Fish Oil

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 1, Part 1
December 3, 2018
The decline of the Romaine Empire—Lettuce not panic! Cod liver oil facts; Does egg consumption promote prostate cancer? The Heidelberg capsule test for measuring digestive efficiency; Rampant energy drink use in U.S. military personnel ups risk of mental problems. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for November 24, Part 1
November 26, 2018
Night-time wake up pays off for a Dodgers fan; Organic food consumption lowers cancer risk; Dozens more breakfast foods test positive for weed-killer; Nutritional support for kidney failure; What’s the verdict on coconut oil? Guest contributor Jolie Root weighs in on latest fish oil studies—double standard? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

A Deep-Dive on Fish Oil, Part 1
November 13, 2018
“It’s time to rethink fish oil”—so say recent press articles that downplay the efficacy of Omega-3 supplements. Jolie Root, RN, Medical Educator for Carlson Laboratories, and host of the “Food for Thought” radio show, offers a balanced perspective on the findings of fish oil research—with over 35,000 publications as of 2018. What’s wrong with the recent “ASCEND” Study that erroneously purports to demonstrate that fish oil offers no benefit to diabetics? Is Krill oil a superior delivery system for Omega-3s? What about flax oil? What options are available for vegetarians? What benefits of fish oil for immunity? For prenatal nutrition? For neurodegenerative diseases? Is it true that fish oil must be avoided if you’re contemplating surgery or taking blood thinners? Click HERE for part 2.

A Deep-Dive on Fish Oil, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Jolie Root, RN, Medical Educator for Carlson Laboratories, and host of the “Food for Thought” radio show, who offers a balanced perspective on the findings of fish oil research. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
October 24, 2018
Latest study claims fish oil not beneficial for diabetes—Really??; What can I do about one-sided hearing loss? Many doctors are saying that it cannot be cured; A friend was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer and was told that his therapy will commence with him receiving estrogen. Does that make sense?; Is there any benefit to raising urine pH by taking a teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate each day?; Is a nitric oxide supplement counterproductive on my varicose veins, since dilation is the key here? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
October 17, 2018
I want to take CBD for insomnia but how do I know the right dose for me? I've been diagnosed with atrial fib/flutter and my doctor prescribed Eliquis, can I take garlic instead? My friend was diagnosed with achalasia, what would you offer a patient with this disorder? What do you think of krill oil vs. fish oil? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for September 29, Part 1
October 1, 2018
Medical journals and press pan fish oil supplements—but change their tune now that it’s offered as a lucrative drug; Surgery may be unnecessary for appendicitis; Fibromyalgia shown to be an inflammatory disease of the brain; Risk of neurodegenerative disease 1 in 3 for men, 1 in 2 for women; Neurothera by Klaire for “neuro-nutrition.” Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
August 1, 2018
Is Lithium Orotate actually beneficial for the brain? Is there any research indicating that flaxseed either inhibits or enhances thyroid function? "I've been taking fish oil for several years. Do I need to stop?" "Can my son ever recover from the side effects of taking Propecia for hair loss?" Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for July 28, Part 1
July 30, 2018
Vitamins don't work? How about folic acid promoting healthy brain volume in kids? And fish oil reducing disruptive behavior in adolescents? How to heal from a spinal compression fracture; Retinopathy due to diabetes; Fibroadenoma of the breast--is it cancer? How to gain weight on a low-carb diet; Curcumin eye drops for glaucoma; Your SPF 50 sunscreen may deliver only SPF 20 protection. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
July 18, 2018
Critique of "The Omega Principle," a new book that knocks fish oils supplements. "I gained weight during my cancer treatment but I wonder if Wellbutrin isn't to blame?" "What is your take on the alleged connection between ED drugs like Viagra and melanoma?" Click HERE for part 2.