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The Evolution of Medicine Summit, Part 1
August 26, 2014
The Evolution of Medicine Summit is here! Featuring 40 speakers on all aspects of complementary and alternative medicine, this event promises to be a great resource for Intelligent Medicine listeners. Dr. Hoffman interviews The Evolution of Medicine’s founder, James Maskell: How does he see the future of medicine? Will a new generation of gadgetry empower medical consumers toward enlightened self-care? Are safe, natural, low-cost health care modalities making inroads in mainstream medicine? Can the current system be saved? How are innovators and disruptors transforming the landscape of contemporary healthcare?
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The Evolution of Medicine Summit, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with The Evolution of Medicine Summit founder, James Maskell.
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Dr. Fred Pescatore on Probiotics, Part 1
August 19, 2014
Probiotics are everywhere in the health news today—what accounts for their popularity? Integrative physician Fred Pescatore, MD, author of Boost Your Health with Bacteria, discusses probiotics—what they’re good for, who’s a candidate for supplementation, the relative benefits of various types. How to choose the best probiotic: single species versus multiple (Less may be more when it comes to probiotic “body counts”)? freeze-dried vs. live organisms? the role of pre-biotics.
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Dr. Fred Pescatore on Probiotics, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Fred Pescatore about the benefits of supplementation with probiotics.
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The Benefits of Aged Garlic Extract, Part 1
August 14, 2014
Can Aged Garlic Extract (Kyolic) reduce plaque in the coronary arteries? We talk to Dr. Matthew Budoff, cardiology researcher at UCLA, about his latest study using precise arterial imaging to quantify the benefits of daily intake of Aged Garlic Extract; How does Aged Garlic Extract exert its therapeutic effects? How does Aged Garlic Extract compare to other garlic supplements? What about the allicin controversy? Is it better to just eat a lot of garlic? Does garlic have benefits for other bodily systems? Is it cancer preventive? We also discuss coronary imaging and it’s potential to spot developing arterial wall deposits well before they result in heart attacks—who’s a candidate for the test, which scan is right for you, and how often should you be tested.
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The Benefits of Aged Garlic Extract, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Matthew Budoff about his study using precise arterial imaging to quantify the benefits of daily intake of Aged Garlic Extract.
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“Certified Nutrition Specialist,” Part 1
August 7, 2014
Great News! Successful pushback against exclusionary rules that limit your access to a nutrition professional of your choice! Corinne Bush, MS, CNS, discusses recent victories in the battle against monopolistic mainstream nutritionists who preach that supplements are worthless. What’s a “Certified Nutrition Specialist” and why should you demand that your nutrition advisor possess that credential?
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“Certified Nutrition Specialist,” Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Corinne Bush, MS, CNS about the recent victories in the battle against monopolistic mainstream nutritionists.
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Are supplements worthless? Part 1
July 31, 2014
Are vitamin and mineral supplements worthless? Are antioxidants dangerous? We turn to Dr. Balz Frei, Professor of Biochemistry & Biophysics, Director of the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University for answers. Was Linus Pauling wrong about taking vitamin C at high doses to “bowel tolerance”?How much vitamin C can the body absorb at a time? Could intravenous vitamin C prove helpful for cancer? Is there a problem with the research methods we currently rely upon to evaluate the efficacy of vitamins and supplements? Should cancer patients getting chemo or radiation stop taking their vitamins?
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Are supplements worthless? Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Balz, Professor of Biochemistry & Biophysics, Director of the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University.
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