Digestive Health

Leyla Weighs In: Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy
January 28, 2022
Study: Probiotics improve nausea and vomiting in pregnancy. Plus, beware of fungicides in your citrus fruit!

ENCORE: The Role of the Digestive Tract in Determining Overall Health, Part 1
January 25, 2022
Liz Lipski, Ph.D., CNS joins us to discuss the latest edition of her authoritative book, "Digestive Wellness." First written in 1995 when I first interviewed her, she just updated it (5th edition!) in light of all the recent new developments in GI science. She discusses the pervasive role of the digestive tract in determining overall health; there are ramifications for the heart, the brain, and even bones and skin. Dr. Lipski weighs in on leaky gut syndrome, small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), fecal transfer, probiotics, gluten intolerance, food allergy, the role of stress, and the low-FODMAP diet. She discusses protocols for GERD, IBS, and colitis as well as key supplements to support GI health. There’s no one-size-fits-all diet for GI problems; protocols need to be individualized to suit patients’ unique characteristics and may require detective work. Empowering breakthroughs can be achieved through proper natural interventions. Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: The Role of the Digestive Tract in Determining Overall Health, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Liz Lipski, Ph.D., CNS discussing the latest edition of her authoritative book, "Digestive Wellness." Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In: 2022, A Year for Change
January 21, 2022
It's 2022 - make it a year for change; How to improve your digestive health.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Bloating
January 12, 2022
My husband takes blood pressure meds and Eliquis. Can he take N-acetyl-cysteine?; Any ideas on slowing or reversing spinal stenosis via nutrition and supplements?; I took Fosamax for osteoporosis and got scleritis!; I have a problem with bloating. What should I do or take?; Some comments about covid in the setting of full vaccination and booster - are these true? Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: A Breakthrough for Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Part 1
December 28, 2021
A new breakthrough botanical treatment for irritable bowel syndrome. Board-certified gastroenterologist Dr. Kenneth Brown is developer of Atrantil, a natural treatment for IBS. He explains how small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) contributes to gas, bloating, cramps, urgency and constipation. Conventional treatment of SIBO involves use of the antibiotic Xifaxin, which is expensive and doesn’t usually deliver lasting relief. Years of research led Dr. Brown to discovery of an herbal combo which offers a more economical, thorough solution. Clinical testing has shown Atrantil to be effective. What ingredients make Atrantil unique among GI supplements? How should Atrantil be taken? Can it result in “die-off” symptoms? How is SIBO diagnosed? What role for probiotics? For diet? For agents that promote GI motility? Does SIBO cause mood symptoms like anxiety, depression, or “brain fog”? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: A Breakthrough for Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Board-certified gastroenterologist Dr. Kenneth Brown, developer of Atrantil, a natural treatment for IBS. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Low Dose Lithium
December 15, 2021
Study: SARS-CoV-2 spike impairs DNA damage repair and inhibits recombination in vitro; Can low dose lithium be beneficial for mood enhancement for those taking thyroid replacement? Or is it contraindicated?; I recently had a bout of diverticulitis. What can I do to avoid another flare-up?; Is calcium citrate helpful for acid reflux?; What are your thoughts on silicon dioxide added to supplements?; Could you talk about restless legs syndrome? Click HERE for part 1.

How to Keep Our Digestion Optimal During the Often Richly-Decadent Holiday Eating, Part 1
December 14, 2021
Each year as we enter the holiday season, we go to our "Digestion-Guru" Martie Whittekin for some sound advice about how to keep our digestion optimal during all the delicious yet often richly-decadent holiday eating. Martie is the author of numerous books. She knows that the natural approach to digestive health is far better (and in the long-term more successful) than simply popping an over-the-counter antacid for relief. She details the benefits of Dr. Ohhira's Probiotics to maintain digestive health and immunity this holiday season. Click HERE for part 2.

How to Keep Our Digestion Optimal During the Often Richly-Decadent Holiday Eating, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Martie Whittekin, Board-Certified Clinical Nutritionist and the author of the best-selling book, "Natural Alternatives to Nexium, Maalox, Tagamet, Prilosec, & Other Acid Blockers." Her latest book is entitled, "The Probiotic Cure." Click HERE for part 1.