Nutrition & Weight

The Obesity Paradox, Part 1
July 22, 2014
The Obesity Paradox: when heavier means healthier and thinner means sicker; Dr. Hoffman interviews Dr. Chip Lavie, author of a controversial book that posits that sometimes those excess pounds may be not really all that bad. Is there also an "exercise paradox"? A "cholesterol paradox"? A "blood pressure paradox"? Can svelte be dangerous, especially for seniors? Is this new-think merely an excuse for doctors and patients to give up on healthy diet and physical activity? How can you tell if those extra pounds are OK, or do they pose a threat to you?

The Obesity Paradox, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his discussion with Dr. Chip Lavie, author of a controversial book that posits that sometimes those excess pounds may be not really all that bad.

Intelligent Medicine Radio show for June 28, Part 2
June 30, 2014
Aged Garlic Extract (Kyolic) slows progression of coronary artery plaque in new major study; HBOs John Oliver blows it in over-the-top critique of Mehmet Oz; Gluten-free diet relieves "brain fog" in celiac patients; Are kids really overdosing on vitamins from fortified cereals? Click here for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Podcast: Overcoming UNDERweight, Part 1
June 27, 2014
Dr. Hoffman talks to Hoffman Center supplement department manager Grimaldy Vargas who successfully overcame severe underweight to complete her 1st Spartan Race this month: What were the keys to her successful weight gain program? Grimaldy dishes on her diet, supplement and exercise program.

Intelligent Medicine Podcast: Overcoming UNDERweight, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman discusses some of the reasons for underweight and successful strategies for addressing them.

Intelligent Medicine Podcast: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
June 26, 2014
Dr H. and Hoffman Center Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answer your questions on a variety of health issues, including: More kids than ever are overweight--Inaccuracy of BMI in children; Fortified foods and children (EWG)—are kids really overdosing on vitamins? Sleep apnea.

Intelligent Medicine Podcast: The big fat surprise with Nina Teicholz, Part 2
June 19, 2014
Dr. Hoffman continues his interview with Nina Teicholz, author of a controversial new book which challenges the low-fat diet dogma.

Intelligent Medicine Podcast: The big fat surprise with Nina Teicholz, Part 1

The Big Fat Surprise: Why Butter, Meat and Cheese Belong in a Healthy Diet; Dr. Hoffman interviews Nina Teicholz author of the controversial new book which challenges the low-fat diet dogma.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 14, Part 2
June 16, 2014
A Drhoffman.com devotee shares his remarkable success with olive leaf extract; higher levels of vitamin D protect against premature death; study reveals most over-estimate attainment of government-mandated exercise goals; similarly, more of us are overweight but refuse to acknowledge it. Click here for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Podcast: Q&A with Leyla Part 2
May 1, 2014
Vegetarian/vegan EPA/DHA; how to treat Polymyositis; carb-loading before a long run; how to fix a leaky gut