

Intelligent Medicine
Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 40min
Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Lyme Disease
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?

Aug 20, 2025 • 27min
Exploring the Link Between Diet and Sleep with Dr. Marie-Pierre St-Onge, Part 1
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.

Aug 20, 2025 • 29min
Exploring the Link Between Diet and Sleep with Dr. Marie-Pierre St-Onge, Part 2
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.”

Aug 19, 2025 • 30min
ENCORE: Strategies for Optimizing Your Immune Health, Part 1
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.

Aug 19, 2025 • 27min
ENCORE: Strategies for Optimizing Your Immune Health, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Robert Silverman, author of "Immune Reboot: Maximizing Immunity, Restoring Gut Health, and Optimizing Vitality."

Aug 18, 2025 • 43min
Intelligent Medicine Radio for August 16, Part 1: Could overuse of CT scans cause 100,000 extra cancers?
As natural thyroid ban looms, thyroid sufferers gird for battle with regulators; Rapid weight loss, muscle wasting—what to do? Could overuse of CT scans cause 100,000 extra cancers in the U.S.? Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket residents afflicted with tick-borne meat allergy; Beyond Meat headed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy; Searching for the causes of low iron.

Aug 18, 2025 • 44min
Intelligent Medicine Radio for August 16, Part 2: NAC for Parkinson’s
Report shows rapid declines in health of children and adolescents since 2007; N-acetylcysteine (NAC) for Parkinson’s; Statins increase likelihood of hearing loss, tinnitus; Lithium orotate for Alzheimer’s; Is tinnitus reversible? Novel implantable electrical vagus nerve stimulator approved for treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

Aug 15, 2025 • 23min
Unlocking Restful Nights: "Leyla Weighs In" on Enhancing Sleep Quality through Exercise
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin focuses on the impact of various exercise interventions on insomnia, based on a recent study published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ). The study compares exercise interventions like yoga, Tai Chi, and jogging to improve both subjective and objective sleep outcomes for insomnia patients. Additional discussion covers the benefits of exercise on neuroplasticity and sleep architecture, while also addressing alternative treatments such as hypnotics and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Leyla shares personal insights and practical advice for incorporating exercise into daily routines for better sleep.

Aug 14, 2025 • 34min
Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Are dental mouth guards toxic?
Is the FDA phasing out natural thyroid?Study: Lithium for Alzheimer's diseaseMore on water filtration issuesMy mother-in-law has hallucinations when she has a UTI. Why is that?Are dental mouth guards toxic? Is there a better alternative for clenching and bruxism?

Aug 14, 2025 • 42min
Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Is gentle rebounding and indoor recumbent biking safe for someone with chronic venous insufficiency?Were you talking about 'disseminated sarcoidosis'?What are your thoughts on AI-enhanced EKGs?What can I do to find relief for my irritable bowel syndrome?Are there benefits to chelation therapy, or has it fallen out of favor?Some brands of stevia don't contain erythritol. Can I use those?