Digestive Health

Postbiotics: The New Frontier in Microbiome Science, Part 1
November 24, 2020
Why it is important for your PROBIOTICS to contain POSTBIOTICS? Health Expert and Master Educator, Dr. Ross Pelton, R.Ph, CCN is a pharmacist, clinical nutritionist, health educator, and Scientific Director for Essential Formulas, Inc. He explains that postbiotic metabolites are now understood to be some of the most important health-regulating compounds in the body. Some of their powerful benefits include: anti-inflammatory activity, regulation of the immune system, gut-brain communication, and much more. Check out his article: "Postbiotic Metabolites: The New Frontier in Microbiome Science." Dr. Pelton also discusses the important benefits of glutathione and has this article: "Lactobacillus Fermentum ME-3: A New Era in Glutathione Therapy." Also, here is a free copy of his Quick Reference Guide to Drug-Induced Nutrient Depletions. Click HERE for part 2.

Postbiotics: The New Frontier in Microbiome Science, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Ross Pelton, R.Ph, CCN, pharmacist, clinical nutritionist, health educator, and Scientific Director for Essential Formulas, Inc. Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for November 21, Part 2
November 23, 2020
Vaccine FAQs—what we know and what we don’t; Can you blend your vitamins into your smoothie? Do dark stools require medical attention? Iodine deficiency is common in vegans; Too much Omega 6 in the absence of Omega 3 in mothers’ diets during pregnancy may program offspring for cravings, obesity; Medical practices hit hard by COVID-19, majority of docs have seen loss in revenue; Too many antibiotics in children under 2 trigger allergies, autoimmunity, obesity, and behavioral problems. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In: SIBO, Plus Caffeine and Sleep
November 20, 2020
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers this listener question: I was recently diagnosed with SIBO. Which diet should I be on, low FODMAP or low carb? Plus, following bad sleep, drink coffee after breakfast, not before.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Obesity and COVID-19 Risk
November 18, 2020
Study: Link between obesity and Covid-19 risk; My SIBO symptoms returned 2 months after taking botanical therapies. Could that be due to the changes in intestinal flora?; Can SIBO be caused by a malfunction of the Migratory Motor Complex?; Am I breaking my Intermittent Fasting by taking Synthroid every morning?; My wife is taking Strontium for osteoporosis. What else would you advise? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for November 14, Part 1
November 16, 2020
It’s Diabetes Awareness Month—and the medical establishment still can’t get diet for diabetes right; Why do cardiologists still tell patients to avoid cheese? When you eat as important as what you eat in managing diabetes; Losing just a few pounds can lower your risk of progressing to diabetes by nearly 50%; Chemicals in your home can cause diabetes; The low-FODMAP diet for IBS; Muscle relaxants plus NSAIDs—the “standard of care” for back pain—no better than placebo, study says; Calf muscle circumference a good predictor of health outcomes. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Metformin Linked to Cancer?
November 11, 2020
Which probiotics are effective after a colonoscopy or a round of antibiotics? What about for diarrhea?; I'm taking metformin for my type 2 diabetes but I just found out it's linked to cancer. What other options do I have?; My husband's doctor wants to put him on a statin. I say NO. Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In: Eggs
November 6, 2020
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers these listener questions: What is your opinion of proteolytic digestive enzymes?; I eat two eggs every day for breakfast. Will I develop an allergy or sensitivity to it?; What do you think of protein shakes made with whey or pea protein?

ENCORE: Natural Therapies for G.I. Disorders, Part 1
November 5, 2020
Meet New York City’s first integrative gastroenterologist—Dr. Alexandra Shustina. While versed in conventional methods of addressing GI complaints, she has concluded that “many patients are treated inappropriately.” Powerful drugs are invoked when natural therapies, like diet, supplements, and stress management are insufficiently leveraged. Calling upon her training in osteopathic medicine, Dr. Shustina employs visceral manipulation to address such conditions as GERD, IBS, and severe constipation. She describes the constraints she experiences in introducing a holistic perspective to her young GI trainees in a hospital setting. She discusses the limitations inherent in using powerful immunosuppressive drugs for ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s Disease. What problems are associated with the pervasive use of potent acid-suppressing medications? When can digestive enzymes help GI complaints? What role for probiotics? Colostrum? Chinese herbal formulas? Vitamin D? Is the Specific Carbohydrate Diet the best regimen for inflammatory bowel disease? Are antibiotics the best answer for H. Pylori and SIBO? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Natural Therapies for G.I. Disorders, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Alexandra Shustina, New York City’s first integrative gastroenterologist. Click HERE for part 1.