Supplements

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Cytokine Storm
May 27, 2020
Unintended consequences of the pandemic lockdowns; We hear that wearing masks is not for ourselves, but others. Is it true that masks don't protect us from the virus?; Should I take my elderberry supplement daily, like I do vitamin C?; Would taking a lot of zinc exacerbate or dampen a cytokine storm?; Do you always develop antibodies when exposed to a virus?; If my children and grandchildren are quarantining, and I'm quarantining, can we get together for a meal? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Prevent Ongoing Hearing Loss

My husband's toes hurt periodically which makes it difficult to do some yoga positions. What are your thoughts?; What can I take to prevent ongoing hearing loss?; What do you think of using 600 mg ipriflavone as part of an osteoporosis protocol?; What do you recommend for spinal degenerative disc disease with spinal arthritis?; Doesn't taking a lot of zinc adversely impact copper absorption? How much copper should I be taking? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for May 23, Part 2
May 25, 2020
Low-carb and low-glycemic diets outperform low-fat diets for cardiovascular prevention; Carb quality more important than carb quantity for diabetes control; Additional benefit of low-GI diets—improved sleep quality; Two apples per day keep the cardiologist away; Low-fat diets recommended by the American Heart Association shown to lower testosterone; Exercise improves brain function; Vitamin D and probiotics curb gestational diabetes; How much vitamin D and green tea for breast cancer prevention? Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In: Cancer and Metabolism
May 22, 2020
Fasting plus vitamin C for hard-to-treat cancers according to study; The impact of metabolism on cancer.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: The Supplements Dr. Hoffman Takes
May 20, 2020
What supplements do you take?; What formulation of calcium would be appropriate for my 80-year-old mother?; What tests would you order for someone experiencing anxiety?; What are the pros if any, and cons of palm oil? Click HERE for part 1.

The Science of Immune Health, Part 1
May 19, 2020
Clinical Pharmacist, Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist, and Immune Health Expert Jim LaValle on the science of immune health. What is the immune system comprised of? How are immune cells weakened? What are ways to increase our immune system resilience? What supplements help optimize your immune system? How has the chemistry of aging garlic been shown in clinical studies to reduced inflammation and improve immune function? Click HERE for part 2.

The Science of Immune Health, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Clinical Pharmacist, Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist, and Immune Health Expert Jim LaValle. Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for May 16, Part 1
May 18, 2020
Age is a risk factor for Covid-19, but regardless of your age, “metabolic fitness” confers resistance; A surprisingly tiny percentage of Americans meet the criteria for optimal metabolic fitness; Why are thousands of people signing up to be deliberately exposed to coronavirus? What’s the difference between vitamin D2 and vitamin D3? Why do men sometimes get breast cancer? Why are the homeless not dying in droves of Covid-19? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for May 16, Part 2

Hydroxychloroquine: New studies yield conflicting results—whether you’re willing to take it may depend on your party affiliation; Why are men more likely to be hospitalized for Covid-19, and die disproportionately? Is there any danger from elderberry causing cytokine storm? Surprise results of a study showing health professionals don’t die of Covid-19 in greater numbers than general populace; 3 new studies show protective benefits of Aged Garlic Extract (Kyolic) in diabetics at risk of cardiovascular disease. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In: Vitamin D Insufficiency and COVID-19
May 15, 2020
Vitamin D insufficiency may be prevalent in severe COVID-19 cases; The many impacts of low vitamin D levels.