The Intelligent Medicine Podcast

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
January 13, 2016
What can I take to undo the harmful effects of radiation from x-rays and CT-scans? Can I use SuperBeets as a vegetable serving? Are saturated fats the “bad fats” in Alzheimer’s? What do you think of the advice to not mix grains with fruit? Don’t almonds and almond flour product contain a lot of oxalates? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

My migraines returned when I stopped taking niacin for high cholesterol, is this withdrawal? What supplements can I take for mitral valve prolapse and regurgitation of the bicuspid valve? I’ve read that olive oil causes endothelial dysfunction after meals, is this true? Are there any supplements helpful for myasthenia gravis? Click HERE for part 1.

Natural Prevention and Treatment of Liver Disease, Part 1
January 12, 2016
It may surprise you that the number one cause of liver disease in this country is not alcohol, not viral hepatitis, but rather poor diet leading to fatty liver. Dr. Lyn Patrick, founder of ProgressiveMedicalEducation.com, is a world-recognized expert on natural prevention and treatment of liver disease. What are the risk factors for fatty liver? What tests are used to diagnose it? What diet can successfully reverse it? What supplements are beneficial? Which are to be avoided? Click HERE for part 2.

Natural Prevention and Treatment of Liver Disease, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Lyn Patrick, founder of ProgressiveMedicalEducation.com. Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for January 9, Part 1
January 11, 2016
Cancer's not simply "the luck of the draw;" Sugar now proven to drive cancer growth, spread; When it comes to junk cravings, your intestinal bugs may be the boss of you; Is it fair to involve doctors in the implementation of new gun rules? Can prenatal choline head of mental problems in offspring? Borderline blood sugar, even without full-blown diabetes, adds to kidney disease likelihood; When it comes to predicting heart risk, ditch the BMI, use the waist/hip ratio; Pizza packaging may be even worse for you than the pizza; A sweet cure for Lyme Disease--stevia? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for January 9, Part 2

The new Dietary Guidelines for America have been released--and they're a real disappointment; Tom Brady and Giselle Bundchen's diet; Juicing versus blenderizing--which is healthier? Advice for lymphoma, high platelets, and more listener calls. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
January 8, 2016
The many reasons for electrolyte imbalances and what to do about them; Should I include phosphatidylcholine in my daily supplement regimen and what is the best source?

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
January 7, 2016
“The Whole 30”--Dr. Hoffman takes the 30-day challenge. Which oil is safest to use for sautéing and frying, olive oil or coconut oil? Treatments for SIBO: Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth. Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

Should men over 50 be taking testosterone supplements? Does the Ketogenic diet cause ketoacidosis? How do I know if I’m taking the right dose of fish oil? Click HERE for part 1.

Diet and Detox Advice from Nutrition Luminary Ann Louise Gittleman, Part 1
January 6, 2016
We kick off the New Year with diet and detox advice from nutrition luminary Ann Louise Gittleman, author of “Eat Fat—Lose Weight.” Ann Louise has been way out in front of the new trend to shed outmoded low-fat diet orthodoxy and embrace healthy fats. She offers practical suggestions for how to undertake your own personal detox program to inaugurate the New Year. Is juicing advisable? How can you take the edge off carbohydrate withdrawal? What’s the cortisol connection to holiday energy drain? What new beauty breakthroughs can help rebuild collagen? What nutrients will take center-stage in 2016? Click HERE for part 2.