Supplements

Fermented Cod Liver Oil—health boon or bane? Part 2
January 12, 2017
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Kaayla Daniel, the “Naughty Nutritionist,” who dishes on the potential hazards of this popular health fad. Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In
January 6, 2017
Today, Hoffman Center Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers this listener question: "Do you agree that antioxidants play an important role in prolonging life or assisting the aging process, or elsewhere? Which antioxidants are best?"

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
January 4, 2017
Thoughts on the New Year and the importance of sleep and circadian rhythms. Now in their mid-nineties, the incredible benefits of lifelong vitamin C intake. What are the health benefits of glucomannan, does it help with weight loss or is it just hype? Is there any alternative to statins for heart disease and stroke patients? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 24, Part 1
December 26, 2016
Cured meats may worsen asthma, but no evidence processed meats are bad for you; Your fitness tracker may leak your personal data to the dark web; Fluorescent lights may harm milk's flavor, nutrient content; Stem cells may eventually repair knees--but only with high-tech prep; How to hasten post-surgical recovery; Bed-bound with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome--help! Is selenium more than just an antioxidant? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 24, Part 2

Runners' brains are wired better; Can an elderly patient safely take magnesium? Magnesium may be the key to the Mediterranean Diet's cardiovascular benefits; Frequent saunas may protect men against dementia; Yet another knock against acid-blockers--they may interfere with cancer treatments; Why are lawyers suing drug companies when takers of acid-blockers develop kidney failure? Following multiple social media sites may be a recipe for anxiety, depression. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
December 23, 2016
Danish study finds increased stroke risk with PPI use; "The Scarlet Nutrient:" a critical look at the evidence to reevaluate vitamin A recommendations in pregnancy and beyond.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
December 21, 2016
Magnesium saved my life from an almost fatal asthma attack!...After I found out I had Crohn’s disease, I started taking Fisol (enteric-coated fishoil). My most recent colonoscopy shows no indication of Crohn’s anymore!...Which is the best diet, Paleo or Mediterranean? Are there any current documented “Blue Zones" supporting the Paleo Diet? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 17, Part 1
December 19, 2016
New study dispels myth that Santa only visits children who are nice; Why high-protein diets sometimes fail; Yoga helps pre-hypertension; A non-insulin dependent diabetic complains that he now needs insulin; What's the difference between Superbeets and Heart Greens? Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract for immune support, cardiovascular prevention. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In
December 16, 2016
Hoffman Center Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers this listener question: "I recently came across emu oil as a supplement and read that it has the perfect ratio of omega 3 and 6 naturally. Can I just take the emu oil instead of taking omega 3 and omega 6 separately?" Submit your questions for future episodes to RadioProgram@aol.com.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
December 14, 2016
My husband has extreme cramps (Charlie horse) and spasms, what can he take for this? He just started taking blood pressure medicine 4 months ago...What’s causing severe cramps in my calves and ankles at bedtime? What do you think of taking mega doses of vitamin C, beneficial or a protocol for enriched urine? I read that one “health food” I should be avoiding is soy, what is your take on this? Click HERE for part 1.