Nutrition & Weight

Leyla Weighs In
June 23, 2017
Hoffman nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers this listener question: What are your thoughts on incorporating powdered "superfoods" like maca, spirulina, baobab, moringa, etc. into our diets compared with fresh vegetables and fruits that are perhaps a bit less "super"?

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 17, Part 1
June 19, 2017
American Heart Association doubles down on outmoded advice to ditch saturated fats in favor of vegetable oils; Is it true that coconut oil is bad for you? Studies claim cholesterol and weight loss benefits of extra-virgin coconut oil; A caller with high chromium levels—is it due to supplements or the chromium alloy in her metal hip implant? A 69-year-old athlete seeks advice on how to avoid injuries. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 10, Part 2
June 12, 2017
High-fructose corn syrup has been quietly, deceitfully renamed; Probiotics reduce body fat in overweight children; What happens when the gel in your eyeball dries up and pulls on the retina? Treatment for vestibular migraines; Exercise improves the microbiome; Ketogenic diet for Parkinson's Disease; Natural solutions for garlic breath; Mom's intake of DHA during pregnancy improves attention in 5 yr olds; Dark chocolate and fish oil improve skeletal muscle function; Pessimism is a distinct risk factor for coronary heart disease; Fish oil can be safely used with Coumadin without bleeding risks. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

The China Study — Busted! Part 1
June 8, 2017
"The China Study" by Professor T. Colin Campbell is cited by many vegans as the rationale for their avoidance of animal protein. Ken Aung, an expert in medical data analytics, uncovers deep flaws in Campbell’s scientific reasoning. Why is an impressive graph linking colon cancer incidence to meat consumption misleading? What are the limitations of epidemiological (observational) studies? Ken highlights the pitfalls of misappropriated statistics: Why does correlation not necessarily mean causation? How does the “post-hoc fallacy” lead us to erroneous conclusions? Is Campbell’s demonization of dairy products based on sound science? Is he guilty of cherry-picking to buttress his pre-conceived beliefs? What’s the take-home message for confused consumers? How can we make more informed food choices amid wildly conflicting headlines? Click HERE for part 2.

The China Study — Busted! Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Ken Aung, an expert in medical data analytics who uncovers deep flaws in "The China Study." Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
June 7, 2017
NSAIDs boost cardiovascular risk by 50%--chondroitin sulfate offers a safe alternative. If you were to reformulate a brain support supplement, what would you include? My son has an LVAD and is on Coumadin, can he take CoQ10? Dr. Joel Fuhrman claims studies worldwide show that meat eaters have more heart disease and cancer than vegetarians. Click HERE for part 2.

“The Olive Oil Hunter,” Part 1
June 1, 2017
TJ Robinson, "The Olive Oil Hunter" and founder of the Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil Club, dishes on the benefits of fresh extra-virgin olive oil. Useful polyphenols in olive oil support brain, heart, optimize blood sugar and blood pressure and even defend against cancer. Studies show liberal dietary amounts of olive oil promote satiety, which helps with weight maintenance. What are the characteristics of truly fresh olive oil? Why are Americans not accustomed to the flavors of authentic olive oil? Is it true that fraud, adulteration, and spoilage are rampant in the olive oil industry? What to look for as a consumer? How to properly store olive oil? Can it be used for cooking without destroying it's beneficial compounds or generating harmful free radicals? How to pair different types of olive oil with different foods? Intelligent Medicine listeners can take advantage of a special introductory offer for just $1 by visiting www.myfavoriteoil.com. TJ's olive oils have been favorites for years! Click HERE for part 2.

“The Olive Oil Hunter,” Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with TJ Robinson, "The Olive Oil Hunter" and founder of the Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil Club, who dishes on the benefits of fresh extra-virgin olive oil. And don't miss a special offer as a listener to Intelligent Medicine. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Escape Addictive Eating, Part 1
May 25, 2017
The Standard American Diet is a major driver of the current epidemic of degenerative disease in the U.S. Top-down efforts by government to stem the tide of illness are unwieldy, costly failures. The Suppers Programs is a community-based, voluntary organization that helps individuals escape the addictive eating patterns that are undermining their health. Founder Dorothy Mullen, author of "Logical Miracles: 100 Stories of Hope and Healing," explains how commercial foods subvert our normal appetite cues. She describes how diet affects mood. The Suppers Program offers an economical local model that enables individuals to experience the benefits of dietary transformation in a non-judgmental setting. According to Dorothy, “portion control” is one of the biggest myths that undermine dieters’ success. Indulging in sugary, artificially-flavored snacks and soft drinks cannot be offset merely with exercise, however intense, as food industry apologists would have us believe. Fundamental dietary change isn’t easy, but it’s necessary for many to attain optimal physical and emotional wellness. Diet must be individualized--there is no “one-size-fits-all” eating prescription. The Suppers Programs is based in New Jersey, but is training facilitators to expand across the Northeast, and is a model for transforming the American way of eating. Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Escape Addictive Eating, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dorothy Mullen, founder of The Suppers Programs, about how commercial foods subvert our normal appetite. Click HERE for part 1.