The Intelligent Medicine Podcast

Leyla Weighs In: Strength Training
June 23, 2023
How strength training boosts your health fitness and prolongs your life.

All About Scars, and How to Prevent Them, Part 1
June 22, 2023
Dr. Gary Linkov, a Facial and Plastic Surgeon specializing in lip procedures and hair restoration. What are scars and why do some people scar more than others? How good operative techniques can reduce scar susceptibility; Why exposing healing scars to air is less optimal than covering them; What’s the proper sequence of topical applications? Why some popular over-the-counter scar gels can irritate healing skin; The rationale for the ingredients in Dr. Linkov’s scar treatment; Brazilian Butt Lifts—what can go wrong? Ozempic face—will it drive more plastic surgery? What’s the future for hair restoration based on the latest research? Do natural hair supplements work? Why plastic surgeons sometimes need to leverage psychology skills in establishing realistic goals for patients; How to find a reputable cosmetic surgeon. (These topics and more are covered in depth on Dr. Linkov’s YouTube channel) Click HERE for part 2.

All About Scars, and How to Prevent Them, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Gary Linkov, a Facial and Plastic Surgeon specializing in lip procedures and hair restoration. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)
June 21, 2023
Impact of nutrition and lifestyle on atrial fibrillation; What do you think of nicotinamide mononucleotide as touted by several people on social media?; If the K-cups for Keurig coffee makers are BPA free, are they safe? What about phthalates? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Will supplements become unaffordable?

How do Apolipoprotein B and Lipoprotein (a) tests compare to each other with regard to assessing cardiovascular risk?; Looking for sulforaphane!; My 11-year-old nephew is undergoing chemo for alveolar rhabdosarcoma. Are there any supplements to complement his treatment?; Will supplements become unaffordable? Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: A Comprehensive Look at Cognitive Decline, Part 1
June 20, 2023
Dr. Andrew Budson is a neurologist and memory researcher whose recent book, "Six Steps to Managing Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia: A Guide for Families" is a comprehensive look at cognitive decline. How do you determine whether you or a loved one is progressing toward dementia or merely suffering ordinary age-related memory decline? Are there tests? Why are we seeing such an uptick in Alzheimer's cases--is it merely because people are living longer, or is it something about lifestyle? What are some of the risk factors for Alzheimer's? If a family member has it, is it inevitable you'll get it? What about brain games? Exercise? Diet? Can stress accelerate memory decline? Dr. Budson shares his views on the controversial new Alzheimer's drug, Aduhelm. Do other drugs really help? What about Prevagen? What commonly-used medications can undermine memory? How to avoid caregiver burnout? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: A Comprehensive Look at Cognitive Decline, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Andrew Budson, author of "Six Steps to Managing Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia: A Guide for Families." Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 17, Part 1: Benefits of a Novel Gluten-Free Formulation of Fermented Wheat Germ
June 19, 2023
Scientists discover the “secret sauce” underlying exercise’s health and longevity benefits; The role of DHEA as an anti-aging supplement; Prolia, an osteoporosis drug, may hike fracture risk when stopped; “Your liver test is slightly elevated”—what does that mean? World’s oldest practicing doctor will turn 101 next month; First-of-its-kind study confirms sleep benefits of CBD; Benefits of Metatrol, a novel gluten-free formulation of fermented wheat germ. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for June 17, Part 2: Rheumatoid Arthritis Hastens Bone Loss

DUH story of the week: Multi-million dollar study proves that eating junk food makes you fat; Rheumatoid arthritis hastens bone loss—what to do? Why did the World Health Organization come out against artificial sweeteners? How can a low-FODMAP diet alleviate IBS? Bayer reaches $6.9 million settlement over false claims of Roundup safety; Congressman Nadler calls for masking toddlers—says not doing so is “child abuse”; Meanwhile, evidence suggests children might be vulnerable to adverse effects of masking. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In: Metabolism
June 16, 2023
Dispelling the mythology of low midlife metabolism.