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**Intelligent Medicine with Dr. Ronald Hoffman | The Best of High Tech Medicine and Alternative Modalities**

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.

Latest Episodes:

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Burning Mouth Syndrome Sep 03, 2026

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Highlights from Dr. Hoffman's vacation.
What can my friend take for burning mouth syndrome?
I'm looking to build immunity. What are your thoughts on beta-glucans?
I hike a lot and want to protect my knees. Would peptides like BPC-157 be of benefit?

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Red Meat v. Iron Supplements Sep 03, 2026

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How should I take N101 lozenges?
Where can I find Propax with NT Factor? I prefer capsule or pill form.
Why is the Salad and Salmon diet not mentioned? It's the best of both worlds in a whole-foods eating plan.
My doctor wants me to take a statin, but I'm reluctant because of sensitivities and reactions to drugs.
I've been told to avoid red meat and instead take an iron supplement, but it's causing constipation
How much magnesium should I take for my weight at 160 lbs?

ENCORE: Turning Stress into Strength, Part 1 Sep 02, 2026

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Dr. Sharon Bergquist is an award-winning physician, innovative healthcare leader, and visionary researcher, renowned for spearheading a science-based approach to applying lifestyle as medicine. She is the author of "The Stress Paradox: Why You Need Stress to Live Longer, Healthier, and Happier." She discusses the misunderstood role of stress, emphasizing its potential benefits when managed and utilized correctly. Dr. Bergquist explains how stress can enhance cellular function, boost resilience, and improve overall health. She delves into topics such as the physiology of stress, the science of hormesis, and the benefits of controlled stressors including plant toxins, thermal exposure, fasting, exercise, and psychological challenges. The discussion underscores the importance of balancing stress and recovery to promote cellular repair and long-term well-being.

ENCORE: Turning Stress into Strength, Part 2 Sep 02, 2026

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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Sharon Bergquist, author of "The Stress Paradox: Why You Need Stress to Live Longer, Healthier, and Happier."

ENCORE: Vitamin D: How Rickets Shaped Nutritional Science, Part 1 Sep 01, 2026

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The Long Shadow of Rickets: Vitamin D, Historical Insights, and Modern Implications. Dr. Chris Warren, a history professor at Brooklyn College delves into the origins and prevalence of rickets, a condition now largely unknown but once widespread. Dr. Warren explains the factors contributing to rickets, particularly Vitamin D deficiency, and shares insights from his book, "Starved for Light: The Long Shadow of Rickets and Vitamin D Deficiency." The discussion covers socioeconomic, industrial, and environmental aspects, along with the relevance of cod liver oil, sunlight exposure, and the evolution of Vitamin D synthesis. There are also reflections on modern implications of Vitamin D deficiency and racial differences in processing Vitamin D. The episode concludes with a look at how historical medical practices around rickets influenced today's medical norms and practices.

ENCORE: Vitamin D: How Rickets Shaped Nutritional Science, Part 2 Sep 01, 2026

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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. Chris Warren, author of "Starved for Light: The Long Shadow of Rickets and Vitamin D Deficiency."

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio for August 29, Part 1: Persistent Itch Aug 31, 2026

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Dr. Marty Makary out as FDA Commissioner—was he the victim of a BigPharma purge? Are “liquid biopsies” useful for predicting recurrences, as well as guiding therapy, for cancer? Nighttime smartphone by adolescents surges, eroding kids’ sleep needs; Persistent itch may require an “all of the above” approach to break its vicious cycle—could topical vitamin B12 provide an answer? Study critiques research methods that fast-tracked new Alzheimer’s drugs.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio for August 29, Part 2: Menopausal Sleep Problems Aug 31, 2026

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You won’t believe this new medical use for Classic Coca-Cola; The solution for menopausal sleep problems goes beyond mere hormone replacement; Paxlovid strikes out vs. Covid in new trials; Pesticide exposure may explain rising colorectal cancer rates in young people; Big Food touts faulty study that claims healthier food regulations will cost consumers; Higher aerobic fitness boosts size of the brain’s memory centers—as does memorizing London taxi routes.

Leyla Weighs In: From Prescription to Plate--Embracing Food as Clinical Care Aug 28, 2026

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Food as Medicine: Why Medical Nutrition Therapy and Medically Tailored Meals Belong in Modern Healthcare: Registered dietitian nutritionist Leyla Muedin argues that food should be treated with the same rigor as medication through medical nutrition therapy (MNT) and “diet prescriptions,” integrating nutrition into treatment plans rather than leaving it as optional advice. She cites evidence that medically tailored meals (MTMs) can improve outcomes and reduce costs, including a Health Affairs simulation estimating $23.7B in first-year net savings nationwide and a Nature Medicine analysis of a Massachusetts Medicaid demonstration (2020–2023) showing MTM recipients had 31% fewer hospitalizations, 20% fewer emergency visits, and $3,433 lower total healthcare costs, offsetting 98% of program costs. She discusses food insecurity, expanding Medicaid coverage via Section 1115 waivers, EHR integration, and how MTMs support adherence for conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, depression, and IBS (including low FODMAP).

ENCORE: Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Genetic Testing Aug 27, 2026

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The 23 & Me bankruptcy
The promise of genetic testing in the future
What are your thoughts on methylene blue? Any benefits?

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