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Cancer Screening 2.0: Integrating Functional Medicine with Advanced Detection, Part 1
September 24, 2024
BREAKTHROUGHS IN CANCER DETECTION: New tests promise to revolutionize cancer diagnosis. Dr. Gary Goldman is a board-certified ob-gyn and one of America’s leading Functional Medicine practitioners, and is also a member of the speakers’ bureau for Grail, developer of the Galleri cancer test. What are some of the limitations of current cancer tests like mammography, colonoscopy, PSA, CA-125, PAP smears, and CT scans? What’s the difference between sensitivity and specificity? How does the Galleri test enhance our ability to detect cancers? How was it developed? How accurate is it? Will it lead to overdiagnosis? Why is there controversy over a £140 million NHS trial using Galleri to detect cancer? Can “liquid biopsies” be used to find out whether cancer is recurring before it’s visible on imaging? What about new genetic tests that predict your likelihood of developing cancer? Why the arguments over frequency of colonoscopies, mammograms and PAP smears? Is there a certain age when you can forego them? Is the new colon cancer blood test a good alternative to colonoscopy? Click HERE for part 2.
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Cancer Screening 2.0: Integrating Functional Medicine with Advanced Detection, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Gary Goldman, board-certified ob-gyn and one of America’s leading Functional Medicine practitioners. He's a member of the speakers’ bureau for Grail, developer of the Galleri cancer test. Click HERE for part 1.
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Beyond Cholesterol: Holistic Approaches to Cardiovascular Health, Part 1
September 18, 2024
The Multifaceted Benefits of Aged Garlic Extract: Heart Health Expert Jim LaValle delves into recent studies highlighting how aged garlic extract can aid middle-aged and master athletes by improving VO2 max, reducing oxidative stress, and enhancing recovery times. The conversation also touches on the broader context of cardiovascular health, the roles of magnesium and omega-3s, and the importance of considering multiple factors beyond cholesterol levels to mitigate cardiovascular risks. Jim LaValle emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach including diet, exercise, and specific nutrients to achieve optimal health outcomes. Click HERE for part 2.
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Beyond Cholesterol: Holistic Approaches to Cardiovascular Health, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Jim LaValle, Clinical Pharmacist, Author, Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist, and Heart Health Expert, about the benefits of Aged Garlic Extract. Click HERE for part 1.
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From Peptides to Policy: Tackling Healthcare Challenges with Dr. Rob Verkerk, Part 1
September 17, 2024
Dr. Rob Verkerk is an internationally acclaimed scientist with over 25 years’ experience in the field of agricultural and healthcare sustainability. He’s Founder and Executive & Scientific Director of the Alliance for Natural Health. He provides a deep dive on the importance of natural health solutions and shares insights on the ongoing battle against regulatory challenges and censorship. Dr. Verkerk emphasizes the role of ANH in protecting access to natural therapies and highlights the significant advancements and regulatory threats pertaining to homeopathy, peptides, dietary supplements, bioidentical hormones, CBD and NMN. Furthermore, he details breakthroughs in anti-aging. Will RFK Jr.’s platforming of natural health care in the Presidential campaign make a difference? How COVID missteps have created public disenchantment with mainstream health authorities. How government and social media censorship has throttled down access to truthful information about natural alternatives. Legal initiatives to push back on the regulatory state. Overcoming looming challenges to the natural supplement industry. He also delves into the implications of the recent Supreme Court decision overturning Chevron deference, positioning it as an opportunity to challenge restrictive regulatory practices. Finally, he touches on the necessity of connecting with nature and the role of political movements in reshaping the American healthcare landscape. Click HERE for part 2.
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From Peptides to Policy: Tackling Healthcare Challenges with Dr. Rob Verkerk, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Rob Verkerk, Founder, Executive & Scientific Director of the Alliance for Natural Health International & Alliance for Natural Health USA. Click HERE for part 1.
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The Hidden Risks of Modern Technology: 5G, Cell Phones, and Your Health, Part 1
September 11, 2024
Dr. Devra Davis, Founder, Senior Fellow & President Emerita of the Environmental Health Trust, and author of “Disconnect: A Scientist's Solutions for Safer Technology,” reveals the health risks posed by electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from everyday devices like cell phones, earbuds, and wireless routers. Dr. Davis explains the difference between ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, emphasizing the potential DNA damage caused by non-ionizing radiation found in EMFs. She discusses the outdated safety guidelines, especially the FCC's 27-year-old standards, and the uneven regulations worldwide. The conversation also covers animal studies demonstrating EMF-related health risks, the potential misuse of meta-analysis in studies by organizations like the WHO, and the growing concerns over new technologies such as 5G. Dr. Hoffman and Dr. Davis delve into the suppression of critical information by industries and the need for safer technology practices and regulatory standards. Click HERE for part 2.
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The Hidden Risks of Modern Technology: 5G, Cell Phones, and Your Health, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Devra Davis, author of "Disconnect: A Scientist's Solutions for Safer Technology." Click HERE for part 1.
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Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Postbiotics: Unpacking Gut Health, Part 1
September 10, 2024
Good health starts in your digestive gut also known as the intestinal tract. It is the largest immune system organ of the body containing up to 80% of your body’s immune cells. Naturopathic Practitioner Jane Jansen from the Tree of Life Wellness Center in Massachusetts details the importance of prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics in maintaining gut health and overall well-being. She touches on the impact of COVID-19 on gut microbiota, and a variety of health conditions linked to gut health. The benefits of Dr. Ohhira’s Probiotics are highlighted, along with general advice on improving gut health through diet, exercise, and probiotic supplementation. Click HERE for part 2.
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Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Postbiotics: Unpacking Gut Health, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Naturopathic Practitioner, Jane Jansen of the Tree of Life Wellness Center in Massachusetts. Click HERE for part 1.
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