Q&A with Leyla

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Supplements and Dental Plaque?
June 2, 2022
The Save Our Supplements Campaign!; Does a food have to say non-GMO in order for a consumer to be assured it is non-GMO?; My daughter recently lost 15 pounds due to insomnia. How can she regain it back?; What is your opinion on Serrapeptase as a supplement?; My sister's dental hygienist says taking a lot of supplements can contribute to dental plaque. Is this true? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: SOS! Save Our Supplements!
May 26, 2022
The new destination for questions, questions@drhoffman.net; SOS: Save Our Supplements - how you can take action now!; "Immunity Reset Report" details; Dr. Hoffman's adventures in navigating Paris; My lips and tongue feel chronically sore--like I've eaten something very hot. Have you heard of this?; I've gained 10-15 athletic pounds but now my blood pressure is higher--help!; I've already taken Cipro for sinus infection but would prefer your suggestions on natural relief. Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Leg Cramps

I drink tea in the morning but by the third cup, I am vomiting it back up. What gives?; I have dilated cardiomyopathy and atrial fibrillation. Can I take NTFactor?; I have a coronary calcium score that increased in the last five years. Do I need to increase Lipitor?; My husband gets terrible leg cramps. What can he do for this?; Do doctors routinely order Hemoglobin A1c or do I have to ask my doctor for the test?; I've been taking SAM-e for years and my doctor told me to stop with no explanation. Your thoughts?; I'm having long-haul covid symptoms. Can I be helped by Functional Medicine? Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Supplements for Allergies
May 18, 2022
Censorship of health information is coming to a news outlet near you; I got major reflux and gastritis from taking probiotics. What gives?; What are the three most important supplements to alleviate stuffy, sneezy allergies? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Tips for Insomnia

I was told I have infrequent asymptomatic atrial fibrillation. Why do I have to treat it if I don't have any symptoms?; Some good tips for insomnia?; If I were to take every supplement recommended for good health I'd be taking 20 supplements! What to do?; Is there one supplement that contains everything you recommend for mitochondrial support?; I'm having side effects with my blood pressure medication - help!; I get reflux especially at night when I lie down. Should I take cough syrup? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Anxiety and/or Panic Disorder
May 11, 2022
We have a new destination for your questions: Questions@DrHoffman.net; Study: Calorie counting and exercise of limited value to obesity and weight loss; Is Inositol helpful for anxiety and/or panic disorder? How much should I take?; Is the coronary artery calcium score of limited value in risk assessment? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Urinary Tract Infections

A natural option for fertilizing tomato plants; I'm a very active 86-year-old. Can I eat more carbs to support my activity?; Daylight savings time and morning sunshine; My 84-year-old mother-in-law keeps getting E. Coli urinary tract infections. What can we do to rid them once and for all?; I have Essential Thrombocytosis. How can I lower my platelets naturally? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Bone Health
April 27, 2022
Study: Can calcium be bad for the heart and blood vessels?; Can you elaborate on calcium and strontium supplements for osteoporosis?; An anti-inflammatory diet for bone health. Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Lectin Blockers?

Is there a distinction in antibodies from having covid versus antibodies from the vaccine?; The dangers of neonicotinoid pesticides; Are lectins really dangerous to digestion? Are there any benefits to taking lectin blockers? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: How quickly does cholesterol fluctuate after a high fat meal?
April 13, 2022
Health trends in Russia; Can HDL levels run too high?; Can you comment on the cautions found about resveratrol from Consumer Labs?; Can you discuss MK4 vs. MK7? Is one for bone health and the other for heart health?; How quickly does cholesterol fluctuate after a high fat and cholesterol meal? Click HERE for part 2.