Muscle & Bone Health

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Disk Health
November 3, 2021
Is there evidence that wearing masks decreases oxygen levels and increases CO2 to the point of jeopardizing health?; How much Olive Leaf Extract should I take to protect my carotid arteries?; Is there anything to prevent the progression of deteriorating spinal discs, or to restore disc health? Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In: Medication-Induced Osteoporosis
October 15, 2021
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin on the growing list of medications that impact bone metabolism and decrease bone density.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 2, Part 1
October 4, 2021
If not the beginning of the end, it may be the end of the beginning for Covid; Instead of "crushing Covid" we may eventually learn to live with it as merely a treatable nuisance; New oral pill may revolutionize Covid care--what we know about Merck's molnuparivir; A raft of new treatments in the pipeline for Covid; Why blood sugar is the single most modifiable risk factor for severe Covid and death; Mediterranean MIND diet scores against dementia; Folic acid and DHA supplements improve performance, in mild cognitive impairment. Is seltzer bad for bones? Does a high cholesterol inevitably call for a statin? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for September 25, Part 2
September 27, 2021
Insulin resistance a major risk factor for depression; Gut bacteria predictive of risk for psychiatric disorders; Are we implanting too many stents and performing too many bypass surgeries? Zinc-L-Carnosine vs. eating disorders, chemo mouth sores, and radiation damage; Prescription vs. store-bought fish oil? Fish oil is not just good for heart and brain—it may reduce fractures and headaches; First-ever study examines health risks of unprocessed vs. processed meat; Sunlight exposure, vitamin D intake reduces Covid hospitalization and death. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: What Damage Hurricanes Can Bring to Cancer Alley
September 9, 2021
What damage hurricanes can bring to Cancer Alley; Is there a danger of having too much vaccine in our systems?; Is strontium something that is only taken for a few years, like Fosamax?; Is there a reason we never hear of DEXA scans being encouraged for men? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: When was the last time you got sick with a cold?

Is Xlear nasal spray found to be effective against covid?; I have hyperparathyroidism and high calcium levels. How do I treat my osteopenia without having to take additional calcium?; We hear a lot about how good olive is for us internally. What about externally?; Can you comment on the safety of swab testing for covid since the swabs contain ethylene oxide?; When was the last time you got sick with a cold? Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for September 4, Part 1
September 6, 2021
Low-fat, Low-carb—when it comes to heart disease prevention, it doesn’t matter (REALLY??) What genetics tell us about same-sex attraction—“Born this way”? Teenage boy goes blind after subsisting on Pringle’s, white bread and French fries; Are two drugs the answer for this caller’s osteoporosis? Lifestyle, not genetics, explains most heart risk; Warning issued over vaping hazards in wake of 5 death, hundreds of reports of serious lung disease; Are nitrites and nitrates in foods hazardous—or beneficial? If bacon is bad for you, what about nitrate-rich vegetables? How mouthwash can blunt exercise circulatory benefits. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Improving Bone Density
August 25, 2021
Interesting trends in supplement use according to the latest data; My doctor told me to take 1500 mg of calcium a day for osteopenia. Is this sound advice?; How long would it take to improve bone density? Click HERE for part 2.

Heart Smart Strategy: A New “Multitasking” Wellness Formula, Part 1
August 24, 2021
James B. LaValle, R.Ph., C.C.N. M.T. DHM, DHPh., is an internationally recognized Heart and Immune Health Expert with over 35 years of clinical experience. He is a clinical pharmacist, author, and board-certified clinical nutritionist. He details a groundbreaking new "multitasking" supplement that targets Heart, Bone, and Immune Health, Kyolic Omeg-AGE. This one-of-a-kind formula combines the well-documented heart and immune benefits of Kyolic® Aged Garlic Extract™ with the cardiovascular-supporting properties of sustainably sourced Omega-3s, and a synergistic blend of nutrients, including Vitamins D3, K2, E, and B6, 9, and 12. Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for August 21, Part 2
August 23, 2021
Natural Rx for scar prevention; FDA targets hemp products in new attack on supplements; Half of Americans think they’ll never have a pain-free day again; Over-the-counter pregnenolone relieves back pain; CBD and benfotiamine are additional options for pain; Natural treatments for concussion; Apples vs. inflammation; Vegans more prone to osteoporosis—but supplements can help; Diet shown conclusively to prevent cognitive decline; Stool test can predict risk for dementia; Exercise preserves cognitive function in seniors; DHEA vs. osteoporosis; Tart cherries improve long-distance running performance. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.