Intelligent Medicine Radio Show

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 24, Part 1
March 26, 2018
The lesser of two evils: MRI with gadolinium vs. CT scan with contrast? “MIND” diet may slow cognitive decline in stroke survivors; Lifestyle interventions slow progression to Alzheimer’s even in high-risk ApoE4 carriers; Curcumin improves memory and mood; What are the possible causes of swelling in legs? A caller with Waldentrom’s macroglobulinemia; Is GDF11 a veritable “Fountain of Youth” protein? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 24, Part 2

Colonoscopy may trigger appendicitis; A caller with Sjogren’s antibodies seeks answers; Are there natural alternatives for spastic torticollis? Dispelling the myth that fish oil causes prostate cancer; Fiber—but only certain kinds—counters obesity and metabolic syndrome; Cycling exonerated as cause of erectile dysfunction; What’s the deal with those vibrating platforms said to reverse osteoporosis? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 17, Part 1
March 19, 2018
Cholesterol is important for the brain: Seniors with high cholesterol avoid cognitive decline, and eating more cholesterol might slow MS progression; Natural blood thinners—are they safe and effective? A listener concerned about increased cholesterol and arterial calcium—should she take a statin? Natural support for immunity with Kyo-Green and Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract Immune Formula 103. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 17, Part 2

A caller worried about kidney function seeks natural alternatives to NSAIDs for joint pain; L-Arginine vs. pre-eclampsia and major depression; Rx for fungal toenail leaves patient stuck with $1500 pharmacy bill; Oral vs. topical bio-identical hormone replacement; Screening rectal exams found ineffective; New gout drug raises safety issues. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 10, Part 1
March 12, 2018
What FDA’s new labeling changes mean for your groceries and your supplements; A caller with two broken legs seeks advice on supplements to promote healing; Is “Superbeets” OK for a Type 2 diabetic? Supplements for sarcoidosis; An ingenious solution to the problem of “food deserts”; How exercise in old age can boost immunity; Supplements for osteoporosis. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 10, Part 2

Is it a problem if someone has an inordinate craving for salt if they’re otherwise healthy? Is my dermatologist right in telling me that I take too many supplements? Can leucine stave of sarcopenia in senior women? What’s the story on the new shingles vaccine? How having children might shorten your telomeres; Air pollution linked to brain alteration that might affect children’s IQ and behavior; Authors of America’s premier medical textbook fail to disclose BigPharma payoffs; Over 3/4 million annual cancer cases worldwide are attributable to overweight and Type 2 diabetes. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 3, Part 1
March 5, 2018
Should you take vitamin C to “bowel tolerance” to fight colds and flu? IV vitamin C breakthrough—it receives approval from FDA after 11 years in regulatory limbo; Vitamin D vs. upper respiratory infections, menstrual irregularities, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS); Magnesium deficiency may hamper vitamin D effectiveness; Greener neighborhoods promote kids’ brain development; Pregnant moms can allergy-proof their children by taking fish oil and probiotic supplements; Dietary polyphenols alleviate fibromyalgia distress. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 3, Part 2

Natural approaches for anxiety; Poor diet in early life may up risk for celiac disease; Gluten-free diet helps quell neuropathy pain; Essential fatty acids for dry eye; Eating nuts slashes colon cancer recurrences; Healthy diet curbs depression; Ketogenic diet for schizophrenia; Are natural, organic cigarettes really healthier? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 24, Part 1
February 26, 2018
The flu shot: It doesn’t really work, but they tell you to take it anyway; Latest study of low-carb vs. low-fat diet doesn’t prove anything; Can a DNA test tell you what diet is best for you? Is it true that caffeinated drinks and foods promote fibrocystic breast disease? A caller needs help with rising blood pressure and blood sugar; Tamiflu horror stories flood internet. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 24, Part 2

Our #1 flu drug is an epic-fail; Which natural alternatives offer flu protection? Caller looks for alternatives to allergy medication that is making her husband drowsy; What are plant sterols? Anti-bacterial wipes won’t keep you safe; Yoga counters metabolic syndrome, inflammation. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.