Digestive Health

Optimizing Your Digestive Function, Part 2
May 25, 2023
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Neil Levin, Senior Nutrition Education Manager and Product Formulator for NOW(r) Foods and Protocol for Life Balance, about digestive enzymes and other dietary ingredients for digestive support. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Hypothyroidism
May 17, 2023
Is there any relationship between my low ferritin level and my hypothyroidism?; I need to get my mom's prescription renewed, can I do that here?; To add some salt seasoning to food, is organic tamari sauce good to use?; What do you think of apple cider vinegar in the prevention of atherosclerosis?; What organization can I join to show opposition to the bill that could stop the use of medications off-label?; Can I use Flava Naturals in my smoothie even though I have GERD?; Can bioidentical hormone replacement therapy thicken the uterine lining? Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio for April 29, Part 1: Fixes for Excessive Flatulence
May 1, 2023
A milestone as American Academy of Pediatrics advocates gastric bypass surgery, weight loss drugs for children; Teaching kids gardening in school combats obesity-related problems; Blood levels of Omega 3s predict likelihood of cognitive decline; Good hydration linked to healthy aging; New app gives you health feedback—from your toilet; Doctors give diverging opinions on whether to take a statin—what to do? Fixes for excessive flatulence; Do allergy shots work? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: The Numerous Benefits of Almonds
April 12, 2023
A handful of almonds before meals promotes weight loss, reduces belly fat, improves blood sugar, lipids, may reverse diabetes; A better alternative to bicarb for GERD symptoms; Please critique the Wapo article on probiotics' impact on gut health; Is the Atkins Diet a healthy way to eat low carb? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: An Easy Recipe for Nut Milk
April 6, 2023
Can I continue taking baking soda indefinitely for GERD?; Can taking zinc drops help bring back the sense of smell and taste?; A cautionary tale about a medication mix-up!; What are your thoughts on methylene blue for treating long haul covid?; An easy recipe for nut milk without all those questionable ingredients. Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for April 1, Part 2: Keto Matzoh Balls?
April 3, 2023
Keto matzoh balls for Passover? The final verdict on the health impact of alcohol; Is a vitamin D of 81 too high? Can episodes of high blood pressure be linked to GERD? Vitamin D vs. diabetes; Magnesium vs. cognitive decline; Blueberry polyphenols for vascular health; Curcumin vs. atherosclerosis; Can you catch a UTI from contaminated meat? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Lithium for brain health?
March 29, 2023
What do you think of fulvic acid? Is it effective for treating a leaky gut?; What are your thoughts on taking lithium for brain health?; My daughter has bunions and is experiencing "broken" bones in her feet; I take a vegetable smoothie every day. Is the fiber as beneficial as eating and chewing the vegetables?; What do you think of micronutrient testing?; What supplements should I take for worsening osteoporosis? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Daylight Savings Time
March 8, 2023
Daylight savings time is approaching; PFAS in plastic containers is getting into food; Are trihalomethanes in your pasta?; Is the benefit of taking Ozempic worth it for weight loss when I have diarrhea every day as a side effect? Click HERE for part 2.

Leyla Weighs In: Inflammatory Bowel Disease
February 24, 2023
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle may prevent up to 60% of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) cases; A look at IBD exacerbators in your daily diet.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Gluten Sensitivity
February 15, 2023
Non-celiac gluten sensitivity - is that a thing? What about those pills that claim to help you digest gluten?; What do you recommend for my brother with diabetic neuropathy?; What approaches do you suggest for my friend who suffers from ankylosing spondylitis?; Is stevia a plant or an artificial sweetener? Click HERE for part 2.