

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 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.

Dec 26, 2024 • 27min
ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: The Impact of Exercise on Dementia
Study: The impact of exercise on dementiaNicotinamide Riboside - does it increase cancer risk and metastasis?

Dec 26, 2024 • 30min
ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Cocoa Powder
How much of the flavanols do I lose by heating cocoa powder?My osteoporosis appears to be resolved with bone health nutrients and strontium. Should I continue taking them?Is melatonin indicated for osteoporosis? If so, at what dose?Is there any way of clearing the spike proteins from one's body after taking the jabs?Any recommendations on reducing the residual stiffness of polymyalgia rheumatica?

Dec 25, 2024 • 26min
ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Health Trackers
Study: Benefits of the combination of cardio and weight trainingWhat is your opinion on health trackers?My heart rate comes down quickly after exercise. Is that good or bad?What do you think about infrared mats? I have fibromyalgia and enjoy the heat.

Dec 25, 2024 • 33min
ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Eczema and Psoriasis
Save our supplements!My dermatologist told me to moisturize my rash with Crisco! Isn't that hydrogenated?Are there natural ways to treat eczema and psoriasis?Can I stop taking statins or do I have to wean myself off?Is there a natural way to treat hyperparathyroidism?My friend just told me to stop taking vitamin D because it's toxic. What say you?


