Ketogenic Diet

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 10, Part 2
February 12, 2018
If you’re told to stop your blood thinners for a dental procedure, does that mean you have to stop supplements? Is fish oil a no-no before surgery? Nicotinamide riboside (Niacel®️) shown to slow brain deterioration in a mouse model of Alzheimer’s—human trials to follow; Natural treatments for uveitis; Life expectancy in the U.S. takes a nosedive and now lags behind other developed countries; Can shocks to the brain reboot memory? Oral contraceptives boost breast cancer risk, but lower risk for others; Popular crash diets pose heart danger; Halle Berry embraces Keto diet for her diabetes, cites anti-aging benefits; Diet, supplements for psoriatic arthritis. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for January 20, Part 2
January 22, 2018
A surefire technique to dramatically reduce flu transmission—far superior to vaccines! What’s the value of the ketogenic diet for Parkinson’s Disease? Food stamps don’t improve the health of recipients—but this new pilot program may remedy that; Apples and tomatoes help repair lungs of smokers; C-section babies 5 times more likely to suffer from allergies; Half of patients with atherosclerosis have no known risk factors; Olive oil, butter, coconut oil face off for title of heart-healthiest; Green tea vs. liver cancer. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
January 10, 2018
What is the right dose of vitamin K to take, will 100 mcg twice daily suffice? What effect will a ketogenic diet have on a 2 cm cyst on my left kidney? Consumer Reports says green tea extract harms the liver, is this true? I have an ulcer on my foot that won't heal, any suggestions? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 9, Part 1
December 11, 2017
46 million Americans headed to Alzheimer’s Disease; Canola oil implicated in cognitive decline; How safe is it for pregnant women to take the TDAP vaccine? Does the high fat content of the ketogenic diet make it unsafe? Whole eggs (with yolks) outperform egg whites for muscle-building; Is the low-fat DASH diet best for hypertension? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Treating Cancer with a Ketogenic Diet, Part 1
October 31, 2017
In her new book, "Keto for Cancer," nutrition advocate Miriam Kalamian details the rationale for treating cancer with a ketogenic diet. Based on research by Nobel Prize winner Dr. Otto Warburg nearly 100 years ago, new studies are vindicating the view that sugar is a cancer promoter. The ultra low-carb ketogenic diet targets the metabolic basis of most cancers. It’s not a panacea, but combined with innovative techniques, it can extend life and improve quality of life. Kalamian details her experience with her son, diagnosed with brain cancer, which spurred her interest in the ketogenic diet. What’s left to eat? What’s a typical meal? Is too much protein a stumbling block? Can intermittent fasting and caloric restriction confer some of the benefits of the ketogenic diet? How do dieters check whether they’re achieving ketosis? Is it inadvisable for some conditions? How to cope with carb withdrawal? Additional applications include diabetes, weight loss, Metabolic Syndrome, cardiovascular disease, and polycystic ovarian syndrome, as well as neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s Disease. Click HERE for part 2.

Treating Cancer with a Ketogenic Diet, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with nutrition advocate Miriam Kalamian, author of "Keto for Cancer." Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A With Leyla, Part 1
September 13, 2017
Ketogenic diet found helpful for health and longevity in rodent study. What supplements can mitigate the negative side effects of prednisone, do I taper it too? Where is the best place to store supplements in your home, does it depend on the type of supplement? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for September 9, Part 2
September 9, 2017
Which is better--krill oil or fish oil? Fossil evidence suggests Neanderthals may have practiced herbal medicine; When osteoporosis doesn't seem to be getting better with supplements; A caller who has suddenly developed allergies to beef, pork, and lamb; Journal of the American Medical Association issues clarion call for more nutrition training for health professionals, more use of diet counseling in practice; Silicon Valley moguls, Mick Jagger are using them: intermittent fasting and the ketogenic diet for memory, energy, and life extension. Mom delivers "the milk of human kindness" to displaced Houston families. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for July 22, Part 1
July 24, 2017
A healthy lifestyle increases life expectancy by seven years or more; John McCain might increase his survival chances by tapping ketogenic diet, hyperbaric oxygen; A diabetic needs help with eye and vein problems; How a burger and a Coke could get you into serious trouble; Tabloid reports on pregnancy benefits of Omega 3s--then tells women to avoid supplements! How to choose among overwhelming supplement options. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 10, Part 2
June 12, 2017
High-fructose corn syrup has been quietly, deceitfully renamed; Probiotics reduce body fat in overweight children; What happens when the gel in your eyeball dries up and pulls on the retina? Treatment for vestibular migraines; Exercise improves the microbiome; Ketogenic diet for Parkinson's Disease; Natural solutions for garlic breath; Mom's intake of DHA during pregnancy improves attention in 5 yr olds; Dark chocolate and fish oil improve skeletal muscle function; Pessimism is a distinct risk factor for coronary heart disease; Fish oil can be safely used with Coumadin without bleeding risks. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.