Q&A with Leyla

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: HIIT Training
May 16, 2024
Highlights from Dr. Hoffman's trip to Scotland -- Some insights on this trip through the lens of health; “When I'm doing my HIIT training, the instructor keeps reminding us to breathe. Is this really important?” “I'm having trouble swallowing my vitamins. Should I be concerned?” “I fast regularly and feel great on one meal a day. What can I do about insomnia?” Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: A Cure for Tinnitus?

“Is there a cure for tinnitus? What do you recommend?” “I'm in my mid sixties. Should I be concerned about my heart rate going too high while exercising?” “My friend has lupus and Castleman's disease. Any suggestions?” “Does milk in coffee keep a person from absorbing polyphenols?” Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Anti-Aging Supplements
May 9, 2024
Study: Glycemic impact the same among grains -- whole and refined; Can you comment on Spermidine as an anti-aging supplement? Does it work the same as NAD?; More comments on Consumer Labs and their critiques. Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Time Restricted Eating

Is there anything you can suggest to people with MGUS to proactively keep multiple myeloma at bay?; Would you please comment on the recent study that showed no benefits to time-restricted eating?; Our 12-year-old grandson has Sever's disease. Any supplements you would recommend for him? Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Selfies and Plastic Surgery
May 2, 2024
Selfies are driving up plastic surgery; Are either glucosamine hydrochloride or potassium sulfate bad for you--especially after long-term use?; What do you think of ZipSlim for weight loss?; Despite being on a strict diet, my cholesterol is 300 and increasing. I would like to avoid statins--what do you recommend? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Varicose Veins

Use of magnesium in Crohn's disease; Study: Association of habitual alcohol intake with risk of cardiovascular disease; If one is taking vitamin C, is a collagen supplement for the skin superfluous?; Is there a good treatment for varicose veins? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: ‘Good’ Bacteria
April 25, 2024
Risk factors for ALS; Household chemicals inked to brain health risk; Any recommended supplements for microvascular disease?; How does the 'good' bacteria in yogurt actually work? How much should I consume daily? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Proton Pump Inhibitors

"Thanks to your recent podcast, I was able to stop taking proton pump inhibitors!"; Drinking coffee may be beneficial in preventing sarcopenia; "I would be in perfect condition at 87 years of age if I didn't smoke when I was younger."; My MCV and MCH on my blood tests are low. Am I anemic? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: A Nicotine Vaccine
April 18, 2024
Oh oh oh....Ozempic (It's Magic!); Things we don’t need: Up next, a nicotine vaccine; Which is preferable, whey protein or plant protein?; When is the the best time to take a protein supplement? Before exercise or after? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Osteoporosis

I drink carbonated water with 'natural flavor'. Is this something to worry about?; Which blood pressure device is more accurate--wrist or arm cuff?; What do you think of wearing weighted vests for building or preserving bone health? Any downside?; What protocols do you recommend for healing faster after rotator cuff repair surgery?; What are your thoughts on Prolia shots for osteoporosis? Click HERE for part 1.