Supplements

Why is Scurvy Making a Comeback? Part 1
April 4, 2017
Dr. Jonathan Lamb, author of "Scurvy: The Disease of Discovery," does a deep-dive on the history of scurvy. Contrary to what we learned in school, it wasn’t “cured” by Sir James Lind in the 1700s after he began advising the British Navy to stock citrus fruit for long voyages (hence the origin of the term “Limeys”). It took years before nutritional science characterized ascorbic acid in the 1930s. It’s estimated that the death toll of scurvy exceeds that of US Civil War. What does vitamin C do in the body? Why are humans among the few species who can’t synthesize it and must obtain it from outside sources? What are the symptoms of scurvy? How is scurvy reflected in literature, from “Rime of the Ancient Mariner” by Samuel Taylor Coleridge to “1984” by George Orwell? Why is scurvy making a comeback in the 21st Century? Why might the body require more vitamin C when under stress? Could there be a rationale for high-dose oral or even intravenous vitamin C? Click HERE for part 2.

Why is Scurvy Making a Comeback? Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Jonathan Lamb, author of "Scurvy: The Disease of Discovery." Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for April 1, Part 1
April 3, 2017
Trump administration invites Dr. Hoffman to Mar-a-Lago to discuss healthcare reform (April Fools!); How food stamps undermine the health of Americans; A caller who is "floxed"; What's glutathione good for? A simple remedy for night-time bathroom visits; Dueling news stories: Vitamin D does/does not reduce risk of cancer; Arthroscopic surgery worthless for meniscus tears; A new cell phone app offers sperm counts. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
March 17, 2017
Commensal gut bacteria and soil-based probiotics vs. standard probiotics.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show For March 4, Part 1
March 6, 2017
Probiotic combo curbs allergy symptoms; What to do for fluid accumulation in the ears; Commonly-used pyrethroid bug-repellants linked to childhood behavioral problems; Race for the cure--exercise improves breast cancer outcomes; The health benefits of grass-fed beef/natural poultry (special offer to Intelligent Medicine listeners by entering code Hoffman20 for $20 off your first order at www.butcherbox.com). Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
March 3, 2017
Hoffman Center Nutritionist Leyla Muedin tackles these listener questions: Any recommendations on treating Sjogren's syndrome?...Would you recommend additional magnesium to achieve optimal levels in someone already taking magnesium citrate for constipation? Which forms?

An Inspiring Story of Transformation, Part 1
February 28, 2017
Kat James is the award-winning author of “The Truth About Beauty” and a renowned “beauty from within” transformation expert. She has helped thousands of people dramatically transform their lives and their looks as she did through her bestselling book, her national health columns, talk radio show, PBS special, website at InformedBeauty.com, and her Total Transformation programs. Kat joins us today to discuss how nutrition affects our personality and how we can change our personality for the better by being mindful as to what we eat. Click HERE for part 2.

An Inspiring Story of Transformation, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Kat James, the award-winning author of “The Truth About Beauty” and a renowned “beauty from within” transformation expert. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
February 22, 2017
Vitamin D beneficial for cold and flu. Is there a difference between grape seed extract and grapefruit seed extract, which is beneficial for the heart? There is conflicting research on the benefits of vitamin E and fish oil on breast cancer, why do you still recommend them? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 18, Part 1
February 20, 2017
Vitamin D offers protection against upper respiratory infections; D also increases muscle strength in women; No drugs for back, new guidelines say--try natural therapies instead; Is Lyme Disease under-reported? What to do for a 2nd degree burn? Could electrical stimulation help relieve the pain of neuropathy? Married people have less stress (results may vary!); Flag football is more dangerous than tackle for kids. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.