Nutrition & Weight

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Do we need milk?
March 18, 2020
Do we need milk?; How long after taking SPMs will it take to see hs-CRP and other inflammatory markers improve?; What are your thoughts about migraine medicines, side effects and their potential to help? Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 14, Part 1
March 16, 2020
Do we really need 3 cups of low-fat dairy daily as the Dietary Guidelines stipulate? Drinking tea improves brain connectivity, reduces stroke risk; DUH story of the month: Processed food triggers obesity (ya think?); Cocoa vs. claudication; Sleep trackers foster “orthosomnia”; Which nuts are best for heart health? Do vitamin and mineral patches really work? Green tea vs. fatty liver. Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for March 14, Part 2

Balance of Nature, maker of “fruit and veggie pills,” receives strong warnings from the FDA—re: their audacious claims that their products cure various serious diseases, as well as quality control issues; Keeping your brain healthy—with a low-Glycemic Index diet, Mediterranean style foods, and avoidance of trans-fats; U.S. healthcare system wastes nearly a trillion dollars in avoidable costs; Scared to deliver your baby in the hospital amid the current Coronavirus epidemic? New study confirms that home births safe for low-risk pregnancies; Beer before wine, or wine before beer—which minimizes the risk of a hangover? Taking probiotics can reduce impact of viral diseases, reducing costs associated with downtime and hospitalization for upper respiratory infections. Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Collagen Peptides
March 11, 2020
What do you think of collagen peptides for skin? My sister-in-law swears by them!; I'm 79-years-old with a homocysteine of 8. How much folate should I take to lower it? How much is too much?; I'm 59-years-old with "degenerative changes in the digits". Is there something more I should be taking other than fish oil and curcumin? Should I refrain from strength training?; What are the benefits of taking L-glutamine with whey protein? Should I take them before or after exercise?; What medications do you prescribe, if any, for Inflammatory Bowel Disease in conjunction with the Specific Carbohydrate Diet?; I have severe osteoporosis and my doctor wants me to take Forteo but I'm afraid of the side effects. Is there anything else I can do?; My daughter's 28-year-old boyfriend was found to have a 2 mm polyp on his gallbladder after suffering abdominal pain and vomiting; What are your thoughts on regenerative treatments for a meniscus tear in my left knee? Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 29, Part 2
March 2, 2020
Leading presidential candidates are all 70 plus—are they fit for Presidency? What critical information is missing from Bernie Sanders‘ health disclosure? Caller with polyps asks for advice on preventing colon cancer; Is too much B12 bad for you? Protocol for reversing Barrett’s esophagus; Keto diet vs. polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS); Lavender products might induce premature breast development in young girls and boys; Work stress prompts back pain; Mom’s Vitamin D deficiency hikes kids’ risk for ADHD; Mushroom compound protects against pregnancy hypertension. Click HERE for part 1. 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.

ENCORE: The Effects of Diet on Lifespan, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Valter Longo, Director of the Longevity Institute at USC and author of, "The Longevity Diet: Discover the New Science Behind Stem Cell Activation and Regeneration to Slow Aging, Fight Disease, and Optimize Weight." Click HERE for part 1.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for February 22, Part 2
February 24, 2020
Chile becomes a model for how governments can push back against industry purveyors of obesogenic foods and beverages; Supplements for diabetes/insulin resistance—but don’t forget diet! Major medical journal acknowledges Alzheimer’s is a sugar disease; Hearty breakfasts may be key to fat-burning, weight control; Study reveals majority of asymptomatic adults have abnormal knee MRIs; Popular antibacterial agent in toothpastes undermines bone density; Magnesium vs. cardiac arrhythmias. Click HERE for part 1. 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.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Apple Cider Vinegar
February 12, 2020
I have a thyroid nodule. Is there anything I should do before a fine needle aspiration? Is there a natural way to shrink the nodule?; What kind of laundry detergent do you use? I'm having trouble finding one that works.; Could you discuss the benefits, if any, of apple cider vinegar? Click HERE for part 1.