Nutrition & Weight

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Reflux and Stomach Issues
December 28, 2023
The Eat Lancet Diet -- revisited; Is Endefen still a good product to use for reflux and stomach issues?; Can daily intake of any particular supplements lower cholesterol to an undesirable level? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Are all cold cuts created equal?
December 26, 2023
I have Grave's disease and was prescribed methimazole and Inderal. Any supplements you would recommend?; Are all cold cuts created equal? What about those included in a Mediterranean diet like salami and prosciutto?; Do you have an exercise recovery supplement regimen for muscle soreness? Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In: Holiday Season Weight Gain
December 8, 2023
Tips for navigating the holidays and self-care.

ENCORE: Leyla Weighs In: Nutrition and Mental Health
November 24, 2023
How nutrition impacts mental health.

The Science of Processed Food Addiction with Dr. Joan Ifland, Part 1
November 9, 2023
Food Addiction Counselor Dr. Joan Ifland, Ph.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.N., explains how diabetes drugs used for weight loss cripple the dopamine pathways in the brain -- which may not only injure the ability to experience pleasure in other areas of life but also leaves people without the skills to cope with food cravings once they stop taking the drug. The best way to increase health long term? Dr. Ifland recommends first getting into therapy or joining a supportive community to explore the underlying emotional, mental, and physical reasons for compulsive eating and processed food addiction. Click HERE for part 2.

The Science of Processed Food Addiction with Dr. Joan Ifland, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Joan Ifland, Ph.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.N., a Nutrition Counselor who specializes in the science of processed food addiction and recovery. She is the Founder of the Food Addiction Reset, a fellow of the American College of Nutrition, and the author of several books on the subject. Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In: Is your sushi safe?
October 27, 2023
Is coconut oil healthy? Mouse study finds it may alter metabolism and cause obesity. Plus, is your sushi safe?

Leyla Weighs In: Sucralose (Second in a Series)
September 22, 2023
Sucralose - emerging science reveals health risks.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio for September 16, Part 1: Fructose
September 18, 2023
The many surprising ways sugar undermines our health; A deep dive on fructose; How does high fructose corn syrup differ from natural fructose found in fruits and honey? A caller with sulfite intolerance; Is a high B12 blood test bad? What about the sugar content of grains? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio for September 16, Part 2: Fructose-Phobia

Fructose-phobia: Is it ever appropriate to eliminate fruit altogether? Natural therapy for arthritis; Flavonoids vs. colon cancer; Cruciferous vegetables vs. bladder cancer; Your gut may be a clue to your longevity; Counterfeit supplements are rife on Amazon; Hundreds of billions of dollars in health care costs attributable to physical inactivity. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.