Women's Health

The Frontier of Women’s Health: Understanding the Vaginal Microbiome, Part 1
October 9, 2024
Exploring Women's Health Through Vaginal Microbiome Testing. Dr. Pita Navarro, co-founder and chief science officer at EVVY details the pioneering work of EVVY in advancing women's health by offering home tests for the vaginal microbiome. The conversation delves into the unique aspects of vaginal versus gut microbiomes, challenges in current medical diagnostics for women, and the potential of microbiome testing to provide better insights into reproductive health. Navarro explains EVVY's platform, which uses AI and large databases to analyze patterns and outcomes, helping women understand and optimize their health. They cover topics like the importance of Lactobacillus dominance, correlations between microbiome health and fertility, and the implications for conditions like endometriosis and cervical cancer. The discussion also highlights the impact of feminine care products, antibiotics, and lifestyle factors on the vaginal microbiome, and EVVY's ongoing research to develop data-driven insights. As an Intelligent Medicine listener, Evvy is offering you 10% their state-of-the-art vaginal microbiome test. Just use coupon code IntelligentMed10 at Evvy.com. Click HERE for part 2.

The Frontier of Women’s Health: Understanding the Vaginal Microbiome, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with molecular biologist Pita Navarro, co-founder and Chief Science officer at Evvy, pioneering the research to improve diagnostics and treatments for underserved conditions in the female body. Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
July 21, 2023
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome may be at higher risk of mortality; a deeper dive into PCOS.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Hypothyroidism
May 17, 2023
Is there any relationship between my low ferritin level and my hypothyroidism?; I need to get my mom's prescription renewed, can I do that here?; To add some salt seasoning to food, is organic tamari sauce good to use?; What do you think of apple cider vinegar in the prevention of atherosclerosis?; What organization can I join to show opposition to the bill that could stop the use of medications off-label?; Can I use Flava Naturals in my smoothie even though I have GERD?; Can bioidentical hormone replacement therapy thicken the uterine lining? Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In: Reversing Your Biological Age
May 12, 2023
Diet and lifestyle changes may reverse biological age in middle-aged women. Plus, patients who think positively about aging enhance their cognition and memory.

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Regaining Taste and Smell After Covid
May 10, 2023
What are the expectations from unproven cancer medications?; Who were some of the nutritionists that influenced you early in your medical career?; I'm taking lots of magnesium for cramps in my feet and calves and it's not working. Is there something else I should take?; Why doesn't the FDA like natural thyroid medications? I've been greatly helped by Naturethroid for years; My pregnant daughter took her glucose tolerance test and her result is a low 64. Is this anything to be concerned about?; Any tips for regaining taste and smell after covid? Any supplements you recommend? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Vaginal Atrophy
April 20, 2023
A possible solution for menopause/post-menopause vaginal atrophy; Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage; My doctor has me on three different blood pressure meds making me very tired every afternoon. Any suggestions?; Wearable device heart rate zones. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Menopause
March 22, 2023
Medical interventions as we age; Do you recommend evening primrose oil for menopause? Particularly, sleep, anxiety, and skin aging?; The benefits of GLA. Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for February 18, Part 2: Depression May Be a Mitochondrial Problem
February 20, 2023
Boswellia vs. knee osteoarthritis; Depression may be a mitochondrial problem; Reading to infants improves language skills; Pandemic lockdowns set back conditioning of musculoskeletal disease sufferers; Tinnitus from vax—CDC won’t investigate; New pricey running shoes may increase risk of repetitive stress injury; Biden’s physical—what’s missing; Teens mental distress soars—and may even be underestimated; More women with breast cancer can safely forego radiation therapy. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Practical Solutions to a Condition that Plagues Millions of Women: Urinary Incontinence, Part 1
February 16, 2023
Female Incontinence: It’s time it came out of the shadows, given that nearly 1/2 of women will suffer from it to some extent during their lifetimes. It can cause depression, isolation, and shame, and prompt women to limit essential hydration. Urogynecologist Dr. Jill Rabin, co-author of "Mind Over Bladder: A Step-By-Step Guide to Achieving Continence" argues that women should not be resigned to incontinence—it can be overcome in a majority of cases. Starting with simple, practical lifestyle interventions, graduating to specialized behavior modification and pelvic floor strengthening techniques, and using medications and surgery only where necessary, a variety of solutions are available. New minimally invasive corrective surgeries obviate the need for lengthy hospitalization and recovery. An innovative new technique, Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation (PTNS) borrows from acupuncture to deliver painless electrical stimulation to re-establish urinary control. Click HERE for part 2.