Brain Health

Medical/Nutrition Potpourri, Part 1
September 12, 2017
Medical/nutrition potpourri: When you reach for that Epi-Pen and find it expired, will it work? Are drug expiration dates a scam perpetrated on the public by greedy pharmaceutical companies? Vegetarians are almost twice as likely to suffer from depression as meat-eaters--why? Obesity rates soar, costing billions, and threatening national security--70% of potential military recruits are ineligible due to overweight! Should we restrict food stamp purchases of sugary drinks and candy, or tax soda? A new probiotic that "eats" cholesterol; Neanderthals may have practiced herbal medicine; Traditional Native American tea shows activity against giardia and brain-eating amoeba. Click HERE for part 2.

Medical/Nutrition Potpourri, Part 2

When you reach for that Epi-Pen and find it expired, will it work? Are drug expiration dates a scam perpetrated on the public by greedy pharmaceutical companies? Vegetarians are almost twice as likely to suffer from depression as meat-eaters--why? Obesity rates soar, costing billions, and threatening national security--70% of potential military recruits are ineligible due to overweight! Should we restrict food stamp purchases of sugary drinks and candy, or tax soda? A new probiotic that "eats" cholesterol; Neanderthals may have practiced herbal medicine; Traditional Native American tea shows activity against giardia and brain-eating amoeba. Click HERE for part 1.

The Many Exciting Benefits of Sulforaphane, Part 2
August 29, 2017
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. David Haase, Chief Medical and Innovation Director for XYMOGEN, about Sulforaphane, one of the most exciting nutrients in the integrative medicine armamentarium. Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In
August 4, 2017
Inflammatory dietary patterns linked to brain aging and dementia; Zinc, copper, and silver as anti-inflammatory agents and antibiotic alternatives.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for July 1, Part 2
July 3, 2017
Cavemen binged on starch, got cavities; Fossil evidence of prehistoric dentistry; Substitutes for Lipitor; Cocoa polyphenols are good for the brain, sharpen attention within minutes; Parkinson's Disease starts in the gut; Benefits of EGCG from green tea; Qi Gong delivers health dividends; Your smart phone can make you dumber. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 3, Part 1
June 5, 2017
Olive oil may prevent brain cancer; An Arizona man got a bug bite and now feels achy--could it be Lyme? European Union calls out pesticide hazards--urges more organic produce; Arthroscopic knee surgery no better than sham procedures; High-fiber diet combats knee osteoarthritis; A 31-year-old man got a tattoo--and 3 weeks later he was dead. My doctor says take aspirin, but ditch the fish oil--what to do? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 29, Part 2
October 31, 2016
Omega 3 supplements help the brain's glymphatic system, protect against neurotoxicity; What to do about foul flatus? Diet for gout; Is there sugar in coconut kefir? What to do about dizziness; Despite negative press, supplement use remains stable among U.S. consumers; Resveratrol lowers testosterone in polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) more than birth control pills, metformin; Concern that radiation from too many CT scans can lead to Alzheimer's. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

A Promising Neuro-Protective Nutraceutical, Part 1
June 30, 2016
Luteolin is a promising neuro-protective nutraceutical, with possible applications to a wide variety of disorders: autism, migraines, multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS), CFS/fibromyalgia, "brain fog,” multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s Disease, and even cancer. Dr. Theoharis Theoharides is Director of Molecular Immunopharmacology and Drug Discovery at Tufts University School of Medicine. He explains the possible connection between autism and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome: histamine and cytokines disrupt the blood-brain barrier, cause leaky gut, and allow influx of toxins and autoantigens which result in brain inflammation and damage to neural repair mechanisms. Luteolin, a flavonoid found in a variety of plants, offers a means of curbing mast cell activation in the brain. The product NeuroProtek was formulated by Alginot to maximize luteolin's bio-availability for brain applications. Dr. Theoharides describes extensive research which validates the plausibility for use of luteolin in neuro-behavioral disorders; large-scale clinical trials are planned. A new formulation called “BrainGain” promises to amplify luteolin’s protective effects. Click HERE for part 2.

A Promising Neuro-Protective Nutraceutical, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Theoharis Theoharides, Director of Molecular Immunopharmacology and Drug Discovery at Tufts University School of Medicine. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE PRESENTATION: Brain Self-Repair and Regeneration
June 16, 2016
Clinical Psychologist Dr. Brant Cortright, author of "The Neurogenesis Diet and Lifestyle: Upgrade Your Brain, Upgrade Your Life," rejects the myth that the brain is inevitably programmed to progressively decline; instead, he cites new scientific studies that suggest the brain is capable of self-repair and regeneration (neurogenesis). Sleep, physical exercise, nutrition, stress, social interaction and mental challenges are all factors that influence the rate of neurogenesis. Dr. Cortright offers practical suggestions on diet, supplements, Mindfulness Meditation and exercise that can optimize brain repair. He cites specific scientific studies that demonstrate that lifestyle changes can slow and even reverse cognitive decline.