Exercise

Achieving Normal, Healthy Blood Pressure, Part 1
April 23, 2020
Dr. Matthew Budoff, Professor of Preventive Cardiology at UCLA, shares the results of a study evaluating the effects of a nitric oxide supplement (Berkeley Life) on hypertensive patients. After 12 weeks, use of the tablets reduced systolic blood pressure by an average of 12.5 points; diastolic blood pressure declined by 4.7 points. Can patients safely use nitric oxide supplements alongside their blood pressure medications? How many beets or how much arugula would you have to eat to replicate the effects of the concentrated ingredients in Berkeley Life supplements? Are there any side effects? Do nitric oxide levels decline with aging? In chronic disease states? Could there be additional benefits of nitric oxide supplementation for athletic performance? For alleviating erectile dysfunction? Do other supplements like arginine and citrulline have similar impacts on nitric oxide? Nitrites in preserved meats like bacon—why are they bad when dietary nitrates are good? What does the nitric oxide saliva test indicate? The link between nitric oxide and inflammation? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: COVID-19 and More
April 22, 2020
A test for whether or not to wear a mask; Is the Copper Grill Mat the same as Teflon?; I read that folks who drink low fat and skim milk have longer telomeres. Is this true?; Is there a natural cure for mycosis fungoides?; I wheeze and cough after a run. Is this exercise-induced asthma? Click HERE for part 1.

The Role “Metabolic Fitness” Plays In Resistance to the Coronavirus, Part 1
April 21, 2020
In the wake of the largest study of its kind that demonstrates that obesity is the single biggest factor that lands people with Covid-19 in the hospital, we discuss the role that “metabolic fitness” plays in resistance to the coronavirus with Dr. Loren Marks, Functional Medicine chiropractor in New York City. Dr. Marks makes the case for the protective effects of certain nutrients: vitamins A, C, D, zinc and n-acetyl cysteine. Is there a potential for excessive immune stimulation resulting in cytokine storm? What’s Dr. Marks doing personally to maintain fitness during the lockdown? What’s the role of the microbiome in maintaining immune health? How does the “gut/lung axis” influence resistance to respiratory pathogens? What are some of the genetic determinants of susceptibility to Covid-19? Click HERE for part 2.

The Role “Metabolic Fitness” Plays In Resistance to the Coronavirus, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Loren Marks, Functional Medicine chiropractor in New York City. Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In: Nitric Oxide for Better Cardiovascular Health
March 13, 2020
Pharmacist and certified clinical nutritionist Beth Shirley, Executive Director of the Berkeley Life Scientific Advisory Board, details the benefits of nitric oxide supplementation. Nitric oxide is a vital signaling molecule essential in cardiovascular health. It supports blood pressure, immunity, sexual health, physical performance, cognitive function, blood sugar levels and more. Unfortunately, as we age our levels start to diminish naturally. Learn how to find out if you have low nitric oxide levels, and how to restore them.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Collagen Peptides
March 11, 2020
What do you think of collagen peptides for skin? My sister-in-law swears by them!; I'm 79-years-old with a homocysteine of 8. How much folate should I take to lower it? How much is too much?; I'm 59-years-old with "degenerative changes in the digits". Is there something more I should be taking other than fish oil and curcumin? Should I refrain from strength training?; What are the benefits of taking L-glutamine with whey protein? Should I take them before or after exercise?; What medications do you prescribe, if any, for Inflammatory Bowel Disease in conjunction with the Specific Carbohydrate Diet?; I have severe osteoporosis and my doctor wants me to take Forteo but I'm afraid of the side effects. Is there anything else I can do?; My daughter's 28-year-old boyfriend was found to have a 2 mm polyp on his gallbladder after suffering abdominal pain and vomiting; What are your thoughts on regenerative treatments for a meniscus tear in my left knee? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 7, Part 1
March 9, 2020
Coronavirus update: Botched initial Chinese containment efforts; Natural products disappear from store shelves; Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture on the front lines; A new drug that may hold promise; Thousands die of the flu—are we overreacting to Coronavirus? AHCC to ward off Coronavirus; Kids consume more calories in post-activity snacks than they burn during physical activity; Is Daylight Savings time bad for our health? Does breastfeeding shield kids from allergies and asthma? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In: Yoga and Depression
March 6, 2020
How yoga exercises its positive effect on depression.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 15, Part 1
February 17, 2020
Coronavirus update: Is there a threat of a widespread global pandemic involving the West? Are men more at risk than women? Chinese researcher registers intravenous vitamin C trial; Saunas confer protection against pneumonia; How does one know how well their immune system is functioning? Forget 10,000 steps a day—you can’t walk away from a bad diet; New “smart diaper” harnesses RFID transmitter to notify caregiver when it’s wet; What are the benefits of French Grape Seed Extract? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 8, Part 1
February 10, 2020
Coronavirus update: Are Chinese officials concealing a biological Chernobyl? Wuhan whistleblower MD, forced by his government to recant his early warnings about the epidemic, succumbs to Coronavirus. Are containment efforts in the West succeeding? Do supplement ingredients from China pose risk to vitamin-takers? How’s this virus different from the Spanish flu that killed tens of millions last century? Exercise quells food cravings; Israel halts mandatory fluoridation; Rush Limbaugh reveals “advanced” lung cancer diagnosis—do new breakthroughs in cancer treatment offer hope for his survival? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.