

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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Jan 3, 2025 • 22min
ENCORE: Leyla Weighs In: From Soil Health to Food Security--The Role of Regenerative Agriculture
The Importance of Regenerative Agriculture: Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses the concept of regenerative agriculture in response to a listener’s question. She explains how regenerative agriculture goes beyond organic practices by enhancing soil quality and promoting a healthier ecosystem. Leyla covers various methods such as composting, crop rotation, and water management, emphasizing the importance of soil health in producing nutrient-dense food and combating global warming. She also highlights the economic advantages of regenerative practices and encourages listeners to support local farmers engaged in sustainable agriculture.

Jan 2, 2025 • 29min
Q&A Special Edition: Inside Our Cabinets--The Supplements we Rely On, Part 1
In this special New Year's edition Q&A Dr. Ronald Hoffman and Nutritionist Leyla Muedin share their personal supplement regimens for 2025. They discuss the variety of supplements they take, including multivitamins, specific minerals, omega-3s, anti-inflammatories, probiotics, and immune-supportive nutrients. They also emphasize the importance of personalized nutrition and caution listeners against directly mirroring their supplement routines. The episode includes advice on seasonal adjustments to supplementation, the benefits of different nutrient combinations, and general tips for maintaining a balanced approach to supplement intake. Dr. Hoffman and Leyla also touch on their personal health goals and the rationale behind their choices, offering listeners insights into optimizing their own supplement strategies.

Jan 2, 2025 • 41min
Q&A Special Edition: Inside Our Cabinets--The Supplements we Rely On, Part 2
Dr. Ronald Hoffman and Nutritionist Leyla Muedin continue their reveal of the supplements they personally take.

Jan 1, 2025 • 28min
ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Is the US diet deadly?
Is the US diet deadly?Why do I always have a fast pulse? It ranges between 85-110I took Candibactin BR and AR with great success. Where do I go from here--a maintenance dose?

Jan 1, 2025 • 28min
ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Dry Mouth
Should my stepson take a genetic test to evaluate his risk for pancreatic cancer?I had abdominal surgery last month. What can I do or take to minimize scarring?I have dry mouth. What treatments can I use to restore saliva?Could metoprolol be contributing to my restless legs syndrome?I've been diagnosed with a chemical imbalance and prescribed Zyprexa. What are your thoughts?

Dec 31, 2024 • 28min
ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Cooking With Coconut Oil
Highlights from Dr. Hoffman's trip to LithuaniaIs there a brand of Boswellia you recommend?I would like to start cooking with coconut oil. What do you recommend?What is the guide to taking strontium for bone health safely?Should I get the Shingrix vaccines after 4 covid shots and the annual flu shot?I've always had my T3 and T4 checked for my thyroid but never T2. How does it work?

Dec 31, 2024 • 30min
ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Seasonal Affective Disorder
Do I have to replace minerals when using a reverse osmosis water purifier?Is anyone tracking whether vaccinated or unvaccinated people are getting long covid?What supplements should not be taken with low-dose aspirin?;Can you talk about chelation therapy and cardiovascular disease?I want to get the right lamp for Seasonal Affective Disorder. What do you recommend?

Dec 30, 2024 • 42min
ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio for December 28, Part 1: "Dead Butt Syndrome"
“Dead butt syndrome”—you probably already have it; Over half of Americans with uncontrolled hypertension are unaware of their condition; Is a smartwatch app for continuous blood pressure monitoring ready for primetime? What are frequent causes of errors in blood pressure measurement? How long can you continue to take Prolia? What’s the likelihood of a colon adenoma turning cancerous? Metformin scores cognitive and anti-aging benefits in monkeys—human trials underway.

Dec 30, 2024 • 43min
ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio for December 28, Part 2: Diagnosing Stomach Pain
Is “Morgellon’s Disease” a figment of the imagination? Are reports of frequent liver problems with popular herbs unfairly alarmist? Diagnosing stomach pain; Harmful micro-organisms can travel hundreds of miles high in the atmosphere; Toxic condoms; Sales of herbal supplements soar—we breakdown the most popular; The three tests for cardiovascular risk that you absolutely need.

Dec 27, 2024 • 25min
ENCORE: Leyla Weighs In: From Autophagy to Weight Loss--The Power of Intermittent Fasting
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses intermittent fasting, specifically addressing whether skipping morning coffee affects metabolism. She explains different approaches to intermittent fasting, including Bulletproof Coffee and time-restricted eating (TRE). Leyla also delves into a study on the effectiveness of TRE in weight loss and cardiometabolic health, highlighting that eating within a specific time window (7am-3pm) led to greater weight loss and improved mood compared to a broader eating period. She emphasizes the importance of a minimum nightly fast of 12 hours for autophagy and overall health benefits.