Exercise

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for April 14, Part 2
April 16, 2018
New blood test for Alzheimer’s Disease is so precise, it could forecast it 30 years ahead—but is it ready for prime time? Left bundle branch block, could it be related to Lyme Disease? Is it OK to use vitamin K after mitral valve repair? What to do for frequent bladder infections; The “Selfie Effect”—is this why plastic surgery rates are soaring among Millennials? World’s oldest man, 112, shares surprising diet advice. Natural support for ALS. Exercise can be a very effective way to combat depression—so why don’t doctors prescribe it? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

The Exercise — Oral Care Connection, Part 1
April 6, 2018
Shad Slaughter, Xylitol Expert and Spry Brand Manager at Xlear, Inc. joins us to discuss the importance of oral care as part of an active lifestyle. What is it about exercise that can be hard on our teeth? What can we do to protect our teeth when we are being active? Shad also shares best dental hygiene practices for children. Click HERE for part 2.

The Exercise — Oral Care Connection, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Shad Slaughter, Xylitol Expert and Spry Brand Manager at Xlear, Inc. about the importance of oral care as part of an active lifestyle. Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In
April 5, 2018
Ketogenic diet reduces body weight in patients scheduled for weight loss surgery; New American Academy of Neurology Guideline - Exercise has cognitive benefits in mild cognitive impairment (MCI).

CBD (Cannabidiol)—could it be the nutraceutical of the year? Part 1
March 27, 2018
Retired military physician and West Point graduate Philip Blair, MD is an internationally-recognized expert on CBD: What is it? Is it legal? Why are hemp sources of CBD preferred over marijuana-derived CBD? Will it make you high? Uncoordinated? Are there other untoward effects? Addiction or dependency potential? What does research tell us about the endocannabinoid system? Does CBD have the potential to alleviate pain and help curb the opioid epidemic? What can CBD do for anxiety, depression or PTSD? For head injuries? For neurodegenerative disorders? Seizures? As a sleep aid? GI ailments? What’s the basis of its anti-inflammatory effects? Can it address skin disorders and promote healing? Does it enhance athletic performance and speed recovery time? What’s the difference between tinctures, oral capsules, liposomal forms, topical lotions, and vaping solutions? Why is the “entourage effect” important? Can pets benefit from CBD? How do you evaluate the quality of CBD products? Click HERE for part 2. And click HERE for the article, "The Scientific Evidence Proving CBD’s Benefits," for more information.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 24, Part 2
March 26, 2018
Colonoscopy may trigger appendicitis; A caller with Sjogren’s antibodies seeks answers; Are there natural alternatives for spastic torticollis? Dispelling the myth that fish oil causes prostate cancer; Fiber—but only certain kinds—counters obesity and metabolic syndrome; Cycling exonerated as cause of erectile dysfunction; What’s the deal with those vibrating platforms said to reverse osteoporosis? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
March 16, 2018
Whether or not to search out curcumin with pepper; Nutrition may play a key role in early psychosis treatment; 'Small dose' exercise guards against depression.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 10, Part 1
March 12, 2018
What FDA’s new labeling changes mean for your groceries and your supplements; A caller with two broken legs seeks advice on supplements to promote healing; Is “Superbeets” OK for a Type 2 diabetic? Supplements for sarcoidosis; An ingenious solution to the problem of “food deserts”; How exercise in old age can boost immunity; Supplements for osteoporosis. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 24, Part 2
February 26, 2018
Our #1 flu drug is an epic-fail; Which natural alternatives offer flu protection? Caller looks for alternatives to allergy medication that is making her husband drowsy; What are plant sterols? Anti-bacterial wipes won’t keep you safe; Yoga counters metabolic syndrome, inflammation. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Clinical Focus: Trump’s Physical, Part 1
January 30, 2018
What’s the truth about President Trump’s physical? Is he at death’s door, or is he in “excellent” health as claimed by his White House physician? How to interpret his cholesterol numbers? What do his coronary calcium scores tell us about his heart risk? How was his mental acuity evaluated? What other tests would have yielded more information? Can longevity be reduced to an equation? What other ineffable factors besides diet and exercise contribute to survival? How does Trump compare to previous presidents? What’s the biggest risk factor for a chief executive to die in office? Click HERE for part 2.