Expert Interview

Media Distortion and Deception Against Supplements, Part 2
June 12, 2018
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, board-certified internist and nationally known expert in the fields of chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, sleep and pain. Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: The Fibro-Fix, Part 1
June 7, 2018
The Fibro-Fix: Dr. David Brady previews his upcoming summit and book, "The Fibro Fix: Get to the Root of Your Fibromyalgia and Start Reversing Your Chronic Pain and Fatigue in 21 Days." Why is fibromyalgia often misdiagnosed? What other conditions can mask as fibromyalgia? What are some of the ways sufferers can “end-run” fibromyalgia? What role do hormones play? What supplements may help? Is there a stress connection? How can the gut influence the brain in fibromyalgia? How can fibromyalgia sufferers address their sleep troubles naturally? Can diet make a difference? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: The Fibro-Fix, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. David Brady, author of "The Fibro Fix: Get to the Root of Your Fibromyalgia and Start Reversing Your Chronic Pain and Fatigue in 21 Days." Click HERE for part 1.

The Modern Epidemic of Dehydration, Part 1
June 5, 2018
There’s more to optimal hydration than just gulping 8 glasses of water per day. In her new book "Quench: Beat Fatigue, Drop Weight, and Heal Your Body Through the New Science of Optimum Hydration," Dr. Dana Cohen, a New York City Integrative MD, outlines a comprehensive lifestyle approach to addressing what she terms a modern epidemic of dehydration. What are the signs you may need more fluids? What factors promote dehydration? Caffeine? Alcohol? Medications? What lessons can we learn from desert cultures? Doesn’t thirst provide us with adequate feedback about our hydration status? Why should we take a pre-emptive approach to fluid depletion? How do the latest physics findings about the properties of water molecules inform our choices about preferable ways to re-hydrate? What is “structured water”? Are “oxygenated water”, “alkaline water”, “ionized water”, “hydrogen water” and “Smart Water” just marketing hype? What’s wrong with the science behind sports drinks? Is carbonated water harmful? How can you economically obtain the benefits of water in its most biologically active form with natural foods? Dr. Cohen shares case studies of how her patients have reversed chronic ailments with her “5–Day Quench Plan”. Click HERE for part 2.

The Modern Epidemic of Dehydration, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Integrative MD, Dr. Dana Cohen, author of "Quench: Beat Fatigue, Drop Weight, and Heal Your Body Through the New Science of Optimum Hydration." Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Innovative Protocols for Cancer, Part 1
May 31, 2018
Long-time colleague of the late Dr. Nicholas Gonzalez, Linda Isaacs MD, describes their innovative protocols for cancer and other challenging medical conditions. Their approach derives from the pioneering work Dr. William Kelly: Metabolic typing, use of pancreatic enzymes, and detoxification via procedures like the coffee enema. It’s radically different from most “standard” alternative cancer paradigms. Different diets—ranging from vegetarian to high-animal fat—are prescribed according to a patient’s constitution and physiological imbalances. What types of patients are suitable for the Gonzalez/isaacs approach? Why is a one-size-fits-all diet approach inappropriate for treating all cancers? Why are supplements highly-individualized for different patients? What’s the rationale behind coffee enemas? What research supports the effectiveness of these methods? What advice does Dr. Isaacs offer to patients confronted with the dilemma of choosing whether to undertake conventional cancer care, or seek alternatives? Does the protocol help resolve other complex medical problems? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Innovative Protocols for Cancer, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Linda Isaacs, MD, long-time colleague of the late Dr. Nicholas Gonzalez about their innovative protocols for cancer and other challenging medical conditions. Click HERE for part 1.

The Third Leading Cause of Death in America: Medical Errors, Part 1
May 29, 2018
“To Err is Human” is the title of a soon-to-be-released documentary by writer/director/producer Mike Eisenberg. Medical mistakes are estimated to cause as many as 440,000 avoidable deaths in the U.S. each year—making them the #3 leading cause of death, trailing heart disease and cancer. How do these errors arise? How can they be prevented? Why is medicine lagging behind the aviation and nuclear industries in addressing avoidable errors? What lessons can be learned from industries that have successfully undertaken accident prevention programs? How can something as simple as routine hand washing by medical personnel reduce unnecessary infections? Why is the current malpractice system an imperfect deterrent to mistakes? Why should doctors be schooled in admitting errors? What role can patients and their advocates play in curbing this epidemic? How can transparency help eliminate errors? Can technology be harnessed to pre-empt procedural lapses? Click HERE for part 2.

The Third Leading Cause of Death in America: Medical Errors, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Mike Eisenberg, writer/director/producer of the film “To Err is Human.” Click HERE for part 1.

The Scientific Basis for Acupuncture, Part 1
May 24, 2018
Dr. Janet Mindes is a Ph.D. researcher who has focused on the scientific basis of complementary and alternative therapies. Most recently, she co-edited "Integrative Sexual Health," an exploration of natural modalities for optimizing sexual performance. She joins us to discuss acupuncture. How does it work? For what conditions has acupuncture been shown to be helpful? Is it gaining acceptance by the medical community? What are the challenges of doing acupuncture research? What should you look for in an acupuncturist? Additionally, Dr. Mindes weighs in on transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and cranial electrical stimulation (CES), new drugless tools for treating mental and emotional conditions. Click HERE for part 2.