Allergy

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Supplements for Allergies
May 18, 2022
Censorship of health information is coming to a news outlet near you; I got major reflux and gastritis from taking probiotics. What gives?; What are the three most important supplements to alleviate stuffy, sneezy allergies? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Allergies and Reflux
March 23, 2022
Bicycling in Arizona; Will NAC protect me from CAT scan radiation? What about contrast with MRI?; What medication should I take to wean off Prolia?; Does Hydroxyzine HCl fall into the category of sleep aids that can cause Alzheimer's?; My 7-year-old son has many allergies and reflux. What would you recommend that's not simply a band-aid? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 19 Part 2
March 21, 2022
Natural treatment for spring allergies; Light exposure while sleeping undermines metabolism; Cocoa flavanols score vs. heart disease; Keto diet improves MS symptoms; Phthalates in medications increase cancer risk; Treating excessive sweating; Is Fosamax necessary for mild osteopenia? US drug deaths since pandemic surpass 100,000. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: The Role of the Digestive Tract in Determining Overall Health, Part 1
January 25, 2022
Liz Lipski, Ph.D., CNS joins us to discuss the latest edition of her authoritative book, "Digestive Wellness." First written in 1995 when I first interviewed her, she just updated it (5th edition!) in light of all the recent new developments in GI science. She discusses the pervasive role of the digestive tract in determining overall health; there are ramifications for the heart, the brain, and even bones and skin. Dr. Lipski weighs in on leaky gut syndrome, small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), fecal transfer, probiotics, gluten intolerance, food allergy, the role of stress, and the low-FODMAP diet. She discusses protocols for GERD, IBS, and colitis as well as key supplements to support GI health. There’s no one-size-fits-all diet for GI problems; protocols need to be individualized to suit patients’ unique characteristics and may require detective work. Empowering breakthroughs can be achieved through proper natural interventions. Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for January 1, Part 1
January 3, 2022
Amid vaccine resistance, breakthrough infections, researchers explore mushrooms, Chinese herbal medicine; Breast pain after the Covid vax; Vitamin D for autoimmunity; When testing for Covid, time of day affects accuracy; A new heart test that can detect dangerous soft plaque; Did paying people to take Covid shots move the needle on vax rates? Ovary removal surgery before menopause hikes risk for dementia; When is it necessary to take blood pressure meds, when not? Natural ways to reverse high histamine levels. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In: Change
November 12, 2021
I take thyroid replacement and would like to add Quercetin to my supplement regimen. Is it safe?; Are you ready for change?

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 16, Part 2
October 18, 2021
CBD cream for pain relief; Lifestyle a major factor in breast cancer outcomes; Are booster shots needed? Quercetin vs. allergies; Meat and mental health—are vegans at higher risk for anxiety and depression? Mushroom substance ergothioneine may enhance mood; Are embassy employees suffering from “Havana syndrome” victims of psychogenic illness? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 2, Part 2
October 4, 2021
Do vaccines after Covid and monoclonal antibody treatment run risk of bad reactions? Antibody-dependent enhancement (ADE)--is it a risk with multiple boosters that are being proposed? New studies confirm full-fat dairy does not worsen cardiovascular risk; Fully one-third of Covid survivors experience Long Covid symptoms; DHEA improves women's sex drives and boosts efficacy of IVF for infertility; Juice avoidance curbs childhood overweight; Oral contraceptives prior to pregnancy hike risk for childhood allergies; Moms' intake of Omega 3s increases volume of grey and white matter in offspring; Breastfeeding reduces kids' risk for allergies, obesity; Did people drive crazier during lockdowns? Same amount of food consumed during shorter intervals (intermittent fasting) results in better metabolism, reduced weight, compared to extended eating hours; Anti-inflammatory diet checks asthma symptoms. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Debunking Myths about Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Part 1
September 14, 2021
One of the world’s most authoritative experts on Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), author of "The Digestive Health Solution," dispels myths about this poorly understood condition. In an article entitled “Does Irritable Bowel Syndrome Exist?,” Dr. Benjamin Brown challenges the notion that it’s one overarching disease; rather there are many subtypes, amenable to solutions other than routine antispasmodics, antidepressants, and fiber supplements that deliver relief to a mere 25% of sufferers. And it’s not just a psychological disorder. He discusses the role of diet, probiotics, and herbs. What about the low-FODMAP diet? Gluten-avoidance? Food allergies? Histamine intolerance? Pancreatic enzymes? Cognitive-behavioral therapy and stress reduction? Is there a relationship between IBS and fibromyalgia? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Fluoridated Water
September 1, 2021
Drinking fluoridated water during pregnancy may lower IQ in sons; Here's to mentors!; I can run a 7 1/2-minute mile run one day but then the very next day I'm out of breath doing a 9-minute mile. Why?; I'm allergic to poison oak and now get welts and bumps where I've had severe outbreaks in the past when exposed to it. Does this make sense? Click HERE for part 2.