Coronavirus

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 20, Part 1
June 22, 2020
COVID-19: Are we flattening the curve—or headed for a “second wave”? Opinions differ on whether coronavirus infection confers lasting immunity; Early data shows no uptick in coronavirus transmission from protests; Why some people who never had COVID-19 may still be immune; “Meth-Gators” and “Attack-Squirrels”—REALLY? The low-down on Tru Niagen for mitochondrial support; Natural treatment for ankylosing spondylitis. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 20, Part 2

Seniors sheltering-in-place risk dying from loneliness; Safe sex during the pandemic: masks and disinfectants? Old repurposed drugs may provide inexpensive solutions for COVID-19; Can you have too strong an immune system? Should statins be avoided in heart failure? Melatonin may not be a panacea for sleep; Ultra-processed foods shorten telomeres. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

The Lessons of COVID-19, Part 1
June 18, 2020
Dr. Stephen Sinatra, www.healthydirections.com, America’s pre-eminent integrative cardiologist, weighs in on the lessons of COVID-19. It’s a call-to-action to optimize our health. While no supplements have yet been conclusively demonstrated to prevent or treat the coronavirus, there are plausible nutrients that can support immunity and reduce inflammation. Particularly concerning are reports that COVID-19 can affect the heart; there are disturbing accounts of strokes in relatively young individuals not considered in high-risk categories. Dr. Sinatra weighs in on the hydroxychloroquine controversy. He shares the results of studies he’s undertaken on the practice of “earthing” and on the effects of emotional release techniques. We reflect on the mental health consequences of prolonged lockdown. Click HERE for part 2.

The Lessons of COVID-19, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Stephen Sinatra, America’s pre-eminent integrative cardiologist. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Why does COVID-19 disproportionately affect older people?
June 17, 2020
Update on the pandemic from New York; Why does COVID-19 disproportionately affect older people?; What are your views on Earthing? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 13, Part 1
June 15, 2020
As the lockdown ends, the big question is “Will there be a second wave?” Two hairstylists who had coronavirus saw 140 clients—what happened next is shocking; Could immune-boosting supplements aggravate an autoimmune condition? Study of “anti-inflammatory diet” for rheumatoid arthritis shows scant benefits—but was the diet right? Does cooking, freezing, or drying food rob it of its healthful enzymes? Will trap-shooting exacerbate a rotator cuff injury? Repetitive negative thinking may hasten dementia onset. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 13, Part 2

Coronavirus starts in the nasal passages—nasal lavage may halt its spread to lungs, acid-blocker drugs may promote pneumonia; Transdermal magnesium—myth or reality? The problem with false-negative coronavirus tests; Supplements for H. pylori; Green tea vs. respiratory infections; Chinese researchers confirm link between selenium status and severity of COVID-19; Alpha lipoic acid reduces tinnitus severity. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: America’s Food Supply
June 10, 2020
Awaiting government-mandated haircuts! Pandemic is a call to action to reform America’s food supply; What is your take on the importance of the virome vs. the microbiome?; Can coronavirus ever be truly cleared? Is it like the herpes virus? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 6, Part 1
June 8, 2020
Lessons of the pandemic—cultivating resilience in the face of challenging circumstances; More evidence that the coronavirus is weakening; Laypersons score poorly on proper use of N95 masks; The remarkable concordance between blood sugar control and susceptibility to coronavirus; How primary care doctors miss the boat on diabetes prevention; Lockdown has fostered digital dependency—with adverse effects on mood and metabolism; Two large studies purporting to prove worthlessness of hydroxychloroquine withdrawn for research malfeasance; Besides aiding sleep, what are health benefits of melatonin? Solutions for a highly allergic patient; Lack of exposure to green landscapes associated with unhealthy cravings. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Face Shields, How Protective Are They?
June 3, 2020
Why do you recommend a supplement containing spirulina? Doesn't it contain heavy metals and the neurotoxin BMAA?; What are your thoughts on face shields? How protective are they?; I have a 3-year-old and a 10-year-old. How do I dose them on Oregacillin?; I take a medication that's on the anticholinergic cognitive burden scale. Are there any supplements to help mitigate the risks? Click HERE for part 2.