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ENCORE: Heart Disease Early Detection, Part 1
December 27, 2018
Albert Barrette, Managing Director of Inner Imaging in New York City, is a pioneer in diagnostic radiology. He was an early proponent of EBT (Electron Beam Tomography) for early detection of heart disease. What is calcium scoring? Why is it more sensitive than a stress test? Why is it that traditional risk factors (family history, cholesterol, diabetes, hypertension, smoking, obesity, etc.) are poor predictors of heart disease risk? Why do a large percentage of patients who suffer heart attacks have normal cholesterol? And, why, paradoxically, are some patients with multiple risk factors free of coronary calcium? Does a "zero" score on the EBT test guarantee freedom from heart risk? Who should get screened, and at what age? Why don't all doctors recommend this test? Why do only some states mandate insurance reimbursement for it? Do you need a prescription to get a scan? How much radiation does it expose you to? Click HERE for part 2.



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ENCORE: Heart Disease Early Detection, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Albert Barrette, Managing Director of Inner Imaging in New York City, a pioneer in diagnostic radiology. Click HERE for part 1.



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Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
December 26, 2018
CBD inhibits signaling of invasive breast cancer. "Thanks to your advice, I've had great improvement in my symptoms!" "According to my colonoscopy, I have "small pockets". My doctor said to eat more fiber but to avoid seeds, nuts, and my favorite foods." I'm 34-years-old and after taking lamotrigine and oral contraceptives, I have memory and cognitive symptoms, could I have a toxic brain? Can you please elaborate on what endothelial dysfunction is and is it common in those with high cholesterol? Click HERE for part 2.



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Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

I have a calcium score of 25 in my "widow maker" artery, is this due to my high cholesterol? What do you say to the new guideline that it's okay for those 65 and older to have an HgbA1c of 7.1, shouldn't I keep my A1c below 6? What can I take to heal peptic ulcers? Click HERE for part 1.



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Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 15, Part 1
December 17, 2018
The Centennial of the 1918 Flu Pandemic that killed 50-100 million—are we prepared if it reappears? There’s more to gout prevention than avoidance of red meat; Are claims about the health benefits of camel’s milk for real? Surefire holiday party hangover remedies; CV Sciences, maker of Plus CBD oil, wins coveted Best of Industry Award for hemp-derived phytocannabinoids; CBD proves helpful for Crohn’s Disease and ulcerative colitis; Heart disease risk peaks on Christmas Eve. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.



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Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 8, Part 1
December 10, 2018
Only 1 in 8 Americans “metabolically healthy”—are you? The self-test that predicts your risk of dying from heart disease or cancer (HINT: It helps to live in an old NYC brownstone!); Modified citrus pectin for cancer; Canada, where a cholesterol of 7 can make you a ticking time-bomb! A Siberian husky administers an accurate “pet” scan; Kids adopt dangerous sedentary habits as early as six; Vitamin D/schizophrenia link confirmed; Study heralds end of pulling “all-nighters” for exam success. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.



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Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 1, Part 2
December 3, 2018
The unforeseen hazards of robotic surgery; Weightlifting outperforms aerobic exercise for heart protection; Fit septuagenarians are physically comparable to 20 somethings; How to fade “age spots”; The little-known supplement that protects against cognitive decline in diabetes; Dr. Michael Lewis explains why he has added CBD to his arsenal of brain-protective nutrients. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.



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Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
November 21, 2018
Should my 66-year-old sister be concerned about elevated liver enzymes and LDL cholesterol? She eats organic eggs every day; Do gut bacteria make a second home in our brains?; Reduce meat intake to control diabetes? Click HERE for part 2.



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Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for November 17, Part 1
November 19, 2018
Low carb diets shown to be best for losing weight and controlling insulin, appetite; Gluten avoidance—even without celiac disease—improves GI symptoms and promotes weight loss; Correct strategy for addressing dysbiosis with antimicrobials; A caller reports great results with natural strategies for ulcerative colitis for her 18 yr old, but now wants acne advice. Darkness, cold weather, prompt booze cravings; A caller with heart enlargement and mitral valve regurgitation; Natural support for concussions; Pycnogenol for prostate enlargement. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.



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Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for November 17, Part 2

Glyphosate in Roundup disrupts intestinal bacteria, causes anxiety-like behaviors in mice; Results of magnesium study confirm effectiveness of new bio-available formulation; Does the chocolate in puddings, cakes, and mousse still confer health benefits? Diet, supplements for Parkinson’s Disease; Is “Cholestepure” a good supplement for heart disease prevention? Sulforaphane vs. the flu; Is longevity inherited? Therapeutic benefits of hugs. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.



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