Vitamin B

Leyla Weighs In: Can Your Liver Impact Your Risk for Alzheimer’s?
August 17, 2018
Use of a common biomarker may overestimate B12 deficiency in certain patients; Alzheimer's disease risk impacted by the liver; Omega-3s could help kids reduce disruptive behavior.

Leyla Weighs In: Ending Painful Headaches
August 10, 2018
High dose vitamin B1 clears up 26 years of painful headaches - a case report; Vitamin B3 may lower a dangerous type of lipoprotein; Diagnosis of amino acid deficiency diseases gain attention; High dose vitamin C kills liver cancer cells.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
August 8, 2018
Is iodine really safe for our gut microbiota? Is there any concern that high amounts of iodine can harm the thyroid? Can supplements like berberine and oregano be taken long-term without destroying beneficial bacteria in the gut? Woman's body temperature is in the 96-degree range and she often has bouts of shivering, she also has rheumatoid arthritis. Suggestions for axonal neuropathy pain relief. Abnormally high B6 levels. Click HERE for part 2.

Leyla Weighs In: The Diverse Benefits of Vitamin C
June 8, 2018
Vitamin C benefits immunity in diverse ways; Vitamin C shown to improve blood sugar control in diabetics; Vitamin B2 protects heart tissue after heart attack by turning on protective genes.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
February 7, 2018
I'm a 72-year-old male recently diagnosed with diverticulitis, what can I do to minimize my chances of recurrence? My wife is 12 weeks pregnant and found to have very high levels of B12 which are claimed by some to be associated with autism, should she stop taking her multi? My 40-year-old daughter-in-law needs to have gallbladder surgery, what protocols do you recommend so she can heal faster afterward? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
January 31, 2018
High-fat diet may fuel spread of prostate cancer--but which types of fats? Another resource for treating blepharitis. Can you speak about supplements or herbs that should be avoided by those with high blood pressure? The prep for colonoscopy causes disruption of the microbiome, can it ever recover fully after the procedure? I have more energy on a B complex supplement than on the methylated versions of B12 and folate alone, why is that? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
December 13, 2017
Food deserts vs. food swamps: which is worse for health? I've heard vitamin B1 is effective in preventing Alzheimer's, what is your opinion? Should pregnant women avoid cold cuts and certain cheeses? Click HERE for part 2.

The Inside-Outside Nature of Immune Health, Part 1
November 29, 2017
Immune Health: how do we protect ourselves & our families as we enter the Fall & Winter months? Pharmacist, clinical nutritionist, health educator, and Scientific Advisor for Essential Formulas Inc., Dr. Ross Pelton, R.PH, CCN looks at the internal as well as the external factors that affect our immune health and well-being. Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 28, Part 2
October 30, 2017
Antibiotics cause cellular damage, but antioxidants help; How much alcohol is safe during pregnancy? Individuals with even mild depression experience more health declines after disasters; Flesh-eating bacteria claims victims in wake of Houston floods; B vitamins help preserve cognitive health; Zona Plus for hypertension; Can you be allergic to vitamin C? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for August 26, Part 1
August 28, 2017
Do B vitamins really cause lung cancer? If you swim in a brominated pool, do you need to take extra iodine? Do cancer patients who opt for alternatives do worse than patients getting standard care? Is it true that 97% of patients with hypothyroidism have Hashimoto's? Do women with slightly elevated cholesterol need statin drugs? What impact do almonds have on cardiovascular risk? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.