Audio presentations by Dr. Ronald Hoffman on the topics of preventive medicine and natural healing
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ENCORE: Navigating the US Healthcare System, Part 1
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When a health concern arises, the worry is two-fold: first, about the condition itself, and second, how to effectively access proper treatment and care. Even when you know a great deal about how the system works, navigating the US healthcare system is fraught with difficulty and heartache. The ride through a complicated, fractured, confusing, and d…
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ENCORE: Navigating the US Healthcare System, Part 2
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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with medical consumer advocate Joyce Griggs, the developer of www.unitedstatesofhealthcare.com.By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio for August 17, Part 1: Reversing Diabetes
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Low carb diets are great—but are benefits negated when they raise LDL? Cannabis use—can it accelerate dementia? How can you tell if you’re in danger of getting type 2 diabetes? Handheld device may revolutionize diagnosis of skin cancers; Midlife protein consumption may be a key to healthy aging; 92 year-old indoor rowing champion proves exercise ca…
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ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio for August 17, Part 2: Fending Off Age Related Memory Lapses
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Multivitamins linked to improved memory, slower age-related cognitive decline; Supplements for atrial fibrillation, COPD, and anxiety; How exercise accelerates tissue regeneration; Are occasional age-related memory lapses something to worry about? How to fend them off; Alternatives to Lyrica for fibromyalgia; Is NTFactor compatible with medications…
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Leyla Weighs In: Nourishing Your Brain–The Link Between Diet and Mental Health
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Nutritionist Leyla Muedin “Weighs In” on the significant link between poor diet and mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. She highlights recent studies that reveal how unhealthy eating habits can lead to detrimental changes in brain chemistry and structure. Leyla emphasizes the importance of addressing root causes in integrative and …
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ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Liver Spots
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Study: More people are overweight and overtly obese; What impact does olive leaf extract have on bone health? Can long-term use cause antibiotic resistance?; Is organic expeller pressed canola oil bad for me?; My 47-year-old husband has liver spots. Should we be concerned for his liver function?By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Atrial Fibrillation
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I'm taking warfarin for atrial fibrillation. Can I take Kyolic aged garlic extract?; Can you discuss the amount of ionizing radiation patients are subject to with calcium scoring tests? Are there alternatives?; I have a Complement C4a test that is very high. What is the significance of this result?; What is the significance of a Melanocyte Stimulat…
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Integrative Optometry with Dr. Julie Poteet: Preventing Vision Loss Through Nutrition, Part 1
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Dr. Julie Poteet, a prominent integrative optometrist, discusses various aspects of eye health and how the eye can yield crucial insights about the potential for degenerative diseases and premature aging. She covers topics ranging from the impact of nutrition on age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, and glaucoma to innovative practices such …
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Integrative Optometry with Dr. Julie Poteet: Preventing Vision Loss Through Nutrition, Part 2
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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Julie Poteet, OD, MS, CNS, FOWNS.By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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Rewiring Health: Exploring Vagal Nerve Stimulation with Dr. Peter Staats, Part 1
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Rewiring Health: Exploring Vagal Nerve Stimulation with Dr. Peter Staats, Part 2
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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Peter Staats, Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of electroCore, pioneers in noninvasive vagus nerve stimulation.By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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Intelligent Medicine Radio for August 10, Part 1: The Olympic Women’s Boxing Controversy Explained
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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 …
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Intelligent Medicine Radio for August 10, Part 2: Is sitting the new smoking?
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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.…
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Leyla Weighs In: Medicinal Mushrooms–Nature’s Health Powerhouses
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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 therap…
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Diabetes-Related Amputations
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Health disparities in diabetes-related amputations; Big Food advertising by elite athletes; Pushback on government overreach during the time of covid.By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Rebounder for Mobility?
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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?; …
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Understanding Digestive Health: Supplements, Strategies, and Solutions, Part 1
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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 alterna…
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Understanding Digestive Health: Supplements, Strategies, and Solutions, Part 2
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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 .By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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Mental Mastery: Techniques for Optimal Performance with Brandon Epstein, Part 1
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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 hi…
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Mental Mastery: Techniques for Optimal Performance with Brandon Epstein, Part 2
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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Brandon Epstein, author of "Programmed to Fail: How to Break Through Your Mental Blocks and Achieve Greatness."By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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Intelligent Medicine Radio for August 3, Part 1: Diabetes Management–Why We’re Failing
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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; …
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Intelligent Medicine Radio for August 3, Part 2: Peripheral Neuropathy Pain
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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 peripher…
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Leyla Weighs In: A Metabolic Approach to Heart Failure
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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 hea…
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Stiff Person Syndrome
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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?By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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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?…
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Unlocking Longevity: The Power of Urolithin A, Part 1
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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 cance…
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Unlocking Longevity: The Power of Urolithin A, Part 2
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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Jen Scheinman, registered dietitian nutritionist and senior manager of nutrition affairs at Timeline Nutrition, a longevity company on a mission to improve healthspan.By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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Balance Stress, Optimize Health: Insights on Heart Rate Variability, Part 1
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Dr. Torkil Færø, a Norwegian general practitioner and author of “The Pulse Cure,” details how heart rate variability (HRV) can be a critical indicator of health, stress management, and longevity. Dr. Færø explains the science behind HRV, its practical applications using modern wearable devices like the Garmin watch, Apple watch, Oura ring, and Whoo…
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Balance Stress, Optimize Health: Insights on Heart Rate Variability, Part 2
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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Torkil Færø, author of “The Pulse Cure: The revolutionary new way to balance stress, optimize health and live longer.”By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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Intelligent Medicine Radio for July 27, Part 1: “Blue Zones”
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Intelligent Medicine Radio for July 27, Part 2: Knee Replacement Alternatives
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When can an astute dermatologist deliver a lifesaving diagnosis? A lifelong athlete seeks an alternative to a knee replacement; Nearly half of all U.S. deaths avoidable via easily-implemented lifestyle changes; The hazards of secondary cigarette smoke; Solutions for acid reflux; Fish oil scores vs. cardiovascular disease; The verdict on a new drug …
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Banish the Bloat: Leyla Weighs In with Tips and Insights
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Registered dietitian nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses various reasons behind bloating and offers practical solutions. Leyla explains how factors like diet, stress, and lifestyle choices can lead to bloating and shares tips on mindful eating, hydration, and the types of food that can help or exacerbate the issue. She also covers the role of probi…
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: The Protein ‘Craze’
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More on avoiding excess fluids during meals; Legacy media gets it wrong on the protein 'craze'; Some ideas and recommendations for the American Nutrition Association; What type of cream or salve can be used for hyperpigmentation?; I have hypoglycemia and 30 minutes of exercise increases my hunger - help!…
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Is there a brand of red yeast rice that doesn't contain any statins?; How do you know if your heartburn is from too much or too little stomach acid? And how do you treat each?; Any recommendations on avoiding the side effects of statins?; Do you think hotel breakfasts are of good quality?By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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From Garden to Health: Exploring 94 Healing Plants, Part 1
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Jane Barlow Christensen, author of “Be Your Own Shaman,” delves into the world of herbal medicine, discussing the benefits and applications of 94 healing plants. She covers traditional and modern uses of herbs, the importance of plant-based remedies in holistic health, and the fascinating family legacy that Jane carries on from her father, a pionee…
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From Garden to Health: Exploring 94 Healing Plants, Part 2
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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Jane Barlow Christensen, master herbalist and author of “Be Your Own Shaman: A Field Guide to Utilize 94 of the World's Most Healing Plants.”By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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The Corruption of America’s Food Industry with Austin Frerick, Part 1
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Austin Frerick, author of “Barron's: Money, Power, and the Corruption of America's Food Industry,” presents a comprehensive analysis of how powerful conglomerates dominate the American food supply, leading to widespread health issues like obesity and metabolic diseases. The discussion reveals how 73 percent of the U.S. food supply consists of highl…
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The Corruption of America’s Food Industry with Austin Frerick, Part 2
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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Austin Frerick, author of “Barons: Money, Power, and the Corruption of America's Food Industry.”By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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Intelligent Medicine Radio for July 20, Part 1: The Gut Link to Autism
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The gut link to autism: When Andrew Wakefield first proposed the connection in the 1990s, he was vilified, but new research supports microbiome impact on childhood neurodevelopment; President Biden is taking Paxlovid for COVID—will it help? When a “routine” X-ray leads to a wild goose chase; Astaxanthin shows promise for fatigue, muscle strength, c…
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Intelligent Medicine Radio for July 20, Part 2: Toxic Tampons
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Toxic tampons; Folate and cancer—preventive or risk? Avocado leaf tea—is that a thing? Support for GI motility; How much protein should be consumed at each meal? Highly-promoted banking of newborn cord blood meets real-world challenges; Loneliness—but not necessarily social isolation—increases risk of cognitive decline; Solutions for spinal arthrit…
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Nutritionist Leyla Muedin explores the importance of the endothelial glycocalyx (EGX) in maintaining a healthy vascular system. Referencing an article by Dr. Jack Wolfson from the January 2024 issue of “Integrative Medicine: A Clinician's Journal,” Leyla discusses how the EGX functions as a smart barrier within the vascular system. She explains its…
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Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: “Bioengineered Food Ingredient”
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Violence, aggression and criminality. What do these have to do with diet and/or medication?; What do you think of Spike Support?; A new personal best for a 72+ year old!; My protein bar says "contains a bioengineered food ingredient". Should I be concerned?By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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A discussion on organic produce; Is there a natural approach to aortic valve stenosis?; Do you think hair testing is valuable?; Is it not okay to drink liquids during meals? Does it impede digestion?; Can you take nicotinamide riboside if you have cancer?; Is red lentil pasta a good substitute for regular wheat pasta?…
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Beyond Medication: Dr. Angela Stanton’s Nutritional Approach to Migraine Prevention, Part 1
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Dr. Angela Stanton, herself a migraineur, harnessed her extensive knowledge of biochemistry and physiology to discover a root cause of migraines: electrolyte imbalance. Applying simple dietary interventions, she controlled her migraines, and has shared the benefits of her innovative protocol with numerous migraineurs via her free resources as well …
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Beyond Medication: Dr. Angela Stanton’s Nutritional Approach to Migraine Prevention, Part 2
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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Angela Stanton, author of “Fighting the Migraine Epidemic: A Complete Guide.”By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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ENCORE: The Role of Herbal Supplements in Natural Medicine, Part 1
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Dr. Bill Rawls, author of "The Cellular Wellness Solution," joins us to discuss the role of herbal supplements in natural medicine. He prefers to use herbs, not merely as individual panaceas, like the way we deploy drugs to alleviate symptoms, but rather as part of a comprehensive strategy comprising lifestyle to optimize cellular wellness. Dr. Raw…
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ENCORE: The Role of Herbal Supplements in Natural Medicine, Part 2
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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Bill Rawls, author of "The Cellular Wellness Solution."By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
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Intelligent Medicine Radio for July 13, Part 1: Fish oil found safe for surgery
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Meta-analysis shows NO excessive bleeding problems with Omega-3s; Fish oil found safe for surgery; Dupixent for nasal polyps? Remedies for SIBO (small intestine bacterial overgrowth) in a type 1 diabetic; Less than 5% of the world’s population reside in the U.S.—but we consume 65% of the medications! Dr. Oz heart device under scrutiny; Oregon court…
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Intelligent Medicine Radio for July 13, Part 2: Is the glycemic index (GI) obsolete?
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Study that claimed herbal supplements were devoid of active ingredients debunked; Can IV vitamin C help with blood-borne infections? Just 30 minutes of exercise boosts cancer-fighting white blood cells; The paradoxical effects of diet on a little-known but important cardiovascular risk factor—lp(a); A quarter century of research supports heart bene…
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Leyla Weighs In: IBS Treatment Strategies–Dietary Tips and Lifestyle Advice
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Nutritionist Leyla Muedin details various diet therapies for managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), focusing on the Low FODMAP diet and gluten-free options. Leyla explains the types of IBS (constipation-predominant and diarrhea-predominant), and provides a detailed list of foods to eliminate and suitable alternatives. She emphasizes the importanc…
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