Sinopsis
Audio presentations by Dr. Ronald Hoffman on the topics of preventive medicine and natural healing
Episodios
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ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Almonds and Blood Sugar
01/05/2025 Duración: 32minStudy: A handful of almonds before meals promotes weight loss, reduces belly fat, improves blood sugar, lipids, may reverse diabetesA better alternative to bicarb for GERD symptomsPlease critique the Wapo article on probiotics impact on gut healthIs the Atkins Diet a healthy way to eat low carb?
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ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Glaucoma v. Cataracts
01/05/2025 Duración: 26minCan you speak to the issue of fluoroquinolone toxicity?Can taking turmeric interfere with iron absorption?Could you discuss the differences between glaucoma vs. cataracts?
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Healing from Within: The Science of Enzymes and Digestion, Part 1
30/04/2025 Duración: 29minEnhancing Gut Health with Innovative Digestive Enzymes: In this episode of the Intelligent Medicine podcast, Dr. Ronald Hoffman discusses the importance of digestive enzymes, particularly innovative formulations, with guest Steven Wright, a health engineer and co-founder of Healthy Gut. They delve into Wright's journey with digestive health, his development of the enzyme product HoloZyme, and its efficacy backed by clinical trials. Dr. Hoffman and Wright also explore the benefits of tributyrin butyrate supplements for gut health. They emphasize the role of enzymes in combating IBS, dietary intolerances, and enhancing overall digestion. The episode also features a special offer for HoloZyme on healthygut.com.
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Healing from Within: The Science of Enzymes and Digestion, Part 2
30/04/2025 Duración: 42minDr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Steven Wright, health engineer and co-founder of Healthy Gut.
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ENCORE: Food for Thought: Enhancing Mental Health through Nutrition, Part 1
29/04/2025 Duración: 27minDr. Drew Ramsey is a pioneer in the emerging field of Nutritional Psychiatry and author of "Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety: Nourish Your Way to Better Mental Health in Six Weeks." Dr. Ramsey reviews the remarkable research that has demonstrated the efficacy of diet for improving mental health outcomes. The foods we eat impact our brain function for better or for worse, delivering essential nutrients, fostering a healthy microbiome, combatting inflammation, encouraging neuroplasticity, and supporting neurotransmitters. He is co-developer of the Antidepressant Food Scale that rates foods based on their potential to support well-being. He is also director of the Brain Food Clinic, which offers integrative psychiatric care incorporating “dietary assessment and food prescription along with coaching, meal planning, and hands on skill building in your kitchen.” He believes that no single diet offers a panacea for mental health optimization, but that replacement of ultra-processed food with nutrient-dense alterna
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ENCORE: Food for Thought: Enhancing Mental Health through Nutrition, Part 2
29/04/2025 Duración: 29minDr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Drew Ramsey, author of "Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety: Nourish Your Way to Better Mental Health in Six Weeks."
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Intelligent Medicine Radio for April 26, Part 1: EMF Radiation
28/04/2025 Duración: 41minTariffs pose challenges for supplement manufacturers, consumers, due to over-dependence on offshore sourcing; Remnant cholesterol as a robust predictor of heart attack, stroke; Sudden cardiac death linked to long-term antidepressant use; Air pollution damages toddlers’ brains; Is your EV zapping you with EMF radiation? Low-fat diets—and cholesterol drugs—may sap men’s testosterone.
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Intelligent Medicine Radio for April 26, Part 2: Nearsightedness is Skyrocketing
28/04/2025 Duración: 42minWill “Gentle Cure”—a nonsurgical treatment—supplant standard Mohs surgery as a treatment for common skin cancers? Cranberry extract scores UTI benefits; Does exercise really extend life? Nearsightedness is skyrocketing—but a simple method may prevent it; 3/4 of doctor visits involve prescribing drugs; Omega-6 fatty acids from ubiquitous seed oils may fuel cancer growth.
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Leyla Weighs In: Chronic Stress and Its Hidden Effects
25/04/2025 Duración: 23minNutritionist Leyla Muedin details the impact of chronic stress on the brain, explaining how stress can lead to cognitive decline, weakened memory, impaired focus, and increased emotional reactivity. Leyla highlights the critical roles played by the hippocampus, prefrontal cortex, and amygdala in stress responses. Furthermore, she explores dietary choices that can help mitigate these negative effects, emphasizing foods rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and magnesium, while cautioning against sugar, refined carbs, and excessive caffeine or alcohol consumption. Leyla advises on the importance of balanced nutrition in fostering brain resilience and reversing stress-induced damage.
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Intermittent Fasting
24/04/2025 Duración: 33minA discussion of the latest medical shows on TVComments on tariffsWould cooking with fat instead of vegetable oils still apply to someone with familial hypercholesterolemia and coronary artery plaque?Does intermittent fasting increase Apolipoprotein B?
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Urinary Tract Infection
24/04/2025 Duración: 41minWhat is the best method to heal a urinary tract infection?What is the difference between hypertension and pulmonary hypertension?I have osteoporosis and take Warfarin. How can I support my bone health?Would you put someone with my lipid profile on a statin?Would urolithin A help increase my energy? Or must I succumb to age limits?
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Diabetes Demystified: Natural Solutions and Expert Advice, Part 1
23/04/2025 Duración: 29minDiabetes Deep Dive: Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, an integrative medicine physician and author, discusses diabetes from a multifaceted perspective. They explore the connections between diabetes, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, sleep disorders, metabolic syndrome, and long COVID. Dr. Teitelbaum offers insights into the historical emergence of diabetes in correlation with lifestyle and dietary changes, particularly the Western diet's high sugar and low fiber content. They discuss the roles of vitamin D, magnesium, and other nutrients, as well as the impact of chemicals on metabolism. The conversation also covers the importance of sleep, stress management, and lifestyle adjustments. Dr. Teitelbaum recommends natural supplements like Sucontral D, berberine, and melatonin to manage blood sugar levels effectively. The episode concludes with a discussion on the controversial role of pharmaceutical interventions like GLP-1 drugs and insulin. Dr. Teitelbaum emphasizes a balanced, integrative approach that empowers sel
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Diabetes Demystified: Natural Solutions and Expert Advice, Part 2
23/04/2025 Duración: 44minDr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, Integrative Medicine physician, researcher, and best-selling author.
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Beyond Carrots: Nutrition, Technology, and the Future of Vision Health, Part 1
22/04/2025 Duración: 31minDr. Rudrani Banik, a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in an integrative approach to vision health, details various aspects of eye health. The conversation covers the upcoming Eye Health Summit, which will feature 35 experts discussing eye strain, ocular nutrition, and advancements in eye health. Key topics include digital eye strain, myopia, macular carotenoids, omega-3 fatty acids, stem cells, and innovative high-tech solutions like gene therapies and potential eye transplants. Dr.Banik also highlights her book "Beyond Carrots: Best Foods for Eye Health A to Z," emphasizing a holistic approach to eye care through diet, lifestyle, and supplements.
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Beyond Carrots: Nutrition, Technology, and the Future of Vision Health, Part 2
22/04/2025 Duración: 34minDr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Rudrani Banik, a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in an integrative approach to vision health. She's hosting The Eye Health Summit, a free, global event taking place on May 1–7, coinciding with National Healthy Vision Month. The Summit features more than 35 expert-led discussions on topics from eye strain and ocular nutrition to cutting-edge advancements in eye health. At the summit, participants will learn practical strategies to help safeguard their vision now and for the future. Register for FREE to The Eye Health Summit.
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Intelligent Medicine Radio for April 19, Part 1: Enhanced Digestive Enzymes
21/04/2025 Duración: 42minVaccine proponents push back against study showing flu vaccines INCREASE chances of getting flu; A memorial to a low-carb diabetes pioneer who vastly extended his life expectancy; An engineer takes up the challenge of designing an enhanced digestive enzyme formula; Health impact of sauerkraut postbiotics.
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Intelligent Medicine Radio for April 19, Part 2: Acupuncture for Sciatica
21/04/2025 Duración: 42minThe President’s physical; CBD may help ameliorate autism symptoms; The controversy over Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome; As Wikipedia brands acupuncture “pseudoscience”, new study confirms efficacy for sciatica; Will AI replace doctors for diagnosis, medical information? Creatine, good for muscles, also delivers brain benefits.
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Leyla Weighs In: Key Window for Brain Health Intervention
18/04/2025 Duración: 23minCritical Midlife Strategies to Prevent Age-Related Brain Decline: In this episode, Nutritionist Leyla Muedin “Weighs In” with a landmark study published in PNAS, highlighting the importance of a critical midlife window to prevent age-related brain decline. Conducted by scientists from Stony Brook University and other renowned institutions, the study reveals that brain aging follows a non-linear trajectory with key transition points starting as early as age 44. The research identifies neuronal insulin resistance and metabolic changes as primary drivers, suggesting dietary interventions like ketogenic diets during midlife can provide significant benefits. Leyla emphasizes the importance of early metabolic health monitoring and lifestyle changes to mitigate cognitive decline, addressing the growing concern of Alzheimer's and related neurodegenerative diseases.
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: America's Food Fight
17/04/2025 Duración: 37minAmerica's food fight and dietary guidelinesMy son-in-law suffers from bloating and abdominal pain. Any suggestions?I have positive but low anti-gliadin antibodies. Should I embark on a gluten-free diet?
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: CoQ10 v. PQQ
17/04/2025 Duración: 37minI'm a 70-year-old woman with hip arthritis. Any recommendations?A treatment on the horizon for high Lipoprotein (a)?After chemotherapy to help shrink a tumor near my husband's spine, he now has numbness and neuropathy in his legsAnother study implicates meat, and now poultry and fish, in causing cardiovascular diseaseWhat do you think of Consumer Lab's recommendations on supplements?I take CoQ10, but I just heard about PQQ. What are your thoughts?