Exercise

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Blood Flow Restriction
April 28, 2021
The many benefits of exercise; I was surprised to read in your newsletter that "masks work..." when there are other studies that show the ineffectiveness of them; What do you think of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training to increase muscle mass? I'm 74 with osteoporosis. Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Who should and shouldn’t take the Covid vaccine?
April 22, 2021
Artificial food coloring found to be a detriment to children's health; Has Dr. Hoffman taken the covid vaccine? The answer will surprise you; Who should and shouldn't take the covid vaccine?; Any advice on establishing a fun, well-rounded physical activity program for a 40-year-old female? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for April 17, Part 1
April 19, 2021
J&J vaccine suspended; Halt comes in wake of unexplained blood clots; Isn’t the risk of blood clots from Covid greater than that from the vax? Is it something about unique features of J&J and Astra Zeneca shots that increases likelihood of adverse reactions? One shot may be enough for people who’ve already had Covid—do they need it at all? Twitter fights over Covid controversies turn nasty; In men genetically prone to prostate cancer, lifestyle halves risk; Potent risk factor for severe Covid—air pollution; Exercise and immunity—can you actually run away from Covid? Prepare for additional booster shots against Covid variants, say CEOs of Pfizer and Moderna; What’s the alternative to high-sugar Metamucil for fiber? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for April 17, Part 2

Vaccine passports are a bad idea; Exercise in pregnancy builds healthier kids; IVF babies grow up without deficits; Low-saturated fat diet advice to pregnant women may compromise their children’s microbiomes; Cocoa vs. fatty liver; Fosamax + strontium—are they a good combo for osteoporosis? Chelation vs. ozone therapy—what’s the difference? Pot smoking impairs vision; Ireland goes big on vitamin D public health mandate. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Spinal Stenosis and Athletic Yoga
February 18, 2021
Could my spinal stenosis have been caused by the athletic yoga I've been practicing?; Can my daughter take NT Factor while breastfeeding her newborn?; I am Apo E 3/4. What is the best form of magnesium for my brain?; What are UPFs and why are they so bad?; Every time I take zinc I get nauseated. What can I do? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for January 30, Part 2
February 1, 2021
Microbiome may determine COVID severity; If you’ve had COVID, should you still opt for the vaccine? Could COVID shots trigger exacerbations in patients with autoimmune conditions? China undertaking massive worldwide DNA data collection, targeting U.S.; Is exercise enough to offset effects of suboptimal diets? Vegan diet for kids comes up short in essential nutrients; Longevity of Japanese may have improved when diets augmented with more animal protein; Prioritizing food intake earlier in the day may improve metabolism. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for January 23, Part 2
January 25, 2021
How long will the vax confer protection? Can you pick up Covid from surfaces? If you’ve had Covid, should you still take the vaccine? Should you be checking your blood oxygen daily amidst the pandemic? Suggestions for a stubborn, painful sinus condition; Is there such a thing as too much exercise? Exercise promotes muscles to repair themselves; Fish oil and nicotinamide riboside for muscle soreness; Can a daily nap forestall dementia? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for January 2, Part 2
January 4, 2021
Masks alone won’t do it without social distancing, study shows; What’s the best mask to allow normal speech? Low-grade lymphoma—are there natural treatments? An over-the-counter supplement may help curb nail-biting; Vaping can cause mental confusion; How exercise supports immunity; Biden’s pick for Secretary of Agriculture draws flak for industry ties; Obesity rates continue to soar among Americans as new federal Dietary Guidelines promise more of the same. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Exercise Immunology
December 30, 2020
Exercise Immunology -- all about exercise and immunity; My wife is 72 and anxiety is interfering with her daily life. Her doctor suggests Lexapro but isn't there anything safer to take?; You recommended Fisol fish oil to me years ago. Now you're recommending Bio-Omega fish oils. Why the switch? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 26, Part 2
December 28, 2020
Phosphatidylcholine and vitamin D vs. dementia; How could it be that a superbly-trained marathoner still develops hypertension? DMSO for inflamed Achilles’ tendons; What to do for a low white blood cell count? Surprise billing for colonoscopies; Could excess B12 be causing your adult acne? Top US nutritionists call for rescinding limits on saturated fat; Positive outlook predicts less memory decline. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.