Magnesium

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Gut Bacteria and Cholesterol
October 3, 2024
Food company executive commits cannibalism; New face mask can diagnose respiratory viruses; Study identifies gut bacteria that regulate cholesterol; Does functional medicine offer any appreciable help in patients with eosinophilic esophagitis?; What do you think of magnesium spray versus taking an oral magnesium supplement? Click HERE for part 2.

Leyla Weighs In: Is Your Medication Depleting Your Magnesium?
August 23, 2024
Registered dietitian nutritionist Leyla Muedin “weighs In” on the widespread issue of magnesium deficiency. Highlighting important findings from the New England Journal of Medicine and Holistic Primary Care, Leyla focuses on the impact of common medications, like diuretics and proton pump inhibitors, which can cause significant magnesium depletion. She emphasizes the importance of magnesium in over 300 biochemical functions in the body, its role in heart health, and the associated risks of deficiency, including cardiovascular, metabolic, and neurological problems. The episode also covers causes, symptoms, and treatment guidelines for magnesium deficiency, stressing the need for improved detection and supplementation practices among those at risk.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Varicose Veins
May 2, 2024
Use of magnesium in Crohn's disease; Study: Association of habitual alcohol intake with risk of cardiovascular disease; If one is taking vitamin C, is a collagen supplement for the skin superfluous?; Is there a good treatment for varicose veins? Click HERE for part 1.

Unraveling Magnesium’s Vital Role in Your Health with Patrick Sullivan, Part 1
April 23, 2024
Have you ever thought about the silent orchestrator of our body's symphony, magnesium? Together with Patrick Sullivan Jr., co-founder & CEO of Jigsaw Health, we uncover the important influence of magnesium on countless biochemical processes and overall health. From the critical balance of magnesium and calcium for strong bones to the vital role it plays in muscle and nerve function, we shed light on the importance of maintaining optimal mineral levels. We debunk common misconceptions and reveal why magnesium, often overshadowed by calcium, is just as indispensable for our well-being. Blood pressure and heart health enthusiasts, take note: our discussion dives into the lesser-known cardiovascular benefits of magnesium. We also dissect the mineral's role as a natural vasodilator and how certain medications can tip the scales against magnesium, affecting conditions from asthma to osteoporosis. Plus, we don't shy away from addressing lifestyle choices that can deplete magnesium levels, giving you the complete picture of how to maintain a heart-healthy balance. Moreover, we tackle the common hurdles in diagnosing magnesium deficiency and how a clinical approach may offer the most accurate assessment. Click HERE for part 2.

Unraveling Magnesium’s Vital Role in Your Health with Patrick Sullivan, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Patrick Sullivan Jr., co-founder & CEO of Jigsaw Health, the creators of MagSRT, America’s #1 time release magnesium. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Statin Use
March 21, 2024
Study: Scans for coronary artery plaque should determine statin use; Is there a limit to how much turmeric I can take every day? Are there any other supplements to complement it?; If your cells are damaged and they can be repaired, does that equate to better health?; My wife has been taking 5,000 IU of vitamin D for the past 2 years but her levels are still low; Where is the integrity in Covid vaccine clinical trials?; Do you still recommend Jigsaw Magnesium with SRT?; My mother is nearly 80 years old and would benefit from supplements. Any recommendations?; I read a report that zinc picolinate may cause liver damage but how do I know it's true when they didn't cite any research? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for April 1, Part 2: Keto Matzoh Balls?
April 3, 2023
Keto matzoh balls for Passover? The final verdict on the health impact of alcohol; Is a vitamin D of 81 too high? Can episodes of high blood pressure be linked to GERD? Vitamin D vs. diabetes; Magnesium vs. cognitive decline; Blueberry polyphenols for vascular health; Curcumin vs. atherosclerosis; Can you catch a UTI from contaminated meat? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for November 5, Part 1: Why insulin may not be ideal for Type 2 diabetics.
November 7, 2022
EAT Lancet plant-based diet fails real-world test; Why insulin may not be ideal for Type 2 diabetics; Cystic breasts; Prolia for osteoporosis; Congratulating Dr. Garth Nicolson for his cover story about lipid replacement therapy in the Townsend Letter; Pulse oximeters may yield inaccurate results in dark-skinned individuals; Hard water delivers calcium and magnesium that may lower stroke risk; Intravenous magnesium restores normal heart rhythm in atrial fibrillation. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Magnesium
October 26, 2022
Is "Eat Less Red Meat" bad advice?; Are there any supplements helpful for preventing ALS?; Please discuss the pros and cons of magnesium; What supplements do you recommend for Barrett's Esophagus? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for October 22, Part 2: Is cancer just a fungal infection?
October 24, 2022
Is exercise an antidote to anxiety? Is cancer just a fungal infection? Spermidine, CBD for Long Covid? Five hours or less of sleep per night dramatically hikes risk of disease, death; The 7-day magnesium cure for depression. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.