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Leyla Weighs In
December 4, 2015
The ingredients list on the soy milk I drink show that carrageenan has been replaced with something called gellan gum. What is that? Does it have any impact on health? How much D-Mannose should I be taking each day for urinary tract infection? More reasons to include aerobic exercise: prevention of Alzheimer's disease.
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Natural Solutions to Neuro-Developmental Problems, Part 1
December 3, 2015
Dr. Martha Herbert, author of "The Autism Revolution," is a pediatric neurologist and assistant professor of neurology at Harvard Medical School. She is a classically-trained neuroscientist with a naturopath’s passion for applying natural solutions to neuro-developmental problems of children. Her Body Brain Resilience Center in Cambridge, Massachusetts is pioneering biomedical treatment and research for autism spectrum disorder. Why are current models for research into autism inadequate? What roles do environmental pollution, poor diet and genetic susceptibility play in autism? Can pre-conceptual planning head off neuro-developmental disorders? What role does the microbiome play in childhood cognitive problems? With sophisticated brain-imaging techniques at her disposal, Dr. Herbert plans research into causes and cures. Her Documenting Hope Film Project will attempt to illustrate the potential of natural interventions to reverse childhood illnesses—not just autism but also diabetes, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and obesity. Click HERE for part 2.
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Natural Solutions to Neuro-Developmental Problems, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Martha Herbert, author of "The Autism Revolution." Click HERE for part 1.
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
December 2, 2015
Leaky gut causes a wide variety of health problems: how do you treat it? Testosterone shots are causing weakness and fatigue, why? What’s the optimal dose of vitamin K for calcium absorption and bone growth? Am I a good candidate for dental implants with my 5 coronary stents? Click HERE for part 2.
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
What’s the downside of carrageenan? How can I prevent/relieve canker sores? My dermatologist recommend nicotinamide for prevention of non-melanoma skin cancer--are nicotinamide and niacinamide the same? Any supplements to help aneurysms? Click HERE for part 1.
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Natural Treatment for Hypertension, Part 1
December 1, 2015
Everything you ever wanted to know about natural treatment for hypertension. Dr. Kathy Padgitt, a classically-trained nephrologist who is certified by the American Society of Hypertension, embraces natural therapies for high blood pressure in her practice, The Center for Lifestyle Medicine (tc4lc.com). Why do so many Americans get hypertension? What are good blood pressure numbers? Is there no one-size-fits-all? Is it detrimental to treat over-aggressively? What are major risk factors for hypertension? How does sleep fit in? Stress reduction? Exercise? Diet? What are the most important supplements for hypertension? Click HERE for part 2.
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Natural Treatment for Hypertension, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Kathy Padgitt, a classically-trained nephrologist who is certified by the American Society of Hypertension, and embraces natural therapies for high blood pressure. Click HERE for part 1.
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
November 25, 2015
Hypertension and chronic low potassium. What do you think of negative ion bracelets, is it just hype? Should citrates be avoided by people with gout? Click HERE for part 2.
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
Can Ostinol help to prevent bone loss in my jaw? Are E-cigarettes as bad as regular cigarettes? How often should I get a follow-up CT heart scan? Click HERE for part 1.
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The Holidays: A Prolonged Assault on Our Microbiome, Part 1
November 24, 2015
The holidays are beginning, and so starts a prolonged assault on our microbiome. The bacteria that inhabit our gastrointestinal tracts are responsible not just for proper digestion, but also for mood, metabolism, weight, and immunity. Martie Whittekin, Board-Certified Clinical Nutritionist, author, and host of her own nationally-syndicated talk radio show, Healthy by Nature (www.HBNShow.com) describes the many functions served by our internal microbial community; how stress, junk food, sugar, alcohol, acid-blockers, chemically treated tap water, unnatural birth practices, vacations to exotic venues and toxic food additives can threaten our microbiome. What role do probiotics play? How to select the proper probiotic? What are PRE-biotics? What are bacteriocins? How, when, and in what quantity should you take probiotics? What role does aloe vera play in restoring GI health? Click HERE for part 2.
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