Pediatric Health

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Intermittent Leg Pains
July 1, 2020
--My wife has been sick with intermittent bronchitis and pneumonia since last year and it is only intensifying - help! --My husband suffered a stroke last year and has some residual symptoms. Where can I take him for treatment in the Naples, Florida area? --I'm 83 with well-controlled diabetes and kidney disease. Can I take metformin and/or L-glutamine? --My five-year-old granddaughter has intermittent leg pains. Any recommendations? --My recent blood tests reveal high B12 and folate levels? Should I be concerned? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for June 27, Part 2
June 29, 2020
Are we anywhere near “herd immunity” to the coronavirus? Why high stress levels predict more catastrophic Covid-19 outcomes; Bayer to pay $10.9 billion in Roundup cancer claims; Why saunas lower blood pressure; GNC declares bankruptcy, a casualty of COVID-19; Can you literally walk away from cancer risk? Preschoolers vastly exceed current recommendations for toddler screen time; Nursing homes dump regular residents to take advantage of higher reimbursement for Covid-19 patients. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Face Shields, How Protective Are They?
June 3, 2020
Why do you recommend a supplement containing spirulina? Doesn't it contain heavy metals and the neurotoxin BMAA?; What are your thoughts on face shields? How protective are they?; I have a 3-year-old and a 10-year-old. How do I dose them on Oregacillin?; I take a medication that's on the anticholinergic cognitive burden scale. Are there any supplements to help mitigate the risks? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Traveling During the COVID-19 Crisis
May 13, 2020
Are children getting COVID-19 with different symptoms?; My husband and I urgently want to get back home to NY from Florida. How should we travel? Plane, train, or drive with an overnight hotel. Click HERE for part 2.

COVID-19 Special: The Unprecedented Challenges our Front Line Healthcare Professionals are Experiencing, Part 1
April 5, 2020
A Stanford University MD who helps doctors deal with stress weighs in on the Coronavirus pandemic. Dr. Greg Hammer is author of "GAIN without Pain: The Happiness Handbook for Health Care Professionals." What unprecedented challenges are frontline health professionals experiencing amid the current crisis? But weren’t they already poised for burnout even before COVID-19 arrived? How does stress undermine our health during the current lockdown? What lessons can we apply from "GAIN Without Pain" to cultivate resilience during the enforced lockdown? As a pediatric intensive care physician, Dr. Hammer offers advice on how to keep kids calm during the quarantine. Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 14, Part 2
March 16, 2020
Balance of Nature, maker of “fruit and veggie pills,” receives strong warnings from the FDA—re: their audacious claims that their products cure various serious diseases, as well as quality control issues; Keeping your brain healthy—with a low-Glycemic Index diet, Mediterranean style foods, and avoidance of trans-fats; U.S. healthcare system wastes nearly a trillion dollars in avoidable costs; Scared to deliver your baby in the hospital amid the current Coronavirus epidemic? New study confirms that home births safe for low-risk pregnancies; Beer before wine, or wine before beer—which minimizes the risk of a hangover? Taking probiotics can reduce impact of viral diseases, reducing costs associated with downtime and hospitalization for upper respiratory infections. Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 7, Part 1
March 9, 2020
Coronavirus update: Botched initial Chinese containment efforts; Natural products disappear from store shelves; Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture on the front lines; A new drug that may hold promise; Thousands die of the flu—are we overreacting to Coronavirus? AHCC to ward off Coronavirus; Kids consume more calories in post-activity snacks than they burn during physical activity; Is Daylight Savings time bad for our health? Does breastfeeding shield kids from allergies and asthma? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 29, Part 2
March 2, 2020
Leading presidential candidates are all 70 plus—are they fit for Presidency? What critical information is missing from Bernie Sanders‘ health disclosure? Caller with polyps asks for advice on preventing colon cancer; Is too much B12 bad for you? Protocol for reversing Barrett’s esophagus; Keto diet vs. polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS); Lavender products might induce premature breast development in young girls and boys; Work stress prompts back pain; Mom’s Vitamin D deficiency hikes kids’ risk for ADHD; Mushroom compound protects against pregnancy hypertension. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 15, Part 1
February 17, 2020
Coronavirus update: Is there a threat of a widespread global pandemic involving the West? Are men more at risk than women? Chinese researcher registers intravenous vitamin C trial; Saunas confer protection against pneumonia; How does one know how well their immune system is functioning? Forget 10,000 steps a day—you can’t walk away from a bad diet; New “smart diaper” harnesses RFID transmitter to notify caregiver when it’s wet; What are the benefits of French Grape Seed Extract? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 1, Part 2
February 3, 2020
Does AHCC work for kids? Is there such a thing as an allergy to vitamin C? Pregnant women who consume artificial sweeteners give birth to heavier babies; We’re running out of antibiotics to treat ordinary strep throat; Resistance training is the key to healthy aging; Berberine vs. colon cancer; Cocoa’s performance-enhancing effects; Seniors who consume mushrooms suffer less cognitive decline. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.