Allergy

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.

ENCORE: The World Food Supply and Your Health, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Zen Honeycutt, author of "Unstoppable: Transforming Sickness and Struggle into Triumph, Empowerment and a Celebration of Community." Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Loss of Taste and Smell
July 13, 2022
I'm highly allergic with multiple chemical sensitivities. Would you be able to help me?; Save Our Supplements: Critique of a response from a congressperson; My daughter lost her sense of smell and taste after getting covid last week. Any help to alleviate this?; I've been having intermittent leg pain and am taking fish oil and nattokinase. Should I be concerned about too thin blood?; Must I take antibiotics for dental cleanings from now on since my partial hip replacement? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Food Allergies
June 29, 2022
My Lp(a) is sky-high. Am I in trouble?; How can I shrink an ovarian cyst naturally?; Would your allergy protocol be appropriate for food allergies?; If I take Tru Niagen to increase my NAD, is this beneficial? Or do need another supplement?; Can you discuss how strontium impacts bone mineral density for the better?; I've been taking 5000 units of vitamin D for a year. My blood level is 36--why so low? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Gout
June 22, 2022
I have gout. Is my high uric acid caused by too much craft beer?; Do green tea and other teas block diamine oxidase? Should I avoid drinking them due to my histamine overload?; How can you lower high cholesterol caused by epilepsy medication without taking a statin?; Any strategies to clear away any potential future negative impacts from covid mRNA vaccines? Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In: Anxiety and Seasonal Allergies
June 3, 2022
Combining certain blood pressure medications with ibuprofen can damage kidneys. Plus, the connection between anxiety and seasonal allergies.