Q&A with Leyla

written by Dr. Ronald Hoffman | January 23, 2025

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Shingles Vaccine

  • Highlights from Dr. Hoffman’s west coast bike trip
  • Study: Light flickering promotes sleep and may protect the brain from dementia
  • Could a person be low in omega-6 fats?
  • Do you recommend my husband and I get the latest shingles vaccine?



Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Demodex Mite Infestation

  • What is your take on DMSO?
  • I’m taking Zetia and Crestor and have familial hypercholesterolemia. Can I eat saturated fat?
  • I think I have demodex mite infestation. My doctor says almost everyone has it and they don’t cause issues. What say you?
  • Why do I have to stop taking my supplements before hip replacement surgery?