Intelligent Medicine
Pioneering complementary medicine practitioner Dr. Ronald Hoffman takes a cutting-edge approach to health, wellness, and aging. He covers both conventional and alternative modalities, as well as nutrition, exercise, and supplements.
Episodes
Dr. 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 health...
Dr. 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."
Tariffs 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.
Will “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.
Nutritionist 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...
- A discussion of the latest medical shows on TV
- Comments on tariffs
- Would cooking with fat instead of vegetable oils still apply to someone with familial hypercholesterolemia and coronary artery plaque?
- Does intermittent fasting increase Apolipoprotein B?
- What 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?
Diabetes 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 Weste...
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, Integrative Medicine physician, researcher, and best-selling author.
Dr. 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 h...
Dr. 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 he...
Vaccine 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.
The 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.
Critical 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 transiti...
- America's food fight and dietary guidelines
- My 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?
- I'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 legs
- Another study implicates meat, and now poultry and fish, in causing cardiovascular disease
- What do you think of Consumer Lab's recommendations on supplements?
- I take CoQ10, but I just heard about...
There’s apprehension about the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual reality (VR)—are we about to enter the dystopian future world of The Matrix? But today’s guest discusses the innovative application of AI and VR to a common problem: menopausal hot flashes in women for whom estrogen is contraindicated because of the risk of cancer. Using a VR headset, menopausal women were presented guided imagery fea...
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Joseph Feuerstein, director of Integrative Medicine at Stamford Hospital.
Maggie Frank, National Educator for CV Sciences, makers of PlusCBD Oil delves into the versatility and health benefits of CBD, the differences between products with and without THC, and why CV Sciences is a reputable player in a rapidly expanding market. Maggie Frank highlights the importance of supply chain diversity, discusses the potential health benefits of CBD, and introduces new product lines, including Extra Support...
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Maggie Frank, National Educator, CV Sciences, makers of PlusCBD Oil.
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