Immunity

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 21, Part 2: Covid-19
March 23, 2020
10 percent of patients are infected by asymptomatic “silent spreaders”; How long does virus live on inanimate surfaces? A possible melatonin connection; Are we over-reacting and risking crashing the economy? The politicization of Coronavirus; Sunlight is the best disinfectant; IV vitamin C; Nutraceuticals for Coronavirus—vitamins A, C, and D, NAC, astragalus, oregano, elderberry, beta-glucans, medicinal mushrooms, probiotics. Can over-stimulating the immune system trigger “cytokine storm”? The ACE connection and blood pressure drugs; Plaquenil and Azithromycin combo—a possible cure? Is ibuprofen a non-no for fever control? Immune supplement shortage; The predicament of patients with OCD and anxiety disorders; The nitric oxide connection; Is vaping causing an unexpected spike in Millennials with serious Covid-19 symptoms? When will it end? Click HERE for part 1.

SPECIAL EPISODE: Covid-19 Urgent Call to Action, Part 1
March 22, 2020
Covid-19 cases are increasing rapidly in the U.S. and today’s guest, Dr. Leo Galland, issues an urgent call-to-action to not underestimate its destructive potential. Dr. Galland is a pioneer of integrative medicine and author of several books including Super-Immunity for Kids and The Allergy Solution. He brings his extensive experience and knowledge of complementary modalities to bear on the Coronavirus crisis. He warns that the virus has the potential to affect the majority of Americans by mid-May. While many will experience mild to moderate symptoms, the death toll may rise to the millions. He explains that it’s not enough to assume that most of the immune-supportive supplements that have helped us weather ordinary colds and flus will be applicable to the Coronavirus; his careful study of its characteristics suggests a tailored approach. What about vitamin D, zinc and selenium? Why probiotics might confer protection; oregano, quercetin, resveratrol, elderberry, NAC, ginseng, Andrographis, mushroom extracts, and traditional Chinese herbs? High-dose IV vitamin C? Can too much immune stimulation result in dread “cytokine storm”? What about the melatonin connection? Are certain antihypertensive drugs beneficial—or harmful? Is it true you should avoid ibuprofen? Will the combo of hydroxychloroquine plus azithromycin yield the breakthrough we’ve been looking for? Click HERE for part 2.

SPECIAL EPISODE: Covid-19 Urgent Call to Action, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Leo Galland who has issued an urgent call-to-action not to underestimate the destructive potential of Covid-19. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: High-Dose IV Vitamin C for Cancer, Infections, and Cardiovascular Disease, Part 1
March 19, 2020
With its relevance to bolstering our immune defenses against the Coronavirus, we're reprising this episode about IV Vitamin C. The enormous potential of intravenous vitamin C: Dr. Jeanne Drisko, veteran integrative medicine practitioner and academic researcher, discusses the benefits of high-dose IV vitamin C for cancer, infections, and cardiovascular disease. What does the research show? Why has mainstream medicine been so hesitant to embrace this therapy? What are some of the factors that are limiting the availability and driving up the cost of IV drips? Natural medicine is becoming increasingly popular; Dr. Drisko tells us what she likes—and doesn’t like—about current trends, and what’s really needed to fundamentally transform the health of Americans. Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: High-Dose IV Vitamin C for Cancer, Infections, and Cardiovascular Disease, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Jeanne Drisko, veteran integrative medicine practitioner and academic researcher. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Immunity, Part 1
March 17, 2020
Thomas Guilliams, Ph.D., author of "Supporting Immune Function: A Lifestyle and Nutrition Approach," weighs in on lifestyle factors that influence immunity: sleep, stress, diet, and exercise. He also enumerates herbs, probiotics, vitamins and minerals that target the immune system--from Astragalus to zinc. What to take for a cold? Can too many "immune boosters" be harmful? Can nutrients boost the efficacy of vaccines? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Immunity, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Thomas Guilliams, Ph.D., author of "Supporting Immune Function: A Lifestyle and Nutrition Approach." Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE–Clinical Focus: Immunity, Part 1
March 12, 2020
This episode was produced during previous viral outbreaks, prior to Coronavirus. But the same principals apply to all viral infections. With viral epidemics like Ebola and enterovirus d68 raging unchecked, we’re naturally thinking about how to protect ourselves. How can we support immunity? Fortunately, there are ways. What lifestyle factors impact immunity? What is psychoneuroimmunology? What aspects of modern life create a drag on our immunity? The do’s and don’t for optimal immune functioning. Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE–Clinical Focus: Immunity, Part 2

Specific nutraceuticals, vitamins and minerals that provide natural support for immunity. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Coronavirus, Seniors and Those with Asthma
March 11, 2020
Update on Coronavirus; What would you specifically recommend for seniors and those with asthma with regard to Coronavirus? Click HERE for part 2.