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Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses the importance of trace minerals selenium and iodine, their health benefits, and food sources. Leyla details the roles of selenium in immunity, thyroid function, antioxidant protection, reproductive health, DNA synthesis, and reducing cancer risk. She addresses sources such as Brazil nuts, seafood, and enriched foods while cautioning about possible toxicity. Ley...

ANH fighting for free speech on the true benefits of supplements What can I do about Morton's Neuroma aside from surgery? Which form of magnesium do you recommend for mitral valve prolapse with regurgitation?

What are your thoughts on the perfect amino?  I want to support my strength training, aerobics, yoga and pilates When I take protein powders and creatine, urination comes to a halt for several hours.  Is this normal? Are drip coffee makers made from plastic bad for your health? I have a 50% chance of thyroid cancer based on molecular testing.  Must I have it removed? I'm taking 10 mg. DHEA, based...

Dr. Martin Picard, Chair in Energy and Health, and Professor of Behavioral Medicine at Columbia University, as well as head of the Mitochondrial PsychoBiology Lab , delves into the complex functions of mitochondria beyond their well-known role as cellular powerhouses. Dr. Picard shares his journey from biology to psychobiology, exploring the intersection between mitochondrial function, mental heal...

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Martin Picard, Chair in Energy and Health, and Professor of Behavioral Medicine at Columbia University, as well as head of the Mitochondrial PsychoBiology Lab .

Maggie Frank, national educator for CV Sciences, discusses the launch of PlusCBD Oil’s new product, Ignite Male Performance soft gels. This product aims to address underlying dysfunctions leading to low testosterone levels in men. The discussion emphasizes the careful ingredient selection and health benefits of Ignite, including libido enhancement, muscle recovery, energy, and focus. Furthermore,...

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Maggie Frank, national educator for CV Sciences, about the launch of PlusCBD Oil’s new product, Ignite Male Performance soft gels.

A cautionary tale about a life-threatening reaction to the double flu/Covid booster; Are migraines predictive of heart attacks? Where does all our recycling go? (The answer will shock you!); Ultra-processed foods damage male reproductive health.

Why vaccines have become so polarizing; Florida to remove all vaccine mandates; A modest proposal for revised Covid vaccine guidelines has the CDC in an uproar; Gastroparesis—what causes it and how to alleviate it; options for treatment of tricuspid regurgitation; New tech enables continuous home testing of levels of stress hormone; The mystery of a dog’s sudden death.

Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses recent advancements in the detection and prevention of Alzheimer's disease. Topics include the new FDA-approved Lumipulse blood test, the role of a ketogenic diet in improving mitochondrial health, and the significance of lifestyle changes such as social and cognitive activities. The episode also highlights promising research from the University of California Ir...

Potato intake and diabetes risk. How much daily leucine is required to regain muscle?

I have high LDL cholesterol and a '0' calcium score.  Why does my doctor insist I take a statin? How much vitamin D should I take?  Which product do you recommend? Some doctors assert omega-3s are proinflammatory.  What say you? Study: Magnesium intake may be beneficial in preventing pancreatic cancer Do you have any products to regrow hair? I have a calcium score, but prefer to avoid Lipitor.

All about scars, and how to prevent them with Dr. Gary Linkov, a Facial and Plastic Surgeon specializing in lip procedures and hair restoration. What are scars and why do some people scar more than others? How good operative techniques can reduce scar susceptibility; Why exposing healing scars to air is less optimal than covering them; What’s the proper sequence of topical applications? Why some p...

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Gary Linkov, a Facial and Plastic Surgeon specializing in lip procedures and hair restoration.

In this episode of the Intelligent Medicine podcast, Dr. Ronald Hoffman discusses men's health, a field that often receives less attention compared to women's health. He is joined by Neil Levin, Senior Nutrition Education Manager at Protocol for Life Balance (PFLB) and Now Foods. They explore the reluctance of men to visit doctors and how genetic and behavioral factors might contribute to men's he...

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Neil Levin, Senior Nutrition Education Manager at Protocol for Life Balance (PFLB) and Now Foods. 

Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses the critical role of mitochondrial health throughout the lifespan, citing Dr. Jeffrey Bland's insights on mitochondria as a cornerstone of 21st-century health. The episode explores the benefits of ketosis and the ketogenic diet, particularly in supporting neurological health and conditions like epilepsy, Alzheimer's, and multiple sclerosis. Leyla highlights how...

How reliable is nutrition science? I have gingivitis, and my dentist recommended Listerine. Won't that disrupt the microbiome in my mouth? I take a diuretic for high blood pressure. Is it okay to stop drinking water by 8pm, or will I dehydrate? Is there a way to get rid of seborrheic keratoses?

How much leucine should I take to regain muscle? Should I increase my creatine dose to 10 grams daily for the cognitive benefits? You talked about the cancer risk of CT scans. What about CT angiograms?   I've had a ganglion cyst drained twice. How can I keep it from coming back? Who can I contact for treatment of mast cell activation syndrome? I heard you should brush your teeth with fluoride toot...

In this episode of the Intelligent Medicine podcast, Dr. Ronald Hoffman discusses the health benefits of Muscadine grapes with Dr. Stephen Talcott, a PhD chemist and professor of Food Chemistry at Texas A&M. The conversation delves into the unique biochemical properties of Muscadine grapes, their polyphenol content, and their potential health benefits compared to other fruits like Acai and com...

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Stephen T. Talcott, Ph. D ., Professor of Food Chemistry, Department of Food Science and Technology at Texas A&M University, about the powerful health benefits of the muscadine grape .

In this episode of the Intelligent Medicine podcast, Dr. Ronald Hoffman discusses enhancing brain performance naturally with Dr. Leigh Richardson , a PhD leader in brain health and performance, and author of “ Turn Your Brain On, Get Your Game On .” They delve into various brain-related issues, highlighting natural alternatives to traditional medications for conditions like ADHD and Alzheimer's di...

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Leigh Richardson , a PhD leader in brain health and performance, and author of “ Turn Your Brain On, Get Your Game On: The How, What, Why to Peak Performance .”

Those injection-free sublingual GLP-1 drops for individualized microdosing—do they actually work? Options for treating stubborn neuropathy; Her new doctor said, “Vitamins are hogwash”—so she fired him; There is hope for tinnitus—via diet and lifestyle; I’m taking German classes, and a new study suggests it’ll help me ward off cognitive decline. 

The “China Study” is cited as evidence vegetarian diet is best—but big new study shows vegetarians age less well than omnivores; Can a popular men’s health supplement ward off prostate cancer? MAHA officials hit pause on looming natural thyroid ban; Can diet alleviate symptoms of lipedema? Precision-engineering your gait can alleviate knee pain better than NSAIDs; After a lifetime of profound depr...