The “Oreo cure” for high LDL cholesterol outperforms high-dose statins;  Are there treatments for progressive aphasia?  Downsides of storing liquid in plastic containers; Plant-based convenience foods NOT healthier than meat equivalents; Are mycoplasma infections responsible for chronic diseases? How to tamp down an over-reactive immune system? White House pharmacy was a unregulated free-for-all; Investigations reveal hospitals pay hefty fees for favorable U.S. News rankings.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for January 27, Part 2: The “Oreo Cure”

Audio presentations by Dr. Ronald Hoffman on the topics of preventive medicine and natural healing

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Health

Nutrition

Health & Fitness

Q: What did Paleo humans eat? A: It depends! Reversing muscle weakness; Weight lifting is not just for muscle-heads; Diet trumps drugs for IBS; Solutions for fatty liver; Tryptophan vs. stress-induced emotional eating; Dr. Derrick Lonsdale, nutrition pioneer, dies at 100; Alternatives to drugs for weight loss.

Intelligent Medicine Radio for May 20, Part 1: Reversing Muscle Weakness

Novel solutions promise relief from poison oak/ivy; New blood tests accurately predict cancer; Can you reverse coronary artery plaque? Elevated liver enzymes on routine blood test—what does it mean? DIY acupressure found to deliver relief from knee pain; “Detox socks” and foot baths—are they for real?

Intelligent Medicine Radio for May 18, Part 2: “Detox Socks”

Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses the influence of digital platform food marketing on teenagers and raises concerns about pesticide residues in commonly consumed food items. Drawing on findings from the Public Health Nutrition Journal, Leyla explains how teens are targeted by food advertisers on social media through strategic campaigns that influence their food choices, often promoting unhealthy products like fast food and sugary drinks. Leyla criticizes the unethical nature of these marketing practices, emphasizing their potential to shape teen dietary habits negatively. The episode also covers a pilot study from the Journal of Exposure Scientific Environmental Epidemiology detailing the presence of Chlormequat, a plant growth regulator, in food and urine samples, highlighting its potential risks to human health, including reduced fertility and fetal development issues. Leyla advocates for increased media literacy, stricter regulatory measures to protect young consumers, and encourages organic food choices to minimize pesticide exposure.

Leyla Weighs In: Navigating Teen Health in the Digital Age

Highlights from Dr. Hoffman's trip to Scotland -- Some insights on this trip through the lens of health; “When I'm doing my HIIT training, the instructor keeps reminding us to breathe. Is this really important?” “I'm having trouble swallowing my my vitamins. Should I be concerned?” “I fast regularly and feel great on one meal a day. What can I do about insomnia?”

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: HIIT Training

“Is there a cure for tinnitus? What do you recommend?” “I'm in my mid sixties. Should I be concerned about my heart rate going too high while exercising?”
“My friend has lupus and Castleman's disease. Any suggestions?” “Does milk in coffee keep a person from absorbing polyphenols?”

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for January 27, Part 2: The “Oreo Cure”

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