Environmental Health

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.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for September 26, Part 2
November 2, 2020
Despite uptick in cases in certain regions, less than 1% of teachers, students infected since schools reopened, and COVID-19 fatalities dramatically lower; Advice on non-toxic cookware and bedding; Diet halves seizure rates among kids--and it doesn't even have to be strict Keto; Teen's death highlights risk of social media-driven "Benadryl Challenge"; Natural treatment for high platelet disorder; Study supports role of vitamin D in blood pressure control; A healthy microbiome may aid sleep; Exercise helps memory by kindling endocannabinoid system; DHA and vitamin E for male infertility. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In: Toxic Exposures
October 30, 2020
On the heels of yesterday's episode with Dr. Joseph Pizzorno, Nutritionist Leyla Muedin weighs in on the human health effects of exposure to pesticides, herbicides, and insecticides.

ENCORE: The Link Between Toxic Exposures and Common Diseases, Part 1
October 29, 2020
Dr. Joseph Pizzorno, one of the founders of Integrative and Functional Medicine and author of "The Toxin Solution," takes a look at how environmental toxins affect our health. He has undertaken one of the largest studies to date that links various forms of toxic exposures to common diseases like diabetes, Alzheimer’s, coronary artery disease, fatty liver, and even childhood behavioral problems. Toxins are ubiquitous in our modern environment. How to tell if you're toxic? Are there blood or urine tests? Is it worth it to eat organic foods exclusively? What are other ways that toxins find their way into our bodies even if we’re not industrial workers or farmers applying pesticides and herbicides? What are “Obesogens”? Are there ways to facilitate detox? What role for glutathione? Milk thistle? Dietary fiber? What’s the deal with heavy metals? Arsenic? Can they be removed? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: The Link Between Toxic Exposures and Common Diseases, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Joseph Pizzorno, one of the founders of Integrative and Functional Medicine, and author of "The Toxin Solution: How Hidden Poisons in the Air, Water, Food and Products We Use Are Destroying Our Health—And What We Can Do To Fix It." Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 24, Part 1
October 26, 2020
What’s missing from 2020 candidates’ talking points on healthcare; The controversy over “herd immunity” explained; How much zinc is too much? Coffee and green tea forestall diabetes death risk; D for dementia; The final word on the breast cancer/hair dye & straightener link. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: The Best Type of Pillow
October 14, 2020
What is the difference between glycine, di-methyl-glycine, and tri-methyl-glycine? What are they used for?; What is the best type of pillow to use for someone with allergies, asthma, and chemical sensitivities?; On the back of my zinc lozenge supplement, it states "not intended for extended use." Why?; Thank you for your article on GERD. Which DGL supplement do you recommend?; Suffering with IBS-D? Bimuno may bring relief; Study: Effects of galacto-oligosaccharide prebiotics on cortisol response and emotional bias; Isn't Zantac a cancer-causing drug? Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In: The Four Steps to Food Safety
September 25, 2020
It's Food Safety Awareness Month: A new era of food safety blueprint arrives mid-pandemic; The four steps to food safety.

Leyla Weighs In: Toxins
August 21, 2020
Toxicant exposures at home; Toxins as drivers of disease--especially in the time of COVID.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Milk and Breast Cancer?
August 19, 2020
Any recommendation for a good sink faucet filter?; If kids can go back to school with proper precautions, why can't restaurants serve indoors while taking those same precautions?; I've had rheumatoid arthritis for 17 years. Can nutritional care play a part in this condition?; I use coumadin because of a history of pulmonary embolism and DVT. I'm concerned for my bone health while on this medication. Should I switch to Xarelto or Eliquis?; A study suggests that drinking as little as one cup of milk per day may increase the rate of breast cancer by up to 50%. What are your thoughts? Is organic milk better? Click HERE for part 1.