The Intelligent Medicine Podcast

The Miracle Molecule, Nitric Oxide’s Effects on Pain and Exercise Recovery, Part 1
October 6, 2022
One of the most exciting recent discoveries in physiology is about the role Nitric Oxide plays in optimizing circulation; it has a critical impact on cardiovascular and sexual health, as well as blood pressure management. But not a lot of discussion has been had about how Nitric Oxide may help improve endurance during exercise and athletics. So we're joined by Dr. Tom Waldorf, DC who details Nitric Oxide's role in assisting in the recovery of fatigued muscle groups as well as in pain management. Dr. Woldorf also discusses how Nitric Oxide supplementation provides the body the ability to improve the utilization of other supplements and therapies. Click HERE for part 2.

The Miracle Molecule, Nitric Oxide’s Effects on Pain and Exercise Recovery, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Tom Waldorf, DC, about how Nitric Oxide may help improve endurance during exercise and athletics. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Health Trackers
October 5, 2022
Study: Benefits of the combination of cardio and weight training; What is your opinion on health trackers?; My heart rate comes down quickly after exercise. Is that good or bad?; What do you think about infrared mats? I have fibromyalgia and enjoy the heat. Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Eczema and Psoriasis

Save our supplements!; My dermatologist told me to moisturize my rash with Crisco! Isn't that hydrogenated?; Are there natural ways to treat eczema and psoriasis?; Can I stop taking statins or do I have to wean myself off?; Is there a natural way to treat hyperparathyroidism?; My friend just told me to stop taking vitamin D because it's toxic. What say you? Click HERE for part 1.

How to Obtain the Full Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate, Part 1
October 4, 2022
The wealth of data supporting the benefits of daily cocoa flavanol consumption on cognition, mood, and cardiovascular health continues to accelerate. And most of the studies come from world-renowned research institutions, including Harvard, Columbia, and Northwestern. But how can you get the maximum cocoa flavanols with the least amount of sugar? Alan Frost is founder of FlavaNaturals. They source premium, high flavanol cocoa beans and process them naturally. The result is decadent dark chocolate with the flavanol levels needed to fuel brain and cardio performance. FlavaNaturals performance dark chocolate bars, cocoa powder, and beverages deliver five to nine times the flavanols of typical dark chocolate. Click HERE for part 2.

How to Obtain the Full Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Alan Frost, Founder of FlavaNaturals. Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for October 1, Part 1: New Alzheimer’s Drug
October 3, 2022
NYC Mayor Adams’ misguided campaign to make hospital meals “plant-based”; Vegan meat analogues show adverse impact on GI tract; New Alzheimer’s drug touted for accelerated approval; Congressional effort to require mandatory product labeling for supplements stalls; Study shows boosters offer little advantage over “hybrid immunity”; Why haven’t health authorities admitted missteps in Covid messaging? FDA attempt to update outdated health labels for foods; Vinegar before meals curbs blood sugar spikes. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for October 1, Part 2: Vitamin D vs. Dementia

Why calcium alone is not enough for osteoporosis; Dairy and heart disease risk—it depends on what type; Dogs can literally smell owners’ stress; The link between aluminum in vaccines and childhood asthma; Harnessing the health benefits of cold; Folic acid vs. suicide; Vitamin D vs. dementia, autoimmune disease and premature death; Urolithin A vs. osteoarthritis; Ashwagandha for mood. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In: Preventing Colorectal Cancer
September 30, 2022
Keto molecule offers clue for preventing colorectal cancer.

ENCORE: The Frontiers of Anti-Aging Research, Part 1
September 29, 2022
Frontiers of Anti-Aging research with Oliver Medvedik, Ph.D., Vice President of the Life Extension Research Foundation (LEAF). Is anti-aging research about targeting diseases that curtail lifespan, or does it seek to unravel the very mechanisms that drive aging itself? Is it possible to extend lifespan indefinitely? What might be the societal consequences of so many more old people? What are some of the leading current strategies for extending life? Where does exercise fit in? Diet? Brain fitness? Senolytic drugs? Stem cells? CRISPR? What sophisticated new tools are being employed to assess biological (as opposed to chronological) age? What is the “Agemeter”? What are some of the most formidable barriers to promoting universal longevity? What role for nicotinamide riboside? Telomere supplements? Intermittent fasting? Click HERE for part 2.