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Achieving Normal, Healthy Blood Pressure, Part 2
April 23, 2020
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Matthew Budoff, Professor of Preventive Cardiology at UCLA, about the results of a study evaluating the effects of Berkeley Life nitric oxide supplements on hypertensive patients. Click HERE for part 1.
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Coronavirus, Soap and IV Vitamin C
April 22, 2020
Update on COVID-19; Is it true that soap can "dissolve" the virus?; What are your thoughts on hospitals including IV vitamin C in treating COVID-19? Click HERE for part 2.
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: COVID-19 and More
A test for whether or not to wear a mask; Is the Copper Grill Mat the same as Teflon?; I read that folks who drink low fat and skim milk have longer telomeres. Is this true?; Is there a natural cure for mycosis fungoides?; I wheeze and cough after a run. Is this exercise-induced asthma? Click HERE for part 1.
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The Role “Metabolic Fitness” Plays In Resistance to the Coronavirus, Part 1
April 21, 2020
In the wake of the largest study of its kind that demonstrates that obesity is the single biggest factor that lands people with Covid-19 in the hospital, we discuss the role that “metabolic fitness” plays in resistance to the coronavirus with Dr. Loren Marks, Functional Medicine chiropractor in New York City. Dr. Marks makes the case for the protective effects of certain nutrients: vitamins A, C, D, zinc and n-acetyl cysteine. Is there a potential for excessive immune stimulation resulting in cytokine storm? What’s Dr. Marks doing personally to maintain fitness during the lockdown? What’s the role of the microbiome in maintaining immune health? How does the “gut/lung axis” influence resistance to respiratory pathogens? What are some of the genetic determinants of susceptibility to Covid-19? Click HERE for part 2.
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The Role “Metabolic Fitness” Plays In Resistance to the Coronavirus, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Loren Marks, Functional Medicine chiropractor in New York City. Click HERE for part 1.
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Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for April 18, Part 1
April 20, 2020
A call to action: COVID-19 is truly a lifestyle disease. Americans are experiencing unprecedented levels of stress—what are some natural options for mood support? What happens when your elective surgery is delayed because of the lockdown? Optimizing metabolic fitness—are the stay-at-home orders interfering with the exercise we need to bolster our immune systems? Patients with no symptoms caused 44% of coronavirus cases; The nitric oxide connection to immunity. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.
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Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for April 18, Part 2
Demolishing a dozen viral myths about the coronavirus: gloves, bioweapon conspiracy theories, is Bill Gates to blame? Can supplements boost immunity to dangerous levels? Do you need to scrub your groceries? Will that takeout burrito give you COVID-19? What’s gloves got to do with it? Can flushing toilets spread contagion? The good news—many of us may already have been exposed; The bad news—we don’t know whether exposure confers immunity—or how long it’ll last. Those antibody tests—are they ready for primetime? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.
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Leyla Weighs In: Increase Your pH Levels to Fight Against Viruses?
April 17, 2020
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers these listener questions: Could you discuss the benefits of collagen and also recommend a probiotic?; How do I know if I'm taking too much folate?; Since viruses can't survive as well in an alkaline blood environment, would you recommend any action to proactively increase the pH level in our bodies, such as taking apple cider vinegar every day?
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The Applicability of Nutrients to Coronavirus, Part 1
April 16, 2020
Dr. Thomas Guilliams, author of "Supplementing Dietary Nutrients: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals" (www.pointinstitute.org) has been devoting considerable thought lately to the applicability of nutrients to the coronavirus pandemic; he shares advice about general nutritional support for immune defense, and then offers suggestions specific to COVID-19. Is there a danger of over-stimulating the immune system and risking ”cytokine storm”? What roles for A, C, D, zinc? What about melatonin, curcumin, NAC, alpha-lipoic acid, astragalus, Andrographis, mushroom extracts and beta-glucans products? As Vice President for Scientific Affairs for Ortho Molecular Products, he’s witnessing first hand some of the production bottlenecks and shortages the supplement industry is experiencing—there’s been a surge in demand for nutritional supplements, especially ones with immune-supportive caché. Click HERE for part 2.
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The Applicability of Nutrients to Coronavirus, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Thomas Guilliams, author of "Supplementing Dietary Nutrients: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals" (www.pointinstitute.org). Click HERE for part 1.
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