Physician empathy outperforms other therapies—even opiates and surgery—for relief of chronic back pain; Even if you hurt, exercise might help vanquish your aches; Alternatives to Protonix; Ashwagandha is a nightshade—should it be avoided? Earlobe creases and heart risk—is that a thing? Does child-bearing speed up women’s aging clocks? New study shows beta-blockers over-prescribed after heart attacks; “Oh-oh-oh-Ozempic!” How rejiggering a 70s song spurred a drug bonanza; Berberine vs. colon...

ACTION ALERT: New York legislation threatens access to supplements; Are there alternatives to orange juice for vitamin C? The brewing controversy over Decaf coffee; Dogs are able to sniff out PTSD; High sugar intake tied to depression; Remedies for Crohn's Disease.

Have you ever wondered why your iron levels could be sky-high, even without the steak? On today's episode of the Intelligent Medicine Podcast, "Leyla Weighs In" with the intricacies of serum ferritin. She peels back the layers on what elevated levels truly mean for your health. It's not just about what's on your plate; in this jam-packed episode, she navigates the turbulent waters of iron overload disorders, secondary causes like transfusion overload, and more elusive culprits such as liver...

Earthquake and eclipse!; Influencers on anti-diet advice; What are the best ways to replace NAD?; What courses are available for learning about supplements?

Is there a holistic way of lowering my high Hemoglobin A1c?; Do supplements for airborne allergies apply to food allergies too?; I think my friend was misdiagnosed with Crohn's disease; What do think is going on with turbo cancers?

Have you ever wondered about the strings that control the narratives in health journalism? Sit tight as Sharyl Attkisson, a seasoned investigative reporter and author of "Follow the $cience: How Big Pharma Misleads, Obscures, and Prevails," peels back the curtain on the pharmaceutical industry's grip over media and public health policy. Our riveting conversation, rooted in Sharyl's transition from mainstream media to the independent front, exposes how corporate interests dictate the news we...

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Sharyl Attkisson, author of "Follow the $cience: How Big Pharma Misleads, Obscures, and Prevails," available for preorder now.

Have you ever considered that the key to your mood swings or unshakeable fatigue might be lurking within your gut? This episode pulls back the curtain on our digestive systems with the expertise of Dr. Michael Ruscio, gut health guru and author of "Healthy Gut, Healthy You." We embark on an eye-opening discussion about the often underestimated power of the gastrointestinal tract, from its influence on our energy and sleep to its intricate connection with mental health and thyroid function....

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Michael Ruscio, author of “Healthy Gut Healthy You.”

Mainstream websites dub keto diet “risky”—but new study highlights its benefits for severe psychiatric disorders; Despite skyrocketing obesity, Big Food pays influencers to tout fat acceptance, normalize junk food; Test blood levels of Omega 3s to pinpoint cardio risk; “Oat-zempic” is the new diet craze; A dozen eggs per week doesn’t worsen—may even reduce—cardio risk; The Salad and Salmon Diet—does it require lifelong adherence?

Magnesium deficiency is pervasive; A novel magnesium formulation obviates GI symptoms and enhances magnesium bioavailability; Solutions for hair-graying—are they legit? Breaking the vicious cycle of recurring ear infections; Elevated liver function test results—what do they mean? Comments on Sen. Joe Lieberman’s sudden death; Is warfarin the best drug for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation? How potent weight loss drugs can trigger an emergency colostomy.

There are many reasons for high blood pressure. What is yours?

More on “eat the rainbow” . . . or not; Medical breakthroughs that we don't really need; Can you discuss the order of eating macronutrients and its impact on blood glucose?; What about the impact of apple cider vinegar on blood sugar?

If I start taking urolithin A, will it make my insomnia worse?; I'm a 54 year old postmenopausal woman with no libido—can supplements help?; Can you talk more about the vegan twin study saying plant-based diet improved fertility?; What do you think of IV NAD vitamin drips?

Regan Nelson is host of the "Clean & Green Living" podcast. Her mission is to provide knowledge and resources that will help you reduce your exposure to toxic chemicals through easy and affordable lifestyle changes. Regan is a dedicated health educator and advocate with a passion for cleaner living. She has a master’s degree in physiology and 20 years of working in innovation and consumer insights, helping guide us to a safer, healthier and more sustainable life. Regan has also played an...

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Regan Nelson, host of the "Clean & Green Living" podcast.

Think you or your kids are too young to worry about cardiovascular disease? Think again! While most of us assume that problems like high cholesterol or blood pressure are reserved for those over the age of 60, the truth is heart disease can begin decades earlier. In fact, recent studies show that a growing number of children and young adults are already living with serious risk factors that could set them up for a future heart attack or stroke. Jim LaValle, a clinical pharmacist, author,...

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Jim LaValle, clinical pharmacist, author, board certified clinical nutritionist, and heart health expert, about some new and exciting heart health research from our friends at Kyolic.

Why you shouldn’t believe the new study that claims intermittent fasting increases heart deaths 91%; Bile acid diarrhea; Prevagen prevails in jury trial; FDA forced to U-turn on Ivermectin; The tyranny of “evidence-based medicine.”

Kate Middleton’s cancer; Sen. Joe Lieberman’s death from a fall; New blood thinners may obviate bleeding risks; Reviewing Balance of Nature; Caller shares improvement in his bone density scores after following my advice; Low-carb Mediterranean diet boosts testosterone, improves sperm quality; Reusing deep-fried oil may cause neurological disorders.

Eat the rainbow? Or not? When eating the rainbow may exacerbate health conditions.

Highlights from Dr. Hoffman's scuba vacation—health hazards of diving; Is it ever a good idea to use insulin with type 2 diabetics without first testing pancreatic function?; Do you have a recommendation for a stool softener? I've already tried drinking more water and eating more fiber.; Would you (Dr.H) consider writing a book about health in old age?

Is there a danger of excess mineral deposits in tissues with strontium use?; What are your thoughts about the recent finding of micro-plastics in carotid arteries?; What do you think of Dr. Michael Greger's views on a healthy lifestyle?; What do you think of functional or performance coffee?

Stress is ubiquitous and has many manifestations. Naturopathic physician Dr. Doni Wilson has a new book, "Master Your Stress, Reset Your Health: The Personalized Program to Calm Anxiety, Boost Energy, and Beat Burnout," that details individualized approaches to stress adaptation. She characterizes 5 different stress types, based on variations in cortisol and adrenaline responses. Each entails a specific program of lifestyle and supplementation. We discuss the roles of genetics, diet,...

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Doni Wilson, author of "Master Your Stress, Reset Your Health: The Personalized Program to Calm Anxiety, Boost Energy, and Beat Burnout."