The Intelligent Medicine Podcast

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
December 10, 2015
The controversy around L-glutamine and cancer. How important is super oxide dismutase (SOD)? Is there a difference between pine bark and pycnogenol? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

I want to switch from Synthroid to Naturethroid, will I experience symptoms? Skin cancer prevention and Heliocare. Does olive leaf work like an antibiotic? What can I take to offset the side effects of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)? What do you think of Truelemon and Truelime? Click HERE for part 1.

The Exciting Healing Potential of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Part 1
December 9, 2015
Dr. Scott Sherr, Medical Advisor to Hyperbaric Medical Solutions, discusses the origins of and present and investigational applications of HBOT. Under pressure, 100% oxygen permeates all tissues of the body and promotes healing and regeneration. It may be an important adjunct to ketogenic diet in the treatment of cancer. Studies show it may speed recovery from traumatic brain injury, stroke and spinal injury. It shows promise in diverse conditions ranging from dementia to chronic Lyme Disease, ulcerative colitis, MS, Parkinson's Disease, Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome, fracture recovery, and post-cosmetic surgery. Athletes use it to shorten down-time after sports injuries. Click HERE for part 2.

The Exciting Healing Potential of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Part 2
December 8, 2015
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Scott Sherr, Medical Advisor to Hyperbaric Medical Solutions. Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 5, Part 1
December 7, 2015
Researchers for hire: Coke underwrites obesity "research" that exonerates sodas; BigPharma pays off prof who urges public to ignore reports of statin dangers; Sugar-free sodas still bad for teeth; Why "energy drinks" may actually put you to sleep. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 5, Part 2

New studies validate l-theanine's sleep benefits; In international health rankings--of 17 advanced countries--U.S. is dead last; A handful of walnuts a day keeps the cardiologist away; More than half of U.S. doctors experience burnout; Vaccine researchers puzzled why a previous flu shot renders a subsequent shot given one year later ineffective; Vitamin D reduces incidence of seasonal flu in school kids, reduces asthma exacerbations; A new form of magnesium--magnesium L-threonate--helps curb Alzheimer's; What happens to people's health when doctors go on strike? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
December 4, 2015
The ingredients list on the soy milk I drink show that carrageenan has been replaced with something called gellan gum. What is that? Does it have any impact on health? How much D-Mannose should I be taking each day for urinary tract infection? More reasons to include aerobic exercise: prevention of Alzheimer's disease.

Natural Solutions to Neuro-Developmental Problems, Part 1
December 3, 2015
Dr. Martha Herbert, author of "The Autism Revolution," is a pediatric neurologist and assistant professor of neurology at Harvard Medical School. She is a classically-trained neuroscientist with a naturopath’s passion for applying natural solutions to neuro-developmental problems of children. Her Body Brain Resilience Center in Cambridge, Massachusetts is pioneering biomedical treatment and research for autism spectrum disorder. Why are current models for research into autism inadequate? What roles do environmental pollution, poor diet and genetic susceptibility play in autism? Can pre-conceptual planning head off neuro-developmental disorders? What role does the microbiome play in childhood cognitive problems? With sophisticated brain-imaging techniques at her disposal, Dr. Herbert plans research into causes and cures. Her Documenting Hope Film Project will attempt to illustrate the potential of natural interventions to reverse childhood illnesses—not just autism but also diabetes, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and obesity. Click HERE for part 2.

Natural Solutions to Neuro-Developmental Problems, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Martha Herbert, author of "The Autism Revolution." Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
December 2, 2015
Leaky gut causes a wide variety of health problems: how do you treat it? Testosterone shots are causing weakness and fatigue, why? What’s the optimal dose of vitamin K for calcium absorption and bone growth? Am I a good candidate for dental implants with my 5 coronary stents? Click HERE for part 2.