Thyroid

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Eczema and Psoriasis
October 5, 2022
Save our supplements!; My dermatologist told me to moisturize my rash with Crisco! Isn't that hydrogenated?; Are there natural ways to treat eczema and psoriasis?; Can I stop taking statins or do I have to wean myself off?; Is there a natural way to treat hyperparathyroidism?; My friend just told me to stop taking vitamin D because it's toxic. What say you? Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In: Thyroid Balance
September 23, 2022
A deep dive on thiamin deficiency. Plus, what negatively impacts thyroid function? And how to restore thyroid balance.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Is salt making me fat?
September 21, 2022
Save our Supplements!; What is the lowdown on iodized salt? Do we really need it?; Is salt making me fat?; A recent chest CT scan shows that my thyroid gland is atrophic. What does this mean?; What are your thoughts on stem cell therapy? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Overcoming Horrible Eating Habits
July 13, 2022
Remembering Dr. Stephen Sinatra; Can you offer your thoughts on taking DIM as a post-breast cancer patient with a history of hypothyroidism?; Might an oral dose of 15-20,000 IU of vitamin D be the same as a dose of sunshine?; How do you advise a 70-year-old to start a healthier life when they have horrible eating habits and are a couch potato? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Vitamin D, Fish Oil, and Autoimmunity
January 26, 2022
Study: Vitamin D and fish oil beneficial for autoimmunity; Remembering Dr. John Sarno; Is it true I should avoid ashwagandha due to my thyroid medicine?; What is the efficacy of supplements like TA-65? How can we keep our telomeres healthy? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Low Dose Lithium
December 15, 2021
Study: SARS-CoV-2 spike impairs DNA damage repair and inhibits recombination in vitro; Can low dose lithium be beneficial for mood enhancement for those taking thyroid replacement? Or is it contraindicated?; I recently had a bout of diverticulitis. What can I do to avoid another flare-up?; Is calcium citrate helpful for acid reflux?; What are your thoughts on silicon dioxide added to supplements?; Could you talk about restless legs syndrome? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 11, Part 2
December 13, 2021
Three new books chronicle pandemic missteps; Study reveals Covid targets fat cells; Does physical activity protect against severe Covid? Yogurt vs. hypertension; Why doesn’t DGL licorice raise blood pressure? Curcumin and boswellin vs. diverticulitis; An amino acid that can rescue patients with Covid pneumonia; Pushback begins against proposed NAC ban; Our bodies need exercise to age well; A ten-minute run can aid mental performance; How do you know if you’re taking too much thyroid medication? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In: Change
November 12, 2021
I take thyroid replacement and would like to add Quercetin to my supplement regimen. Is it safe?; Are you ready for change?

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Intractable Vertigo
October 21, 2021
What are your thoughts on the study claiming to reduce thyroid nodules naturally?; Would you comment on the study that states long-term use of NAC led to lung cancer in mice?; Can the side effects of anticholinergic medication be managed by drinking extra water?; I have a relative with intractable vertigo. Any integrative or alternative treatments you would recommend? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: When was the last time you got sick with a cold?
September 9, 2021
Is Xlear nasal spray found to be effective against covid?; I have hyperparathyroidism and high calcium levels. How do I treat my osteopenia without having to take additional calcium?; We hear a lot about how good olive is for us internally. What about externally?; Can you comment on the safety of swab testing for covid since the swabs contain ethylene oxide?; When was the last time you got sick with a cold? Click HERE for part 1.