Supplements

Nature’s Answer to Cancer, Part 1
November 1, 2016
Dr. Ajay Goel describes his research on curcumin. His book, “Curcumin: Nature’s Answer to Cancer and Other Chronic Diseases” examines the role of this versatile nutraceutical, not just in cancer prevention and treatment, but for depression, Alzheimer’s and dementia, arthritis and joint pain, diabetes and obesity, heart disease, and inflammatory bowel disease. What advantages does curcumin offer over conventional cancer drugs via its multiple modes of action against tumor cells? Is it compatible with chemotherapy? Why does curcumin seem work in a multiplicity of conditions? How do new forms of curcumin overcome limitations to its bio-availability? Are there any contraindications to its use? Is there a growing acceptance of curcumin among conventional doctors? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 29, Part 1
October 31, 2016
Consumption of dark roast coffee protects DNA from strand breaks; Lycopene supplements reverse LDL oxidation; Do greens, seaweed and soy damage the thyroid? I'm going for a physical--what tests should I ask for? I did the Whole30 diet--now what? Martie Whittekin, author of "The Probiotic Cure"--weighs in on Halloween diet perils, repairing the microbiome. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 29, Part 2

Omega 3 supplements help the brain's glymphatic system, protect against neurotoxicity; What to do about foul flatus? Diet for gout; Is there sugar in coconut kefir? What to do about dizziness; Despite negative press, supplement use remains stable among U.S. consumers; Resveratrol lowers testosterone in polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) more than birth control pills, metformin; Concern that radiation from too many CT scans can lead to Alzheimer's. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
October 27, 2016
Why does one have to continually take probiotics, wouldn’t the gut eventually be seeded with good bacteria? Why does heart valve replacement not cause an immunological reaction? And is it necessary to take blood thinners? Will taking olive leaf extract cure herpes? What is your opinion of the nightshades, healthy and delicious, or dangerous?Click HERE for part 1.

Medical and Nutritional Update for October, Part 1
October 17, 2016
Is low-fat cheese preferable for the heart? Have a big lunch, lose more weight; The Glycemic Index—is it doomed? Why can’t fat people build muscle? Do high doses of vitamin D cause kidney stones? Click HERE for part 2.

Medical and Nutritional Update for October, Part 2

Supplementing moms with DHA reduces kids’ likelihood of ADHD; Is red meat really bad for you? Are substance abusers more likely to crave sugar? Can taking vitamin D help you shed pounds? Click HERE for part 1.

Part 2: Price Fixing in the Vitamin Industry
October 13, 2016
Price-fixing among vitamin manufacturers: Are supplement consumers getting gouged by international cartels? In a blast from the past, Dr. Hoffman interviews a former college roommate, Jon Jacobson, who is now a partner at Wilson, Sonsini, Goodrich and Rosati, a prestigious NY law firm specializing in antitrust litigation. Jon dishes on the history of price-fixing within the vitamin industry and its implications for the consumer. Is this case headed for the Supreme Court? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
October 5, 2016
What’s the best diet for IBS, FODMAPS or Specific Carbohydrate Diet? How can I lower my fasting glucose? I eat salmon or sardines four days a week, do I still need a fish oil supplement? How can I efficiently lower my LDL cholesterol? Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: The Folic Acid Controversy, Part 1
October 4, 2016
Is old-fashioned folic acid obsolete? Are newer forms like 5MTHF and folinic acid worth the premium price tag? Are all forms of MTHF equally efficacious? What to look for in an MTHF supplement? Why all the buzz over “methylation”? What role does genetic testing for MTHFR defects play in determining the need for premium forms of folate? Is the FDA out to restrict the supplement industry to just folic acid? What conditions can folate treat? Where does homocysteine fit in to the picture? What companion nutrients should be taken with folate? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: The Folic Acid Controversy, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Thomas Guilliams exploring the folic acid controversy. Click HERE for part 1.