Intelligent Medicine

Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses the growing concerns around the integrity of scientific research. She highlights the recent editorial by Richard Smith, a former editor at the British Medical Journal, suggesting that scientific research should be considered fraudulent until proven otherwise. Leyla introduces the RIDGID framework, developed by researchers at Monash University in Australia, which aims to detect and eliminate fraudulent studies from influencing clinical guidelines and meta-analyses. The framework consists of six steps for reviewing, excluding, assessing, discussing, establishing contact, and reassessing research studies. The episode emphasizes the need for a systematic approach to ensure the accuracy and integrity of scientific research in the medical field.

Would bouncing on an exercise ball get my lymph system going as much as a rebounder?; A safer rebounder--with handrails!; Should I take Ayurvedic herbs to help control my blood pressure? What else can I do?; My daughter has been diagnosed with esophageal ulcers three times in her life. What gives?; Will the use of black pepper in cooking be enough to help increase curcumin absorption?

Maggie Frank, National Educator, CV Sciences, makers of PlusCBD Oil and the new +PlusHLTH cannabinoid-free advanced wellness formulas introduces new, innovative supplements that support the endocannabinoid system without Cannabis. Maggie introduces products from CV Sciences that go beyond traditional CBD usage, including Clarity gummies for cognitive support, Peace gummies for relaxation, and ReShape capsules for metabolic balance. They delve into the science behind ingredients like OEA, berberine, and DMAE, and explore how these supplements can improve focus, mood, and metabolic health. The episode also touches on the implications of these products for different age groups and their benefits over traditional medications.

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Maggie Frank, National Educator, CV Sciences, makers of PlusCBD Oil and the new +PlusHLTH cannabinoid-free advanced wellness formulas.

Digital Madness: How SOCIAL MEDIA is Driving Our MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS—and How to Restore Our Sanity is a new book by today’s guest, Dr. Nicholas Karderas. He details how social media is eroding our attention spans, and fostering binary thinking—akin to a mass epidemic of borderline personality disorder. Dr. Kardaras points out how highly immersive social media are an evolutionary mismatch for our hunter-gatherer brains. He proposes a dose of classic philosophy and ethics to gird ourselves against digital media’s pernicious influences, and describe effective treatment programs for digital addicts. Dr. Karderas declares against censorship but calls for reining in the power and reach of social media behemoths.

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Nicholas Karderas, author of "Digital Madness: How Social Media Is Driving Our Mental Health Crisis--and How to Restore Our Sanity

PEA for pain, immunity, sleep, inflammation, cognition, mood; Don’t put bananas in your smoothie—here’s why; Does cinnamon really improve blood sugar? Probiotics to counter antibiotic side effects; Natural support for insomnia; Stocks of weight loss drug-makers soar; A shot you can take every 6 months to control your blood pressure; Injectable med relieves peanut allergy; Governor DeSantis proposes Florida ban on lab-grown meat.

How to promote wound healing; “Enhanced Games” will feature athletes leveraging latest performance-enhancing drugs; Sophisticated blood test predicts Alzheimer’s decades before onset; Large trial demonstrates lifestyle key to dementia prevention; Pulse oximeters found unreliable in dark-skinned individuals; Can vertigo be a symptom of menopause? Gut bacteria support resistance to respiratory viruses; Riddle me this—sky-high cholesterol on a vegetarian diet—but zero plaque!

Registered dietitian nutritionist Leyla Muedin “weighs In” on the widespread issue of magnesium deficiency. Highlighting important findings from the New England Journal of Medicine and Holistic Primary Care, Leyla focuses on the impact of common medications, like diuretics and proton pump inhibitors, which can cause significant magnesium depletion. She emphasizes the importance of magnesium in over 300 biochemical functions in the body, its role in heart health, and the associated risks of deficiency, including cardiovascular, metabolic, and neurological problems. The episode also covers causes, symptoms, and treatment guidelines for magnesium deficiency, stressing the need for improved detection and supplementation practices among those at risk.