Q&A with Leyla

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: The Protein ‘Craze’
July 25, 2024
More on avoiding excess fluids during meals; Legacy media gets it wrong on the protein 'craze'; Some ideas and recommendations for the American Nutrition Association; What type of cream or salve can be used for hyperpigmentation?; I have hypoglycemia and 30 minutes of exercise increases my hunger - help! Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Hotel Breakfasts

Is there a brand of red yeast rice that doesn't contain any statins?; How do you know if your heartburn is from too much or too little stomach acid? And how do you treat each?; Any recommendations on avoiding the side effects of statins?; Do you think hotel breakfasts are of good quality? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: “Bioengineered Food Ingredient”
July 18, 2024
Violence, aggression and criminality. What do these have to do with diet and/or medication?; What do you think of Spike Support?; A new personal best for a 72+ year old!; My protein bar says "contains a bioengineered food ingredient". Should I be concerned? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Organic Produce

A discussion on organic produce; Is there a natural approach to aortic valve stenosis?; Do you think hair testing is valuable?; Is it not okay to drink liquids during meals? Does it impede digestion?; Can you take nicotinamide riboside if you have cancer?; Is red lentil pasta a good substitute for regular wheat pasta? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: A vegan diet for Alzheimer’s?
July 11, 2024
A deep dive on peanuts and peanut butter; What is your take on the new Ornish study of a vegan diet for Alzheimer's? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Nighttime Snacking

I have tried everything but I can't seem to get off of famotidine (Pepcid) for my heartburn; If I have Barrett's esophagus and take famotidine, should I still take HCl?; Can I take Calocurb at night to avoid nighttime snacking?; I had a recent hip replacement and have osteoporosis. Any recommendations?; Can you talk about the new guidelines for prescribing statins? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Stomach Discomfort
July 4, 2024
Happy Fourth of July!; I was diagnosed with ITP which is now in remission. What can I do for the bruises that never go away?; Is it the "Spike" that we should not like?; I have stomach discomfort accompanied by a slight headache every night for the last five years. Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Migraine

I'm taking Emgality for migraine but it doesn't seem to help any longer. What do you think of CBD?; Is there a connection between taking Synthroid and edema?; How would I find a functional medicine physician on Long Island?; Is there a such thing as a holistic endocrinologist?; When I mention I have Covid long hauler's, I get stares. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Muscle Mass
June 27, 2024
The importance of muscle mass; What is the meaning of IgG, IgA and IgM. I'm concerned about my immune system; How do you feel about Black Seed Oil for immune support? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Overactive Bladder

I have Parkinson's and I notice my medication has yellow dyes in it. Can't these be manufactured without artificial colors?; Can you recommend a good joint supplement I can take for the rest of my life?; I've been diagnosed with 14 high risk HPV types. What supplements can I take to mitigate risk?; Can lipase enzymes break down trans fats in our food?; I take 5 grams daily of creatine monohydrate. Should I take more for brain health?; I have overactive bladder but I'm reluctant to go on medication. Any recommendations? Click HERE for part 1.