Prescription Drugs

ENCORE: How Big Pharma Corrupts American Healthcare, Part 2
June 4, 2024
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. John Abramson, author of "Sickening: How Big Pharma Broke American Health Care—And How We Can Repair It." Click HERE for part 1.

Turning the Tide on Overmedication: Dr. Mark Horowitz’s Approach to Deprescribing, Part 1
May 14, 2024
Dr. Mark Horowitz, a Clinical Research Fellow in Psychiatry from the UK and co-author of “The Maudsley Deprescribing Guidelines: Antidepressants, Benzodiazepines, Gabapentinoids and Z-drugs,” delves into the complexities of deprescribing psychiatric medications such as antidepressants, benzodiazepines, and sleep aids. Dr. Horowitz outlines the origins and importance of the deprescribing movement, explaining how polypharmacy and overprescription have necessitated a careful approach to reducing medication loads safely. He discusses the physiological and withdrawal challenges faced by patients on long-term psychiatric medication, emphasizing the vital role of slow and individualized tapering processes. He covers the substantial influence of pharmaceutical companies on prescription guidelines in the US compared to the UK, shedding light on the differences in medication usage and prescribing cultures. Dr. Horowitz also debunks the chemical imbalance theory of depression, arguing for a more nuanced understanding of mental health issues and their treatment. He introduces Outro, a new clinic founded by Dr. Horowitz in California, aimed at supporting individuals through the deprescribing process. Click HERE for part 2.

Turning the Tide on Overmedication: Dr. Mark Horowitz’s Approach to Deprescribing, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Mark Horowitz, co-author of "The Maudsley Deprescribing Guidelines: Antidepressants, Benzodiazepines, Gabapentinoids and Z-drugs." Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Statin Use
March 21, 2024
Study: Scans for coronary artery plaque should determine statin use; Is there a limit to how much turmeric I can take every day? Are there any other supplements to complement it?; If your cells are damaged and they can be repaired, does that equate to better health?; My wife has been taking 5,000 IU of vitamin D for the past 2 years but her levels are still low; Where is the integrity in Covid vaccine clinical trials?; Do you still recommend Jigsaw Magnesium with SRT?; My mother is nearly 80 years old and would benefit from supplements. Any recommendations?; I read a report that zinc picolinate may cause liver damage but how do I know it's true when they didn't cite any research? Click HERE for part 2.

Continuous Glucose Monitoring: A Pathway to Optimizing Health, Part 1
January 18, 2024
Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) – those devices that provide 24/7 blood glucose readings – are not just for diabetics anymore. Data from CGMs provide a pathway to disease prevention and reversal, such as obesity, hypertension, high cholesterol, prediabetes, fatty liver disease, GERD and more. Dr. Paul Kolodzik, Board Certified in both Emergency Medicine and Preventive Medicine, is author of “The Continuous Glucose Monitor Revolution For Nondiabetics.” He discusses CGMs, insulin resistance, low carb and keto, intermittent fasting, even the prudent use of the new FDA-approved weight loss medications like Ozempic. Click on the book title to receive a free copy. Click HERE for part 2.

Lifestyle-Based Healing v. Pharmaceuticals to Treat Chronic Health Conditions, Part 1
January 16, 2024
The medical industry has long relied on pharmaceuticals to treat chronic health conditions to the exclusion of lifestyle changes. Troy Duell, health educator and veteran pharmaceutical marketing exec, pulls back the curtain on pharmaceutical industry secrets, raising a red flag on the industry's marketing strategies where medications are increasingly peddled as lifestyle staples rather than temporary remedies. Duell advocates for a paradigm shift, emphasizing the profound satisfaction and health triumphs experienced by individuals who conquer ailments like hypertension or cholesterol through lifestyle overhaul instead of pill bottles, and he offers actionable tips for people looking to reclaim control over their health. Click HERE for part 2.

Lifestyle-Based Healing v. Pharmaceuticals to Treat Chronic Health Conditions, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Health Educator Troy Duell. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Infrared Sauna
December 27, 2023
I'm considering using infrared sauna for the health benefits. Any health concerns regarding infrared light?; I've gotten my covid vaccine but am concerned about suppressed information regarding the reported side effects that many have experienced. Am I justified in my concern?; I'm taking Vascepa and my doctor advises NOT taking DHA because it may raise cholesterol and cause adverse effects. Is this right? Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Keeping your nose clean!
December 26, 2023
In defense of Xlear nasal spray in keeping your nose clean!; What are your thoughts on prescribing metformin and nicotinamide mononucleotide to reverse the aging process?; Is NAD+ really effective in reducing the risk of Alzheimer's? Are there similar studies with the same conclusions?; My industry is now requiring workers to be vaccinated. Are they safe? Is one safer than the others? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Are all cold cuts created equal?

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.