The Intelligent Medicine Podcast

Big Medicine, Part 2
August 25, 2015
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Elaina George, author of "Big Medicine: The Cost of Corporate Control and How Doctors and Patients Working Together Can Rebuild a Better System." Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for August 22, Part 1
August 24, 2015
Why some women are microwaving their armpits (Don’t try this at home!); Cranberry polyphenols vs. heart attack, stroke, colon cancer; Why tomatoes can worsen joint pain; Acupuncture produces lasting blood pressure-lowering effects; When it comes to DCIS breast cancer, surgery, radiation confer no benefits; Ribose helpful, AAKG worthless for athletic performance. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for August 22, Part 2

Milestone New England Journal opinion piece calls for labeling of GMOs and investigation of their toxic effects; FDA approves first “female Viagra”—is it safe, and will it deliver? Are your “pre-washed” greens really clean? Alpha lipoic acid yields circulatory, anti-aging benefits in mice. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

GMO Hazards, Part 1
August 20, 2015
In light of a this week’s startling opinion piece in the New England Journal of Medicine calling for labeling of GMOs and further research on their potentially toxic effects, we invite outspoken GMO critic, Dr. Stephanie Seneff, to weigh in on GMO hazards: What is glyphosate, and could its use be related to a dramatic uptick in autism cases? Is glyphosate an endocrine-disruptor? Could it be a carcinogen? Does glyphosate undermine the microbiome, leading to nutritional deficiencies, neurotransmitter imbalances, and metabolic derangements favoring obesity? Does Bt from GMO crops damage the intestine? Could GMO crops be linked to the increase in celiac disease and gluten intolerance? How do GMOs act synergistically with statins to undermine health? Click HERE for part 2.

GMO Hazards, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Stephanie Seneff about GMO's and their potentially toxic effects. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
August 19, 2015
Further dangers of statin drugs. IV therapies for diabetes? Is protonix the right treatment for esophagitis? Why would eating fish increase diabetes risk? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

Do beets increase arginine? Can I take fish oil or aspirin while I’m on Plavix? Is it safe to cook in aluminum foil? Is maltodextrin a source of gluten? Do Asians have a different microbiome that keeps them thin? Click HERE for part 1.

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.