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Why do many medical treatments fail?, Part 1
November 5, 2014
Why do many medical treatments fail? Biofilms may be the key to why harmful bacteria and Candida elude powerful antibiotics and antifungals, botanical antimicrobials, and the body’s natural immune defenses. What are biofilms? What role do they play in yeast infections, tonsillitis, periodontal disease, sinusitis, prostatitis, Barrett’s esophagus, ulcer disease, colitis and Crohn’s Disease, chronic bladder infections, and even persistent Lyme Disease? What new products have been developed to address the biofilm problem? How can they offer breakthroughs for patients with chronic, debilitating conditions?
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Why do many medical treatments fail?, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Stephen Olmstead about the key to why harmful bacteria elude powerful antibiotics and antifungals, and the body's natural immune defenses.
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The Eye Care Revolution, Part 1
November 4, 2014
Dr. Robert Abel, America’s foremost integrative ophthalmologist talks about both high-tech and natural approaches to eye problems. On the one hand, miraculous high-tech therapies promise to restore sight to the visually-impaired; on the other, prevention and natural interventions via lifestyle and targeted supplementation promise to deliver more comprehensive, economical and lasting solutions for eye diseases. Dr. Abel discusses macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts and dry eye. How do sleep problems impact the eye? Can overzealous treatment of high blood pressure rob patients of vision? While we recognize the hazards of outdoor UV sunlight, could indoor lights threaten vision? What roles for homeopathic, Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicines for eye disease? Do certain medications undermine eye health?
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The Eye Care Revolution, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Robert Abel, America’s foremost integrative ophthalmologist about both high-tech and natural approaches to eye problems.
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Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for November 1, Part 1
November 3, 2014
License to philander? It's good for your prostate! Drinking lots of milk NOT protective against osteoporosis--and may even INCREASE your risk of death! Forego the CAT scan for detecting cancer--the DOG scan may be more accurate! Breathe easy with vitamin D and D-crease your risk of D-eath! Yet another reason to love chocolate; Binge drinking in young people may prompt dementia later in life. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.
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Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for November 1, Part 2
Simple home tests predict your risk of dying; The five secrets to healthy longevity; Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) renews attacks on vitamins--at the same time as they promulgate erroneous, out-dated diet advice; Good news for over-60s--moderate drinking helps PRESERVE brain function! Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
October 30, 2014
Why does my sister still have osteoporosis when she’s taking all the right supplements/diet/lifestyle? Lithium Orotate for health optimization? How much vitamin E is safe?
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
What is the best number for blood sugar? Nutritional support for Brugada syndrome (life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias)? H-pylori: Friend or foe? Is iodine in a multivitamin OK to take with Grave’s Disease? Bladder cancer and BCG treatment. Why is my hair still falling out?
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Everything you ever wanted to know about Sports Nutrition with Tavis Piattoly, RD, Part 1
October 29, 2014
What diet works best for athletes? Is carbo-loading passé? Is vegetarianism compatible with athleticism? Are gluten-free or Paleo diets beneficial for athletes? What about meal timing—before or after workouts? Are sports supplements effective or mostly hype? How can athletes avoid getting disqualified by illicit additives in supplements? Are some supplements potentially dangerous? We cover the whole gamut of sports supplements from beet root extract to creatine to breached chain amino acids and more! And click HERE for more on Tavis Piattoly, RD.
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Everything you ever wanted to know about Sports Nutrition with Tavis Piattoly, RD, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Tavis Piattoly, RD on sports nutrition.
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