Intelligent Medicine Radio for September 19, Part 2: Bright Lights at Night Emerge as Heart Disease Risk Factor

Intelligent Medicine Radio for September 19, Part 2: Bright Lights at Night Emerge as Heart Disease Risk Factor

Author: Dr. Ronald Hoffman | Pioneering Complementary Medicine Practitioner September 21, 2026 Duration: 35:20

Cancer rise in younger adults may be explained by accelerated cellular aging; “Quadriceps activation failure” may explain common waking difficulty following successful knee replacement; Is “Calocurb” a good natural alternative to GLP-1 drugs? New study claims 4 to 6 servings of whole grains may be the key to heart health—but doubts arise due to its authorship in Iran, a hotbed of scientific research fraud; Splenda back in the crosshairs as new evidence points to genetic damage; Bright lights at night emerge as new heart disease risk factor. 


Dr. Ronald Hoffman has spent decades at the forefront of integrative care, and his Intelligent Medicine podcast is a direct extension of his clinical practice. Here, the conversation moves beyond the simplistic divide between mainstream and alternative treatments, instead focusing on a nuanced, evidence-informed synthesis. Each episode is a deep exploration of how modern high-tech diagnostics and treatments can be thoughtfully combined with time-tested holistic modalities to optimize health, delay aging, and address complex chronic conditions. You'll hear detailed discussions on the latest research in nutrigenomics, the practical use of supplements, the role of targeted exercise, and the science behind various therapeutic diets. Dr. Hoffman brings clarity to confusing health topics, interviewing leading experts and translating their findings into actionable strategies. This isn't about quick fixes or fads; it's a resource for anyone seeking a sophisticated, personalized approach to well-being, where the best of all medical worlds converges. Tune in for a consistently intelligent and forward-looking dialogue on what truly makes for resilient, long-term health.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

Intelligent Medicine with Dr. Ronald Hoffman | The Best of High Tech Medicine and Alternative Modalities
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Duration: 30:05
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A Comprehensive Look at Immunity and Supplementation, Part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:18
Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with functional medicine practitioner Robert Rountree, MD, medical director of Boulder Wellcare, in Boulder, Colorado, and long-time educator at the Institute for Functional Medicin…
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Duration: 33:53
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