Nutrition & Weight

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
October 2, 2014
Is strontium alone enough for bone loss? Or should it be combined with other supplements like Osteosupport? Is insulin resistance really caused by saturated fat?

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for September 6, Part 2
September 8, 2014
Low carb diet trumps low-fat diet in new trial--improves weight loss and heart disease risk factors; New osteoporosis drug risks--atypical fractures and irreversible bone loss of the jaw are surprisingly prevalent; Despite improvements in the US Diet, more Americans are overweight and the health gap between haves and have-nots widens; Sitting shortens your telomeres. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Clinical Focus: Weight Loss Supplements, Part 1
August 12, 2014
Do weight loss supplements work? Which ones are the safest? Which ones have truthful claims?

Clinical Focus: Weight Loss Supplements, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his talk about weight loss supplements. Do weight loss supplements work? Which ones are the safest? Which ones have outsized claims? Which ones have truthful claims?

The Obesity Paradox, Part 1
July 22, 2014
The Obesity Paradox: when heavier means healthier and thinner means sicker; Dr. Hoffman interviews Dr. Chip Lavie, author of a controversial book that posits that sometimes those excess pounds may be not really all that bad. Is there also an "exercise paradox"? A "cholesterol paradox"? A "blood pressure paradox"? Can svelte be dangerous, especially for seniors? Is this new-think merely an excuse for doctors and patients to give up on healthy diet and physical activity? How can you tell if those extra pounds are OK, or do they pose a threat to you?

The Obesity Paradox, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his discussion with Dr. Chip Lavie, author of a controversial book that posits that sometimes those excess pounds may be not really all that bad.

Intelligent Medicine Radio show for June 28, Part 2
June 30, 2014
Aged Garlic Extract (Kyolic) slows progression of coronary artery plaque in new major study; HBOs John Oliver blows it in over-the-top critique of Mehmet Oz; Gluten-free diet relieves "brain fog" in celiac patients; Are kids really overdosing on vitamins from fortified cereals? Click here for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Intelligent Medicine Podcast: Overcoming UNDERweight, Part 1
June 27, 2014
Dr. Hoffman talks to Hoffman Center supplement department manager Grimaldy Vargas who successfully overcame severe underweight to complete her 1st Spartan Race this month: What were the keys to her successful weight gain program? Grimaldy dishes on her diet, supplement and exercise program.

Intelligent Medicine Podcast: Overcoming UNDERweight, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman discusses some of the reasons for underweight and successful strategies for addressing them.

Intelligent Medicine Podcast: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1
June 26, 2014
Dr H. and Hoffman Center Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answer your questions on a variety of health issues, including: More kids than ever are overweight--Inaccuracy of BMI in children; Fortified foods and children (EWG)—are kids really overdosing on vitamins? Sleep apnea.