Supplements

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 19, Part 1
October 21, 2019
1 in 5 Americans reports debilitating anxiety—magnesium offers natural alternative to medication; Some question “routine” colonoscopies; Do soy supplements prevent—or promote—breast cancer? NAC improves sperm quality; For best birth outcomes—avoid alcohol months before conception; Certain BP meds up risk for suicide; Which choline supplement is best vs. dementia? Mediterranean diet vs. skin cancer; Tomato phytonutrients counter UV skin damage. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
October 16, 2019
Cortisone shots for joints not as safe as once thought; Critique of American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association risk calculators. Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

I have abnormal results on endoscopy of my esophagus and stomach. Will taking NAD cause cancer?; Thank you for your modalities on autoimmunity!; I eat a big breakfast but I still want more even though my stomach is full. What gives?; What are your thoughts about the 24-hour iodine test on skin? Is it valid or out of date?; How do I go about finding a family doctor who takes a proactive approach to healthcare? Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 12, Part 2
October 14, 2019
Why downloading Intelligent Medicine podcasts might slow or prevent age-related memory loss; Overkill: Unnecessary radiation for thyroid cancer and excess antibiotics for pneumonia; Nutritional Outrage of the Week: Ben & Jerry’s “vegan” Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough; Probiotics prevent ear infections in kids; The amazing benefits of “post-biotics”; Does a high C-Reactive Protein mean you need to take a statin? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Heart Palpitations
October 9, 2019
I have a heterozygous PCSK9 mutation. Do you have any thoughts on the new PCSK9 inhibitors?; I get heart palpitations after I eat. My doctor told me to ignore it, but why does it happen after I eat?; My PSA went up to a 3.9 from 2.7 and I'm reluctant to have a biopsy. Are there any non-invasive tests that could give me a sense of how serious this is?; I have fungus infection in several toes and have tried everything for it. I've decided to take terbinafine but this can be hard on the liver. Are there any supplements to take to mitigate the dangers?; Do you agree with Beth Shirley from your recent podcast that arginine is not helpful for nitric oxide production? And what exactly is in Viagra that makes it so effective? Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In: Body Shape v. BMI
October 4, 2019
What is the difference between nicotinamide riboside (NR) and nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN)? How these NAD+ precursors measure up; Plus, body shape vs. BMI as risk predictor in women.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Calcium
October 2, 2019
What is the latest on taking all that calcium? Is it still bad for arteries?; What are your thoughts about L-serine. Is it all it's cracked up to be?; My creatine kinase (CK) is always above 400 even though I stopped taking my cholesterol medication for 2 months. Why? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Hypothyroidism

Is it necessary to take the cofactors of calcium at the same time as taking calcium?; Can I take NT Factor if I had breast cancer and my tumor was estrogen receptive? It contains soy.; I had cardiac ablation less than a week ago and feel wiped out. What supplements would you recommend to help me get back in the game?; I've just been diagnosed with hypothyroidism. I don't want to take any medications because I feel great and don't want to mess with my health. Your thoughts? Click HERE for part 1.

CBD and PTSD, Part 1
October 1, 2019
Stuart Tomc, VP of Human Nutrition and National Educator from PlusCBD Oil by CV Sciences, has an update on the latest hemp extract research. He brings very encouraging findings in the areas of Cannabidiol in the Treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. And Cannabidiol in Anxiety and Sleep. Click HERE for part 2.

CBD and PTSD, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Stuart Tomc, VP of Human Nutrition and National Educator from PlusCBD Oil by CV Sciences. Click HERE for part 1.