Allergy

ENCORE: Natural Solutions for Seasonal Allergies, Part 2
May 2, 2023
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Ellen Kamhi, Ph.D., R.N., The Natural Nurse®️. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio for April 29, Part 1: Fixes for Excessive Flatulence
May 1, 2023
A milestone as American Academy of Pediatrics advocates gastric bypass surgery, weight loss drugs for children; Teaching kids gardening in school combats obesity-related problems; Blood levels of Omega 3s predict likelihood of cognitive decline; Good hydration linked to healthy aging; New app gives you health feedback—from your toilet; Doctors give diverging opinions on whether to take a statin—what to do? Fixes for excessive flatulence; Do allergy shots work? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: The Top Nine Food Allergy Foods, Part 1
April 4, 2023
Food allergies with Dr. Ruchi Gupta, Chief Medical Officer of FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education), director of the Center for Food Allergy & Asthma Research (CFAAR), and author of "Food Without Fear." How common are food allergies and why have they surged in prevalence? What’s the difference between true food allergies and food intolerances? What are the top nine food allergy foods? Why is there new-think about introducing common allergenic foods early in life? Is breastfeeding protective? What about mail-order home allergy tests that purport to reveal “hidden” food allergies? How do you properly obtain a correct diagnosis? Are some people unnecessarily eliminating nutritious foods? Is it true that some foods cross-react with airborne allergens? What about the new phenomenon of meat allergies? Does shellfish allergy necessarily mean you have to eliminate fish? Dr. Gupta previews some of the new breakthrough therapies for food allergies. Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: The Top Nine Food Allergy Foods, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Ruchi Gupta, Chief Medical Officer of FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education) and director of the Center for Food Allergy & Asthma Research (CFAAR). Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Allergy Relief
March 22, 2023
I'm drinking tart cherry juice and pomegranate juice but isn't that a lot of sugar?; Do you recommend TruNiagen as the best NAD supplement? At what dose?; Can I take quercetin long-term to relieve my allergies?; What are the detriments of drinking too much lemon water? Do I have to stop drinking it?; I have thrombocytosis. What supplements are helpful for this? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for March 18, Part 1: Spring Allergies
March 20, 2023
New study says most prostate cancer patients survive as well with watchful waiting as with radiation, surgery; Vitamins/supplements for spring allergies; What to do about high lp(a); Do seed implants for prostate cancer minimize side effects? PEA—a novel cannabinoid—may help fend off neurodegenerative diseases; Soccer players who head balls have higher incidence of dementia; Even patients on statins need more attention to inflammation; Hs-CRP—why you should be tested for it, and how to lower it. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Dr. Hoffman’s Definition of “Idiopathic”
December 1, 2022
What can my son do for chronic idiopathic urticaria besides taking Claritin twice a day?; What fats/oils should someone with familial hypercholesterolemia and coronary artery plaque use for cooking?; I'm 65--should I get an advanced lipid panel like an NMR to determine LDL particle size? Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: How to Heal the Complex Patient, Part 1
September 6, 2022
Many people suffer from a bewildering array of symptoms including fatigue, bodily aches and pains, depression and anxiety, sudden weight gain or loss, brain fog, and multiple food and chemical reactions. These are often branded “psychosomatic”. Dr. Neil Nathan presents a detailed roadmap to recovery in his book “Toxic: Heal Your Body from Mold Toxicity, Lyme Disease, Multiple Chemical Sensitivities, and Chronic Environmental Illness.” What is the Cell Danger Response (CDR) and how does it explain why patients get “stuck” in chronic illness? Why is mold toxicity such a pervasive trigger of a myriad of health problems? How can mold-exposed patients be detoxed? What role for tick-borne infections like Lyme and Bartonella in triggering chronic illness? What is Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), and how can its proper identification facilitate relief from baffling symptoms? Why is it sometimes important to “reboot” a dysregulated autonomic nervous system in chronically ill patients? What supplements and medications aid recovery? Why is it important to go slow with treatments? Dr. Nathan shares resources for clinicians and patients. Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Morning Sickness
August 31, 2022
Is it possible to be allergic to sugar? I get an extremely sore throat from it.; Can you comment on the pros and cons of pink salt?; I'm in my first trimester of pregnancy. Is there something you can recommend for morning sickness?; My 93-year-old mother has trouble swallowing and needs to take a laxative. Any recommendations?; Why do some organic whole grain cereals contain added sugar?; I believe in taking good care of myself with diet, supplements, and exercise instead of covid jabs. What are your thoughts? I had pre-skin cancer on my forehead and received treatment. Two months later it came back. Was I misdiagnosed? Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: The World Food Supply and Your Health, Part 1
July 19, 2022
Baffled by her kids’ challenging health problems and finding no answers, an ordinary mom, Zen Honeycutt, embarked on a journey to discover the underlying causes of the modern epidemic of childhood illnesses like life-threatening food allergies, ADHD, and autism. Her search led her to found Moms Across America, a grassroots organization dedicated to forging a new standard for a healthy planet. Zen reveals startling details about the coverup of the toxic impact of GMO foods and glyphosate. Her children’s health was materially improved when she cleaned up her family’s diet, based on organic, minimally processed foods. She now travels across the country and around the world spreading awareness and mobilizing activism to support safe and sustainable agriculture and food production. Moms Across America is initiating a “Gold Standard” certification program to highlight safe brands. Her documentary, “Communities Rising,” describes her grassroots efforts and a new book, "Unstoppable, showcases her mission. Click HERE for part 2.