Muscle & Bone Health

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 31, Part 1
November 2, 2015
Obese kids who cut out sugar (but not carbs!) see dramatic improvements in metabolism in just 10 days; Halloween becomes Ground Zero in the War on Sugar; Statin drugs found to render flu shots less effective; How Mets' World Series hero David Wright conquered his spinal stenosis; Cryotherapy technician dies in liquid nitrogen chamber; New study show most of world's population has herpes. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
October 28, 2015
Can I restart strontium after being off it for the last 5 years? Does strontium cause osteonecrosis of the jaw like bisphosphonates? What do you think about Prolia for osteoporosis? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
October 14, 2015
A gluten meter? How much EGCG should I take for weight loss? Can blueberries cause kidney stones? Can strontium cause brittle bones? Click HERE for part 2.

A Remarkable New Nutrient for Bone and Joint Health, Part 1
October 13, 2015
Cyplexinol (Ostinol) is an oral Bone Morphogenetic Protein (BMP). It signals mesenchymal stem cells to differentiate into osteoblasts, the cells that build bone. James Scaffidi, CEO and founder of Zycal Bioceuticals, details the research behind Ostinol. How does it bypass the GI tract to deliver bone benefits? How does it promote healing of fractures? What’s the evidence that it’s beneficial for osteoporosis? Do studies support its use for osteoarthritis pain? Do its benefits extend to rheumatoid arthritis? What’s the optimal dosage of Ostinol? How long before users see results? Is it compatible with other bone-building or anti-inflammatory supplements? What about osteoporosis medications? What additional conditions are being explored as targets for Ostinol? Why is it that mainstream doctors haven’t yet embraced this therapy? Click HERE for part 2.

A Remarkable New Nutrient for Bone and Joint Health, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with James Scaffidi, CEO and founder of Zycal Bioceuticals, as he details the research behind Ostinol. Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 3, Part 1
October 5, 2015
It's not your fault you're fat--blame obesogens! 6 things to look for when evaluating a medical study; TV watching may be the new smoking; Low-intensity vibration for osteoporosis. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Stimulating Bone and Muscle Regeneration, Part 1
October 1, 2015
A novel approach to fracture prevention: The future of low-intensity vibration for musculoskeletal health. Ian Cutts of Marodyne Corporation discusses the LivMD technology for stimulating bone and muscle regeneration. What is the LivMD device? How was it developed? Who are suitable candidates for its use? How often does it need to be used? How does it different from other vibrational devices or power plates? Why did NASA get involved in its development? Click HERE for part 2.

Stimulating Bone and Muscle Regeneration, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Ian Cutts of Marodyne corporation about new technology for stimulating bone and muscle regeneration. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
September 10, 2015
Kidney stones due to too much vitamins C and D? Whooping cough as the Big Bad Wolf: should grandparents get a DPT booster shot to prevent their grandchildren from getting pertussis? HPV vaccine (Gardasil) for boys? I need BHRT (bioidentical hormone replacement therapy), why is my doctor refusing me! Your bone health: when supplements aren't enough. Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
August 6, 2015
Any help for stage III melanoma? If I were your patient, how would you treat my high blood pressure? Any nutritional treatments for avascular necrosis (AVN) of the hip after a femoral neck fracture? Is creatine safe? Any alternative treatments for ocular rosacea? Do I really need a tetanus shot every 10 years? Click HERE for part 1.