Immunity

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 29, Part 1
March 2, 2020
Coronavirus threatens international pandemic: The good, the bad and the uncertain; Is it man-made? Should you worry? Who’s at risk? Will it abate? Computer-modeling of simple handwashing shows it could stem the tide of infections; Protocol for removing plaque from the carotid arteries; Healthy lifestyle adds disease-free years to men and women. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: The Effects of Diet on Lifespan, Part 1
February 27, 2020
"The Longevity Diet," by Dr. Valter Longo, Director of the Longevity Institute at USC. The focus of his lifetime research has been to examine the effects of diet on lifespan. Drawing from molecular biology, the study of centenarians worldwide, and experimental research on animals and humans, he concludes that our modern diet and constant consumption have thwarted the body’s innate ability to regenerate itself at the cellular and organ levels. Caloric deprivation is part of our evolutionary heritage; our bodies are programmed to “reboot” in response to periods of nutritional insufficiency. But long-term caloric restriction (CR) has proven a mixed bag; it leaves some individuals frail and immuno-suppressed. As a healthier, more practical and more palatable alternative, he proposes a fasting mimicking diet (FMD), which restricts nutrient intake just enough for short intervals to switch on the body’s repair and rejuvenation capabilities. The FMD has demonstrated efficacy for weight loss, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, MS and Alzheimer’s; it may have broader applications to inflammatory and auto-immune disorders that are associated with aging. How often should the FMD be implemented? How does the Prolon program of FMD foods harness the benefits of periodic fasting without the risks associated with traditional fasts? What’s the ideal anti-aging diet for otherwise healthy adults? How can the FMD complement the benefits of standard cancer treatments? Why should protein-restriction be less rigorously applied to older individuals? Can time-restricted feeding (TRF) capture some of the benefits of fasting? Can TRF be taken too far? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Ostinol, Plus a Coronavirus Update
February 26, 2020
Update on Coronavirus; The company that makes Ostinol has been sued on the grounds of false advertising. Do you still recommend it? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Reflux

Does vitamin C make laryngeal pharyngeal reflux worse or help? Does aloe vera juice really work for reflux? Should I drink alkaline water?; Do you have an 'Aging' supplement protocol? What would you recommend for a 60-year-old?; If a Xlear nasal spray bottle is used during a cold or illness, should it be discarded? Could I re-catch the cold by using it again? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 22, Part 1
February 24, 2020
Coronavirus: Should you be worried? Health authorities botch containment efforts; Will it spread to the West? Are Third World countries at high risk? IV vitamin C vs. Coronavirus trials underway; This year’s flu shot gets a report card; GI fungal infections; Early life exposure to household cleaners sets stage for childhood asthma; Sauna heat reverses insulin resistance. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 15, Part 1
February 17, 2020
Coronavirus update: Is there a threat of a widespread global pandemic involving the West? Are men more at risk than women? Chinese researcher registers intravenous vitamin C trial; Saunas confer protection against pneumonia; How does one know how well their immune system is functioning? Forget 10,000 steps a day—you can’t walk away from a bad diet; New “smart diaper” harnesses RFID transmitter to notify caregiver when it’s wet; What are the benefits of French Grape Seed Extract? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

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 1: Update on Coronavirus
February 5, 2020
Update on Coronavirus; What do you think of NT Factor? Do you still recommend it?; I use eye drops for dry eyes but what can I take for the twitch in the upper lid of my right eye?; Why do so many supplements contain folate? Are there any consequences to getting so much?; My husband and I take magnesium daily. Why are our blood levels still low? 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.

ENCORE: Natural Immune Support, Part 1
January 2, 2020
AHCC—Active Hexose Correlated Compound. It is one of the world’s most researched nutraceuticals. Dr. Kristine Blanche discusses the ways AHCC boosts immune function, in conditions ranging from viruses to cancer, and age-related immune decline. Studies show AHCC reduces the frequency and severity of herpes, HPV, and shingles; it enhances vaccine response in older patients; it reduces chemo and radiation side effects without diminishing the efficacy of conventional cancer treatments; and it offsets the deleterious effects of stress on immune competence. Is AHCC inadvisable for patients with autoimmunity? What’s the evidence for its anti-inflammatory effects? Can it be used with other medications? How does it differ from other mushroom-derived products and herbs like Astragalus and Echinacea? How much should you take? Click HERE for part 2.