Expert Interview

“The Olive Oil Hunter,” Part 1
June 1, 2017
TJ Robinson, "The Olive Oil Hunter" and founder of the Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil Club, dishes on the benefits of fresh extra-virgin olive oil. Useful polyphenols in olive oil support brain, heart, optimize blood sugar and blood pressure and even defend against cancer. Studies show liberal dietary amounts of olive oil promote satiety, which helps with weight maintenance. What are the characteristics of truly fresh olive oil? Why are Americans not accustomed to the flavors of authentic olive oil? Is it true that fraud, adulteration, and spoilage are rampant in the olive oil industry? What to look for as a consumer? How to properly store olive oil? Can it be used for cooking without destroying it's beneficial compounds or generating harmful free radicals? How to pair different types of olive oil with different foods? Intelligent Medicine listeners can take advantage of a special introductory offer for just $1 by visiting www.myfavoriteoil.com. TJ's olive oils have been favorites for years! Click HERE for part 2.

“The Olive Oil Hunter,” Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with TJ Robinson, "The Olive Oil Hunter" and founder of the Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil Club, who dishes on the benefits of fresh extra-virgin olive oil. And don't miss a special offer as a listener to Intelligent Medicine. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Take Charge of Your Metabolism, Part 1
May 30, 2017
Dr. Gerard Mullin, America’s foremost integrative gastroenterologist, discusses his book, The Gut Balance Revolution; How can you take charge of your metabolism by altering your microbiome? Dr. Mullin details the damaging effects of antibiotics, acid-blockers, and poor quality diet on our intestinal integrity; What can be done to restore balance? Is there a “magic bullet” probiotic that can melt the pounds off? What is The Calorie Myth, and how does it thwart dieters? Is there a corresponding Exercise Myth? Dr. Mullin explains how disruption of GI flora can thwart the simple laws of thermodynamics. Will gastroenterologists embrace this new paradigm? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Take Charge of Your Metabolism, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Gerard Mullin, America’s foremost integrative gastroenterologist, about how can you take charge of your metabolism by altering your microbiome. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Escape Addictive Eating, Part 1
May 25, 2017
The Standard American Diet is a major driver of the current epidemic of degenerative disease in the U.S. Top-down efforts by government to stem the tide of illness are unwieldy, costly failures. The Suppers Programs is a community-based, voluntary organization that helps individuals escape the addictive eating patterns that are undermining their health. Founder Dorothy Mullen, author of "Logical Miracles: 100 Stories of Hope and Healing," explains how commercial foods subvert our normal appetite cues. She describes how diet affects mood. The Suppers Program offers an economical local model that enables individuals to experience the benefits of dietary transformation in a non-judgmental setting. According to Dorothy, “portion control” is one of the biggest myths that undermine dieters’ success. Indulging in sugary, artificially-flavored snacks and soft drinks cannot be offset merely with exercise, however intense, as food industry apologists would have us believe. Fundamental dietary change isn’t easy, but it’s necessary for many to attain optimal physical and emotional wellness. Diet must be individualized--there is no “one-size-fits-all” eating prescription. The Suppers Programs is based in New Jersey, but is training facilitators to expand across the Northeast, and is a model for transforming the American way of eating. Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Escape Addictive Eating, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dorothy Mullen, founder of The Suppers Programs, about how commercial foods subvert our normal appetite. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Integrative Urology with Dr. Aaron Katz, Part 1
May 16, 2017
The best of high-tech and the best of natural therapies—are combined by today’s guest, Dr. Aaron Katz, Chairman of Urology at Winthrop University Hospital, and host of Katz’s Corner on WABC radio. Dr. Katz is a pioneer in introducing Active Holistic Surveillance which enables certain men diagnosed with early prostate cancer to undertake natural therapies while avoiding the harms associated with surgery or radiation. Dr. Katz discusses how new, innovative tests will help better identify those men who can safely eschew conventional treatments vs. those with aggressive cancers that call for more drastic intervention. He discusses the current controversy over testosterone therapy—boon or bane for men? Routine PSA screening—does it do more harm than good? Dr. Katz enumerates basic lifestyle steps that men can take to avoid prostate problems—diet, exercise, stress reduction and targeted supplements. Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Integrative Urology with Dr. Aaron Katz, Part 2

The best of high-tech and the best of natural therapies are combined by today’s guest, Dr. Aaron Katz. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Part 1
May 15, 2017
Dr. Benjamin Brown explores natural approaches to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) in his new book, "The Digestive Health Solution: Your Personalized Five-Step Plan for Inside-Out Digestive Wellness." Is your IBS “all in your head?” Do you just have to “learn to live with it?” Are there various subtypes of IBS that require different answers? Why is there no “one-size-fits-all” approach to IBS? What is “visceral hypersensitivity” What’s the FODMAP diet and how can it help IBS sufferers? What role for melatonin, peppermint, carminative herbs, kiwi extract (Phloe), probiotics, digestive enzymes and hydrochloric acid supplements? How do sleep and exercise impact IBS? What innovative tests can help reveal the underlying causes of your IBS? Are meditation and stress reduction helpful? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Benajmin Brown, exploring natural approaches to Irritable bowel Syndrome. Click HERE for part 1.