The Intelligent Medicine Podcast

The Impact of Oral Care on the Whole Body, Part 1
August 18, 2015
Dr. William Sears, integrative pediatrician and popular author of 43 books, previews his upcoming book Sweet Health. Why is oral health so important for the rest of the body? Now that kids are going back to school, how can parents pre-empt all those colds and sniffles? How can a natural sweetener simultaneously protect against dental problems and respiratory conditions? Dr. Sears explains his “nose hose” and “steam clean” strategies for preventing colds and sinus infections. What is xylitol and how does it fight bacteria? Why are biofilms important? The Spry dental defense system and Xlear nasal products are Dr. Sears' choices for prevention. Click HERE for part 2.

The Impact of Oral Care on the Whole Body, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. William Sears about why oral health is so important for the rest of the body. Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for August 15, Part 1
August 17, 2015
Coca-Cola funds research to down-play effects of soft drinks on obesity; Boston doctor REALLY feels your pain; The cure for excessive daytime sleepiness--exercise! Sat-fat reduction doesn't reduce heart disease; Omega 3s can head off schizophrenia; Dr. Aimee' Shunney weighs in on strategies to alleviate Mom-stress. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for August 15, Part 2

New study highlights another downside of statins; Does testosterone increase heart attack and stroke risk? Diet, supplements, lifestyle interventions successfully REVERSE Alzheimer's; Low-fat vs. low-carb for weight loss, heart protection; Placebos work, even if you know you're getting a placebo; Music aids recovery after surgery. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
August 12, 2015
Nutritional help for kidney stones. Any help for dyshidrotic Eczema besides antibiotics and steroid creams? I have aches and pains, would I benefit from Visceral Manipulation? Can I take vitamin K if I also take Plavix? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

Can high vitamin D levels cause pancreatic cancer? I live a healthy lifestyle, why is my hair shedding? I’ve recently developed allergies in my 60s, why? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for August 8, Part 1
August 10, 2015
The REAL reason people are obese; Olive oil polyphenols--NOT monounsaturated fats--are responsible for the benefits of the Mediterranean Diet; How presidential candidate Jeb Bush lost 40 pounds on the Paleo Diet; Refined carbohydrates may up women's depression risk; Matt Jones of Cedarcide discusses natural alternatives to harmful garden pesticides and bug sprays. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for August 8, Part 2

A simple diet hack that can reduce your risk of dying by 14%; A new nutrient for Parkinson's Disease--Inosine; How you sleep may affect your risk of Alzheimer's Disease. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
August 6, 2015
The DARK Act. Is colonoscopy safe when there are reported superbugs like MRSA and CRE? How can I get off Nexium without rebound reflux? Does IV glutathione really work for Parkinson’s? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

Any help for stage III melanoma? If I were your patient, how would you treat my high blood pressure? Any nutritional treatments for avascular necrosis (AVN) of the hip after a femoral neck fracture? Is creatine safe? Any alternative treatments for ocular rosacea? Do I really need a tetanus shot every 10 years? Click HERE for part 1.