Q&A with Leyla

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
January 2, 2019
I eat about a quarter pound of chopped or minced garlic each day, is that dangerous? Are there any health benefits to grape seed oil for cooking or for use as a salad dressing? Are there benefits to hormone replacement therapy? Are smoked sardines less healthy than unsmoked sardines? Help! I get a gnawing feeling in my stomach after taking magnesium and other supplements at bedtime. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
December 26, 2018
CBD inhibits signaling of invasive breast cancer. "Thanks to your advice, I've had great improvement in my symptoms!" "According to my colonoscopy, I have "small pockets". My doctor said to eat more fiber but to avoid seeds, nuts, and my favorite foods." I'm 34-years-old and after taking lamotrigine and oral contraceptives, I have memory and cognitive symptoms, could I have a toxic brain? Can you please elaborate on what endothelial dysfunction is and is it common in those with high cholesterol? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

I have a calcium score of 25 in my "widow maker" artery, is this due to my high cholesterol? What do you say to the new guideline that it's okay for those 65 and older to have an HgbA1c of 7.1, shouldn't I keep my A1c below 6? What can I take to heal peptic ulcers? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
December 19, 2018
Good news: The Farm Bill has approved hemp cultivation easing production of CBD; Any recommendations for replacing omeprazole? I tried stopping but paid a price!; Do you think a 79-year-old man with some cancer cells in his prostate has a good chance of living out his life and dying of something else?; How much calcium is recommended for a man in his late 70's--especially after surgery? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

Can one measure the degree of allergic reaction by measuring salivary cortisol and adrenalin instead of pulse rate? Why does Ostera have 500 mcg of vitamin K1 instead of K2, what does K1 have to do with bone health? All my labs are normal with the exception of my fasting glucose level, should I be concerned? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
December 12, 2018
Endocrine disruptors linked to early puberty in girls. My 36-year-old son in law has low T, increased prolactin and a pituitary tumor. Can you provide info on this?; Do you still recommend Spry gum even though it's made in China? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

My 15-year-old grandson with terrible acne can't tolerate fruit. Is there a way he can eat fruit?; Do saturated fats increase the risk of Alzheimer's? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
December 5, 2018
Only one in 8 people are metabolically healthy; "Bear with me"; What are some of your best supplements of 2019?; How important is myrosinase in broccoli sulforaphane supplements? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

Are hard boiled egg yolks dangerous?; I'm 68 and haven't had any vaccines. Do I pose a danger to my grandchildren?; Is it true that only a certain type of fish oil is effective for dry eye?; What do you think about magnesium water? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
November 28, 2018
American Diabetes Association still touting the 'calories in calories out' method for weight control. Which health insurance covers functional medicine doctors? "You recommend Tru Niagen and Inosine for Parkinson's. Where can I find Inosine?" How can I determine the best quality diet and supplements to take for me?" Click HERE for part 2.