Dementia

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: High Cholesterol and Cognitive Decline
October 6, 2021
Does bergamot and/or red yeast rice lower all the cholesterols including HDL? How long does it take?; A recent guest on your podcast mentioned high cholesterol as a risk factor for cognitive decline. Do you agree?; My acacia fiber supplement has been replaced with resistant tapioca dextrin. Will it still be effective?; Can you critique the study that says high B12 is associated with all-cause mortality?; You talked about the dangers of processed meat, but what about grass-fed nitrate-free hot dogs? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 2, Part 1
October 4, 2021
If not the beginning of the end, it may be the end of the beginning for Covid; Instead of "crushing Covid" we may eventually learn to live with it as merely a treatable nuisance; New oral pill may revolutionize Covid care--what we know about Merck's molnuparivir; A raft of new treatments in the pipeline for Covid; Why blood sugar is the single most modifiable risk factor for severe Covid and death; Mediterranean MIND diet scores against dementia; Folic acid and DHA supplements improve performance, in mild cognitive impairment. Is seltzer bad for bones? Does a high cholesterol inevitably call for a statin? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

A Comprehensive Look at Cognitive Decline, Part 1
September 21, 2021
Dr. Andrew Budson is a neurologist and memory researcher whose recent book, "Six Steps to Managing Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia: A Guide for Families" is a comprehensive look at cognitive decline. How do you determine whether you or a loved one is progressing toward dementia or merely suffering ordinary age-related memory decline? Are there tests? Why are we seeing such an uptick in Alzheimer's cases--is it merely because people are living longer, or is it something about lifestyle? What are some of the risk factors for Alzheimer's? If a family member has it, is it inevitable you'll get it? What about brain games? Exercise? Diet? Can stress accelerate memory decline? Dr. Budson shares his views on the controversial new Alzheimer's drug, Aduhelm. Do other drugs really help? What about Prevagen? What commonly-used medications can undermine memory? How to avoid caregiver burnout? Click HERE for part 2.

A Comprehensive Look at Cognitive Decline, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Andrew Budson, author of "Six Steps to Managing Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia: A Guide for Families." Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for August 21, Part 2
August 23, 2021
Natural Rx for scar prevention; FDA targets hemp products in new attack on supplements; Half of Americans think they’ll never have a pain-free day again; Over-the-counter pregnenolone relieves back pain; CBD and benfotiamine are additional options for pain; Natural treatments for concussion; Apples vs. inflammation; Vegans more prone to osteoporosis—but supplements can help; Diet shown conclusively to prevent cognitive decline; Stool test can predict risk for dementia; Exercise preserves cognitive function in seniors; DHEA vs. osteoporosis; Tart cherries improve long-distance running performance. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In: Healthy Aging Myths
August 13, 2021
Healthy aging myths: Physical deterioration and impairment are inevitable.

Treating Long Covid, Part 3
August 12, 2021
Continued from Tuesday, August 10. If you’re young and healthy and free of comorbidities, you may not be worried about being hospitalized or dying of Covid. But a new problem is emerging: Even sufferers of mild to moderate Covid continue suffering from a baffling array of debilitating symptoms for months on end. It’s been dubbed “long Covid” or “long haulers’ syndrome”. It’s estimated that 10 percent or more survivors of Covid will come down with it, and it may even hasten progression to dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease. Dr. Leo Galland has done intensive research on this subject, and we’re breaking precedent by going beyond our usual two-part format to do a four-part in-depth review of his findings, consisting of a practical action plan for sufferers of long Covid. The good news is that with the proper measures, there’s now hope for sufferers of long Covid. Dr. Galland offers detailed protocols for restoring mitochondrial function, rebalancing the microbiome, overcoming sleep problems and fatigue, and alleviating brain fog: Healing Long Covid - Leo Galland, M.D. For more of Dr. Hoffman's interview with Dr. Galland, click here: Part 1 Part 2 Part 4

Treating Long Covid, Part 4

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Leo Galland about natural, effective treatments for Long Covid. For more of Dr. Hoffman's interview with Dr. Galland, click here: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3

Treating Long Covid, Part 1
August 10, 2021
If you’re young and healthy and free of comorbidities, you may not be worried about being hospitalized or dying of Covid. But a new problem is emerging: Even sufferers of mild to moderate Covid continue suffering from a baffling array of debilitating symptoms for months on end. It’s been dubbed “long Covid” or “long haulers’ syndrome”. It’s estimated that 10 percent or more survivors of Covid will come down with it, and it may even hasten progression to dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease. Dr. Leo Galland has done intensive research on this subject, and we’re breaking precedent by going beyond our usual two-part format to do a four-part in-depth review of his findings, consisting of a practical action plan for sufferers of long Covid. The good news is that with the proper measures, there’s now hope for sufferers of long Covid. Dr. Galland offers detailed protocols for restoring mitochondrial function, rebalancing the microbiome, overcoming sleep problems and fatigue, and alleviating brain fog here: Healing Long Covid - Leo Galland, M.D. For more of Dr. Hoffman's interview with Dr. Galland, click here: Part 2 Part 3 Part 4

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Vaxing While Nursing
August 4, 2021
Should parents be concerned for their teenage athletes' health who have had the covid vaccine?; Bravo to Dr. Hoffman for not being silenced!; Is it safe for my daughter to take the vaccine while nursing her new baby, or should she wait?; I take zinc every day as part of my regimen. Why do I need to take copper? And how much?; My 86-year-old mother has been advised to take Reclast. She only has osteopenia in her hip. What say you?; I've been taking gummies for sleep, but now I notice I'm a little more forgetful. Is it the gummies? Click HERE for part 1.