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HORMONE TRUTH: Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Protocols for a Toxic World Subtitle: The Ultimate Guide for Functional and Integrative Medicine Clinicians to Restore Hormonal Health Author: BENOIT TANO, MD PhD Are you prescribing hormone replacement in a world overflowing with endocrine-disrupting chemicals, xenoestrogens, and chronic disease—and wondering if it’s still safe? In this groundbreaking, authoritative guide, Dr. Benoit Tano, MD PhD, delivers the most comprehensive blueprint for Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) ever written for functional and integrative ...

In this episode of The Moss Report, Ben Moss speaks with Dr. Ralph Moss about a little-known natural compound that may have big implications: Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP). A recent clinical trial in Israel found that MCP helped slow PSA doubling time in men with recurrent prostate cancer—suggesting it may offer real, measurable support for patients after treatment. Ben and Ralph trace the story from its origins in the 1990s through modern-day research, digging into how MCP works by targeting Galectin-3, a molecule tied to inflammation and cancer spread. Along the way, they highlight the ...

Want to Lower Your Blood Pressure, Protect Your Heart, and Stay Active—Without Giving Up Delicious Food? ❌ Have you been told to cut down on salt and processed foods, but every "heart-healthy" recipe you try is bland and uninspiring? ❌ Do you struggle with meal planning, unsure of what to cook that’s quick, simple, and actually good for your blood pressure and heart health? ❌ Are you tired of restrictive diets that promise results but leave you feeling hungry, frustrated, and missing your favorite foods? As you age, protecting your heart and managing blood pressure becomes more ...

The BedMed trial of nighttime BP meds, SURMOUNT-5, Troponin URL, gene tests in patients with no disease, and guideline-directed medical therapy for HF are the topics John Mandrola, MD, discusses in this week's podcast. This podcast is intended for healthcare professionals only. To read a partial transcript or to comment, visit: https://www.medscape.com/twic I Timing of BP Meds – The BedMed RCT MAPEC https://doi.org/10.3109/07420528.2010.510230Hygia https://doi.org/10.1093/eurheartj/ehz754Turgeon et al https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/HYPERTENSIONAHA.121.16501TIME trial https://...

I’m joined by the brilliant Connie Zack, co-founder of Sunlighten Saunas, and we’re taking a deep dive into the science and magic of infrared saunas, detox, and the power of sweating it out...literally! We kick things off by busting myths about detox and really get into why your body needs REAL, effective detoxification. Connie and I go high-level on how toxins impact everything from your energy and hormones (hello, thyroid function and estrogen dominance) to gut health, inflammation, skin, sleep, and even brain fog. If you’re tired of loading up on supplements but still feel “gunked ...

👁️ Cataracts – High-Yield Revision for the MSRA 👁️Welcome to anotherDeep Dive! Today we’re focusing on one of the most common causes of vision lossworldwide – cataracts.🧠 What you'll learn in this episode:Clear definition of cataracts: progressive clouding of the lens leading to blurry visionWhy age is the biggest culprit, but how trauma, diabetes, steroids, UV exposure & smoking also play key rolesHow cataracts present: think gradual vision loss, glare sensitivity, faded colours, halos, frequent glasses changesTypes of cataracts (nuclear, cortical, subcapsular) and how they...

🎧Deep Dive: AllergicConjunctivitis – MSRA Ophthalmology EssentialsYou know that itchy,watery, red-eye feeling—especially during spring or when your pet curls up nextto you? That’s where today’s deep dive begins. We're unpacking allergic conjunctivitis — what it is, whatcauses it, and how to manage it effectively, especially for your MSRA prep. 👁️What Is It?An inflammation of the conjunctiva triggered byallergens like pollen, pet dander, or dust mites. It's your immune systemoverreacting to harmless substances. 🧬PathophysiologyExposure toallergens → IgE binds to mast ...

🏥 Testicular Torsion: UROLOGICAL EMERGENCY 🚨🚦 The EssentialsTesticular torsion = twisting of the spermatic cord → blood supply cut off!Think: “Twisting cord, blood flow ignored.”💡 Most common in males 10–30 yrs (peak: 13–16), but can happen at any age (including neonates). 🧬 Why Does It Happen?Bell clapper deformity (testicle free to twist)🧬 Family history/genetic factors💥 Sudden movement, trauma, or sometimes no obvious trigger 🚩 Classic RED FLAGS⚡️ Sudden, severe, one-sided testicular pain (may wake from sleep)💥 Scrotal swelling & redness🤢 Nausea...

👁️‍🗨️ Age-related Macular Degeneration(AMD): The Fast Facts for MSRA 🚦🔍 What is AMD?AMD = progressive degeneration of the macula (central retina) → central vision loss.#1 cause of severe visual impairment in older adults in the UK. 🧬 TypesDry (atrophic) AMD 🟡 (90%) Gradual loss, drusen (yellow deposits), slow atrophy.Wet (neovascular/exudative) AMD 💧 (10%) Rapid, severe vision loss. Caused by leaky, abnormal new blood vessels under the macula. 🧑‍⚕️ Causes & RisksAge ↑ (biggest risk)Genetics (family history)Smoking 🚬 (x2-5 risk & more severe)CV: ...

🎧Deep Dive: CentralRetinal Vein Occlusion (CRVO)Today’sepisode is all about CRVO — one of the most important ophthalmic causes ofsudden, painless vision loss. Whether you're revising for the MSRA, prepping for clinic, or just trying to make sense of this classic"blood and thunder" condition 👁️⚡— we’ve got you covered. 🧠What’s Inside theEpisode?✅Definition: What exactly is CRVO and why does a retinal veinblockage matter so much?✅Types: Learn the difference between non-ischemic vs. ischemic CRVO — and why it matters for prognosis.✅Mnemonic alert: “Age, Pressure,...

🎧MSRA Podcast: RenalCell Cancer – From Tubules to TNMRenal cell cancer(RCC) accounts for the majority of adult kidney cancers and often presents late— making early understanding crucial. Inthis deep dive, we strip back the complexity and walk you through everythingyou need to know for the MSRA. 🧠What You’ll Learn:✅Definition &Basics• RCC = cancer ofthe renal tubular epithelium• Makes up ~85–90%of all adult kidney cancers• Most commonsubtype = clear cell RCC• Linked to chromosome 3p deletion (esp. clear cell)🧠 Mnemonic: "3P = clear" ⚠️Causes & RiskFactors• ...

🎧MSRA Podcast:Argyll-Robertson Pupil – A Small Sign with Big ImplicationsIn today’s DeepDive, we explore the Argyll-Robertson pupil– a classic and high-yield neurological sign that can unlock insight intoserious underlying conditions like neurosyphilis.This is the “light-near dissociation” you absolutely needto know for the MSRA. 🧠What is theArgyll-Robertson Pupil?• Bilateral, small, irregular pupils• Do not react to light• But constrict normally to accommodation (near focus)• Classic for neurosyphilis, but also seen in otherneurological conditions🧠Mnemonic: “ARP...

🩺 Central Retinal Artery Occlusion (CRAO): MSRA Deep Dive 🚨 📝 DefinitionCRAO = sudden, complete blockage of the main artery supplying the retina.Results in abrupt, painless, usually severe vision loss in one eye.True ophthalmic emergency: time is vision! 🔥 Causes & Risk FactorsAtherosclerosis (fatty plaques in arteries) 🧱Embolism/Thrombus (clot, debris) 🩸 (often from carotid arteries, heart: AFib, valve disease)Giant Cell (Temporal) Arteritis in >50s 🧑‍🦳Vasculitis & hypercoagulable statesModifiable Risks: Age, hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, smoking 🚬, ...

🎧MSRA Deep Dive:Testicular Cancer – High-Yield, Concise, and Clinically RelevantLet’s cut throughthe noise—this is your rapid yet comprehensive MSRA revision tool on testicular cancer, one of the most commonmalignancies in young men and a frequent exam topic. We’ll walk you througheverything you need: risk factors, presentation, investigations, management,and complications.🧠Key Learning Points📌DefinitionTesticular cancer = malignancy of the germ cells in one or both testicles.Most cases are seminomas or non-seminomatous germ cell tumours (NSGCTs).Peak age: 15–49 years. ...

🍒 Epididymo-orchitis: Scrotal Pain & SwellingDemystified! 🚦Let’s get you ready to smash those MSRA questions.Here’s everythingyou need—clear, concise, and easy to remember. 💡 What is Epididymo-orchitis?Inflammation of epididymis and testisUsually infectious (bacterial most common)Key symptoms: scrotal pain, swelling, redness (usually one side) 🦠 Common CausesSTIs:  Chlamydia trachomatis & Neisseria gonorrhoeae (esp. <35 yrs)UTIs (older men, structural urinary issues)Mumps (post-pubertal males)TB (rare, but exam favourite)Iatrogenic: after urological procedures/...

👁️ MSRA Podcast: Blepharitis – Red, Sore Lids ExplainedLet’s explore Blepharitis, a chronic eyelid inflammation that’s one of the most common causes of sore, irritated eyes seen in GP and ophthalmology clinics.🧠 Definition & Types• Inflammation of eyelid margins – usually bilateral and chronic• Anterior = lash line (bacterial/seborrhoeic) → “A for At the lashes”• Posterior = meibomian glands (MGD-related, rosacea) → “P for Poor oil production”⚠️ Causes & Risk Factors• Bacterial colonisation, seborrhoeic dermatitis• MGD, dry eyes, rosacea, eczema, ...

🎧MSRA Podcast:Spermatocele – Clear, Painless & Often MissedIn this focused deepdive, we unpack everything you need to know about spermatoceles, also known as spermaticcysts — benign scrotal swellings that often go undetected until they'respotted by chance. Whether you're prepping for the MSRA or simply buildingclinical confidence, this is your concise, high-yield audio guide to masteringthe essentials. 🧠What You’ll Learn:✅Definition• A spermatocele is a benign, fluid-filled cyst that arises from the epididymis• Typically containsmilky fluid and sperm• Most are painless, ...

🎧Deep Dive: Hydrocele– High-Yield MSRA Surgery RevisionEver wondered aboutpainless scrotal swelling? It might be a hydrocele– a common condition that often flies under the radar. In this episode, webreak down everything you need to know for the MSRA,focusing on clear definitions, differentials, and treatment plans. 💧What is a Hydrocele?A hydrocele is a fluid collection in the tunica vaginalis, thesac around the testicle.🧠 Think: Two-layered pouch→ fluid trapped between. 👶 vs 👨‍🦳Congenital vsAcquiredCongenital (children): often communicating with abdomen due to a ...

🎧MSRA Deep Dive: AcuteIritis (Anterior Uveitis)Suddenpainful red eye? Blurred vision? Sensitivity to light? 🚨 Let’s break down one of the most tested ophthalmology topics for theMSRA: acute iritis, also known as anterior uveitis.In this episode, wecover everything you need to know in a concise, high-yield format perfect forfast revision — or helping a patient in clinic. Get the essential facts,mnemonics, red flags, and NICE-aligned management steps all in one go. 🧠Core Learning Points📌DefinitionAcute iritis = inflammation of the anterior uveal tract (iris + ciliary body)Most ...

🎙️MSRA Podcast: RenalStones – From Crystal to Crisis📦 A full breakdown of kidney stones, or renalcalculi – one of the most painful yet common urological conditions. Thishigh-yield episode takes you from pathophysiology to prevention with all thekey MSRA points you need to remember. 🧱What Are RenalStones?• Hard mineraldeposits (usually calcium-based) that form in the kidneys• Can range fromtiny to large staghorn calculi• 80% contain calcium oxalate, others include uric acid,cystine, struvite• Main complication:urinary tract obstruction → pain,infection, kidney damage...