The Intelligent Medicine Podcast

Clinical Focus: Weight Loss Supplements, Part 2
August 12, 2014
Dr. Hoffman continues his talk about weight loss supplements. Do weight loss supplements work? Which ones are the safest? Which ones have outsized claims? Which ones have truthful claims?

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for August 9, Part 1
August 11, 2014
Latest on Ebola--Zombie Apocalypse averted; Are you at risk for D-mentia? Fish oil prevents shrinkage of critical brain areas; Common dry cleaning chemical in mothers affects IQ of offspring; Surprising answer to the riddle of why some Type 2 diabetics live longer than non-diabetics; "DUH!" story of the week--fruits and veggies linked to lower risk of heart disease and death; Does chiropractic manipulation cause strokes? Birth control pills and breast cancer. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for August 9, Part 2

NSAIDs for muscle injuries, sprains and strains--Bad Medicine? Conundrum: docs can get sued for prescribing statins, as well as for not prescribing them; Have you reached "statinopause"? Listener questions about glaucoma, osteoporosis, atrial fibrillation, swallowing problems, kidney cysts. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
August 8, 2014
Dr. Gonzalez and ketogenic diet for Alzheimers vs. cancer. Taking separate vitamins—any interactions? How to best consume flaxseed--ground or sprouted? Nutrition for venomous spider bites.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

Adrenal fatigue, high cortisol and pregnenolone. Denatured whey protein vs. nondenatured: hype? Lower CPK naturally? Alternative therapies for CIDP besides cortisone. HS sports athletes and dehydration.

“Certified Nutrition Specialist,” Part 1
August 7, 2014
Great News! Successful pushback against exclusionary rules that limit your access to a nutrition professional of your choice! Corinne Bush, MS, CNS, discusses recent victories in the battle against monopolistic mainstream nutritionists who preach that supplements are worthless. What’s a “Certified Nutrition Specialist” and why should you demand that your nutrition advisor possess that credential?

“Certified Nutrition Specialist,” Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Corinne Bush, MS, CNS about the recent victories in the battle against monopolistic mainstream nutritionists.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for August 2, Part 1
August 4, 2014
Pesticide harms persist for three and four generations; legalization of marijuana—a marketing opportunity for greedy, newly-legit marijuana companies (“Big Marijuana”) to hook our kids, just like Big Tobacco did? Gallup poll reveals Americans are slow to embrace the low-carb message; even low-dose aspirin frequently damages the intestine, and enteric-coated aspirin and antacids don’t help; scientific basis for mellifluous radio voice discovered; fist bumps more hygienic than regular handshakes; NO increased risk of cardiovascular disease for menopausal women taking supplemental calcium; hot chili peppers may prevent colon cancer; Vive la France! French hospital extends wine privileges to terminal patients. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for August 2, Part 2

Ebola—is the Zombie Apocalypse upon us? Could nutritional support help Ebola victims? Probiotics vs. high blood pressure, urinary tract infections, and ulcerative colitis/Crohn’s Disease; total darkness at night and melatonin support breast cancer treatment. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
August 1, 2014
Dr. Hoffman and Hoffman Center nutritionist Leyla Muedin answer your questions. Some of the topics they cover today are AJCN studies on breakfast; the benefits of D-ribose; vitamin D and melanoma