Nutrition & Weight

ENCORE: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Fats and Oils, Part 1
July 26, 2018
Everything you ever wanted to know about fats and oils, with Diana Noland, RD, MPH, CCN, LD: What’s the difference between saturated and polyunsaturated fats? What did the American Heart Association get wrong when they suggested we substitute vegetable oils for butter? Why are some saturated fats particularly good for you? What makes polyunsaturated fats vulnerable to rancidity and oxidation? Are Omega 6 oils necessarily bad for you? What of the much-vaunted Omega 3:6 ratio? Can you overdo it with Omega 3 supplementation? Should we be emphasizing EPA or DHA? Refined vegetable oils vs. natural sources of omega 6 fats—how to choose. Are all monounsaturated fats equal? What are the surprising drawbacks of canola oil? What food sources act as “Trojan Horses” for harmful fats? What are SPMs and how do they combat inflammation? Does arachidonic acid deserve its bad rep? What is GLA and for what conditions is it important? Why, when it comes to fats, individualized nutrition is important. Click HERE for the Nolan Nutrition Dietary Fat Survey. Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Fats and Oils, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Diana Noland, RD, MPH, CCN, LD. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
July 25, 2018
"Fat Consumption is the Only Cause of Weight Gain"—Really?? Are there any benefits to using fermented turmeric? "I'm going to South India soon. Should I get vaccinations? Which ones?; "My mother washes her hands excessively, could you discuss OCD?" Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for July 21, Part 1
July 23, 2018
How old you feel may be more important than how old you actually are; Which drug therapies are best for colitis? When a breast cancer patient can’t tolerate hormone-blocker drugs; Mediterranean diet may improve teens’ grades; Natural alternatives for dry eye; Supplements for Sjogren’s Syndrome; Fruits and vegetables vs. breast cancer; L-glutamine for sickle cell disease. Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for July 21, Part 2

A cardiologist argues “Carbohydrates are killing us”; What did stone agers really eat? Research reveals high-fat diet, but early adoption of grains; Supplements for pregnancy; Mothers’ microbiome impacts risk for kids’ autism; Does NT Factor combat medication-induced fatigue in patients taking heart drugs? Doctors give patients only 11 seconds to explain reason for visit before interrupting them; Beef jerky and processed meat associated with manic episodes; What vaccination schedule for kids? What’s the role of the amino acid l-threonine? Buy-out regret: owners of small vitamin companies rue their decision to be acquired by big conglomerates; Watching food shows may prompt weight gain. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Is completing a triathlon within your grasp? Part 1
July 17, 2018
At age 60, Sue Reynolds found herself overweight and exhausted. After a lifetime of yo-yo dieting, she weighed 335 pounds. Now, four years later, she has lost 200 pounds and is a competitive triathlete, ambassador for USA Triathlon. Sue describes what prompted her journey, how she slowly initiated exercise after a lifetime of sedentary habits. She relates how counting calories failed her, and what diet ultimately proved sustainable. How has she sustained her weight loss when so many overweight people have failed? What psychological obstacles did she overcome to envision herself as a normal weight person? How has triathlon competition solidified her commitment to a healthy lifestyle? Can anyone aspire to a triathlon, no matter what their age or previous conditioning? Learn why Sue eschewed crash dieting and embraced a program of slow, steady weight loss. How did coaching help her hone her athletic skills? Sue encourages people to visit www.mytimetotri.com to learn how they can set a personal goal to compete in a triathlon. She is currently writing an inspirational book about her experiences. Learn more at www.triathlon200.com and www.dreambigtriathloncoaching.com. Click HERE for part 2.

Is completing a triathlon within your grasp? Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Sue Reynolds of www.triathlon200.com. Click HERE for part 1.

Leyla Weighs In: Meal Replacement Shakes
July 13, 2018
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers this listener question: I've been making a meal replacement shake with raw greens, fruit, nuts, protein powder and fats like coconut and avocado oil. I do this to make sure I get enough nutritious food for the day. Is this a good idea? Will the uncooked greens such as spinach and kale contribute to oxalate build up in my kidneys, increasing my risk of kidney stones?

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
July 4, 2018
Mediterranean diet proven heart-healthy, then article is retracted. Time to ditch the Mediterranean diet?; A listener asks “Can you shed light on what is making me so tired?” What supplements do you recommend for naturally increasing nitric oxide production?; A listener who had and heart attack and recently developed heart palpitations. Any remedies?; Does strontium misleadingly impact DEXA scores? Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2

If insufficient sleep can contribute to Alzheimer's, is taking Klonopin preferable to sleep deprivation? Is there any downside to taking magnesium citrate for constipation instead a polyethylene glycol laxative? How to fuel your workout: if not eating before cardio facilitates fat-burning, what’s the best meal timing for optimal strength training? Click HERE for part 1.