Aging

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 12, Part 1
December 14, 2020
The vaccines are coming—a remarkable achievement; But questions remain: Will there be side effects? How effective will they really be? What if you’ve already had Covid? Will there be a “universal mandate”? A caller wants to know if they’ll be ineligible for the vaccine because of the medication they’re on; Is cheese really a super brain food? A healthy body composition in middle age makes it likely you’ll live to 90 and beyond—but over 73% of Americans are now overweight or obese. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 12, Part 2

Melatonin is more than just a sleep aid—it may boost memory; How much calcium and vitamin D for seniors? Natural treatments for hand pain; Are there natural alternatives to blood pressure medication? Magnesium is an essential co-factor for vitamin D, and plays an under-appreciated role in immunity; Gum infections hasten metabolic syndrome; Test your heart by timing your stair-climbing; Moms’ intake of fish boosts babies’ cognitive scores. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: The Key to Many Diseases as Well as the Aging Process, Part 1
December 10, 2020
Naturopathic physician Dr. Lee Know, author of "Mitochondria and the Future of Medicine: The Key to Understanding Disease, Chronic Illness, Aging, and Life Itself," shares extensive research on the centrality of the mitochondria to many diseases as well as to the aging process. The mitochondria are the energy powerhouses of the cell. How does the origin of mitochondria billions of years ago shed light on why antibiotics disrupt our metabolic machinery? Why do we inherit energy metabolism from our mothers? What causes mitochondrial dysfunction? What role for toxins? Diet? Energy-depleting medications? What’s the “Exercise Paradox” and how does it relate to mitochondrial function? What medical conditions are caused by faulty mitochondria? Why is diabetes not just a sugar disorder, but rather an energetic failure? What does mitochondrial insufficiency do to the brain? How are chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia related to mitochondrial function? What’s the optimal diet for mitochondrial support? What supplements have been demonstrated to revive flagging mitochondria? Do cannabinoids show potential in regulating mitochondria? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: The Key to Many Diseases as Well as the Aging Process, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Lee Know, author of "Mitochondria and the Future of Medicine: The Key to Understanding Disease, Chronic Illness, Aging, and Life Itself." Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Chuck Yeager
December 9, 2020
Living to a ripe old age: Chuck Yeager; Study: Poor oral hygiene may result in metabolic syndrome; Study: Taking certain supplements before and during chemotherapy for breast cancer may be risky; I have low hemoglobin due to a bleeding ulcer. What can I do to raise my hemoglobin levels? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 5, Part 2
December 7, 2020
Glucosamine outperforms exercise for longevity benefits; Hyperbaric oxygen shows strong anti-aging effects; Solutions for nighttime bathroom trips; Are supplements with soy-derived ingredients permissible on Whole30 diet? Federal court nixes approval of GMO salmon; Mothers’ lifestyle predicts when offspring will have their first heart attack or stroke; Vitamin D vs. the metabolic syndrome; CBD found not to impair driving. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for November 28, Part 1
November 30, 2020
October surprise: POTUS hospitalized. What does it mean for the campaign? His regimen explained, from Regeneron’s experimental antibody cocktail to Gilead’s Remdesivir to a popular heartburn drug, to nutritional supplements; How daily rapid antibody screening got it wrong at the White House; Should you get the flu shot this year? HVAC systems contribute to coronavirus spread; CBD and memory; Should you take a break from supplements from time to time? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Leyla Weighs In: Lowering Your Risk for Dementia
November 27, 2020
Higher glucose levels may be a risk factor for dementia in older adults; A whole foods diet lowers risk for dementia, increases cognition.

The Health Benefits of Neurostimulation, Part 1
November 17, 2020
Aging and many medical conditions are associated with changes and declines in the regulation of our autonomic nervous system function; our bodies don't respond to stress as well as before. Our blood pressure, sleep, focus, mood, digestion, and overall physiology are all affected. Ami L. Brannon, RN and co-founder of Neuvana, makers of the Xen personal vagus nerve stimulator, has a deep-dive on the benefits of vagal stimulation for relaxation, pain relief, even depression. The Xen enables consumers to access those in an easy-to-use home device. Daily use has shown positive wellness benefits, including improved sleep, better mood, and improved quality of life. Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for November 14, Part 2
November 16, 2020
Phosphatidylcholine and vitamin D vs. dementia; How could it be that a superbly-trained marathoner still develops hypertension? DMSO for inflamed Achilles’ tendons; What to do for a low white blood cell count? Surprise billing for colonoscopies; Could excess B12 be causing your adult acne? Top US nutritionists call for rescinding limits on saturated fat; Positive outlook predicts less memory decline. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.