and pre-diabetes? Is pre-diabetes even a real disorder? How can you tell if you’re on a blood sugar roller coaster? Why isn’t it more commonly acknowledged that Type 2 diabetes can be reversed without medication? What tests are used to determine if you have diabetes or pre-diabetes? What’s the surprising role environmental pollution plays in promoting diabetes? What key vitamins, minerals and nutraceuticals help in the reversal of diabetes? How do various diets compare in effectiveness? What new findings cast doubt on high-protein diets for blood sugar regulation? Why are artificial sweeteners a trap? What type of exercise is best for diabetes? Click HERE for part 2. And click HERE for Dr. Hoffman's companion article, "Is diagnosing “pre-diabetes” medical overkill?"

Diabetes Prevention and Reversal, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Michael Murray, creator of the Diabetes Reversal Solution, an online program. Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 10, Part 1
December 12, 2016
Life expectancy drops in U.S. for first time in decades; What to do for a rising PSA; Could prostatitis be caused by pelvic floor dysfunction? The amazing tale of a best-selling health book that was a total fraud; Running actually reduces knee inflammation, prevents osteoarthritis; Could ozone be a cure for fibroids and herpes? Six health benefits of phosphatidylserine. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.