Osteoporosis

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Insomnia
April 17, 2019
Eat leftovers to reduce food waste, but what about for histamine sufferers?; Anti-inflammatory medications may benefit depression; I tried CBD for insomnia but it only worked for 7-8 days - Help!; How effective is Ostinol for increasing bone density in those with borderline osteoporosis?; I have a strong family history of heart disease. Should I stop taking vitamin K2?; Do you prefer natural thyroid substances like Armour thyroid rather than Synthroid? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for April 6, Part 2
April 8, 2019
April is National IBS awareness month; Gut sufferers seek political clout in D.C.; Is beer the next cancer-fighting functional food? Eating more fruits and vegetables protects men from cognitive decline; Polypharmacy is rampant in seniors and hikes risk of adverse drug interactions; A flawed study argues that most women could be candidates for powerful osteoporosis meds; Tea confers far-ranging mood-enhancing and cognitive-protective benefits. Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 2, Part 1
March 4, 2019
Is the Keto craze crushing Weight Watchers stock value? Are statins mandatory after a stroke or TIA? Judge muzzles plaintiff’s attorney in landmark Roundup trial; Hospital patients demand quiet to facilitate recovery; Does your blood type predict how much grey matter your aging brain will retain? Mothers’ vitamin D levels predict their offsprings’ muscle strength; Solutions for winter allergies; Supplements for osteoporosis. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: New Risk Factors for Prolonged TV Watching
February 13, 2019
Prolonged TV watching a risk factor for colorectal cancer in younger age groups; What are your thoughts on a vitamin D lamp in conjunction with or as a replacement to oral vitamin D supplementation?; I was about to buy Spry oral rinse for its xylitol benefits but the third ingredient is alcohol. Won't that dry out my mouth and kill the beneficial bacteria?; Is dark chocolate sweetened with stevia and erythritol safe to eat in moderation? Are fat-soluble vitamins like D and E okay to take in one dose rather than throughout the day like water soluble vitamins? I was going to purchase Osteothera when I noticed a "warning" for California residents that the product may contain lead and other chemicals. What gives? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 2, Part 2
February 4, 2019
Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day? Drug company hires stripper as sales rep to entice docs to write inappropriate prescriptions for addictive pain killers; Natural supplement being investigated as treatment for loneliness; How much calcium is advisable for osteoporosis? What a blood test could reveal about your need to eat frequently; Proposed cost-containment over excessive use of glucose self-monitoring could deprive patients of a useful tool to chart their responses to various foods, meals; “Bug bombs” ineffective vs. roaches, leave dangerous residues on surfaces; Common parasite acquired by cat owners ups risk for schizophrenia—also increases likelihood of entrepreneurship. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for January 19, Part 2
January 21, 2019
Eat more fiber to live longer—but does that necessarily mean gorging on whole grains? Osteoporosis medication options; Chronic fatigue syndrome may be linked to undiagnosed gluten sensitivity; TV ads induce teens to consume more junk food; Treating Hashimoto’s thyroiditis; Americans spend nearly half their waking hours peering at screens; Filtered water vs. tap water for boosting uptake of green tea polyphenols; Diet for narcolepsy; IV vitamin C boosts efficacy of radiation treatments, dramatically improves cancer survival. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 8, Part 2
December 10, 2018
A new scan may soon revolutionize screening for osteoporosis; Solutions for adrenal fatigue in multiple myeloma; Sweetened drinks—but not fresh fruit—may hike risk for diabetes; Is Miacalcin nasal spray a viable treatment for bone loss? Fruits, vegetables forestall memory loss in men; Does saturated fat consumption increase the risk for Alzheimer’s? Vitamin D may get you discharged from the hospital sooner; Nestles tests new probiotic that promises to combat dandruff. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
October 10, 2018
Is my HDL too high at 133, should I be concerned? What is a good diet for Sjogren's Syndrome, can it be cured? What can I take in place of Prolia for osteoporosis? Can I take your recommended joint supplement while on Eliquis (apixaban)? My daughter was told by her lactation coach that exercising would make her breast milk sour, does that make sense? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 6, Part 2
October 8, 2018
Probiotics curb women’s bone loss; When knee pain is accompanied by a high C-reactive protein; Is there a difference between generic l-thyroxine and brand Synthroid? Silicone breast implants hike risk of Sjogren’s, scleroderma, rheumatoid arthritis, melanoma, stillbirth; Junk food consumers more likely to get cancer (DUH!); Processed meat consumption—but not meat per se—increases breast cancer incidence; Fish consumption by pregnant moms boosts babies’ brain development, vision; Limiting screen time improves kids’ brain function; Violent video games conclusively linked to aggressive behavior. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for September 1, Part 2
September 3, 2018
Can NT Factor restore energy in a cancer patient suffering from post-chemo fatigue? Natural therapies for chronic lymphocytic leukemia; Why sticking with the same doctor might extend your life; Study reveals that bacteria and fungi frequently congregate on surfaces of implantable body parts; High glycemic index diet accelerates osteoporosis; What to do when a routine ultrasound reveals something unexpected; New blood test offers early prediction of autism; Air pollution hikes global risk for diabetes. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.