Alzheimer's

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for April 14, Part 2
April 16, 2018
New blood test for Alzheimer’s Disease is so precise, it could forecast it 30 years ahead—but is it ready for prime time? Left bundle branch block, could it be related to Lyme Disease? Is it OK to use vitamin K after mitral valve repair? What to do for frequent bladder infections; The “Selfie Effect”—is this why plastic surgery rates are soaring among Millennials? World’s oldest man, 112, shares surprising diet advice. Natural support for ALS. Exercise can be a very effective way to combat depression—so why don’t doctors prescribe it? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 24, Part 1
March 26, 2018
The lesser of two evils: MRI with gadolinium vs. CT scan with contrast? “MIND” diet may slow cognitive decline in stroke survivors; Lifestyle interventions slow progression to Alzheimer’s even in high-risk ApoE4 carriers; Curcumin improves memory and mood; What are the possible causes of swelling in legs? A caller with Waldentrom’s macroglobulinemia; Is GDF11 a veritable “Fountain of Youth” protein? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 10, Part 2
February 12, 2018
If you’re told to stop your blood thinners for a dental procedure, does that mean you have to stop supplements? Is fish oil a no-no before surgery? Nicotinamide riboside (Niacel®️) shown to slow brain deterioration in a mouse model of Alzheimer’s—human trials to follow; Natural treatments for uveitis; Life expectancy in the U.S. takes a nosedive and now lags behind other developed countries; Can shocks to the brain reboot memory? Oral contraceptives boost breast cancer risk, but lower risk for others; Popular crash diets pose heart danger; Halle Berry embraces Keto diet for her diabetes, cites anti-aging benefits; Diet, supplements for psoriatic arthritis. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
January 10, 2018
A cure for Alzheimer's disease found in a diabetes drug? Yoga improves bone mineral density in those with osteoporosis. I used to take Strontium for osteoporosis and then stopped when it improved, now I have osteoporosis again. Should I start taking it again? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
December 13, 2017
Food deserts vs. food swamps: which is worse for health? I've heard vitamin B1 is effective in preventing Alzheimer's, what is your opinion? Should pregnant women avoid cold cuts and certain cheeses? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 9, Part 1
December 11, 2017
46 million Americans headed to Alzheimer’s Disease; Canola oil implicated in cognitive decline; How safe is it for pregnant women to take the TDAP vaccine? Does the high fat content of the ketogenic diet make it unsafe? Whole eggs (with yolks) outperform egg whites for muscle-building; Is the low-fat DASH diet best for hypertension? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
October 20, 2017
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers this listener question: I'm 77 years old and take melatonin at bedtime to fall asleep but wake up every two hours after that. I take 5-HTP during those times and closer to morning, L-theanine, so I can sleep until 7:30am. I read in medical journals that interrupted sleep can lead to dementia. What is your opinion about what I take for sleep?

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 14, Part 2
October 16, 2017
Magnesium’s brain benefits—it helps depression and fends off dementia; Magnesium threonate crosses the blood-brain barrier; Does your nutritionist suffer from an eating disorder? Gastro symptoms in a patient with Sjögren’s syndrome; Should fruit be avoided by someone with atherosclerosis? What to do when you’re told you need statins, but they cause debilitating muscle pain? Ten-fold increase in child and adolescent obesity since 1970s; Overweight Americans now outnumber those with normal weight. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for August 5, Part 1
October 2, 2017
Fossil evidence of early man indicates maybe Salmon and Salad Diet should be changed to Mammoth and Salad Diet; Lutein counteracts brain aging; Endefen for GERD; Yoga for depression; EGCG mitigates effect of Western Diet on insulin resistance, brain health; How often should you swap out your old sponges? Alzheimer's Association launches 20 million dollar study on lifestyle impact on brain disorders. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

The Many Exciting Benefits of Sulforaphane, Part 1
August 29, 2017
Sulforaphane is one of the most exciting nutrients in the integrative medicine armamentarium, harnessing the chemo-preventive benefits of cruciferous vegetables. It is no mere passing fad—its value is substantiated by numerous scientific studies. Today we talk to an expert on sulforaphane, Dr. David Haase, Chief Medical and Innovation Director for XYMOGEN, a maker of high-quality nutraceuticals dispensed by health professionals. Sulforaphane is chemopreventive; it has exhibited activity against a wide range of cancers. In addition, it is neuroprotective; it may slow neurodegenerative processes in the brain, hence its application to Alzheimer's, Parkinson's Disease, and even autism, where a recent study showed it improved speech and behavior. Animal research suggests it might even be an adjunct to weight loss. And it is a strong detoxifier, which explains its role in ameliorating allergies. How best to harness the benefits of sulforaphane from food? What if you can't stand the taste of cruciferous vegetables? Will supplements deliver equivalent sulforaphane benefits? What supplements are backed by research? Is there a danger of suppressing thyroid function due to goitrogenic effects of compounds in cruciferous vegetables? Sulforaphane and Sulforaphane ES are now available online from Dr. Hoffman's supplement store at Fullscript. Click HERE for part 2.