Digestive Health

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
April 4, 2018
New study confirms nicotinamide riboside potentially improves blood pressure and heart health. I have GERD, Barrett's Esophagus and Osteoporosis, can I take my bone health supplements with omeprazole? What is your opinion on the debate between Indole-3-Carbinol and DIM? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
March 7, 2018
Where do you get your grass-fed beef? I'm always concerned about quality; Do you recommend beta-sitosterol for prostate and heart health? Which supplements can be taken for gum inflammation? I had my gallbladder removed 40 years ago. Now I have clay-colored stools if I eat a fatty meal. Is this normal? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 3, Part 1
March 5, 2018
Should you take vitamin C to “bowel tolerance” to fight colds and flu? IV vitamin C breakthrough—it receives approval from FDA after 11 years in regulatory limbo; Vitamin D vs. upper respiratory infections, menstrual irregularities, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS); Magnesium deficiency may hamper vitamin D effectiveness; Greener neighborhoods promote kids’ brain development; Pregnant moms can allergy-proof their children by taking fish oil and probiotic supplements; Dietary polyphenols alleviate fibromyalgia distress. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
February 7, 2018
I'm a 72-year-old male recently diagnosed with diverticulitis, what can I do to minimize my chances of recurrence? My wife is 12 weeks pregnant and found to have very high levels of B12 which are claimed by some to be associated with autism, should she stop taking her multi? My 40-year-old daughter-in-law needs to have gallbladder surgery, what protocols do you recommend so she can heal faster afterward? Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In
January 26, 2018
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers these listener questions: My 80-year-old sister had a mini-stroke and can't swallow large pills, what liquid multi-vitamin would you recommend?; I was taking Kyolic because I have a family history of heart disease but started taking AlliMax for my IBS, should I stop taking Kyolic now?; Since June 2017 I've used turmeric, since then my HgbA1c has gone down and I've lost 50 lbs while watching my diet and walking too -- is this a usual outcome for taking turmeric?

Leyla Weighs In
January 19, 2018
New Year's Resolution tips - start packing your lunch!; Homemade yogurt resolves irritable bowel syndrome.

ENCORE: What’s So Bad About Wheat? Part 1
December 28, 2017
Dr. William Davis, author of the #1 Best-Seller "Wheat Belly," describes the rationale for his grain-free program. It’s not just about weight-loss--adherents report increased energy, focus and mood, relief of migraines, reversal of diabetes, cessation of GI symptoms like GERD and IBS, improvements in autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and MS, and dramatic turn-arounds of adverse lipid profiles. What’s so bad about wheat? What’s the rationale for going altogether grain-free? What’s the problem with gluten-free foods? Can you have an occasional bagel or muffin? How to cope with the withdrawal symptoms some people experience with the Wheat Belly regimen? Are sweeteners allowed? Can you have some beans and fruit? How does the Wheat Belly diet compare to comparable programs like the Wahl’s Diet, the Paleo Diet, or the Perfect 30? Dr. Davis shares the many resources available for those who want to try Wheat Belly. Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: What’s So Bad About Wheat? Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. William Davis, author of the #1 Best-Seller "Wheat Belly." Click HERE for part 1.

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.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
December 6, 2017
More on diagnosis creep and the high blood pressure guidelines. Can you comment on the studies that purport Paleo diets and other high protein diets do not lower blood sugar? I've been having hard stools every day with my bowel movements, am I drinking enough water? Is it my supplements? Click HERE for part 2.