Intelligent Medicine

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.

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 .

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.

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Brandon Epstein, author of "Programmed to Fail: How to Break Through Your Mental Blocks and Achieve Greatness."

Why we’re failing at diabetes management; Soaring rates of amputation among diabetic African Americans highlights “mega-disparity” in healthcare delivery; Frustrated with American Diabetes Association ties to BigPharma and ultra-processed food companies, the American Diabetes Society founded to promote low-carb diet approach to disease management; How Listeria is prompting Northeast deli recalls; Can fish oil cause easy bruisability? Iodine’s role for thyroid and breasts; Congressional bill seeks to rein in SNAP subsidization of junk food purchases; Olympic highlights: Swimming in the polluted Seine and trans athletes in women’s boxing.

Trust in doctors craters in wake of Covid; Mother, don’t let your children grow up to be doctors; Does a diagnosis of hiatal hernia require lifelong acid-blockers? If you’re reluctant to get a colonoscopy, stool tests and a newly-approved blood test may suffice for prevention; When drugs aren’t tolerated, are there natural alternatives for peripheral neuropathy pain? Supplements for insomnia can help—but a comprehensive lifestyle approach is necessary to optimize sleep; The movement to kick Big Soda sponsors out of sport; NFL Kelce brothers sell out to endorse sugary cereal; North Korea’s Kim Jong Un is a heart attack waiting to happen.

Nutritionist Leyla Muedin delves into the rising prevalence of chronic heart failure and critiques conventional treatments. She emphasizes the importance of understanding heart failure as a condition marked by low cardiac energy and dysfunction. Leyla discusses the shortcomings of current dietary guidelines and the negative impact of statins on heart health. Highlighting the 'awesome foursome' proposed by Dr. Steven Sinatra—Coenzyme Q10, L-Carnitine, D-Ribose, and Magnesium—she explains how these supplements support mitochondrial function and improve heart energy. Leyla advocates for integrative and functional medicine approaches, which, coupled with lifestyle changes, offer promising improvements in managing heart failure without the side effects of standard medications.

Olympics highlights and stiff person syndrome; Should I be concerned about my B12 being so high?; My calcium level is low. Should I be concerned?; Have you ever treated microscopic colitis patients with bismuth?; I'm taking Evening Primrose Oil but isn't it pro-inflammatory?

Do we need more fiber?; A discussion about Blue Zones; My BUN is high and my carbon dioxide is low. Do I have a kidney problem?; What do you think of spermidine for autophagy?; What about apigenin for anti-aging?; My doctor wants me to take Crestor but I'm concerned about side effects? What about Red Yeast Rice?

Jen Scheinman, registered dietitian nutritionist and senior manager of nutrition affairs at Timeline Nutrition, delves into the unique benefits of the supplement Urolithin A, branded as Mitopure®, which supports mitochondrial function and may have widespread implications for longevity, muscle health, immune support, skin care, and potentially cancer recovery. The conversation covers the scientific research backing Urolithin A, its practical applications, and exciting new studies that could expand its uses. Real-world applications and user experiences are also shared, making this episode a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in enhancing their health through mitochondrial support. Right now Timeline is offering 10% off just for listening to Intelligent Medicine. Just click HERE and use code HOFFMAN at checkout.