Intelligent Medicine

Do you know your “remnant cholesterol”? It could be better than LDL for predicting your risk of having a heart attack or stroke; Vagal nerve stimulation for seizures—could adding a keto diet help? Exoskeletons that help runners, hikers, and cyclists have hit the consumer marketplace for recreational athletes; RFK Jr’s HHS launches program to improve infant formulas; Insurers bilk taxpayers for billions by double-charging Medicaid.

Big Pharma pays billions for direct-to-consumer TV drug ads—is it time to ban them? Focused ultrasound obliterates liver tumors with minimal side effects; Nurse tricks woman into believing she’s dying of cancer to cash in on her $1.5 million life insurance policy; Arizona bans insurance denial by AI automated systems; Study overturns view that very low-carb diets are bad for kidney disease patients; Strategies for reviving a lagging thyroid.

Biohacking for Longevity: Extending Your Health Span. In this episode of "Leyla Weighs In," registered dietician and nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses the concept of biohacking and its potential to extend lifespan and health span. Leyla explores various biohacking strategies such as diet optimization, regular physical activity, stress management, enhancing sleep quality, and maintaining strong social connections. She emphasizes the importance of epigenetics, targeted lifestyle changes, and advanced medical interventions like stem cell therapy. You will learn practical biohacking tips, including the benefits of intermittent fasting, the significance of exercise, and how to use wearable technology for health tracking. Leyla also highlights the role of supplements and personalized nutrition in promoting longevity, alongside maintaining good dental health and a sense of purpose. Through these combined efforts, Leyla aims to inspire listeners to not only live longer lives but to enjoy better health and vitality.

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Dr. Julie Siemers, a nurse educator and author of “Surviving Your Hospital Stay: A Nurse Educator's Guide to Staying Safe and Living to Tell About It,” details the importance of patient safety in hospitals, the dangers of medical errors, and how patients and their families can advocate for better care. Dr. Siemers talks about the critical role of nurses, the hierarchy within the nursing profession, and the importance of effective communication between healthcare providers and patients. She also offers practical advice on dealing with high-risk medications, leveraging AI in healthcare, and ensuring better health outcomes by being informed and proactive.

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Julie Siemers, a nurse educator and author of “Surviving Your Hospital Stay: A Nurse Educator's Guide to Staying Safe and Living to Tell About It.” 

The Long Shadow of Rickets: Vitamin D, Historical Insights, and Modern Implications. Dr. Chris Warren, a history professor at Brooklyn College delves into the origins and prevalence of rickets, a condition now largely unknown but once widespread. Dr. Warren explains the factors contributing to rickets, particularly Vitamin D deficiency, and shares insights from his book, "Starved for Light: The Long Shadow of Rickets and Vitamin D Deficiency." The discussion covers socioeconomic, industrial, and environmental aspects, along with the relevance of cod liver oil, sunlight exposure, and the evolution of Vitamin D synthesis. There are also reflections on modern implications of Vitamin D deficiency and racial differences in processing Vitamin D. The episode concludes with a look at how historical medical practices around rickets influenced today's medical norms and practices.

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Chris Warren, author of "Starved for Light: The Long Shadow of Rickets and Vitamin D Deficiency."

The party may be over for telehealth purveyors of cheap copycat weight loss drugs; GLP-1 medications said to offer anti-aging benefits, but a concerning trend points to hair loss in women; Returning astronauts suffer effects of zero gravity, sterile environment; Why supplements can be a logical choice for bladder cancer; Amid new measles concerns, do adults need a booster?