Intelligent Medicine Radio Show

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio for November 30, Part 1: The War Against Keto
December 2, 2024
The War Against Keto: Maryland health czar scuttles trial of keto diet for schizophrenia—as keto scores vs. Alzheimer’s; Should we be worried about high-oxalate foods? What are alternatives to whey protein for muscle support? The crucial roles of phospholipids in aging and lifespan regulation—plasma membrane damage triggers senescence; Autoimmune B12 deficiency—why aren’t doctors more attuned to it? Holding off on treatment for early prostate cancer yields outcomes comparable to radiation, surgery, hormone blockers; Internet addiction changes teens’ brains; Can’t walk away from low back pain? Eye exercises found useless for reversing near-sightedness. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio for November 30, Part 2: Low Blood Sodium?

High-sulforaphane broccoli soup vs. osteoarthritis; How much water/liquids should one consume in a day? What’s the meaning of a low blood sodium? The latest food craze—colostrum tarts; Under revised guidelines, 20 million fewer Americans might not need statins; Researchers pinpoint olive oil component that slashes appetite, reverses obesity, improves blood sugar; The brouhaha about xylitol. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for November 23, Part 1: IV Vitamin C V. Cancer
November 25, 2024
How to think about RFK Jr.’s nomination to head HHS; Supplement industry insiders embrace anticipated FDA reforms; How indicative is LDL cholesterol of heart attack or stroke risk? IV vitamin C notches impressive gains against advanced cancers; NT Factor for immune support. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for November 23, Part 2: Dry Mouth

How regular exercise counters age-related immune decline; When dry mouth is due to a drug side effect; Fish oil wards off heart disease and fitness forestalls dementia—even in individuals with high-risk genes; Covid vaccine uptake wanes despite ad campaigns; Prescriptions of new weight loss drugs soar—in kids! An explanation for weight rebound—adipose cells remember to hoard fat despite weight loss; How can you tell if you have fatty liver disease? Metformin even if you don’t have diabetes? A second opinion on statins. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for November 16, Part 1: PTSD
November 18, 2024
Analysis paralysis: Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee whiffs on ultra-processed food; Adding collagen to whey protein adds muscle boost; New approaches to Parkinson’s Disease diagnosis; Exercise scores brain benefits for movement disorders; Hyperbaric oxygen shows promise for PTSD; You’ll never guess why Costco recalled 80,000 pounds of butter; Bicyclist hit by ambulance billed for ride to hospital. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for November 16, Part 2: Natural Solutions for Arthritis

Urolithin A—How effective is it for energy? Magnesium and calcium deficiencies linked to cognitive decline in seniors; Natural solutions for arthritis; Pandemic surge in alcohol use persists; Does nutrition education make a dent on kids’ eating habits? Cordyceps shows promise against cancer; Pros and cons of liposomal supplements; Questioning routine use of beta-blockers for heart attack survivors. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for November 9, Part 1: Nocturnal Leg Cramps
November 11, 2024
A historical anomaly offers an opportunity to study the impact of limiting sugar in early life; High blood sugar robs brain power even if you’re not diabetic; Vitamin K2 vs. nocturnal leg cramps; Microplastics accelerate aging; What level of vitamin D is considered “toxic”? The remarkable benefits of urolithin A (Mitopure). Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for November 9, Part 2: Timing of Supplements

Obesity newly designated a “disease”—does this mean normal weight people will be subsidizing pricey weight loss drugs via taxes or insurance premiums? Nanoplastics reduce effectiveness of antibiotics; Melatonin vs. osteoporosis; Omega-3s vs. cancer; Can eye drops dissolve cataracts? Timing of supplements; If you’re feeling normal but your urinalysis indicates there may be infection; Flavonoid-rich diet alleviates fatty liver. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for November 2, Part 1: Aging Spurts
November 4, 2024
High LDL cholesterol doesn’t always translate to arterial plaque; Intractable hiccups—what to do? Do changes of season affect moral judgment? Aging spurts--they’re a thing! The surprising reason dozens were sickened by pizza in Wisconsin; Calming effects of lavender are real. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for November 2, Part 2: Laughter Therapy

New warning over side effects of weight loss drugs; “Keto” LMNT electrolyte drink found to contain undisclosed amounts of unwanted additive maltodextrin; Vitamin D linked to improved Hodgkin’s lymphoma survival; Do we really need collagen supplements when the body already makes it? How laughter therapy alleviates dry eye syndrome; Difference in blood pressure readings between arms—could it signal danger? Majority of seniors treated in federal health centers show cognitive impairment; Statins vs. natural therapy for cardiovascular prevention. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.