Environmental Health

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.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Acne
July 29, 2020
Help! My 18-month-old grandson is taking a multivitamin containing fluoride and chemicals like polysorbate 80; I take magnesium taurate for atrial fibrillation and magnesium citrate for constipation. Is this too much?; Study: Omega-3s with potential to prevent Alzheimer's affect blood, but less so the brain; I'm on the Whole 30 diet for severe acne. My dermatologist is recommending Accutane. What do you think? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for July 18, Part 1
July 20, 2020
Are sunscreen chemicals putting you, your kids, or your developing fetus at risk? Bone-growth stimulators for healing fractures—can you still use them if you have a pacemaker? Natural “Testosterone precursors”—do they really forestall muscle loss? How do plant-based meat substitutes compare to animal protein for fending off sarcopenia? Medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) forestall cognitive decline in frail elderly; Acid blockers render patients more susceptible to COVID-19; Pre- and probiotics to support a coronavirus-resistant microbiome; Study links fermented vegetable consumption to reduced risk of dying of COVID-19; Think zinc for immunity. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In: Lead Exposure
July 17, 2020
Low-level lead exposure and implications for human health.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 27, Part 2
June 29, 2020
Are we anywhere near “herd immunity” to the coronavirus? Why high stress levels predict more catastrophic Covid-19 outcomes; Bayer to pay $10.9 billion in Roundup cancer claims; Why saunas lower blood pressure; GNC declares bankruptcy, a casualty of COVID-19; Can you literally walk away from cancer risk? Preschoolers vastly exceed current recommendations for toddler screen time; Nursing homes dump regular residents to take advantage of higher reimbursement for Covid-19 patients. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In: The Beyond Burger
June 12, 2020
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers this listener question: What do you think of the ingredients in Beyond Burger? Plus, high levels of pollution linked to increased MS risk. And air pollution worsens osteoporosis.