Q&A with Leyla

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.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Mask Confusion
June 20, 2024
Mask confusion is reigning in New York; A case of high dose curcumin in the treatment of kidney disease and psoriasis; Nystatin therapy for the treatment of candida. Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Managing Emphysema

What kind of sweetener can I use in my daily coffee and tea?; I have an asymptomatic urinary tract infection. Must I take an antibiotic?; I've been on a low carb diet for 16 months. When will my diabetes go away?; I recently had hip surgery and want to take care of my joints. What supplements do you recommend?; Do you have a recommendation for my pet's joint health too?; How can I treat or manage emphysema? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Atrial Fibrillation
June 13, 2024
Can you please discuss the xylitol and cardiovascular risk study? Do I have to stop using xylitol spray, mouthwash and gum now? What about DGL?; I've been diagnosed with Atrial fibrillation. What do you think of Pulsed Field Ablation?; I have Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy. What would you recommend?; I'm 5' 2" and 185 lbs. Would I benefit from Calocurb? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: IV Drip Lounges?

What do you think of IV drip lounges? When would I use them? Do I need a doctor's prescription?; What supplements can I take to lower HS-CRP?; Is appetite physical or mental? It seems a lot of times I'm not hungry but I can't control my eating; How do you know if your GERD is from too much or too little stomach acid? Click HERE for part 1.