Microbiome

Leyla Weighs In: Shaping our Microbiome
October 16, 2020
How our connection to the natural world, or lack of it, may shape our microbiome.

ENCORE: The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach—literally! Part 1
October 15, 2020
Dr. Lee Ann Chen, gastroenterologist and microbiome researcher at NYU Langone Medical Center, explains how our gut bacteria may shape cardiovascular risk. Can antibiotics make us fat? How do low levels of antibiotics in foods or water contribute to obesity? Why is “diversity” a good thing—not just for society but for our guts? Can designer probiotics lower LDL cholesterol? Do harmful intestinal bugs promote inflammation and raise C-reactive protein, a known cardio risk factor? What’s TMAO, and how do our gut bacteria modulate its effect on atherosclerosis? Are functional probiotics to prevent or treat diseases ready for prime time? What diet changes promote a healthy microbiome? Do exercise and stress reduction play a role? What’s the latest on FMT—fecal microbiota transfer? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach—literally! Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Lee Ann Chen, gastroenterologist and microbiome researcher at NYU Langone Medical Center. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: The Best Type of Pillow
October 14, 2020
What is the difference between glycine, di-methyl-glycine, and tri-methyl-glycine? What are they used for?; What is the best type of pillow to use for someone with allergies, asthma, and chemical sensitivities?; On the back of my zinc lozenge supplement, it states "not intended for extended use." Why?; Thank you for your article on GERD. Which DGL supplement do you recommend?; Suffering with IBS-D? Bimuno may bring relief; Study: Effects of galacto-oligosaccharide prebiotics on cortisol response and emotional bias; Isn't Zantac a cancer-causing drug? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: What is the correct dose to take of vitamins C and D to boost immunity?
October 8, 2020
What is the correct dose to take of vitamins C and D to boost immunity?; I got a tick bite on the head and now have psoriasis. How do I get rid of it?; What do you think of Xolair for seasonal asthma?; Irritable Bowel Syndrome and treatment with probiotics. lick HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Coconut Yogurt!
September 30, 2020
All about coconut yogurt!; Tell me how you would eat if you were an ethical vegetarian. Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Tour De France in the Time of COVID-19
September 2, 2020
Tour De France in the time of COVID-19; Study: Fungi in the gut may damage the brain; I've been taking SPM for several months for joint pain. Do I still need to take fish oil? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: CT Cardiac Scoring

My doctor told me not to take Berberine long term because it acts like an antibiotic. Will it mess up my microbiome?; Is the CT cardiac scoring test the same as an EBT heart scan?; My cardiac calcium score is 33. Why is it concentrated in only one artery?; What is the maximum amount of calcium I should take every day? Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: A Conversation with the “Poop/Worm Doctor,” Part 1
September 1, 2020
Dr. Mark Davis is a naturopathic physician recognized as one of the foremost experts on fecal microbiota therapy (FMT). Known as an effective treatment for C. difficile infection, FMT is now proving helpful for ulcerative colitis. A recent study suggested its efficacy in autism. Who are candidates for FMT? Why is it important to screen stool donors? Since it's not an officially approved treatment (except for C. diff.), how are patients obtaining it? Why are parasite carriers less susceptible to autoimmune and allergic disorders? How is "worm" therapy with helminths utilized clinically? What other natural strategies offer hope to sufferers of colitis and other digestive conditions? What role for the Specific Carbohydrate Diet? For resistant starches? Will FMT and helminth therapy ever go mainstream with targeted, commercialized prescription or over-the-counter products? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: A Conversation with the “Poop/Worm Doctor,” Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Mark Davis, a naturopathic physician recognized as one of the foremost experts on fecal microbiota therapy (FMT). Click HERE for part 1.