Intelligent Medicine

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 depression, novel brain implant enables man to experience joy for the first time.

Nutritionist Leyla Muedin explores the fascinating link between dietary habits and sleep quality, particularly nightmares. Discussing a recent study published in Frontiers in Psychology, Leyla explains how consuming certain foods, especially late at night, can influence dream patterns. Foods like sweets, dairy, and allergens such as gluten and lactose were found to have significant effects on sleep disturbances. She emphasizes healthy eating habits, particularly avoiding food allergens and late-night eating, and suggests practical tips for improving sleep quality. Leyla also touches on how cultural beliefs and anecdotal evidence support the scientific findings, providing a comprehensive overview of how diet can directly affect dream content and sleep health.

An update on natural thyroid availability and the FDAA correction on disseminated sarcoidosis and stressI'm a former smoker. Should I be concerned about beta carotene in the Alpha Base multivitamin?A comment from a user of lithium orotate for the last eleven yearsDoes long-term use of Horse Chestnut cause a thiamin deficiency?

Does cider honey eradicate cadmium in the body?  Is there any truth to this?Can Mitopure be consumed with dairy?  Does dairy in any way interfere with its absorption?I've read and heard that supplements are worthless—can even shorten lifespans.  Is this true?Should I be concerned about the xylitol in my toothpaste since I read it can increase blood clots and stroke risk?How much omega-3 do you recommend for multiple sclerosis?Is there any new protocol or treatment for Lyme disease?

Dr. Marie-Pierre St-Onge, a nutrition scientist and the founding director of the Center for Excellence for Sleep and Circadian Research at Columbia University, details the intriguing relationship between diet and sleep quality, exploring how various foods and nutrients affect sleep patterns. Dr. St-Onge shares insights from her research on the Mediterranean diet, functional foods, and the impact of macronutrients like fiber, carbohydrates, and polyphenols on sleep. They also touch on the effects of caffeine and alcohol, as well as the role of psychological interventions like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for insomnia. Practical advice and delicious recipes from her new book, “Eat Better, Sleep Better,” are highlighted to help listeners enhance their sleep through dietary changes.

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Marie-Pierre St-Onge, a nutrition scientist, the founding director of the Center for Excellence for Sleep and Circadian Research at Columbia University, and author of “Eat Better, Sleep Better.”

Dr. Robert Silverman, author of "Immune Reboot: Maximizing Immunity, Restoring Gut Health, and Optimizing Vitality," provides a comprehensive primer on the immune system. He explains how lifestyle factors—diet, sleep, exercise, and stress—impact immune resilience. He offers specific protocols for optimizing resistance to Covid, what to do if you come down with it, and how to treat Long Covid, as well as how to prepare for vaccines. 

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Robert Silverman, author of "Immune Reboot: Maximizing Immunity, Restoring Gut Health, and Optimizing Vitality."