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Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for January 16, Part 1
January 18, 2021
Nets’ Kyrie Irving Covid-19 bubble violation prompts huge $ penalty; Pandemic takes a toll on hearts; Does a more virulent form of coronavirus loom? Are non-vacuum sealed probiotics worthless? Kiwi scores vs. constipation—and restores vital intestinal bacteria; How sick you get from Covid-19 may depend on what shape your microbiome’s in; Do you need a vaccine if you’re planning on elective surgery? Mediterranean diet forestalls Parkinson’s—but is it really the ultimate nutrition plan? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.



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Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Osteoporosis
December 16, 2020
Should a 24-year-old woman take Ocrevus for multiple sclerosis? She's newly diagnosed; How much calcium should you take per day if you have severe osteoporosis?; I take 3 types of Biotics Research Vitamins. Should I be taking others too?; Is it possible to get an analysis of the quality of the microbiome using a stool sample? Where would I find this type of test? Click HERE for part 1.



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Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Is it possible to catch Covid from someone who is newly vaccinated?
December 9, 2020
In your opinion, is organic virgin olive oil better than non-organic olive oil?; My husband has diabetes and high blood pressure despite eating correctly and exercising. What else can he do--is it his genes?; Is it possible to catch covid from someone who is newly vaccinated?; Study reveals connection between gut bacteria and vitamin D levels. Click HERE for part 1.



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Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Melatonin and COVID-19
November 25, 2020
Happy Thanksgiving!; Study: Glyphosate may affect human microbiota; What do you think of desiccated liver for athletic endurance?; What do you think of the potential of melatonin in treating Covid-19? Click HERE for part 2.



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Postbiotics: The New Frontier in Microbiome Science, Part 1
November 24, 2020
Why it is important for your PROBIOTICS to contain POSTBIOTICS? Health Expert and Master Educator, Dr. Ross Pelton, R.Ph, CCN is a pharmacist, clinical nutritionist, health educator, and Scientific Director for Essential Formulas, Inc. He explains that postbiotic metabolites are now understood to be some of the most important health-regulating compounds in the body. Some of their powerful benefits include: anti-inflammatory activity, regulation of the immune system, gut-brain communication, and much more. Check out his article: "Postbiotic Metabolites: The New Frontier in Microbiome Science." Dr. Pelton also discusses the important benefits of glutathione and has this article: "Lactobacillus Fermentum ME-3: A New Era in Glutathione Therapy." Also, here is a free copy of his Quick Reference Guide to Drug-Induced Nutrient Depletions. Click HERE for part 2.



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Postbiotics: The New Frontier in Microbiome Science, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Ross Pelton, R.Ph, CCN, pharmacist, clinical nutritionist, health educator, and Scientific Director for Essential Formulas, Inc. Click HERE for part 1.



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Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Obesity and COVID-19 Risk
November 18, 2020
Study: Link between obesity and Covid-19 risk; My SIBO symptoms returned 2 months after taking botanical therapies. Could that be due to the changes in intestinal flora?; Can SIBO be caused by a malfunction of the Migratory Motor Complex?; Am I breaking my Intermittent Fasting by taking Synthroid every morning?; My wife is taking Strontium for osteoporosis. What else would you advise? Click HERE for part 2.



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Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Metformin Linked to Cancer?
November 11, 2020
Which probiotics are effective after a colonoscopy or a round of antibiotics? What about for diarrhea?; I'm taking metformin for my type 2 diabetes but I just found out it's linked to cancer. What other options do I have?; My husband's doctor wants to put him on a statin. I say NO. Click HERE for part 1.



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Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for November 7, Part 2
November 9, 2020
Is aspirin a low-cost solution for COVID-19? Aspirin for cardiovascular prevention is not for everyone; Does a 70-year-old man with an HDL of 85 need a statin? A centuries-old drug, colchicine, may prevent heart attacks; Seasonal depression may strike harder amid pandemic; How do you know if you have the coronavirus? Can you really predict weather changes with your sore joints? Social isolation—exacerbated by lockdowns—may hike women’s risk for hypertension; High-sugar diets can damage the gut, triggering colitis; Is a vitamin D level of 106 too high? Can exercise account for high liver function test results? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.



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Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Joint Replacement Surgery
November 4, 2020
Study: High-sugar diet can damage the gut, intensifying risk for colitis; Policosanol or Pycnogenol for claudication?; What supplements are good for recovering from joint replacement surgery?; I was hit by a drunk driver and have two broken ankles--one was a compound fracture. How can I enhance healing? Click HERE for part 2.



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