Intellectual Medicine

The new era of skin care can be baffling. Should you use Botox? Restylane? How about lasers or intense light therapy? Which one is the best? Which one should you do and in which order?  All of these are important questions to answer properly. Results can be disappointing, and money can be wasted if the proper procedure is not done in the proper order. With over 20 years of experience in facia...

The stories are as tragic as they are common. A healthy man sees his doctor and is found to have an elevated PSA level. A biopsy leads to a diagnosis of prostate cancer. Despite having few symptoms, a life altering diagnosis has been rendered, and the treatment options all look bleak. Surgical removal of the gland with the possibility of leaking urine and impotence, high dose radiation with the po...

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Petteruti explores the science behind good skin, from our face to our feet! He also discusses major scientific breakthroughs now available to help maintain a youthful appearance.  This podcast goes over some of the very basic elements of caring for your skin. I discuss the way to care for your skin from bathing, to external treatments, to the most essential supple...

Cancer is on track to become the number one cause of death in America. Colon Cancer rates are increasing amongst young people. It seems that we are losing the "war in cancer." This may be because we are failing to recognize the enemy in our midst. This podcast explores some of the lesser appreciated risk factors for increasing the risk of cancer. Unfortunately some of those risk factors include tr...

Covid-19, Delta, Gamma, Covid-20, Covid-21, it's starting to look like this will never end.  Viruses have been with us since the dawn of mankind. Yet we have thrived despite them. We can credit our innate immune system with the fact that most of us get up and carve through every day feeling great. One of the ironic aspects of the current pandemic is the consequence of our overreaching diagnos...

The information on Covid-19 keeps coming at us faster than we can make sense of it. Now comes recommendations for a booster shot! Does it make sense for you to get one? What is the science behind it? Dr. Petteruti visits the topic of immunizations with his reflection on the philosophy of receiving the immunization, is your motive altruistic or self-interested? He also discusses the risk/benefit of...

We've been fighting the war on cancer for many decades. It seems that we frequently hear about all of the "success" that we are having. Headlines touting the declining death rates from cancer are common. And yet, cancer is on track to become the leading cause of death in America. How much of cancer rate reporting is influenced by a desire to maintain robust funding for ongoing research, and pharma...

In this episode we discuss the most critical micronutrients essential to maintaining high functioning immune systems. Without a highly functioning natural immune system, not even an immunization will help protect you. Practically speaking, it is impossible to develop immunizations for all the viruses already out there. What saves us is our "innate immunity." That refers to our ability to smack awa...

When it comes to the COVID-19 immunization there are more opinions than there is knowledge. The simple fact is that viruses are not curable. The best means of diminishing their risk is through immunization. However, this fact does not mean that those who decide not to get the immunization are acting irrationally. Science and facts don't drive human decisions as much as philosophy. In addition to r...

Our medical system loves drugs that treat diseases. People with a disease are highly motivated to spend money and are willing to expose themselves to a risk in the hope of a cure. Unfortunately this new drug for Alzheimer's, Aduhelm, comes at enormous price tag of over $50,000 per year, and does not cure dementia. In addition it's been shown to have some very serious side effects. Nevertheless, it...

For many sex is one of the ultimate pleasures of life. But for some, pain can get in the way. This is especially true for some women. Talking about sex with your doctor, or even your partner can be uncomfortable. In some cases women who experience painful intercourse either soldier through, or look for reasons to avoid having sex at all. In this episode we discussed some of the more common causes...

Chronic fatigue, muscle aches, cognitive impairment, exhaustion after minor activity, thus is the misery of those who suffer post COVID-19 "long-haul" syndrome. In this episode, Dr. Petteruti explores some of the theories behind the cause of this disabling condition and discusses an infusion based, cellular pathway toward recovery. COVID-19 "long-haul" has very similar characteristics to post Lyme...

Do you ever pause to think of exercise as a dose-dependent activity? The right amount of exercise matters, and too much can cause harm. Many people embrace exercise with religious fervor. If they get enough steps in each day, or lift enough weight and train hard, it will be the antidote to the aging process. We have watches to remind us to get up and walk around during the day, track our steps and...

Now that the immunization against COVID-19 has become available, people are questioning whether or not it is in their best interest to receive the vaccine. This episode explores the different factors that are worth considering as you contemplate your decision. It also reflects upon the ways to help your immune system work at its best should you choose to get vaccinated. As with most decisions rega...

It has been touted as the elixir of youth, but is growth hormone the right thing for you to do? In this episode Dr. Petteruti discusses the difference between growth hormone, and peptides for the purpose of stimulating growth hormone release. He also discusses some of the risks and benefits, and reflects upon the role of growth hormone when it comes to anti aging therapy. He will explain the conce...

Should I get a knee replacement? Painful knees might be one of the most common symptoms people face. Oftentimes we are told it is arthritis, and that it will progress. Drugs are commonly prescribed. Often the path leads to a surgeon's door where procedures are performed. The body is a self healing machine, so too are your joints. In this podcast I describe some of the approaches that can be used t...

We don't have a healthcare system, we have a sick care intervention system. Pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and doctors make the bulk of their money when you are sick and they get to intervene. There is very little incentive to put forth research on ways to keep you healthy. Drugs have become the centerpiece of what we mistakenly call  "healthcare" in our country. Drugs and surgery are d...

Should I get a mammogram? A major study out of Australia spanning decades and including tens of thousands of women has concluded that mammograms do not correlate with better survival in the face of breast cancer. This along with other accumulating evidence raises questions regarding the dogma of universal mammograms. Who should get mammograms? What are the benefits of acquiring them? Are there bet...

Estrogen improves skin quality, sleep quality, brain function, bone health, vaginal and sexual health. Without it all, these systems will suffer. The connection between estrogen and breast cancer was falsely reported. Estrogen replacement does not increase breast cancer risk! Learn the facts in this podcast. Use this information to make your best, most informed decision. We now have the option to...

Testosterone for women? Testosterone is one of the most abundant and essential hormones for women. Traditionally thought of as a man's hormone, testosterone fuels the brain, bone, muscle, mood and sexual vitality of women. Prior to the onset of the menopause, and even while the menstrual cycle and fertility remain intact, testosterone levels in women can decline to a point that creates symptoms in...

Can I Prevent Cancer Relapse Using Vitamin C? Perhaps the only thing worse than catching cancer, is having it relapse. All too often primary treatment helps put cancer remission only to have it surge back years later. Dr. Petteruti describes his theory on using high-dose intravenous vitamin C to prevent cancer from coming back. Inexpensive, safe, and shown to have toxic effects on cancer, vitamin...

When should I start taking testosterone? This is a question I often hear from my male patients.  For those practicing antiaging medicine, the question is no longer if, but when testosterone should be started. This essential, life-sustaining hormone declines in everybody. At some point you will experience symptoms of low testosterone, or you will need it to prevent the ravages of aging from co...

Lead blankets the world. Over the past 5000+ years of human existence it has been pumped into the water, the air and the soil. We breathe it, we drink it, we eat it in our food. Lead is a pure toxin. It corrodes the brain, the heart, the nervous system, and weakens our immunity. It can interfere with our hormones. There is no known safe level of lead. Since it cannot be avoided, it must be removed...

Dementia is the most dreaded event that can ruin a beautiful life. Despite intense research, no single cause or cure has been found. Dr. Stephen Petteruti applies his "Intellectual Medicine" approach to address ways to decrease the risk of getting dementia, and to intervene when the early signs of dementia begin. Better brain health starts by not accepting "senior moments" as a normal process. &nb...

Today’s focus was on the aging immune system as it relates to fighting infection such as Covid-19. We also discussed the science and theories of immune supporting micro nutrients, and intravenous infusions.