Dr. Ronald Hoffman

04/04/2026

04/03/2026

🔗: https://bit.ly/41M6Ez8 Is it possible to get enough of all nine essential amino acids without eating meat? Leyla shares the benefits—and drawbacks—of maintaining a plant-based diet in this issue of Ask Leyla.

04/03/2026

https://bit.ly/3NFn9d8. On Q&A with Leyla: Highlights from my New Zealand bike trip; Is it possible to get enough protein from plants only? What about the downsides to animal protein? Is it true that the nutritional value of farmed seafood is the same as wild-caught?

04/03/2026

🔗https://bit.ly/4bMY8EP. Did you know long-term use of statins might impact your muscle health? On the Podcast, "Leyla Weighs In" on a UK Biobank study linking statin use to muscle mass loss and strength decline. She details its implications on overall health and diet strategies to combat it. Check it out!

04/03/2026

🔗: https://bit.ly/4kHh8st During times of stress and overwhelm, researching information on natural solutions can add to an already taxed mental load. To that end, I’ve created an easy-access collection of resources from our years at Intelligent Medicine.

The Intelligent Medicine Stress Hub is your one-stop source for articles and podcast episodes about stress, anxiety, and mental health. Don't wait until difficult times to take a look; the information collected on this page can help you learn to be better equipped to prevent stress even before it starts.

04/02/2026

🔗: https://bit.ly/3LghyFg We're producing an all-new episode of Intelligent Medicine starting right now. Give us a call with your health questions and speak with me LIVE. Be part of the show by calling 877-726-8255. The show will premiere this Saturday at Noon ET on your local radio station and online here: https://bit.ly/3LghyFg

04/02/2026

🔗https://bit.ly/3NFn9d8. On Q&A with Leyla: Highlights from my New Zealand bike trip; Is it possible to get enough protein from plants only? What about the downsides to animal protein? Thoughts on peptides; Is it true that the nutritional value of farmed seafood is the same as wild-caught? Milk thistle for elevated liver enzymes? And more!

04/02/2026

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04/01/2026

ASK LEYLA: What changes should I make to prevent glaucoma?

Q: I am a 44-year-old female and my mother has glaucoma. My yearly eye exam showed increased pressure in my eyes. What can I do to prevent developing glaucoma myself?


A: Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide and is increasing in prevalence with about three million American’s diagnosed with it according to the CDC. It’s described as a group of diseases which damage the optic nerve. Open angle glaucoma is the most common form, causing increased eye pressure.

There is emerging evidence that metabolic deficiencies and defects play a critical role in the development of glaucoma. As more and more people are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and/or high blood pressure, the prevalence of glaucoma is increasing. Diabetes alone doubles the risk of developing glaucoma. Excess weight is also implicated—as this is where metabolic abnormalities that lead to high blood pressure and hyperglycemia often begin.

The good news is that changes in diet and lifestyle can help in preventing or managing glaucoma.

Limiting excess refined carbohydrates and sugar-containing foods along with reducing or eliminating intake of unhealthy fats like trans fats (easy to do when eliminating processed foods) and increasing omega-3 fats in the diet are helpful for reducing inflammation and preventing vascular damage. Leafy greens which are rich in nitrates may improve blood flow to the optic nerve, reducing glaucoma risk. Nitrates are beneficial for blood vessel dilation and restoring healthy blood pressure levels. Antioxidants like vitamin C and green tea (EGCG) help with oxidative stress associated with inflammation.

Stimulants like caffeine may increase intraocular pressure—at least temporarily—in those individuals with glaucoma, but responses may vary based on genetics and overall eye health.

Metabolic fitness is the goal. Diet and lifestyle changes are essential to supporting eye health and glaucoma management along with medical treatment.

To your health!

Leyla Muedin, MS, RD, CDN

04/01/2026

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04/01/2026

🔗https://bit.ly/4uXAQoo. Is your pain all in your head? Not quite! On the Podcast, Dr. David Clark from the Psychophysiologic Disorders Association details brain-generated pain and solutions beyond meds. Don't miss it!

03/31/2026

Leyla Muedin, Nutrition Pioneer
In my article celebrating the confluence of and , I paid tribute to famous women nutrition pioneers. (t.ly/I7du)

But before the month wanes, I’d like to acknowledge another distinguished woman nutrition pioneer, with whom I’m personally acquainted: Leyla Muedin, MS, RD, CDN. Most of you know her, too, as the co-host of our weekly Q&A with Leyla podcast, author of newsletter articles, and host of her own weekly Intelligent Medicine podcast.

Leyla has a passion for her chosen field of nutrition. She embarked on it as a second career, leaving a successful position in media to go back to school, first to become a Registered Dietician, then obtaining an advanced Master's Degree. She landed a job with the late Dr. Robert Atkins, where she gained practical experience under his tutelage, implementing low-carb diets, and observing their benefits firsthand.

It was a daring career choice for a budding nutritionist because Atkins’ approach was then highly controversial. It went “against the grain” of her academic training, but Leyla stuck to her guns, and after Atkins died, she came to work with me.

Leyla has since been laser-focused on keeping abreast of the latest developments in innovative nutritional science and functional medicine. She leverages her knowledge with a personable approach that helps clients overcome obstacles to lifestyle change. The results have been transformative for so many individuals who have regained their health via her practical advice.

She doesn’t just talk the talk: She’s a devotee of healthy eating, grows and prepares her own natural foods, and practices yoga and strength training. But she’s modest about virtue-signaling over her healthy routine; she doesn’t wield it like a badge of moral superiority.

Leyla is a paragon of the many outstanding women who are now leading a revolution in the field of nutrition, and she deserves acknowledgment this month.