Intelligent Medicine

There's too much plastic!; Does a keto diet double the risk of heart attack and stroke?; A discussion on flawed methodology in scientific research.

What do you think of Boswellia and ginger to aid in aches and pains and promote sleep?; Do you have a favorite Mediterranean diet cookbook or website?; I'm a 75 year old male. Should I add methylene blue to my supplement regimen for its anti-aging benefits?; What is the name of that memory game that kids love?

Dr. Devra Davis, Founder, Senior Fellow & President Emerita of the Environmental Health Trust, and author of “Disconnect: The Truth About Cell Phone Radiation,” reveals the health risks posed by electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from everyday devices like cell phones, earbuds, and wireless routers. Dr. Davis explains the difference between ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, emphasizing the potential DNA damage caused by non-ionizing radiation found in EMFs. She discusses the outdated safety guidelines, especially the FCC's 27-year-old standards, and the uneven regulations worldwide. The conversation also covers animal studies demonstrating EMF-related health risks, the potential misuse of meta-analysis in studies by organizations like the WHO, and the growing concerns over new technologies such as 5G. Dr. Hoffman and Dr. Davis delve into the suppression of critical information by industries and the need for safer technology practices and regulatory standards.

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Devra Davis, author of "Disconnect: A Scientist's Solutions for Safer Technology."

Good health starts in your digestive gut also known as the intestinal tract. It is the largest immune system organ of the body containing up to 80% of your body’s immune cells. Naturopathic Practitioner Jane Jansen from the Tree of Life Wellness Center in Massachusetts details the importance of prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics in maintaining gut health and overall well-being. She touches on the impact of COVID-19 on gut microbiota, and a variety of health conditions linked to gut health. The benefits of Dr. Ohhira’s Probiotics are highlighted, along with general advice on improving gut health through diet, exercise, and probiotic supplementation.

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Naturopathic Practitioner, Jane Jansen of the Tree of Life Wellness Center in Massachusetts.

“Wild West” of Ketamine dispensing led to Matthew Perry’s death; Why living at high altitude can trim weight, improve metabolism; The prescribing loophole for compounded semaglutide drugs; Ozempic/Wegovy studies yield conflicting results on depression/suicide risk; Good news for doctors—public still prefers advice from health professionals over AI Chatbots (but barely!); What can restore cartilage in your joints? Despite my best efforts to curate my feed, why does Facebook continue to bombard me with tempting high-calorie recipes?

Physical activity linked to increased brain volume in kids; GI illnesses in Olympic athletes who competed in Seine swims; How long to wait after tooth extraction before flying? If exercise is impossible due to physical limitations can you still lose weight? Late summer brings risk of mosquito-borne illnesses; Anti-inflammatory diet found to curb onset of 59 chronic diseases; Alleged superiority of liposomal vitamin C; Why super-model Elle McPherson’s eschewal of aggressive breast cancer treatment isn’t such a big deal.

Nutritionist Leyla Muedin “Weighs In” on causes and treatments of neuropathic pain, particularly focusing on the efficacy of alpha lipoic acid and acetyl L-carnitine. She discusses various neuropathic conditions such as diabetic peripheral neuropathy, chemotherapy-induced neuropathy, carpal tunnel syndrome, and burning mouth syndrome. Leyla highlights scientific research and clinical trials that show the benefits and safety profiles of these supplements compared to traditional pharmaceuticals. She also touches upon common side effects, optimal dosages, and the significant improvement in neuropathic pain management offered by these treatments.

Study: Are plant based meat analogues better for metabolic health?; I use Desenex powder regularly. Do I need to be concerned of any talc it contains like the Johnson & Johnson product?; My daughter has a rash on her neck and hair loss. Is this due to stress?