

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 13, 2024 • 28min
Rewiring Health: Exploring Vagal Nerve Stimulation with Dr. Peter Staats, Part 1

Aug 13, 2024 • 30min
Rewiring Health: Exploring Vagal Nerve Stimulation with Dr. Peter Staats, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Peter Staats, Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of electroCore, pioneers in noninvasive vagus nerve stimulation.

Aug 12, 2024 • 41min
Intelligent Medicine Radio for August 10, Part 1: The Olympic Women’s Boxing Controversy Explained
The Olympic Women’s Boxing controversy explained —it’s a fascinating lesson in reproductive biology; Why it’s important for pregnant women to not even TOUCH men’s prostate pills; Fruits and vegetables vs. hypertension; How to talk to your doctor—and finding one who will listen; What causes lipomas, and can they be treated non-surgically? Are there alternatives to drugs for tardive dyskinesia? Some swimmers sicken after Olympic swim in polluted Seine; Why free medical school tuition won’t fix America’s doctor shortage.

Aug 12, 2024 • 42min
Intelligent Medicine Radio for August 10, Part 2: Is sitting the new smoking?
15 million Americans at risk of liver damage from popular herbs—REALLY?? Is sitting the new smoking? Can eye drops reverse cataracts? Accuracy/efficacy of vaunted Galleri cancer screening blood test challenged by newly released data; Can melatonin help relieve tinnitus? Fireworks may spread harmful air pollution.

Aug 9, 2024 • 23min
Leyla Weighs In: Medicinal Mushrooms–Nature’s Health Powerhouses
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin delves into the benefits of medicinal mushrooms, providing an in-depth exploration of various mushrooms like cordyceps, rishi, chaga, shiitake, and lion's mane, highlighting their potential health benefits. These mushrooms are known for promoting immune support, healthy inflammation response, brain health, and other therapeutic effects. Leyla emphasizes the importance of proper identification and expert consultation when foraging mushrooms and encourages including domesticated varieties in everyday cooking to harness their nutritional power.

Aug 8, 2024 • 35min
Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Diabetes-Related Amputations
Health disparities in diabetes-related amputations; Big Food advertising by elite athletes; Pushback on government overreach during the time of covid.

Aug 8, 2024 • 34min
Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Rebounder for Mobility?
I'm from Belgium and interested in naturopathy and functional medicine. Could you recommend a school?; I'm a senior trying to stay mobile. What do you think of daily use of a rebounder?; A look at Indigo in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease; Is strontium beneficial in the treatment of osteoporosis?; Are NTFactor and urolithin A similar?; Can you compare Thorne's nicotinamide riboside to Tru-Niagen? Is liposomal better?; I have numbness and tingling in my feet, ankles, calves and hands. Do I need a neurologist?

Aug 7, 2024 • 35min
Understanding Digestive Health: Supplements, Strategies, and Solutions, Part 1
Neil Edward Levin, Senior Nutrition Education Manager and product formulator for Now Foods and Protocol for Life Balance, untangles the complexities of digestive health, including common issues like GERD, IBS, and gastritis. The discussion highlights the insufficiency of conventional gastroenterology's reliance on acid blockers and explores alternatives like digestive enzymes and supplements. Levin elaborates on the importance of maintaining a healthy digestive lining and the critical role of nutrients like zinc, vitamin C, and amino acids. The conversation also covers specific products like zinc carnosine, mastic gum, slippery elm, and essential oils such as oregano and peppermint. Additionally, they address the credibility issues in the supplement industry and the need for consumer vigilance.

Aug 7, 2024 • 30min
Understanding Digestive Health: Supplements, Strategies, and Solutions, Part 2
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Neil Levin, the Senior Nutrition Education Manager and a product formulator for NOW(r) Foods and Protocol for Life Balance .

Aug 6, 2024 • 29min
Mental Mastery: Techniques for Optimal Performance with Brandon Epstein, Part 1
Mental performance coach Brandon Epstein is author of "Programmed to Fail: How to Break Through Your Mental Block and Achieve Greatness." He discusses the mental aspects of performance, the influence of negative programming, and how belief systems shape reality. Brandon shares insights from his work with elite athletes and executives, as well as his personal journey of overcoming significant challenges, including weight loss and financial recovery. The conversation delves into practical strategies for achieving success in both athletic and everyday life endeavors, emphasizing the importance of aligning with one's authentic self and overcoming subconscious barriers.