Expert Interview

ENCORE: Big Chicken, Part 1
November 16, 2023
In "Big Chicken: The Incredible Story of How Antibiotics Created Modern Agriculture and Changed the Way the World Eats," investigative journalist Maryn McKenna details how high-tech agriculture transformed the old-fashioned backyard chicken into a high-yielding commodity. The price was an epidemic of antibiotic-resistant infections that now pose a global health threat. Flavor was sacrificed on the altar of profits. Additionally, productivity took precedence over humane considerations. Is there hope that producers will change their ways? How can consumers make prudent choices? What are ways the public can make their voices heard at the checkout counter? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Big Chicken, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with investigative journalist Maryn McKenna, author of "Big Chicken: The Incredible Story of How Antibiotics Created Modern Agriculture and Changed the Way the World Eats." Click HERE for part 1.

Transformational Hygiene Solutions with Nathan Jones
November 14, 2023
Wash your hands, brush your teeth, and wash your nose! Friend of the Pod Nate Jones, CEO of Xlear, Inc., is LIVE from Australia with an update on how important naturally cleansing and hydrating your sinus and nasal passages are to your family's health. Plus, he goes in-depth on a new FDA finding that a key ingredient in many over-the-counter cold and allergy medications doesn’t work to get rid of nasal congestion.

The Science of Processed Food Addiction with Dr. Joan Ifland, Part 1
November 9, 2023
Food Addiction Counselor Dr. Joan Ifland, Ph.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.N., explains how diabetes drugs used for weight loss cripple the dopamine pathways in the brain -- which may not only injure the ability to experience pleasure in other areas of life but also leaves people without the skills to cope with food cravings once they stop taking the drug. The best way to increase health long term? Dr. Ifland recommends first getting into therapy or joining a supportive community to explore the underlying emotional, mental, and physical reasons for compulsive eating and processed food addiction. Click HERE for part 2.

The Science of Processed Food Addiction with Dr. Joan Ifland, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Joan Ifland, Ph.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.N., a Nutrition Counselor who specializes in the science of processed food addiction and recovery. She is the Founder of the Food Addiction Reset, a fellow of the American College of Nutrition, and the author of several books on the subject. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: The World Food Supply and Your Health, Part 1
November 7, 2023
Baffled by her kids’ challenging health problems and finding no answers, an ordinary mom, Zen Honeycutt, embarked on a journey to discover the underlying causes of the modern epidemic of childhood illnesses like life-threatening food allergies, ADHD, and autism. Her search led her to found Moms Across America, a grassroots organization dedicated to forging a new standard for a healthy planet. Zen reveals startling details about the coverup of the toxic impact of GMO foods and glyphosate. Her children’s health was materially improved when she cleaned up her family’s diet, based on organic, minimally processed foods. She now travels across the country and around the world spreading awareness and mobilizing activism to support safe and sustainable agriculture and food production. Moms Across America is initiating a “Gold Standard” certification program to highlight safe brands. Her documentary, “Communities Rising,” describes her grassroots efforts and a new book, "Unstoppable, showcases her mission. Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: The World Food Supply and Your Health, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Zen Honeycutt, author of "Unstoppable: Transforming Sickness and Struggle into Triumph, Empowerment and a Celebration of Community." Click HERE for part 1.

Immune Essentials with Dr. Ross Pelton, Part 1
November 2, 2023
Fall is here and winter is coming. This is the time of year we want to emphasize the importance of a strong immune system. And with 70% of your body’s immune cells residing in the gut, healthy digestion is a good foundation to good immune response. Dr. Ross Pelton, pharmacist, clinical nutritionist, health educator, author of twelve books, and Director of Science & Education for Essential Formulas Incorporated, details KEY nutritional supplements that are recognized to help enhance immune health during the colder weather, including the postbiotic metabolites that are included in Dr. Ohhira's Probiotics. Click HERE for part 2.

Immune Essentials with Dr. Ross Pelton, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Ross Pelton, pharmacist, clinical nutritionist, health educator, and author of twelve books, about why probiotics are foundational to strong immune health. Click HERE for part 1.

Oxalate Overload with Sally K. Norton, Part 1
October 31, 2023
If you’re eating a healthy diet and you’re still dealing with fatigue, inflammation, anxiety, recurrent injuries, or chronic pain, the problem could be your spinach, almonds, sweet potatoes, and other trusted plant foods. Sally K. Norton, MPH, ivy-league nutritionist, and author of the book "Toxic Superfoods: How Oxalate Overload is Making You Sick-and How to Get Better,” details why your key to vibrant health may be quitting these so-called superfoods due to chemical toxins called oxalates that lurk within a “healthy,” organic plant-heavy diet. What are oxalates and why are they so bad? What are some signs you’ve eaten too many oxalates? Which foods are the highest in oxalates? How widespread is oxalate overload? How do you know if you have inflammation or oxalate overload? Sally Norton says making just a few easy food swaps can make a dramatic difference. Click HERE for part 2.