Flu

A Natural Approach to Upper Respiratory Health, Part 1
February 13, 2020
Flu remains a higher threat to U.S. public health than the new coronavirus. Figures released by the CDC this week estimates that at least 19 million people across the U.S. have been sickened by the flu this season leading to over 10,000 deaths and 180,000 hospitalizations. Nathan Jones, Founder & CEO of Xlear, the xylitol-product based company whose revolutionary all-natural approach to upper respiratory health is essential during this cold & flu season, details five tips for avoiding the flu. Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Berberine v. Metformin for Controlling Blood Sugar
January 15, 2020
I have lupus and Sjogren's. Are there any supplements I should avoid?; Is Berberine just as effective at controlling blood sugar as Metformin?; I have COPD. Should I take a flu and pneumonia shot every year as a precaution?; What's the optimum level of testosterone for a 76-year-old male? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for September 28, Part 2
September 30, 2019
Lifetime dietary choline supplementation forestalls cognitive decline; Probiotics found to be cost-effective for reducing flu-like respiratory infections; Sulforaphane supplementation curbs prostate cancer aggressiveness, speeds detox of environmental pollutants; Xylitol nasal application eases weaning off addictive nose sprays; Could mitochondrial support offset the deleterious effects of chronic stress? “Fat genes” predispose to obesity—but fruit and vegetable consumption can partially forestall their effects; Alternatives to prostate biopsy for a caller with rising PSA; Is CBD compatible with anxiety meds? Matcha tea combats anxiety. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for September 21, Part 2
September 23, 2019
Does egg consumption contribute to stroke risk? Vegans and vegetarians may have higher stroke risk; Hand sanitizers offer scant defense against flu; Curcumin for plantar fasciitis; Fluoride and decreased IQ; Horse chestnut for swollen legs; Overweight dogs have overweight masters; Instagram seeks to reign in edgy diet and cosmetic surgery posts to vulnerable youngsters; Eat more vegetables to bolster mental health; Legacy of 9/11 not just cancer, but also cardiovascular disease; Mushrooms shield against prostate cancer; Goop pays $ settlement over sketchy jade vaginal egg claims. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for July 6, Part 2
July 8, 2019
Antibiotics render people more vulnerable to flu virus, increase cardiovascular risk in older women; China controls 80% of world’s drug supply; Scientific evidence that clutter causes anxiety; Good bacteria suppress food allergies; The blood test you’ve never heard of that can predict whether you can forego statins; Coronary calcium score bests cholesterol measurement for heart risk assessment; Fast-tracking approval of pricey new drugs that don’t prolong life; A clinical trial will explore whether NT Factor alleviates fibromyalgia complaints; A test-drive of the Impossible Burger. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In: Quinoa
May 3, 2019
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers this listener question: I've been on a grain free diet for five years and reaped many health benefits including more energy, mental clarity, weight loss, and better digestion. If I start eating quinoa, will it undo all the good I have done?; Plus, a common food additive that may weaken defenses against influenza.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for April 27, Part 2
April 29, 2019
Excess sugar, readily-available pot, lack of exercise stoking epidemic of childhood and adolescent mental conditions—now afflicting 1 of 5. Can diet help avert surgery for diverticulitis? A caller isn’t aware her statin drug prescription may be responsible for her abnormal liver function tests; Elderberry compound helps minimize flu symptoms; Juice fast leaves Israeli woman brain-dead; Can testosterone be safely given to men after prostate cancer? Dark chocolate for high blood pressure; Keto diets help COPD patients breath easier; Food diaries may be the key to diet success; Vitamin C for blood sugar control; IBS sufferers press Congress for research dollars. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
January 9, 2019
Flu shots offered at the Golden Globes? Carrageenan and Irish Moss, what's the difference? How much more research needs to be done in order to "validate" organic food superiority? How much MSM should I be taking?Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 15, Part 1
December 17, 2018
The Centennial of the 1918 Flu Pandemic that killed 50-100 million—are we prepared if it reappears? There’s more to gout prevention than avoidance of red meat; Are claims about the health benefits of camel’s milk for real? Surefire holiday party hangover remedies; CV Sciences, maker of Plus CBD oil, wins coveted Best of Industry Award for hemp-derived phytocannabinoids; CBD proves helpful for Crohn’s Disease and ulcerative colitis; Heart disease risk peaks on Christmas Eve. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for November 17, Part 2
November 19, 2018
Glyphosate in Roundup disrupts intestinal bacteria, causes anxiety-like behaviors in mice; Results of magnesium study confirm effectiveness of new bio-available formulation; Does the chocolate in puddings, cakes, and mousse still confer health benefits? Diet, supplements for Parkinson’s Disease; Is “Cholestepure” a good supplement for heart disease prevention? Sulforaphane vs. the flu; Is longevity inherited? Therapeutic benefits of hugs. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.