Expert Interview

A Potentially Potent Anti-Aging Therapy, Part 2
February 17, 2022
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Ross Pelton, the Natural Pharmacist, about his new book, “RAPAMYCIN mTOR AUTOPHAGY & Treating “mTOR Syndrome.” Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Break the Vicious Cycle of Chronic Inflammation, Part 1
February 10, 2022
An exciting, versatile new supplement: Specialized Pro-Resolving Mediators (SPMs) are compounds that protect the body. Nutritionist Georgia Austin explains how they work: they are a category of compounds that are generated naturally to break the vicious cycle of chronic inflammation. They are derived from EPA and DHA, the omega 3 constituents of fish oil. But under conditions of disease, aging, stress, or nutritional compromise their conversion from EPA and DHA is hampered. Research suggests that supplementation with SPMs can help with many inflammatory disorders. Austin relates her experience applying SPM to a wide variety of conditions; it’s applicable to metabolic syndrome and diabetes, cardiovascular disease, autoimmune disorders like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, respiratory conditions like asthma and COPD, inflammatory bowel disease, neurodegenerative disorders, endometriosis and even fibromyalgia. SPM may also hasten recovery from post-exercise soreness. Can it be taken for general prevention? Is it safe for kids? Are there any contraindications? How much do you need to take? Does taking them obviate the need for fish oil? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Break the Vicious Cycle of Chronic Inflammation, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Nutritionist Georgia Austin about an exciting new, versatile supplement: Specialized Pro-Resolving Mediators (SPMs). Click HERE for part 1.

How to Choose the Right Joint Support Supplement for You, Part 1
February 8, 2022
Aches and pains are universal complaints associated with aging and wear and tear. Are you baffled by the enormous array of products that claim to provide relief? Neil Levin, Senior Nutrition Education Manager and a product formulator for NOW Foods and Protocol for Life Balance, breaks it down in understandable form, and will help you select a quality product to address your concerns. Click HERE for part 2.

How to Choose the Right Joint Support Supplement for You, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Neil Levin, Senior Nutrition Education Manager and a product formulator for NOW Foods and Protocol for Life Balance. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Integrative Eye Health, Part 1
February 3, 2022
Integrative Eye Health with Rudrani Banik, MD. A practicing physician, Dr. Banik is dually trained in ophthalmology and neuro-ophthalmology; she also received specialized training in Functional Medicine. What does “root cause analysis” mean when it comes to eye conditions? What’s the evidence that nutrition is applicable to eye problems? Dr. Banik explains how modern lifestyles contribute to “computer vision syndrome”, nearsightedness, headaches and migraines. What’s the significance of blue light? Are there natural cures for myopia? For cataracts? Dr. Banik shares her pioneering research using an ancient botanical for NAION, a common cause of irreversible vision loss. What’s new in nutritional support for macular degeneration? Glaucoma? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Integrative Eye Health, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his discussion with Rudrani Banik, MD. who is dually trained in ophthalmology and neuro-ophthalmology. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for January 29, Part 1
January 31, 2022
Which is it: Covid Pandemic over by January? Or, devastating 4th wave this winter? German cases soar in portent for US? New Covid “variant of interest” Mu shows potential to evade natural and vaccine immunity; Merck Covid pill receives Emergency Use Authorization, and new Pfizer pill on its way; Mandates—constitutional? Are they coming too late to make a difference as vax resistance remains entrenched and interest shifts to antiviral medications? Whistleblower points to sketchy data in rushed Pfizer vaccine approval process; Plus CBD’s new Reserve Collection may be next big thing in hemp consumables. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Threats to Our Food, Water, Soil and Air, Part 1
January 27, 2022
Dr. Valencia Porter is an expert on environmental toxins. Her new book, "Resilient Health: How to Thrive in Our Toxic World," is a roadmap to identifying threats to our food, water, soil and air, and how to minimize exposure. She discusses “forever chemicals” like Teflon and flame retardants; phthalates; glyphosate; BPA/BPS, organophosphates like chlorpyrifos, and insect repellants like pyrethroids. Conventionally trained as a pediatric neurologist, Dr. Porter has a background in Ayurvedic Medicine, having trained with Deepak Chopra; she discusses how the Doshas (vata/pitta/kapha) provide keys to individualize diet, lifestyle, and herbal treatments, and how Ayurveda’s emphasis on detoxification became the basis for her interest in environmental medicine. Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Threats to Our Food, Water, Soil and Air, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Valencia Porter, an expert on environmental toxins. Click HERE for part 1.