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
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin reveals the alarming increase in obesity-associated cancers in the United States over the past two decades. Highlighting findings from a recent study presented at the Endocrine Society's annual meeting, Leyla underscores the significant rise in cancer deaths linked to obesity, particularly among women, older adults, Native Americans, and Black Americans. She also explores the complex causes of obe...
- Reducing food waste
- Please share your thoughts concerning controversies about the significance of telomere length
- Why is my B6 so high when I only take a small amount of it?
- Can nocturia be associated with dehydration?
- Please weigh in on allulose. Is it too good to be true?
- My husband's hemoglobin is lower than his previous lab test. Is this a cause for concern?
Dr. Jeffrey Bland, a pioneer in the field of integrative and functional medicine, discusses his latest project, Big Bold Health, which focuses on immune system rejuvenation through natural products like HTB (Himalayan Tery Buckwheat) and high-quality fish oil. The conversation delves into the origins and benefits of functional medicine, the importance of diet and lifestyle in health, and the concept of making America healt...
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Jeffrey Bland, a pioneer in the field of integrative and functional medicine.
Zen Honeycutt, founder and executive director of Moms Across America and author of “Unstoppable: Transforming Sickness and Struggle into Triumph, Empowerment and a Celebration of Community,” details the origins and mission of the nonprofit organization aimed at transforming the food supply and improving health by reducing chemicals in food, water, and air. Highlighting the impact of grassroots activism, Honeycutt illustrat...
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Zen Honeycutt, founder and executive director of Moms Across America and author of “Unstoppable: Transforming Sickness and Struggle into Triumph, Empowerment and a Celebration of Community.”
Sweet poison? New doubts cast over safety of erythritol; Is Greek yogurt a good way to enhance protein intake? Comparing whey, soy, and pea protein isolates; When taking supplements, is it advisable to take periodic breaks to enhance their effectiveness? Tommy John surgery pioneer and longtime Mets medical director dies at 68; Ivermectin, once branded useless “horse paste,” may prove a new weapon against malaria; New findi...
In first-ever study, keto diet scores vs. Parkinson’s; Walk away from dementia; Loneliness can kill, but negative social ties can hasten biological aging; Researchers isolate potent memory compound from sage, rosemary; Sketchy knockoff weight loss drugs are flooding the marketplace; The popular vitamin you shouldn’t take for sarcoidosis; When osteoporosis is so severe that even minor trauma causes rib fractures.
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses the recently released 2025 report on the best overall diets. She critiques the methodology behind nutritional research, emphasizing issues such as recall bias and the reliability of food frequency questionnaires. Leyla then provides an in-depth review of the top ten diets listed in the report: Mediterranean, DASH, Flexitarian, MIND, Mayo Clinic, TLC, Menopause, Dr. Andrew Weil’s Anti-inf...
- Water filters are surrounded by plastic. Won't we be exposed to microplastics by filtering our water?
- I'm 80 with borderline osteoporosis. Is working out with light weights okay for me?
- I have latent autoimmune diabetes. Is taking metformin appropriate until I have a need to start insulin?
- I'm taking warfarin. Can I safely take a hair growth supplement for women?
- Which brand of fish oil do you recommend lately?
- What supplements can help with ankle pain, specifically perineal tendonitis?
- Aren't doctors opening themselves up to a lawsuit by not using superior methods of cancer detection?
- Would magnesium help for atrial fibrillation caused by a heart valve replacement?
- What do you recommend for severe rheumatoid arthritis?
- How far apart should I eat any dairy from blueberries so as no...
Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, integrative medicine physician, researcher, and best-selling author, details preventive measures and treatments for cognitive decline, including dementia and Alzheimer's disease. He covers a wide range of topics, including the impact of conventional medications, natural supplement alternatives, dietary interventions, the role of exercise, and the importance of addressing underlying health issues like ...
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with pioneering integrative medicine practitioner Dr. Jacob Teibelbaum.
Unpacking the Power of Creatine: A Deep Dive with Mark Faulkner, founder of CON-CRĒT Creatine HCI. He discusses the multifaceted benefits of creatine supplementation. With a comprehensive background in sports medicine and forensic toxicology, Faulkner offers an expert perspective on creatine's efficacy beyond muscle building, extending to cognitive function, neuroprotection, and general cellular energy. The conversation de...
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Mark Faulkner, founder of CON-CRĒT Creatine HCI.
Natural alternatives for Trump’s chronic leg swelling problems; How certain blood and urine tests can help predict osteoporosis; Dark chocolate enhances cognitive function—with lasting effects; caffeinated black coffee reduces risk of death by 14%; NY Times misses the boat again on supplements for immunity; Man dies after being pulled into MRI machine.
The dark personality traits that underlie online political engagement; Parents’ use of topical hormone preparations may pose unusual risks to their babies; Alternative to beta blockers for high blood pressure; Does lecithin lower cholesterol? Caloric restriction may extend life—but at what cost? A high-fiber diet may mimic caloric restriction’s longevity benefits; Can mammograms cause cancer?
Understanding the Dirty Dozen and Clean 15: A Guide to Healthier Produce Choices: Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses the Environmental Working Group's (EWG) 2025 Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce. Highlighting the importance of making informed produce choices, Leyal explains the Dirty Dozen and Clean 15, which list the most and least contaminated fruits and vegetables, respectively. Key findings include the presenc...
- Wondering what you think of the supplement Fatty 15?
- Can you recommend any nonstick pans that are safe to use?
- Study finds gut microbes can absorb and help expel forever chemicals like PFAS
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