Intelligent Medicine

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

February 13, 2025 35 mins
  • Study finds the thyroid gland needs higher vitamin D levels to function optimally
  • What are your thoughts on encapsulated organ meat supplements?  Are they bioavailable?
  • How much water should you drink per day?  Do other beverages count towards the total?
  • I recently had a cardiac cath procedure resulting in no stent!  Phew!
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  • What can I take for my recent early-stage glaucoma diagnosis?
  • What supplements would be beneficial for immune deficiency?
  • I'm 78 years old taking supplements and herbs for many years. Am I wasting my money?
  • I recently fell and broke my wrist.  Should I be supplementing with calcium?
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Natural Approaches to Pain Management with Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, a renowned expert in treating chronic pain, fibromyalgia, and post-viral chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). Dr. Teitelbaum discusses his latest book, 'You Can Heal from Long COVID,' and highlights insights from his well-known 'Fatigue to Fantastic' series. The conversation delves into the limitations and dangers of traditional opioid treatments for pain and prop...

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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, Integrative Medicine physician, researcher, and best-selling author specializing in chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, sleep disorders, pain, and long COVID.

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Comprehensive Cardiovascular Health and Prevention with Jim LaValle: In this episode of the Intelligent Medicine Podcast, Jim LaValle, a clinical pharmacist and heart health expert discusses various aspects of cardiovascular health in honor of Heart Health Month. The discussion covers risk factors for heart disease, including metabolic health markers and lifestyle influences. They examine the pros and cons of statins, thei...

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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Jim LaValle, a Clinical Pharmacist, Author, Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist, and Heart Health Expert. 

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Neuroprotection is just about pricey moonshot Alzheimer drugs; Green tea, melatonin, quercetin, aerobic exercise tackle brain inflammation; Glyphosate may contribute to Alzheimer’s surge; Supplements to extend sleep; A popular social media influencer makes shady claims about blood pressure supplements; Diet can influence the prognosis of early ovarian cancer; Omega-3s slow biological aging; A natural antidote to hair grayi...

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Moderate—but not excessive—exercise can curb appetite; When you’re older does your ability to absorb supplements decline? FDA warns against eye drop to change eye color; Are soy supplements safe for breast cancer patients? Most ditch GLP-1 drugs after one year; Some B-complex supplements don’t deliver full suite of B vitamins; Novel non-addictive pain drug approved; Why mosquitoes can bite in mid-winter; Oops—surgeon remov...

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Heavy Metals and Mineral Deficiencies: Their Link to Migraines. In this episode of Intelligent Medicine, Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses the correlation between heavy metals, trace mineral deficiencies, and migraines. Recent studies from researchers in the Netherlands and Turkey highlight significantly higher levels of lead and cobalt, and lower levels of zinc and selenium in migraine sufferers compared to healthy cont...

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February 6, 2025 30 mins
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February 6, 2025 43 mins
  • After a long run, my knees hurt upon standing up from my chair. Is this arthritis?
  • My new gynecologist says I don't need progesterone while taking estriol. What say you?
  • I lost 100 pounds after gastric bypass but now I have incapacitating blood sugar spikes after meals.
  • I have a positive ANA but all other tests are negative. Should I be concerned?
  • Should I be concerned about the side effects of minoxidil compounded with du...
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Comprehensive Insights into Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy with Dr. Erica Schwartz, author of “The New Hormone Solution.” In this episode of the Intelligent Medicine Podcast, Dr. Ronald Hoffman speaks with Dr. Erica Schwartz, an expert in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. They discuss the evolution and controversies surrounding hormone therapies, including the impact of the Women's Health Initiative study...

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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Erica Schwartz, author of “The New Hormone Solution.”

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Investigative journalist Charles Piller reveals deep-seated corruption in Alzheimer's research as chronicled in his book, “Doctored: Fraud, Arrogance, and Tragedy in the Quest to Cure Alzheimer's Disease.” The discussion delves into the issues surrounding Big Pharma's influence, fraudulent scientific studies, and the implications of a controversial 2006 experiment at the University of Minnesota. They also address the costl...

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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with investigative journalist Charles Piller, author of “Doctored: Fraud, Arrogance, and Tragedy in the Quest to Cure Alzheimer's Disease.”

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The exorbitant cost of new drugs touted for psoriasis in direct-to-consumer ads highlights everything wrong with our medical system; When gastric bypass surgery sends blood sugar out of control; A campaign to ban ultra-processed foods from school meals may help alleviate nutritional threats to kids—but healthy eating begins at home; With winter viruses making the rounds, a remarkable supplement offers potent immune system ...

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What are the downsides of pacemakers? Rethinking low-protein diets for chronic kidney disease; Bright light therapy and creatine alleviate depression; Withdrawal from World Health Organization assailed—but the U.S. can’t afford to abdicate to its flawed dietary recommendations; Does a positive ANA blood test necessarily mean you’re destined to develop an autoimmune disease? Unprecedented levels of sedative drug abuse among...

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In this episode of Intelligent Medicine, Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses the rising importance of integrating culinary medicine in modern healthcare. Leyla emphasizes the need for blending ancient dietary wisdom with contemporary scientific practices to improve overall health and prevent disease. She highlights how convenience foods laden with preservatives and additives are detrimental to our gut health and advocates ...

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January 30, 2025 32 mins
  • Upcoming congressional hearings for RFK, Jr to head HHS
  • I sleep four hours a night and feel fine, but is there a sleep supplement you recommend?
  • Is agave a better sugar substitute than stevia? Any cautions about using agave?
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January 30, 2025 38 mins
  • Do you take all of your supplements when you go on vacation?
  • I give blood at least once a year and now my ferritin level is 28. What should it be?
  • Long-term use of statins can cause insulin resistance and associated elevations in fasting insulin
  • Can anybody recover from primary progressive aphasia?
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