Muscle & Bone Health

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Sun Protection
June 15, 2022
Supplements for sun protections--a preview; A remedy for leg cramps; I take L-carnitine. Should I be concerned about high TMAO?; What are your thoughts on Akkermansia as a probiotic? Does it really benefit the gut?; Am I taking enough Flava Naturals to benefit my health? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Muscle Cramps
June 2, 2022
Another case of muscle cramps from one of our listeners; If someone has an allergy to sulfa drugs, can they take supplemental sulforaphane?; My skin bruises and tears with the slightest bump. What can I do to improve the condition of my skin?; How can I protect myself from CT scan radiation? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for May 28, Part 1
May 30, 2022
Covid cases soar, but hospitalizations and deaths down, as world grows tired of Covid restrictions; Vaccination does not prevent Long Covid; “Asymptomatic spread” fears were overblown; Knee arthritis more common in diabetes; Why high cholesterol doesn’t always necessitate statins; Aspirin of little value in all but patients with the most serious arterial blockage; Does a wrist fracture signal the need for osteoporosis meds? EBT coronary calcium scan to delineate heart risk. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Leg Cramps
May 26, 2022
I drink tea in the morning but by the third cup, I am vomiting it back up. What gives?; I have dilated cardiomyopathy and atrial fibrillation. Can I take NTFactor?; I have a coronary calcium score that increased in the last five years. Do I need to increase Lipitor?; My husband gets terrible leg cramps. What can he do for this?; Do doctors routinely order Hemoglobin A1c or do I have to ask my doctor for the test?; I've been taking SAM-e for years and my doctor told me to stop with no explanation. Your thoughts?; I'm having long-haul covid symptoms. Can I be helped by Functional Medicine? Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for May 21, Part 1
May 23, 2022
Omicron: You can’t fight today’s wars with yesterday’s weapons; Multiple studies reveal Omicron is far less severe than Delta—even for unvaccinated; Israeli immunologist tees off on aggressive government strategies to contain Covid; A 78-year-old caller seeks advice after testing positive; Hemp-derived cannabinoids block spike protein; After hip replacement, is it safe to resume running? Study reveals face masks have become the new beauty standard; After getting Covid, people are starting to live it up again. Vaccine makers are developing new Omicron-specific shots—but will it pay off? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Bone Health
April 27, 2022
Study: Can calcium be bad for the heart and blood vessels?; Can you elaborate on calcium and strontium supplements for osteoporosis?; An anti-inflammatory diet for bone health. Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: How quickly does cholesterol fluctuate after a high fat meal?
April 13, 2022
Health trends in Russia; Can HDL levels run too high?; Can you comment on the cautions found about resveratrol from Consumer Labs?; Can you discuss MK4 vs. MK7? Is one for bone health and the other for heart health?; How quickly does cholesterol fluctuate after a high fat and cholesterol meal? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Hair Growth

I have benign fasciculation syndrome. What triggered this and will it ever stop?; In order to lower my oxidized LDL, do I need to lower my LDL too or just increase my antioxidants?; I've had great success using strontium for bone health. Now, what do I do for maintenance?; Is there a good supplement for my husband to take for loss of strength in his arms?; What vitamins can we start taking now to protect our joints in the future?; Will biotin and keratin supplements help with hair growth?; Is Vitamin Water OK to drink? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Sleep Apnea
March 30, 2022
Is arnica gel helpful for bone fracture pain?; Can sleep apnea contribute to a 25% heart ejection fraction in someone with atrial fibrillation?; Some supplements are available in both gel/oil and capsules. Which is more bioavailable?; What is the optimal dose of selenium in a supplement for people in their 60s?; I have a ganglion cyst on my hand and a couple on my wrists. What can I do about them?; What natural remedies can I take for polymyalgia rheumatica ("muscle arthritis")? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Meat-Eating and Life-Expectancy
March 23, 2022
My bone mineral density test shows osteoporosis in the spine and hip. What are your recommendations?; Study: Meat-eating extends human life expectancy worldwide; I know how important fish oil is but it always repeats on me!; Would you recommend ubiquinol or ubiquinone as an energy boost for a healthy 66-year-old female?; What are your thoughts on magnesium chloride? Click HERE for part 1.