Expert Interview

Dr. Leo Galland looks back on his predictions for Covid-19 made one year ago here on Intelligent Medicine, Part 1
April 1, 2021
Dr. Leo Galland looks back on his predictions for Covid-19 made one year ago here on Intelligent Medicine at the outset of the pandemic. Much of what he stated then has proven prescient, although he admits surprise at the effectiveness and relative safety of the vaccines. As predicted, the metabolic syndrome has proven to be the most salient risk factor for bad Covid-19 outcomes. Dr. Galland has done extensive research on the role of the microbiome in mediating disease severity; imbalances in intestinal microflora put patients at risk. It’s also possible that long-term perturbations in gut integrity may account for some of the symptoms of Covid-19 “long-haulers”. Dr. Galland details strategies for restoring gut health. He also weighs in on the role that custom-compounded nasal sprays may play in suppressing the virus. Should special supplements be taken to augment vaccine efficacy? What roles for resveratrol, curcumin, elderberry? Find out more by viewing his comprehensive Coronavirus Guidebook. Click HERE for part 2.

Dr. Leo Galland looks back on his predictions for Covid-19 made one year ago here on Intelligent Medicine, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his wide-ranging conversation about Covid-19 one year later with Dr. Leo Galland, a world leader in integrative and functional medicine. Click HERE for part 1.

Protocol for Cardiovascular Health and Heart Disease Prevention, Part 1
March 30, 2021
Managing the various aspects of cardiovascular disease is an important part of reducing your odds of a future heart attack or stroke. Jim LaValle, R.Ph., C.C.N. M.T. DHM, DHPh., internationally recognized Heart and Immune Health Expert with over 35 years of clinical experience, breaks down the science of how Aged Garlic Extract (AGE) helps support better cardiovascular health in four important and well-known areas: atherosclerosis, blood pressure, cholesterol, and circulation. Click HERE for part 2.

Protocol for Cardiovascular Health and Heart Disease Prevention, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with James B. LaValle, R.Ph., C.C.N. M.T. DHM, DHPh., internationally recognized Heart and Immune Health Expert with over 35 years of clinical experience. He is a clinical pharmacist, author, and board-certified clinical nutritionist. Click HERE for part 1.

Goldilocks Immunity, Part 1
March 25, 2021
The immune system is complicated, but its mission is simple: protect you from infections and other foreign invaders. But these days the global immune system is under unprecedented assault. It lacks proper nourishment and it decreases in efficiency with age. For 20 years Dr. Stephen Schmitz has worked in pharmaceutical drug safety and dietary supplement safety, helping companies meet FDA requirements. He details the new supplements CV Acute and CV Defense, a two-pronged approach that provides novel combinations of ingredients tested in clinical studies that can help support your immune system; they may be useful in anyone’s diet and help you feel more immuno-confident. Click HERE for part 2.

Goldilocks Immunity, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Stephen Schmitz, MD, MPH, a family physician and co-founder of Supplement Safety Solutions which monitors the safety of products made by CV Sciences. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Making Sense of Mental Illness, Part 1
March 4, 2021
In this exciting podcast, Dr. Randolph Nesse, a pioneer in evolutionary psychiatry, discusses his new book "Good Reasons for Bad Feelings." Nature doesn’t care whether we feel bad—our emotions are shaped by natural selection to maximize the survival of the species. But there’s a mismatch between our ancient emotional wiring and the circumstances of modern life. What’s the purpose of emotions? Is anxiety natural? What’s the evolutionary benefit of depression? Why do schizophrenia, autism and bipolar disorder persist when they’re so harmful to sufferers? Why is addiction so prevalent? Are we really in the throes of a modern epidemic of childhood mental disorders? Are we over-diagnosing and treating mental conditions that are a natural consequence of our wiring? What’s the take-home message of evolutionary psychiatry for patients and clinicians? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Making Sense of Mental Illness, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Randolph Nesse, a pioneer in evolutionary psychiatry, about his new book, "Good Reasons for Bad Feelings: Insights from the Frontier of Evolutionary Psychiatry." Click HERE for part 1.

Oral and Respiratory Hygiene for the Prevention of Viral Infections, Part 1
March 2, 2021
While the nose is where 90% of infections enter the body...the mouth is the number two spot where infection enters. There is a correlation between oral care and systemic health. Alzheimer’s, heart disease, diabetes, and even Covid...all are higher in people that have poor oral hygiene. Nathan Jones, CEO and Founder of Xlear, Inc., the xylitol-product-based company, explains the reason for this is that poor oral hygiene leads to inflammation and, when the mouth is inflamed, more bacteria and viruses pass through the tissue and get into the bloodstream. Studies show that xylitol blocks both bacterial and viral adhesion. For 50 yrs we have known that xylitol prevents tooth decay but now on top of that, we understand how it also helps with our current health crisis. BREAKING NEWS: Government of Dominican Republic authorizes new study of Xlear for prevention of viral infections; Research demonstrates periodontal disease dramatically increases risk of serious Covid outcomes; Major journal calls for research on virucidal strategies for nasal passages; Capsaicin from chili eases sinus symptoms; How respiratory hygiene can counteract inhaled subway air contaminants; Obstacles to communicating truthful, practical science-based health information. Click HERE for part 2.

Oral and Respiratory Hygiene for the Prevention of Viral Infections, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Nathan Jones, CEO and Founder of Xlear, Inc., the xylitol-product-based company that provides a revolutionary all-natural approach to upper respiratory and oral health. Click HERE for part 1.