Kidneys

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for May 9, Part 2
May 11, 2020
That “immunity passport” may be an elusive goal; Sobering facts about coronavirus tests; Is the emphasis on obesity as a “comorbidity” prompting fat-shaming? Will seniors and those with medical conditions be forced to stay at home for the sake of “risk stratification”? How commonly used acid blockers increase the risk of dementia; Is there a good supplement for seniors? For teenagers? Reversing age-related decline of kidney function; Oregano as a coronavirus preventive; The good news about asthma and Covid-19; Aged Garlic Extract scores in new studies demonstrating cardiovascular protection. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Continuing COVID-19 Coverage on the Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for May 2, Part 2
May 4, 2020
Vegan activists claim closure of meat plants will enhance the health of Americans; Is bathing in Epsom salts bad for renal failure? Are men with facial hair more likely to harbor coronavirus? Covid-19 linked to atypical strokes in young adults; Coronavirus pandemic may prove a boon to the supplement industry as Americans turn to self-care.Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Kidney Function, Fish Oil, Roundup and More
March 4, 2020
What strategies do you recommend to increase glomerular filtration rate (GFR) to restore kidney function?; Should I take glutamine and arginine before surgery? What about after surgery?; Can omega 3 fish oil be taken with Eliquis?; I've used Roundup over the last 20 years and now am having lower gut issues. How should I have this checked out? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for January 4, Part 1
January 6, 2020
2020 diet buzzwords: Intermittent Fasting (IF) and Time-Restricted Feeding (TRF); Americans eat non-stop, consume 1/3 of calories as snacks, drink their calories; The “protein leverage hypothesis” may explain why you overeat; Hot chili peppers cut death risk; All those new hospital mergers don’t boost efficiency, patient satisfaction; Drugs hastily approved at year-end deadline more often withdrawn or given black box warnings; “Borderline creatinine”—does it matter? What to do for elusive abdominal pain? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for December 14, Part 2
December 16, 2019
Sugary beverages—even fruit juice and diet drinks—increase diabetes risk. A 71-year-old caller seeks answers for his progressive muscle loss; Teen diet may be key to prevention of Alzheimer’s Disease; High-dose vitamin D doesn’t prompt kidney stones, high blood calcium; Pistachios protect telomeres; Blueberries vs. metabolic syndrome; Bacopa for CFS; Want some plastic microparticles with that tea? Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Kidneys, Hypothyroidism and Osteoporosis
December 4, 2019
Big changes coming to supplement dosages next year: International Units migrating to Micrograms/milligrams; Besides taking Strontium and Bone Builder for osteoporosis, what else can I be doing to help my bones?; Is it necessary to have my thyroid checked twice a year rather than once a year to manage hypothyroidism?; What supplements or foods should I take to support my kidneys? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Mummies!
November 13, 2019
Can you comment on the article about mummies having atherosclerosis?; Help! I am plagued by insomnia!; My wife has diabetes, underwent a kidney transplant, and has Baastrup's disease and bursitis. What should she do/take?; Could you discuss Bile Acid Diarrhea? Many times people with IBS-D really have BAD which is often underdiagnosed. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Kidney Stones
October 23, 2019
Vindicated! Fish oil supplements found helpful for reducing cardiac events; Help! I have relentless kidney stones!; Do you recommend Bergamot or Berberine to lower cholesterol and are either good for lowering HgbA1c?; Is naringenin okay to take with atorvastatin? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2
October 16, 2019
I have abnormal results on endoscopy of my esophagus and stomach. Will taking NAD cause cancer?; Thank you for your modalities on autoimmunity!; I eat a big breakfast but I still want more even though my stomach is full. What gives?; What are your thoughts about the 24-hour iodine test on skin? Is it valid or out of date?; How do I go about finding a family doctor who takes a proactive approach to healthcare? Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Fecal Transplant
July 10, 2019
My 19-year-old granddaughter came down with a kidney infection, cystitis and kidney stones. What do you recommend?; With so many folks using gourmet salts like Himalayan, where are they getting their iodine?; I have SIBO and am not willing to take antibiotics. I'm considering a fecal transplant. What are your thoughts? Click HERE for part 1.