Q&A with Leyla

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: High Fructose Corn Syrup
August 19, 2021
I've been taking Armour Thyroid for years but get a build-up of phlegm from it. Is there an alternative?; People mistakenly think high fructose corn syrup is the same as fructose found in fruit. It's not!; NOW identifies problems with curcumin products on Amazon; My dermatologist first told me I have "dandruff" on my forehead but when the prescribed cream didn't work, she prescribed 5-Fluorouracil. Is this right?; My husband had a stent put in due to a 75% blockage and is now on many meds. Can he still take his vitamins? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Late Night Calf Muscle Cramps
August 11, 2021
Covid long-hauler's syndrome - stay tuned for a deep dive on treatments; My husband wakes up in the middle of the night with calf muscle cramps. What's causing this?; My nephew has experienced sudden swelling of different parts of his body. Is this simply an allergy?; You've talked a lot about hard plaque in the arteries but how dangerous is soft plaque? What causes it? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Brown Rice and Arsenic

I'm concerned about my 20-year-old son getting the vaccine due to side effects like myocarditis. What do you advise?; Given that brown rice contains arsenic, how much is safe to eat per week?; I've been yelling at your show, Dr. Hoffman, regarding your stance on the covid vaccines! Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: The Delta Blues
July 28, 2021
The Delta Blues; I'm 81 and suddenly have high blood pressure. I've been doing everything right. Can you help me?; How can I naturally lower sex hormone-binding globulin? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Ovaries and Heart Disease

What foods must I avoid with Shingles and how can I hasten its resolution?; My 79-year-old mother-in-law was prescribed Alendronate for osteoporosis? Could she take supplements instead to avoid the side effects?; I already had covid and have antibodies so why do I have to get vaccinated with something that hasn't been tested enough to be safe?; Is it a cause for concern that the covid vaccine migrates away from the injection site? Aren't injected drugs meant to travel throughout the body?; I tested positive for covid antibodies but what do the numbers really mean?; Don't ovaries confer benefits with regard to heart disease and bone health for five years after menopause?; I take a lot of supplements for breast cancer. Can I add NAD or is it dangerous?; What is the best way to re-establish the microbiome after a colonoscopy? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Dry Brushing
July 21, 2021
Ultra-processed food consumption a risk factor for inflammatory bowel disease; What is your opinion about dry brushing? Can it help with gastrointestinal issues?; What is the best time and proper dose of Endefen to take for GERD?; My daughter has breast cancer. What are your thoughts on the x39 patch?; How risky is covid for vaccinated patients with hypertension and moderate kidney disease? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Ear Pressure While Flying

Is there something to halt or reverse cataracts? Both my parents had them; What can I do to ease ear pressure while flying? I'm susceptible but don't want to take medication; I understand my diet must change in order to make good choices; What are your thoughts about drinking aloe vera juice? Does it really enhance absorption of nutrients by 200%?; How much fish oil do you recommend for depression? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: The Power of Poop!
July 14, 2021
The power of poop!; My nephew had a bone marrow transplant and chemo and needs help; In addition to DGL and Endefen, what type of diet do you advise patients when they have a flare-up of GERD?; Is my fragmented sleep adversely affecting my health? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Compounded Medications
July 8, 2021
My husband's coronary calcium result is 722. Does he have to take a statin?; What are your thoughts on obtaining compounded medications online. Are these sources legit?; Could taking iodine prior to three different doses of fluoroscopy radiation offer protection? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Pomegranate Power!
July 1, 2021
Pomegranate Power!; I have concerns about the covid vaccine and autoimmunity. Are there any trials being done including those with autoimmunity?; What about vaccine trials and MS patients? Click HERE for part 2.