If you’re looking to heal leaky gut and to strengthen your gut lining, there are a couple of different components to consider. Luckily, we have a new, science-based supplement that provides several lines of defense for your gut health. In this episode, I’ll explain the best nutrients for your gut lining, and why Gut Rebuild Nutrients is the perfect all-around supplement for healing.  👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️Do These 3 Things DAILY If You Have Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLP0TFaOlOA ➡️The 10 BEST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5yXO71ZDec&t=1100s ➡️The 4 Most Effective Ways to Treat Leaky Gut (Clinical Pearls): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPpuQc__ICc&t=776s ➡️The 10 WORST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3Y7XNUwg7k&t=32s ➡️Healing Leaky Gut & Inflammation with Dr. Jockers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZVH40KsMFA&t=1704s Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️ How to Get Rid of Bad Bacteria in the Gut for Good: https://drruscio.com/how-to-get-rid-of-bad-bacteria-in-the-gut/  ➡️ How to Heal Leaky Gut: https://drruscio.com/how-to-heal-leaky-gut/  ➡️ How to Heal Your Gut in 8 Steps: A Clinician-Approved Guide https://drruscio.com/how-to-heal-your-gut-naturally/  ➡️ 7 Ways to Replenish Good Bacteria After Antibiotics https://drruscio.com/how-to-replenish-good-bacteria-after-antibiotics/    Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:36 Changes made to Gut Rebuild Nutrients  04:23 Benefits for the mucous layer 08:41 Immune system protection 11:34 Strengthening intestinal permeability Featured Studies  📉N-Acetylglucosamine for Treatment of Inflammatory Bowel Disease: https://www.naturalmedicinejournal.com/journal/n-acetylglucosamine-treatment-inflammatory-bowel-disease 📉Glycyrrhiza glabra (Licorice): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7348626/ 📉Comparison between cimetidine and Caved-S in the treatment of gastric ulceration, and subsequent maintenance therapy: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7042486/ 📉Vitamin A supplementation effects on intestinal barrier function, growth, total parasitic and specific Giardia spp. infections in Brazilian children: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2830290/ 📉Impact of vitamin A on selected gastrointestinal pathogen infections and associated diarrheal episodes among children in Mexico City, Mexico: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17041847/ 📉Randomised placebo-controlled trial of dietary glutamine supplements for postinfectious irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30108163/ 📉Glutamine Supplementation Enhances the Effects of a Low FODMAP Diet in Irritable Bowel Syndrome Management: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34977110/ 📉Effects of glutamine on markers of intestinal inflammatory response and mucosal permeability in abdominal surgery patients: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28105083/ 📉The Impact of Zinc and Zinc Homeostasis on the Intestinal Mucosal Barrier and Intestinal Diseases: https://www.mdpi.com/2218-273X/12/7/900 📉Zinc carnosine works with bovine colostrum in truncating heavy exercise-induced increase in gut permeability in healthy volunteers: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27357095/ 📉Efficacy and safety of polaprezinc in the treatment of gastric ulcer: A multicenter, randomized, double-blind, double-dummy, positive-controlled clinical trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35999163/ 📉A New Biomaterial Derived from Aloe vera—Acemannan from Basic Studies to Clinical Application: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10385217/ 📉The Effect of Aloe Vera Clinical Trials on Prevention and Healing of Skin Wound: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6330525/ 📉Aloe vera Is Effective and Safe in Short-term Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30153721/ 📉Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of oral aloe vera gel for active ulcerative colitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15043514/ Follow Me Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/   DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.  

Did you know that good mitochondrial health is vital to aging? In this episode, longevity expert, Dr. Jeffrey Gladden, discusses the importance of the mitochondria, nutrition tips, exercise recommendations, and the best protocols for infections.  Checkout Dr. Gladden’s book, “100 Is The New 30”  https://www.amazon.com/100-NEW-30-SYMPHONY-LONGEVITY/dp/B0CGTKVXN3 Timestamps:  00:00 Intro 05: 28 Signs of aging 09:47 Nervous system & exercise connection 18:17 Diet & supplements 28:04 Best exercises 39:38 Mitochondrial testing 45:12 Chronic infections & mitochondria health 48:01 Therapy protocols for chronic infections 01:01:44 Why “100 is the new 30” 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️The Breathwork Technique Proven To Reduce Cortisol Levels By More Than Half: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xEhurZ58x0&t=7s ➡️5 Reasons Your Fitness Routine Isn't Working (Do This Instead) | Dr. Anthony Balduzzi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQyFJu4FUYU&t=1727s ➡️2 Surprising Benefits of CASTOR OIL (Best Castor Oil Uses): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SAADiCuFb0Q&t=1s ➡️Research Updates for Depression, Longevity & Muscle Recovery (Oct 2023): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PKFOD1NIPaw&t=298s ➡️The Key to Healing Injuries & Gut Health | Dr. Josh Axe: https://youtu.be/kYSFUgnX4NU?si=ZG-sfR5vbtomcAvH Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️ What is VO2 Max, Why Does It Matter, and How Is It Tested? https://drruscio.com/vo2-max/  ➡️ What is Zone 2 Training and How Often Should You Do It? https://drruscio.com/zone-2-training/  ➡️ How to Eat a 30g Protein Breakfast Every Day (with Recipes!) https://drruscio.com/30g-protein-breakfast/  ➡️ What Can I Drink to Reduce Inflammation? https://drruscio.com/what-can-i-drink-to-reduce-inflammation/  Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates   Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc  DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

An exciting new study has found that red light therapy can help in reversing Hashimoto's! 30-50% of patients could stop their thyroid medication. In this episode, I’ll explain how the thyroid is affected by red light therapy, and the best protocol to follow for healing. Learn more!   Recommended devices: PlatinumLED Therapy Lights: BIOMAX Series https://platinumtherapylights.com/products/biomax-rlt   Mini Red Light Therapy Device: https://us.boncharge.com/products/mini-red-light_device   Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:16 How red light therapy works 06:25 Proven benefits for Hashimoto’s 11:58 Other benefits 13:46 Device recommendations  16:16  Red light therapy protocol 20:56 Efficacy of LEDs vs. lasers 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️The Best Way to Treat a Sluggish Thyroid - New Study: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLuw1q2kvVM&t=11s ➡️The Most Effective Approach To Thyroid & Hormone Treatments W/ Andrea Nakayama: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TfnCU4qrgBI&t=24s ➡️3 Ways Your Gut Health Can Improve Your Thyroid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKPj6Rw83o8&t=333s ➡️Do Your Thyroid Levels Actually Require Medication?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DL-uApwZwi0&t=13s ➡️Escape the Hypothyroidism Trap with Dr. Antonio Bianco: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1jzvyEoLfI&t=731s   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Understanding Thyroid Antibodies: Why Is My Thyroglobulin Antibody High? https://drruscio.com/thyroid-autoimmunity-healthy-levels-thyroid-antibodies/  ➡️ How Long Can You Go Without Thyroid Medication? https://drruscio.com/how-long-can-you-go-without-thyroid-medication/  ➡️How to Get Off Thyroid Medication Naturally:  https://drruscio.com/how-to-get-off-thyroid-medication/  ➡️ What’s True and What’s Hype? Red Light Therapy Pros and Cons https://drruscio.com/red-light-therapy-pros-and-cons/  Featured Studies  📉The nuts and bolts of low-level laser (light) therapy: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22045511/ 📉The Mechanisms and Efficacy of Photobiomodulation Therapy for Arthritis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37762594/ 📉Impact of Photobiomodulation on T3/T4 Ratio and Quality of Life in Hashimoto Thyroiditis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32186976/ 📉Efficacy of Combined Photobiomodulation Therapy with Supplements versus Supplements alone in Restoring Thyroid Gland Homeostasis in Hashimoto Thyroiditis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37623524/ 📉Low-level laser in the treatment of patients with hypothyroidism induced by chronic autoimmune thyroiditis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22718472/ 📉Safety and Efficacy of Low-Level Laser Therapy in Autoimmune Thyroiditis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30532779/ 📉Effectiveness of photobiomodulation therapy and exercise training in the fibromyalgia treatment: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29170901/ 📉The Use of a Light-Emitting Diode Device for Neck Rejuvenation and Its Safety on Thyroid Glands: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33921839/ 📉Light-emitting diodes in dermatology: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29356026/ 📉Photobiomodulation Therapy With Different Wavebands for Hair Loss: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35510860/ 📉Transcranial and systemic photobiomodulation for major depressive disorder: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30248638/ 📉Application of red light therapy for moderate-to-severe acne vulgaris: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34363730/ 📉Photobiomodulation: https://www.aslms.org/for-the-public/treatments-using-lasers-and-energy-based-devices/photobiomodulation#:~:text=For%20example%2C%20if%20there%20are,the%20results%20to%20become%20evident. 📉Photobiomodulation at Different Wavelengths Boosts Mitochondrial Redox Metabolism and Hemoglobin Oxygenation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35208178/ 📉Photobiomodulation: lasers vs. light emitting diodes?: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30044464/   Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.   Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g   *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Ajay Tejasvi from Art of Living comes on the podcast today to discuss how powerful breathwork can be for our holistic health.  Not only does it improve our mood, it has also been scientifically proven to drop our cortisol  levels and help our mental health. Listen and gain insight into living your healthiest lifestyle.  Learn more about Ajay’s work! www.artofliving.org https://www.instagram.com/artofliving/ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 04:24 Ajay’s story 08:20 Our role in creating our best lives 13:26 The mind-body connection 16:34 What is SKY Breath Meditation? 19:20 Intentionally using our focus and attention 23:38 Benefits for stress, sleep & alertness 29:26 Key teachings of the technique 38:35 Solutions for fulfilled living   👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️Signs You Have Inflammation From Stress - And What You Can Do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7AvvHDg3KLU ➡️The Gut's Connection to Stress—and How to Improve Both: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0fO4omdViw ➡️2 Proven Steps to Improve Sleep, Reduce Stress & Live Longer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0dO2J8_-yQ&t=201s ➡️How to Improve Cortisol Levels For Those With Gut Issues: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_alvFBhTKY ➡️The Key to Healing Injuries & Gut Health | Dr. Josh Axe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYSFUgnX4NU&t=1959s Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️ Hiatal Hernia Relief Guide: Non-Surgical Strategies: https://drruscio.com/how-to-fix-hiatal-hernia-yourself/  ➡️ When to Worry About Nasal Regurgitation: https://drruscio.com/nasal-regurgitation/  ➡️ How to Eat a 30g Protein Breakfast Every Day (with Recipes!) https://drruscio.com/30g-protein-breakfast/  ➡️Which Probiotic Is Best for Histamine Intolerance? https://drruscio.com/which-probiotic-is-best-for-histamine-intolerance/    Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

If you’re struggling with these gut and other health symptoms, you may be dealing with a vector borne illness  such as lyme disease. What are the warning signs of vector borne illnesses, how do you test for them, and how do you treat them? All of this and more will be answered in this episode. Watch now!  AcuDart Tick-Borne Disease Test Panel: https://www.acudarthealth.com/collections/individual-tests   Timestamps: 00:00  Intro 03:22 What organisms cause chronic infections? 05:51 What are the symptoms? 14:53 Testing 18:17 Treatment 28:21 How &  where do you get these infections?   👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️ You Didn't Know This About Lyme Disease (and How to Heal) | Dr. Tania Dempsey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4r_Ud5Cmp9Y&t=4s ➡️ Chronic Infections, Overlooked Cause of Fatigue, Depression, Insomnia & Joint Pain | Dr. Amy Offutt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8_0qMWwQIo&t=4131s ➡️ This New Approach To Functional Medicine Is The Key To Gut Healing: https://youtu.be/ydnF8L9C3zY ➡️Exciting NEW Treatments For Healing SIBO and Bacterial Infections | Dr. Allison Siebecker https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Y8Vl6IHNlM&t=3337s Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Do You Have These Unusual Symptoms of Lyme Disease? https://drruscio.com/unusual-symptoms-of-lyme-disease/  ➡️The 5 Best Supplements to Reduce Cortisol and Manage Stress https://drruscio.com/supplements-to-reduce-cortisol/  ➡️How to Get Rid of Bad Bacteria in the Gut for Good https://drruscio.com/how-to-get-rid-of-bad-bacteria-in-the-gut/  ➡️How to Eat a 30g Protein Breakfast Every Day (with Recipes!) https://drruscio.com/30g-protein-breakfast/    Featured Studies  📉Association of Presenting Symptoms With Abnormal Laboratory Values for Vector-Borne Illness:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33511252/ 📉Empirical validation of the Horowitz Multiple Systemic Infectious Disease Syndrome Questionnaire for suspected Lyme disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28919803/ 📉Selective Essential Oils from Spice or Culinary Herbs Have High Activity against Stationary Phase and Biofilm Borrelia burgdorferi: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29075628/ Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Functional medicine has created great tools to help us test and treat different conditions. However, some methods have been proven to be more effective than others.  In this episode, I sit down with functional nutritionist Andrea Nakayama to discuss the efficacy of functional medicine practices, as well as her unique approaches that have healed her patients.     Learn more about Andrea! https://www.andreanakayama.com/ https://www.instagram.com/andreanakayama/   Timestamps: 00:00  Intro 04:29 Why “Narrative Medicine” is necessary 09:29 Best practices for assessments & recommendations 23:48 Symptom tracking strategies 30:30 Creating an effective diet 38:41 Thyroid testing and treatments 56:17 Tools for symptom tracking   👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️This New Approach To Functional Medicine Is The Key To Gut Healing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydnF8L9C3zY ➡️5 Warning Signs of Autoimmune Disease & How To REVERSE It: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PoUI7k9pAmM ➡️3 Ways Your Gut Health Can Improve Your Thyroid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKPj6Rw83o8&t=327s ➡️Escape the Hypothyroidism Trap with Dr. Antonio Bianco: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1jzvyEoLfI ➡️Why the AIP Diet Doesn't Work for Most Autoimmune Cases: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thAu7snNfeM Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️These 11 Supplements Can Help Strike Hormonal Balance: https://drruscio.com/how-to-balance-hormones-with-supplements/ ➡️Which Probiotic Is Best for Histamine Intolerance?: https://drruscio.com/which-probiotic-is-best-for-histamine-intolerance/ ➡️DIY: How to Do a Castor Oil Pack: https://drruscio.com/how-to-do-a-castor-oil-pack/ ➡️When and How to Use the Autoimmune Protocol Diet for Hashimoto’s, IBD, and More: https://drruscio.com/aip-diet-for-beginners/   Featured Studies  📉Clinical Outcomes After Discontinuation of Thyroid Hormone Replacement: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33161885/   Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

If you’re dealing with candida, you understand the time and effort it takes to get it under control. Luckily, we’ve compiled some key facts, causes and myths about treatment that many don’t know,  which may boost your healing! Listen now!   Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:13 Key symptoms 04:24 How common is it? 05:28 Treatment difficulties 09:39 Fatigue & brain fog 11:30 Testing 16:46 Treatment options 22:52 Die-off 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️Eat These 7 Foods for SIFO & Candida: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIKgNtxC3Mw&t=481s ➡️The Best Natural Treatments for Candida: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bnc3ZkLuPzs&t=564s ➡️8 Warning Signs of Candida & SIFO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctEm_H3b2j4&t=2s   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️What Is Candida? 5 Facts: https://drruscio.com/what-causes-candida/ ➡️The Unexpected Truth About Candida 7 Gut Health: https://drruscio.com/candida-and-gut-health/ ➡️These 11 Supplements Can Help Strike Hormonal Balance: https://drruscio.com/how-to-balance-hormones-with-supplement Featured Studies  📉Effects of oestrogen on vulvovaginal candidosis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34699636/ 📉 Dysmotility &  proton pump inhibitor use are independent risk factors for SIBO &/or fungal overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23574267/ 📉 Characterization of oral candidiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31175972/ 📉 Oral Candida Species in Patients Undergoing Systemic Glucocorticoid Therapy &  the Antifungal Sensitivity of the Isolates: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32801797/ 📉 2011 Epidemiological Survey of Dermatomycoses in Japan: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26617109/ 📉 Dermatologists in hospital wards: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19648729/ 📉 Onychomycosis in the global population: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24283696/ 📉 Onychomycosis in patients:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10906646/ 📉 Candida Biofilm Heterogeneity:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29371505/ 📉 Candida albicans Biofilms & Human Disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26488273/ 📉Increased risk of chronic fatigue syndrome following infection: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37951920/ 📉The fecal mycobiome in patients w/ IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33420127/ 📉Changes in the gut mycobiome in pediatric patients in relation to Crohn's disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37122605/ 📉Gut bacterial-fungal interkingdom networks in patients w/ current depressive episode: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32533650/ 📉Fungal feelings in IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36723172/ 📉Unveiling Candida albicans intestinal carriage in healthy volunteers: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38017705/ 📉Intestinal candidiasis &  antibiotic usage in children: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29937890/ 📉Candida gut colonization, yeast species distribution, & biofilm production in Clostridioides difficile infected patients: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34264501/ 📉Candida albicans-associated diarrhea in Buea, South West Cameroon: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17298159/ 📉The dietary modification & treatment of intestinal Candida overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30166063/ 📉Estrogen promotes innate immune evasion of Candida albicans: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34986357/ 📉Estrogen Receptor-Alpha (ESR1) Governs the Lower Female Reproductive Tract Vulnerability to Candida: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29881378/ 📉The dietary modification & treatment of intestinal Candida overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30166063/ 📉Effect of Probiotics on Oral Candidiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31615039/ 📉Effect of Probiotic & Fluconazole on Treatment &  Recurrence of Vulvovaginal Candidiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36198994/ 📉Probiotics as Antifungals in Mucosal Candidiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26826375/ 📉Keeping Candida commensal: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31413153/ 📉Anti- Candida &  Antibiofilm Activity of Selected Lamiaceae Essential Oils:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36866556/ 📉Oral natural phytonutrient in recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22217987/   Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

This is one of the most effective diets for bloating, abdominal pain, and overall gut health! A study has found that the Low FODMAP diet improved SIBO in 2-4 weeks. What is the Low FODMAP diet and how do you use it to heal? All that and more in this episode - all backed by the latest research! Learn more, watch now!   Grab your free Low Fodmap Diet handouts! Standard: https://drruscio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Standard-Low-FODMAP.pdf Paleo: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rJDp8TYXq-bFrXP-LvKeLfo_0XUUtc4_/view Vegetarian: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1r_O3SicImc7RFdgqvLiueTUcr_HgYoyL/view   Timestamps: 00:00  Intro 01:20 What are FODMAPS? 02:15 Bloating & pain improvement 07:27 Benefits for inflammation & leaky gut 09:00 Low FODMAP foods 13:37 How to use the diet 17:09 What if you’re not improving? 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️This Leaky Gut Diet Fixes the Root Cause of Poor Gut Health: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wk9GaT2mtw&t=1147s ➡️4 Science-Backed Ways to Reduce Bloating https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BuowTB5b8eM&t=11s ➡️This Is Why Vegetables Make You Bloated (& How to Fix It!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qM3RibxyOag&t=475s ➡️How to Heal Your Gut with the Low FODMAP Diet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyvJYvvxOw8&t=27s ➡️Is the Low FODMAP Diet Effective for IBS Long Term? [New Research]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dCAfijW83nA&t=45s ➡️The 10 BEST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5yXO71ZDec&t=1105s Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Which Probiotic Is Best for Histamine Intolerance?: https://drruscio.com/which-probiotic-is-best-for-histamine-intolerance ➡️DIY: How to Do a Castor Oil Pack https://drruscio.com/how-to-do-a-castor-oil-pack ➡️Can I Take Quercetin for Histamine Intolerance? https://drruscio.com/quercetin-for-histamine-intolerance ➡️These 11 Supplements Can Help Strike Hormonal Balance: https://drruscio.com/how-to-balance-hormones-with-supplements   Featured Studies  📉Irritable Bowel Syndrome Patient Experience: A Survey of Patient-Reported Symptoms by Irritable Bowel Syndrome Subtype and Impact on Quality of Life: https://academic.oup.com/jcag/article/6/6/219/7286544 📉 A diet low in fermentable oligo-, di-, monosaccharides and polyols improves abdominal and overall symptoms in persons with all subtypes of irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38887150/ 📉 Efficacy of a low FODMAP diet in irritable bowel syndrome: systematic review and network meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34376515/ 📉 Challenges of the low FODMAP diet for managing irritable bowel syndrome and approaches to their minimisation and mitigation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32468985/ 📉 Influence of low FODMAP-gluten free diet on gut microbiota alterations and symptom severity in Iranian patients with irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34261437/ 📉 Impact of Saccharomyces boulardii CNCM I-745 on Bacterial Overgrowth and Composition of Intestinal Microbiota in Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome Patients: Results of a Randomized Pilot Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36630947/ 📉 Psychological and Gastrointestinal Symptoms of Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome Undergoing a Low-FODMAP Diet: The Role of the Intestinal Barrier: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34371976/ 📉 Effect of diet and individual dietary guidance on gastrointestinal endocrine cells in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (Review): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28849091/ 📉  Gut Symptoms during FODMAP Restriction and Symptom Response to Food Challenges during FODMAP Reintroduction: A Real-World Evaluation in 21,462 Participants Using a Mobile Application: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37375587/ Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Did you know that 75% of people will use complementary and alternative medicine at some point in their lives?  At our clinic, we’re constantly researching the best new functional medicine approaches for our patients, because, like many, they  were not helped by conventional medicine and prefer non-drug, or natural treatments. In today’s episode, I’ll discuss how we’ve updated our approach to functional medicine to provide the most effective healing for gut issues, thyroid problems, and more. Learn about the latest in functional medicine practices. Watch now!  👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️New Study: Herbal & Probiotics Treatment Effective for SIBO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFK-2MOlpvE&t=2s ➡️The 2 Best SIBO Healing Supplements: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=es-l4TVToeQ&t=21s ➡️The Best Way to Treat a Sluggish Thyroid - New Study: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLuw1q2kvVM&t=6s ➡️3 Ways Your Gut Health Can Improve Your Thyroid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKPj6Rw83o8&t=327s ➡️Chronic Infections, Overlooked Cause of Fatigue, Depression, Insomnia & Joint Pain | Dr. Amy Offutt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8_0qMWwQIo&t=4122s ➡️You Didn't Know This About Lyme Disease (and How to Heal) | Dr. Tania Dempsey:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4r_Ud5Cmp9Y&t=4s Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️The Ultimate 3-Step SIBO Treatment Guide: https://drruscio.com/sibo-treatments/ ➡️Is Testing for SIBO Helpful? Maybe Not So Much: https://drruscio.com/how-to-test-for-sibo/ ➡️The Key to Thyroid and Parathyroid Health? Your Gut: https://drruscio.com/parathyroid/ ➡️These 11 Supplements Can Help Strike Hormonal Balance: https://drruscio.com/how-to-balance-hormones-with-supplements/ ➡️Which Probiotic Is Best for Histamine Intolerance?: https://drruscio.com/which-probiotic-is-best-for-histamine-intolerance/ ➡️DIY: How to Do a Castor Oil Pack:https://drruscio.com/how-to-do-a-castor-oil-pack/ Featured Studies    📉Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth in Irritable Bowel Syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31913194/ 📉 Short-course Rifaximin therapy efficacy and lactulose hydrogen breath test in Chinese patients with diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32532214/ 📉 Association of Thyroid Hormone Therapy With Quality of Life and Thyroid-Related Symptoms in Patients With Subclinical Hypothyroidism: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30285179/ 📉 Clinical Outcomes After Discontinuation of Thyroid Hormone Replacement: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33161885/ 📉 Dysmotility and proton pump inhibitor use are independent risk factors for small intestinal bacterial and/or fungal overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23574267/ 📉 Concomitant Prevalence of Low Serum Diamine Oxidase Activity and Carbohydrate Malabsorption: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28042564/ 📉 Association of Presenting Symptoms With Abnormal Laboratory Values for Vector-Borne Illness  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33511252/   Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates   Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc  DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Many of our viewers watch our videos to improve their gut health.  Did you know that histamine intolerance can directly relate to gut issues?  Learn the 5 warning signs that you’re histamine intolerant,  and what you can do to start healing.  Low histamine diet handout:  https://drruscio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/HistamineHandout.pdf   👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️Stubborn SIBO? Why Your Nose & Mouth May Be to Blame | Dr. Allison Siebecker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lI1QW2bBJn8&t=1s ➡️You Didn't Know This About Lyme Disease (and How to Heal) | Dr. Tania Dempsey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4r_Ud5Cmp9Y&t=2s ➡️Healthy Food Paradoxes: Fiber and Histamine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TD2UdTzT9vQ&t=79s ➡️The Top Anti-Inflammatory Foods You Should Eat Every Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NF5gOX-VsFY&t=78s ➡️This Leaky Gut Diet Fixes the Root Cause of Poor Gut Health: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wk9GaT2mtw ➡️The Link Between MCAS, POTS, and EDS with Dr. Leonard Weinstock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaiG8pNie20&t=119s   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Which Probiotic Is Best for Histamine Intolerance?: https://drruscio.com/which-probiotic-is-best-for-histamine-intolerance/ ➡️DIY: How to Do a Castor Oil Pack: https://drruscio.com/how-to-do-a-castor-oil-pack/ ➡️Can I Take Quercetin for Histamine Intolerance?: https://drruscio.com/quercetin-for-histamine-intolerance/ ➡️These 11 Supplements Can Help Strike Hormonal Balance: https://drruscio.com/how-to-balance-hormones-with-supplements/ ➡️Can SIBO Cause Histamine Intolerance?: https://drruscio.com/can-sibo-cause-histamine-intolerance/ ➡️Can Histamine Intolerance Be Cured?: https://drruscio.com/can-histamine-intolerance-be-cured/   Featured Studies  📉Circadian profiling reveals higher histamine plasma levels and lower diamine oxidase serum activities in 24% of patients with suspected histamine intolerance compared to food allergy and controls: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29154390/ 📉 Pilot Study on the Prevalence of Diamine Oxidase Gene Variants in Patients with Symptoms of Histamine Intolerance: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38674832/ 📉 Histamine Intolerance-The More We Know the Less We Know. A Review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34209583/ 📉 Histamine intolerance: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36931880/ 📉 Concomitant Prevalence of Low Serum Diamine Oxidase Activity and Carbohydrate Malabsorption: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28042564/ 📉 Effect of Candida albicans plus histamine on prostaglandin E2 production by peripheral blood mononuclear cells from healthy women and women with recurrent candidal vaginitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1906913/ 📉 Candida-induced histamine release from basophils: relationship to house dust- and anti-IgE-induced secretion: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2411109/ 📉  What to know about Candida when you have Mast Cell Activation Syndrome | Histamine Intolerance: https://mastcell360.com/what-to-know-about-candida-when-you-have-mast-cell-activation-syndrome-histamine-intolerance/ 📉  Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth: histopathologic features and clinical correlates in an underrecognized entity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20121616/ 📉 Histamine Intolerance-The More We Know the Less We Know. A Review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34209583/ 📉Effect of the menstrual cycle on serum diamine oxidase levels in healthy women: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23099198/ Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Are you dealing with small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)? Does it seem like your current antibiotics or other treatments aren’t working?  In this episode, I’ll dive into four proven and effective treatments that will finally help you heal.  Learn more, watch now!   👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️This Underrated Treatment Will Improve Your IBS | Dr. Alex Ford: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjbcH1nWwpE&t=513s ➡️The 2 Best SIBO Healing Supplements: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=es-l4TVToeQ&t=19s ➡️New Study: Herbal & Probiotics Treatment Effective for SIBO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFK-2MOlpvE&t=2s ➡️The MOST Effective SIBO Treatments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gP4GWWDDFOY&t=9s ➡️Stubborn SIBO? Why Your Nose & Mouth May Be to Blame | Dr. Allison Siebecker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lI1QW2bBJn8&t=1s ➡️Don't Make These 2 Common SIBO Mistakes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5nXtcUva7w&t=9s   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️The Elemental Diet for SIBO: An Action Plan: https://drruscio.com/elemental-diet-for-sibo/ ➡️Is Testing for SIBO Helpful? Maybe Not So Much: https://drruscio.com/how-to-test-for-sibo/ ➡️The Ultimate 3-Step SIBO Treatment Guide: https://drruscio.com/sibo-treatments/ ➡️Is S. boulardii Good for SIBO? What the Evidence Says: https://drruscio.com/s-boulardii-good-for-sibo/ ➡️Can Prokinetic Agents Help SIBO and Gut Symptoms?: https://drruscio.com/prokinetic-agents/ ➡️Are Prokinetics for SIBO Useful for Gut Health and Motility?: https://drruscio.com/prokinetics-for-sibo/ Featured Studies  📉Intestinal Methanogen Overgrowth (IMO) Is Associated with Delayed Small Bowel and Colonic Transit Time (TT) on the Wireless Motility Capsule (WMC): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39068378/ 📉 Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth in Irritable Bowel Syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31913194/ 📉 Methane, a gas produced by enteric bacteria, slows intestinal transit and augments small intestinal contractile activity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16293652/ 📉 A diet low in fermentable oligo-, di-, monosaccharides and polyols improves abdominal and overall symptoms in persons with all subtypes of irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38887150/ 📉 Impact of Saccharomyces boulardii CNCM I-745 on Bacterial Overgrowth and Composition of Intestinal Microbiota in Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome Patients: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36630947/ 📉 Effect of diet and individual dietary guidance on gastrointestinal endocrine cells in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (Review): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28849091/ 📉 The efficacy and safety of probiotics for patients with constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32387213/ 📉 Probiotics for Preventing and Treating Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/ 📉  Spore-forming Bacillus coagulans SNZ 1969 improved intestinal motility and constipation perception mediated by microbial alterations in healthy adults with mild intermittent constipation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34119240/ 📉 Bacillus coagulans Unique IS2 in Constipation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30911991/ 📉Saccharomyces cerevisiae I-3856 in irritable bowel syndrome with predominant constipation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35979259/ 📉Do Herbal Supplements and Probiotics Complement Antibiotics and Diet in the Management of SIBO?: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38613116/ 📉Herbal therapy is equivalent to rifaximin for the treatment of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24891990/ 📉Compliance, safety, and effect of exclusive palatable elemental diet in microbial overgrowth: https://eposters.ddw.org/ddw/2024/ddw-2024/413102/ali.rezaie.compliance.safety.and.effect.of.exclusive.palatable.elemental.diet.html?f=menu%3D16%2Abrowseby%3D8%2Asortby%3D2%2Ace_id%3D2673%2Alabel%3D27495%2Atrend%3D19514%2Amarker%3D5007 Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

We’ve talked a lot about the benefits of probiotics on this channel! But did you know how effective probiotics are for women’s health? We’ve compiled some of our most surprising insights into women's health and probiotics into this one episode. Learn more, watch now!  Curious about the other benefits of probiotics? Check out these videos!  👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️NEW Research Reveals 7 Surprising Benefits of Probiotics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yk-mdnKJaJk&t=910s ➡️Probiotics Improve Leaky Gut, IBS & Candida [New Science]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RZ_R4dPvAAI&t=7s ➡️Probiotics Improve Diarrhea, H. Pylori & IBS [New Science]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRXuB-cX-_g ➡️Brain Fog, Fatigue, Female Hormone Issues & Bloating GONE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-Mpke5clmw ➡️What is the BEST Way to Take Probiotics?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7OSa1zh760&t=1594s ➡️Is This NEW Probiotic a Gut Microbiome Miracle? Akkermansia Muciniphila: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c656V9omekw&t=166s Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Best Probiotics for Women: https://drruscio.com/best-probiotics-for-women/ ➡️Probiotic Benefits for Mother+Child & Histamine Intolerance: https://drruscio.com/probiotic-benefits-for-motherchild-histamine-intolerance/ ➡️Probiotics for Vaginal Health: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-vaginal-health/ ➡️Functional Health and Nutrition for a Healthy Pregnancy: https://drruscio.com/functional-medicine-and-nutrition-for-a-healthy-pregnancy/ ➡️How to Choose the Best Pregnancy Probiotics: https://drruscio.com/best-pregnancy-probiotics/ Featured Studies  📉Adjuvant administration of probiotic effects on sexual function in depressant women undergoing SSRIs treatment: a double-blinded randomized controlled trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38216917/ 📉 Comparing the Effect of Probiotic and Fluconazole on Treatment and Recurrence of Vulvovaginal Candidiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36198994/ 📉 Effects of probiotic/synbiotic supplementation on body weight in patients with diabetes: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37085813/ 📉Ameliorating effects of L-carnitine and synbiotic co-supplementation on anthropometric measures and cardiometabolic traits in women with obesity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37929031/ Effects of l-carnitine supplementation on weight loss and body composition: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32359762/ 📉 Gut-Skin Axis: Current Knowledge of the Interrelationship between Microbial Dysbiosis and Skin Conditions: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33670115/ 📉 Meta-analysis on preventive and therapeutic effects of probiotic supplementation in infant atopic dermatitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37345893/ 📉 Microbiome of the first stool after birth and infantile colic: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32053826/ 📉 Infant microbiota in colic: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32279681/ 📉 Effects of maternal probiotic supplementation on breast milk microbiome and infant gut microbiome and health:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37660760/   Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Did you know that SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) occurs in your nose and mouth? Dr. Allison Siebecker discusses “hidden SIBO” and how it can affect your health. Watch our full interview with Dr. Siebecker where she shares new SIBO research and more: Exciting NEW Treatments For Healing SIBO and Bacterial Infections | Dr. Allison Siebecker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Y8Vl6IHNlM&t=3302s   👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️The MOST Effective SIBO Treatments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gP4GWWDDFOY&t=9s ➡️The 2 Best SIBO Healing Supplements: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=es-l4TVToeQ&t=19s ➡️Does Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) Impact Mental Health?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbGKRUq5PNM&t=3s ➡️5 SIBO Symptoms To Watch Out For - Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmKxwSlf1iU&t=4s ➡️Reduce Methane Dominant SIBO with TWO Simple Supplements: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhEJ-1Mx54w&t=5s   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️The Elemental Diet for SIBO: An Action Plan: https://drruscio.com/elemental-diet-for-sibo/ ➡️Is Testing for SIBO Helpful? Maybe Not So Much: https://drruscio.com/how-to-test-for-sibo/ ➡️The Ultimate 3-Step SIBO Treatment Guide: https://drruscio.com/sibo-treatments/ ➡️Should You Take Probiotics for IBS and SIBO?: https://drruscio.com/should-you-take-probiotics-for-ibs-sibo/ ➡️How to Interpret SIBO Test Results & Improve Food Intolerances: https://drruscio.com/read-sibo-test-results-overcome-food-intolerances/ ➡️Are Prokinetics for SIBO Useful for Gut Health and Motility?: https://drruscio.com/prokinetics-for-sibo/ Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Did you know that supplementation can improve depression and anxiety? A surprising new study has found that supplements can also enhance the effectiveness of popular antidepressant medications!  Learn more, watch now.   👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️This Underrated Treatment Will Improve Your IBS | Dr. Alex Ford https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjbcH1nWwpE&t=1384s ➡️The Most Effective Herbs For Depression & Anxiety w/ Olivia Amitrano:: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHMh4zpsY0E&t=266s ➡️NEW Research Reveals 7 Surprising Benefits of Probiotics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yk-mdnKJaJk ➡️The REAL Root Causes of Brain Fog (Why Gut Health Matters): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkmwR2RCWkg&t=67s ➡️END Brain Fog Forever with These 8 Foods, Supplements, Diets: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0b-5ovJJwc&t=724s ➡️NEW Science-Backed Ways to Improve Fatigue, Insomnia, Stress: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kEmj83EIfyU&t=9s Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Serotonin and Depression: That New Study Isn’t What You Think: https://drruscio.com/serotonin-and-depression/ ➡️Probiotics Prevent Brain Atrophy and Improve Cognition: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-prevent-brain-atrophy-and-improve-cognition/ ➡️Probiotics for Anxiety: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-anxiety/ ➡️How To Treat Anxiety Naturally By Improving Your Gut Health: https://drruscio.com/treat-anxiety-naturally-improving-gut-health/ ➡️Have Brain Fog & Depression? Leaky Gut Could Be to Blame. https://drruscio.com/brain-fog-depression-leaky-gut-could-be-to-blame/ ➡️How the Mind-Gut Connection May Be Affecting You: https://drruscio.com/the-mind-gut-connection/ Featured Studies  📉Probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 Reduces Depression Scores and Alters Brain Activity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28483500/ 📉 Clinical, gut microbial and neural effects of a probiotic add-on therapy in depressed patients: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35654766/ 📉 Gut dysbiosis in severe mental illness and chronic fatigue: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33558650/ 📉 Probiotics fortify intestinal barrier function: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ 📉 Probiotics for adults with major depressive disorder compared with antidepressants: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38219239/ 📉 National, State-Level, and County-Level Prevalence Estimates of Adults Aged ≥18 Years Self-Reporting a Lifetime Diagnosis of Depression: https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/72/wr/mm7224a1.htm 📉 U.S. Depression Rates Reach New Highs: https://news.gallup.com/poll/505745/depression-rates-reach-new-highs.aspx 📉 Real-World Data on SSRI Antidepressant Side Effects: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19724743/ 📉  Incidence and duration of side effects and those rated as bothersome with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor treatment for depression: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15291685/ 📉 Most common antidepressants: https://www.definitivehc.com/resources/healthcare-insights/top-antidepressants-by-prescription-volume 📉Bacillus coagulans MTCC 5856 for the management of major depression with irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29997457/ 📉Gut feelings: A randomised, triple-blind, placebo-controlled trial of probiotics for depressive symptoms: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31078831/ 📉 A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial of Lactobacillus helveticus and Bifidobacterium longum for the symptoms of depression: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28068788/ 📉 Probiotics as an effective therapeutic approach in alleviating depression symptoms: an umbrella meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35348020/ Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

In this episode, I’ll share my favorite SIBO healing supplements and break down an exciting new study that found an herbal remedy to be more effective in treating SIBO than a common antibiotic. Watch now!   Elemental Heal: https://store.drruscio.com/products/elemental-heal Elemental Heal Low Carb: https://store.drruscio.com/products/elemental-heal-low-carb Elemental Heal Whey Free: https://store.drruscio.com/products/elemental-heal-whey-free 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️The Best SIBO Probiotic Protocol: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ub7QYqIqvCw&t=4s ➡️New Study: Herbal & Probiotics Treatment Effective for SIBO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFK-2MOlpvE ➡️The MOST Effective SIBO Treatments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gP4GWWDDFOY&t=7s ➡️Exciting NEW Treatments For Healing SIBO and Bacterial Infections | Dr. Allison Siebecker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Y8Vl6IHNlM&t=3301s ➡️Reduce Methane Dominant SIBO with TWO Simple Supplements: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhEJ-1Mx54w&t=5s ➡️5 SIBO Symptoms To Watch Out For - Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmKxwSlf1iU&t=4s   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️The Elemental Diet for SIBO: An Action Plan: https://drruscio.com/elemental-diet-for-sibo/ ➡️Is Testing for SIBO Helpful? Maybe Not So Much: https://drruscio.com/how-to-test-for-sibo/ ➡️The Ultimate 3-Step SIBO Treatment Guide: https://drruscio.com/sibo-treatments/ ➡️Answers to Your Questions About SIBO & GI Issues: https://drruscio.com/sibo-questions/ ➡️Can Prokinetic Agents Help SIBO and Gut Symptoms?: https://drruscio.com/prokinetic-agents/ ➡️Are Prokinetics for SIBO Useful for Gut Health and Motility?: https://drruscio.com/prokinetics-for-sibo/ Featured Studies  📉 Review article: small intestinal bacterial overgrowth--prevalence, clinical features, current and developing diagnostic tests, and treatment: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23957651/ 📉 Personality, Anxiety, and Stress in Patients with Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth Syndrome. The Polish Preliminary Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36612414/ 📉 Compliance, Safety, and Effect Of Exclusive Palatable Elemental Diet In Microbial Overgrowth: https://eposters.ddw.org/ddw/2024/ddw-2024/413102/ali.rezaie.compliance.safety.and.effect.of.exclusive.palatable.elemental.diet.html?f=menu%3D16%2Abrowseby%3D8%2Asortby%3D2%2Ace_id%3D2673%2Alabel%3D27495%2Atrend%3D19514%2Amarker%3D5007 📉 Berberine Is Not Inferior To Rifaximin In Treatment Of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: https://eposters.ddw.org/ddw/2024/ddw-2024/413770/huai-zhu.guo.berberine.is.not.inferior.to.rifaximin.in.treatment.of.small.html?f=listing%3D0%2Abrowseby%3D8%2Asortby%3D1%2Asearch%3Dsibo 📉 Herbal therapy is equivalent to rifaximin for the treatment of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24891990/ 📉Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth and Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Bridge between Functional Organic Dichotomy: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28274108/ 📉Effectiveness of an 'half elemental diet' as maintenance therapy for Crohn's disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17059514/#:~:text=Results%3A%20The%20relapse%20rate%20in,similar%20in%20the%20two%20groups. 📉Inflammation, Antibiotics, and Diet as Environmental Stressors of the Gut Microbiome in Pediatric Crohn's Disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26468751/ 📉Dependence of Colonization of the Large Intestine by Candida on the Treatment of Crohn's Disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31050260/ Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.  Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Over the past few years on YouTube, we’ve enjoyed deep diving into the best solutions to help YOU heal! So, we’d like to take a look back and round up the top 5 BEST supplements for your gut health!  Want to learn more about each supplement? Check out the videos below!    👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️The 4 Most Effective Ways to Treat Leaky Gut (Clinical Pearls): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPpuQc__ICc&t=1213s ➡️Prebiotics vs Probiotics - Which Is Best for Gut Health?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Efllxhj3ts&t=70s ➡️Do These 3 Things DAILY If You Have Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLP0TFaOlOA&t=4s ➡️Probiotics Improve Diarrhea, H. Pylori & IBS [New Science]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRXuB-cX-_g&t=654s ➡️Curcumin (Turmeric) Benefits for Gut & Brain Health - Best Dose & Form: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vD7y0Acz5Q&t=243s ➡️New Research to Resolve Constipation, Food Reactivity & Reflux: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKqpq5eeEUw&t=2s   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️How To Use Leaky Gut Supplements To Target Inflammation: https://drruscio.com/leakygut-supplements/ ➡️Leaky Gut Supplements: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-supplements/ ➡️Your Guide on How to Use Probiotics for Leaky Gut: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-leaky-gut/ ➡️8 Best Microbiome Supplements for a Happier, Healthier Gut: https://drruscio.com/best-microbiome-supplements/ ➡️Antimicrobial vs. Antibiotic: Which Is Best for Healing Your Gut? https://drruscio.com/antimicrobial-vs-antibiotic/ ➡️The 6 Best Gut Health Supplements: https://drruscio.com/best-gut-health-supplements/ Featured Studies  📉 Probiotics fortify intestinal barrier function: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ 📉 Mechanisms and effectiveness of prebiotics in modifying the gastrointestinal microbiota for the management of digestive disorders: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23680358/ 📉 Turmeric extract may improve irritable bowel syndrome symptomology in otherwise healthy adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15673996/ 📉 Curcumin use in ulcerative colitis: is it ready for prime time?: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31892798/ 📉 Profiling Inflammatory Biomarkers following Curcumin Supplementation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36700039/ 📉 Efficacy and safety of curcumin therapy for knee osteoarthritis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38036015/ 📉 Effect of curcumin on rheumatoid arthritis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37325651/ 📉 The Effects of Nano-Curcumin Supplementation on Risk Factors for Cardiovascular Disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34202657/ 📉  Effect of polyphenol compounds on Helicobacter pylori eradication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36604137/ 📉 Curcumin and proton pump inhibitors for functional dyspepsia: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36604137/   Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.  Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g   *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Herbalist Olivia Amitrano gives us a rundown of the best herbs for treating depression, anxiety, and stress in the gut! What’s the right herb for you? Find out now!  Watch Olivia’s full interview where she talks all things herbal medicine and how it can heal different conditions: These Natural Herbs Are the SECRET KEY to Better Gut Health | Olivia Amitrano: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3e2OQHSnns&t=1551s 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️The Best Natural Treatments for Candida (Science-based): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bnc3ZkLuPzs&t=417s ➡️Curcumin (Turmeric) Benefits for Gut & Brain Health - Best Dose & Form: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vD7y0Acz5Q&t=686s ➡️New Study: Herbal & Probiotics Treatment Effective for SIBO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFK-2MOlpvE&t=527s ➡️END Brain Fog Forever with These 8 Foods, Supplements, Diets: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0b-5ovJJwc&t=721s ➡️Berberine Benefits: Which Are Real and Which Are Hype?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uyJQSDY0gRc   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Natural Mood Enhancers: How to Improve Depression and Anxiety Without Medication: https://drruscio.com/natural-mood-enhancers/ ➡️Probiotics for Depression, Dysbiosis, Bloating & Anxiety: https://drruscio.com/probiotic-research-updates-nov-2023/ ➡️How To Treat Anxiety Naturally By Improving Your Gut Health: https://drruscio.com/treat-anxiety-naturally-improving-gut-health/ ➡️Serotonin and Depression: That New Study Isn’t What You Think: https://drruscio.com/serotonin-and-depression/ ➡️8 Best Microbiome Supplements for a Happier, Healthier Gut: https://drruscio.com/best-microbiome-supplements/ ➡️The 6 Best Gut Health Supplements: https://drruscio.com/best-gut-health-supplements/ Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Three exciting new studies have found that probiotics improve diarrhea, constipation, bloating, pain and anxiety! In this episode, I’ll break down this new research and help you determine the best protocol for each condition. Watch now!   👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️This Underrated Treatment Will Improve Your IBS | Dr. Alex Ford: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjbcH1nWwpE&t=7s ➡️4 Causes of Constipation & The Most Effective Solutions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FarxCaFxkXI&t=3s ➡️Gut Health Q&A: Constipation, Bloating, Eczema & Parasites: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pCZ0nK7Hz9E&t=129s ➡️New Research to Resolve Constipation, Food Reactivity & Reflux: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKqpq5eeEUw&t=1s ➡️What is the BEST Way to Take Probiotics?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7OSa1zh760&t=1284s ➡️Probiotics Improve Diarrhea, H. Pylori & IBS [New Science]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRXuB-cX-_g&t=555s ➡️4 Science-Backed Ways to Reduce Bloating: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BuowTB5b8eM   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Get Your Gut Moving: Probiotics for Constipation: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-constipation/ ➡️How to Use Probiotics for Bloating and Constipation Relief: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-bloating/ ➡️What You Should Know About IBS Probiotics: https://drruscio.com/ibs-probiotics/ ➡️The 8 Best Supplements for Bloating | 2024: https://drruscio.com/best-supplements-for-bloating/ ➡️From Bloating to Reflux: Resolving Gastrointestinal Symptoms: https://drruscio.com/gastrointestinal-symptoms/ Featured Studies  📉 Bifidobacterium longum CECT 7347 (ES1) and heat-treated Bifidobacterium longum CECT 7347 (HT-ES1) in participants with diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38630015/ 📉 Efficacy in bowel movement and change of gut microbiota on adult functional constipation patients treated with probiotics-containing products: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38238054/ 📉 A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study assessing the impact of probiotic supplementation on the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome in females: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38287443/   Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Ozone therapy is the latest in treatments that produces multiple benefits - skin, gut, immune health and more! But how does it work and is it right for you? I’ll answer these questions and more in this episode. Watch now!  Simply O3 At-Home Therapy: https://www.simplyo3.com/collections/3-0-home-kits/products/stratus-3-0-gold-kit 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️Curcumin (Turmeric) IS Effective for Gut & Brain Health - Science Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vD7y0Acz5Q&t=5s ➡️Chronic Infections, Overlooked Cause of Fatigue, Depression, Insomnia & Joint Pain | Dr. Amy Offutt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8_0qMWwQIo&t=1568s ➡️The Top Anti-Inflammatory Foods You Should Eat Every Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NF5gOX-VsFY&t=51s ➡️How Probiotics Help Downregulate Oxidative Stress: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kIFD87jnFg8&t=32s   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Peptides – Medical Breakthrough for Anti-aging and Immune Health with Dr. Kevin Wallace: https://drruscio.com/peptides-anti-aging-immune-health-dr-kevin-wallace/ ➡️Immunoglobulins: A Therapy To Boost Immune and Gut Health: https://drruscio.com/immunoglobulins-boost-immune-gut-health/ ➡️Understanding the Foods That Cause Eczema: Your Guide: https://drruscio.com/foods-that-cause-eczema/ ➡️What Are the Symptoms of an Unhealthy Gut? Signs To Look For: https://drruscio.com/what-are-the-symptoms-of-an-unhealthy-gut/ Featured Studies  📉 History of ozone: https://www.lenntech.com/library/ozone/history/ozone-history.htm 📉 Ozonotherapy History: https://aepromo.org/en/ozonotherapy-history/ 📉 Medical ozone arrests oxidative damage progression and regulates vasoactive mediator levels in elderly patients (60-70 years) with oxidative etiology diseases: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36406985/ 📉 Benefits of ozone on mortality in patients with COVID-19: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36513208/ 📉 A systematic review of ozone therapy for treating chronically refractory wounds and ulcers: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34612569/ 📉 Does the treatment of dried herbs with ozone as a fungal decontaminating agent affect the active constituents?: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33652183/ 📉 The effect of ozone on common environmental fungi: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18507305/ 📉 Giardia duodenalis: effects of an ozonized sunflower oil product (Oleozon) on in vitro trophozoites: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19010325/ 📉 Ozone Therapy Attenuates NF-κB-Mediated Local Inflammatory Response and Activation of Th17 Cells in Treatment for Psoriasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32398953/ 📉 Effectiveness and Safety of Ozone Therapy for Dermatological Disorders: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36578725/ 📉[Ozone therapy combined with sulfasalazine delivered via a colon therapy system for treatment of ulcerative colitis]: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21177179/ 📉Efficacy and safety of ozone therapy for knee osteoarthritis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38444768/ 📉Medical Ozone: A Redox Regulator with Selectivity for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38543177/ 📉The role of ozone treatment as integrative medicine: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36726625/ 📉Long-term improvement in refractory headache following ozone therapy: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23215625/ 📉Patients with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) Greatly Improved Fatigue Symptoms When Treated with Oxygen-Ozone Autohemotherapy: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35011770/ 📉Effects of ozone therapy on anxiety and depression in patients with refractory symptoms of severe diseases: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37599784/ 📉Efficacy of ozone therapy as an add-on treatment in fibromyalgia: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36530072/ 📉Ozone therapy for skin diseases:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36527235/ 📉Ozone in Medicine. The Low-Dose Ozone Concept and Its Basic Biochemical Mechanisms of Action in Chronic Inflammatory Diseases: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34360655/   Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

A new study shows that the best way to treat a slow thyroid function isn’t by taking medication right away. In this episode, I’ll break down the most effective and natural approaches to healing a sluggish thyroid - all based on the latest scientific research!  Nova Lab Red Light Therapy Device: https://novaalab.com/products/laser-red-light-therapy Cold Laser Therapy Device: 660mW Handheld Laser for Optimal Pain Relief in Dogs, Pets and Humans: https://healthcaremarts.com/products/low-level-laser-therapy-device-hand-held 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️Escape the Hypothyroidism Trap with Dr. Antonio Bianco: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1jzvyEoLfI&t=2266s ➡️9 Warning Signs of Thyroid Dysfunction Over 40 - Don't Ignore!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfqnaANvDrI&t=46s ➡️How To Get Off Thyroid Medication: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTmU1sBN5rg&t=501s ➡️What's Thyroid Stimulating Hormone Normal Range? (Normal TSH Levels): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7n0P47YWRo&t=17s ➡️This Thyroid Medication Increases Heart Disease & Stroke Risk ⚠️: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ERML5qSA_Ak&t=3s ➡️The Truth About Thyroid Medication: Research Shows You Might Not Need It: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53Gk8H8U8_s&t=27s Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️What Are Optimal Thyroid Levels?: https://drruscio.com/optimal-thyroid-levels/ ➡️What is Subclinical Hypothyroidism?: https://drruscio.com/what-is-subclinical-hypothyroidism/ ➡️7 of the Best Supplements for an Underactive Thyroid: https://drruscio.com/best-thyroid-supplements/ ➡️Thyroid Hormone Production and Function, Simplified: https://drruscio.com/what-hormones-are-produced-by-the-thyroid-gland/ ➡️Thyroid Diet Chart: What to Eat for Better Thyroid Function: https://drruscio.com/thyroid-diet-chart/ Featured Studies  📉 Incidence and Determinants of Spontaneous Normalization of Subclinical Hypothyroidism in Older Adults https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37862463/ 📉 Clinical Outcomes After Discontinuation of Thyroid Hormone Replacement: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33161885/ 📉 Appropriateness of Levothyroxine Prescription: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37656124/ 📉 Association of Thyroid Hormone Therapy With Quality of Life and Thyroid-Related Symptoms in Patients With Subclinical Hypothyroidism: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30285179/ 📉Efficacy of Combined Photobiomodulation Therapy with Supplements versus Supplements alone in Restoring Thyroid Gland Homeostasis in Hashimoto Thyroiditis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37623524/ 📉Efficacy of Combined Photobiomodulation Therapy with Supplements versus Supplements alone in Restoring Thyroid Gland Homeostasis in Hashimoto Thyroiditis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37623524/ Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/ Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc  DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Renowned natural medicine doctor and author, Josh Axe, sits down with us to share his story of overcoming a debilitating injury by using mindset as medicine. From changing limiting beliefs to becoming the hero of your healing journey, Dr.Axe discusses key points from his new book, “Think This, Not That.” If you’re undergoing health challenges, this episode will help guide you towards healing. Listen now!   Check out Dr. Axe’s podcasts!  Ancient Health Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVINYOg5zyBY691Htma-UtCo2nQNhjl3T The Dr, Josh Axe Show: https://youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?si=4iar1l0zXlCQ2hzQ   Grab a copy of “Think This, Not That”: https://joshaxe.com/ Timestamps 00:00 Intro 02:46 His debilitating injury story 08:32 How he healed  15:13 Being a hero vs. victim 22:40 Releasing unhealthy mindsets 32:08 Good gut health practices 39:22 Why mindset is important  44:53 Overcoming limiting beliefs    👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️Easy Ways to Improve Mental Health & Immunity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzGiHwr7nN0&t=14s ➡️One Proven & Simple Supplement for Depression: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Plc91hKwvsY&t=570s ➡️The Science of Probiotics: The Top 4 Gut & Brain Health Benefits EXPLAINED: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mr369OAmrMU&t=590s ➡️Improve Your Amygdala Health With This Simple Act: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAFAXuKFUQg ➡️END Brain Fog Forever with These 8 Foods, Supplements, Diets: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0b-5ovJJwc&t=2s ➡️Do THIS Every Morning for Better Brain Health: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENj0ppNoHaU&t=59s Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Natural Treatments to Improve Mental Health and Immunity: https://drruscio.com/natural-treatments-improve-mental-health-immunity/ ➡️You May Need a Vagus Nerve Reset. Here’s How to Do It: https://drruscio.com/vagus-nerve-reset/ ➡️The BEST Type of Exercise for Depression According to Research: https://drruscio.com/best-exercise-for-depression/ ➡️EFT Tapping for Anxiety: Does it Work?: https://drruscio.com/eft-tapping-anxiety/ ➡️7 Surprising Things That Are Stressing Your Nervous System: https://drruscio.com/things-stressing-your-nervous-system/ Featured Studies  📉 A controlled trial of arthroscopic surgery for osteoarthritis of the knee: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12110735/ 📉 Effects of open-label placebos in clinical trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33594150/ 📉 Can words hurt? Patient-provider interactions during invasive procedures: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15733657/   Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates   Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.  Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g   *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

An exciting new study finds that these herbal treatments and probiotics are very effective in healing SIBO! In this episode,I’ll break down the study and provide the best protocol for approaching SIBO naturally. Watch now!   👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️5 SIBO Symptoms To Watch Out For - Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmKxwSlf1iU&t=4s ➡️Can You Take Probiotics for SIBO or Not?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckg3Di89CMQ ➡️Exciting NEW Treatments For Healing SIBO and Bacterial Infections | Dr. Allison Siebecker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Y8Vl6IHNlM&t=126s ➡️Reduce Methane Dominant SIBO with TWO Simple Supplements: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhEJ-1Mx54w&t=5s ➡️The MOST Effective SIBO Treatments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gP4GWWDDFOY&t=2s ➡️The Best SIBO Probiotic Protocol: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ub7QYqIqvCw&t=1s Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️What Are the Signs of SIBO?: https://drruscio.com/what-is-sibo/ ➡️The Elemental Diet for SIBO: An Action Plan: https://drruscio.com/elemental-diet-for-sibo/ ➡️Is Testing for SIBO Helpful? Maybe Not So Much: https://drruscio.com/how-to-test-for-sibo/ ➡️The Ultimate 3-Step SIBO Treatment Guide: https://drruscio.com/sibo-treatments/ ➡️Can Prokinetic Agents Help SIBO and Gut Symptoms?: https://drruscio.com/prokinetic-agents/ ➡️Studies Reveal What Does and Doesn’t Work for SIBO and IBS: https://drruscio.com/studies-reveal-sibo-and-ibs/ Featured Studies  📉 Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth recurrence after antibiotic therapy: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18802998/ 📉 Do Herbal Supplements and Probiotics Complement Antibiotics and Diet in the Management of SIBO?:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38613116/ 📉 Randomised placebo-controlled trial of dietary glutamine supplements for postinfectious irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30108163/ 📉 Herbal therapy is equivalent to rifaximin for the treatment of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24891990/ 📉 Dysmotility and proton pump inhibitor use are independent risk factors for small intestinal bacterial and/or fungal overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23574267/ 📉 Association of Presenting Symptoms With Abnormal Laboratory Values for Vector-Borne Illness - Experience in an Urban Gastroenterology Practice: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33511252/ Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

We hear a lot about healing leaky gut, but how do we know we have it in the first place? Is a stool test enough? In this episode, I’ll review the most effective and least effective leaky gut tests. Let’s get the most accurate results, so you can move closer to healing! Watch now.    👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️The 4 Most Effective Ways to Treat Leaky Gut (Clinical Pearls): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPpuQc__ICc&t=831s ➡️The 4 MOST Effective Leaky Gut Treatments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MW1ezm3d0JQ&t=776s ➡️A Simple & Effective Leaky Gut Repair Protocol: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5en_twP8DcE&t=698s ➡️8 Signs Your Gut is LEAKY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QER7XXJ5CM&t=36s ➡️The 10 BEST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5yXO71ZDec&t=1084s ➡️Healing Leaky Gut & Inflammation with Dr. Jockers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZVH40KsMFA&t=1702s   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Create Your Personalized Leaky Gut Diet Plan: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-diet-plan/ ➡️A Simple & Effective Leaky Gut Repair Protocol: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-repair-protocol/ ➡️Should You Get a Leaky Gut Syndrome Test?: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-syndrome-test/ ➡️Your Guide on How to Use Probiotics for Leaky Gut: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-leaky-gut/ ➡️Supplements for Fatty Liver Disease: Which Ones Work?: https://drruscio.com/fatty-liver-supplements/ ➡️How To Use Leaky Gut Supplements To Target Inflammation: https://drruscio.com/leakygut-supplements/ Featured Studies  📉 Probiotics fortify intestinal barrier function:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ 📉 Fecal zonulin is elevated in Crohn's disease and in cigarette smokers: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29034305/ 📉Probiotic supplementation affects markers of intestinal barrier, oxidation, and inflammation in trained men: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22992437/ 📉Associations between food-specific IgG antibodies and intestinal permeability biomarkers: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36147305/ 📉Is there a possible correlation between antibodies against lipopolysaccharide, intestinal and blood-brain barrier proteins in IBD subjects?: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30959215/ 📉The Relationships between Intestinal Permeability and Target Antibodies for a Spectrum of Autoimmune Diseases: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38003542/ 📉A case for improved assessment of gut permeability: a meta-analysis quantifying the lactulose:mannitol ratio in coeliac and Crohn's disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35012471/ 📉Probiotics fortify intestinal barrier function: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ 📉Randomised placebo-controlled trial of dietary glutamine supplements for postinfectious irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30108163/ 📉Psychological and Gastrointestinal Symptoms of Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome Undergoing a Low-FODMAP Diet: The Role of the Intestinal Barrier: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34371976/   Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Curcumin (Tumeric) is one of our favorite supplements! Not only does it benefit your gut and brain health, it’s also a powerful anti-inflammatory! Learn about the best dosage and usage of curcumin - watch now!  👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️This Underrated Treatment Will Improve Your IBS | Dr. Alex Ford:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjbcH1nWwpE&t=7s ➡️The Top Anti-Inflammatory Foods You Should Eat Every Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NF5gOX-VsFY&t=45s ➡️These Natural Herbs Are the SECRET KEY to Better Gut Health | Olivia Amitrano: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3e2OQHSnns ➡️The 10 BEST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5yXO71ZDec&t=1084s   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️How to use ancient remedies, herb combining, and medicinal foods with Dr. Josh Axe: https://drruscio.com/ancient-remedies/ ➡️What Can I Drink to Reduce Inflammation?: https://drruscio.com/what-can-i-drink-to-reduce-inflammation/ ➡️How to Choose the Best Rheumatoid Arthritis Diet for You: https://drruscio.com/rheumatoid-arthritis-diet/ Featured Studies  📉Effects of Turmeric and Curcumin Dietary Supplementation on Microbiota: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30088420/ 📉Effect of polyphenol compounds on Helicobacter pylori eradication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36604137/ 📉Turmeric extract may improve IBS  symptomology: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15673996/ 📉Efficacy of a curcumin extract (Curcugen™) on gastrointestinal symptoms and intestinal microbiotas: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33478482/ 📉Efficacy of Curcumin on Cognitive Function Scores in Women with Premenstrual Syndrome and Dysmenorrhea: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37119345/ 📉The Effect of Curcumin Differs on Individual Cognitive Domains across Different Patient Populations: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34959636/ 📉Curcumin intervention for cognitive function in different types of people: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30575152/ 📉Curcumin inhibits the activation of immunoglobulin e-mediated mast cells and passive systemic anaphylaxis in mice: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24596618/ 📉Curcumin Ingestion Inhibits Mastocytosis and Suppresses Intestinal Anaphylaxis in a Murine Model of Food Allergy: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26147007/ 📉Curcumin-mediated regulation of intestinal barrier function: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29420166/ 📉Curcumin and proton pump inhibitors for functional dyspepsia: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37696679/ 📉Curcumin use in ulcerative colitis: is it ready for prime time?: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31892798/ 📉Profiling Inflammatory Biomarkers following Curcumin Supplementation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36700039/ 📉Effect of curcumin on proinflammatory cytokines: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33934954/ 📉Efficacy and safety of curcumin therapy for knee osteoarthritis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38036015/ 📉Effect of curcumin on rheumatoid arthritis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37325651/ 📉The Effects of Nano-Curcumin Supplementation on  Cardiovascular Disease:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34202657/ 📉The effects of curcumin on anthropometric and cardiometabolic parameters of patients with metabolic diseases: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35475714/ 📉Profiling Inflammatory Biomarkers following Curcumin Supplementation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36700039/ 📉Curcumin use in ulcerative colitis: is it ready for prime time?: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31892798/ 📉Effects of curcumin on blood pressure: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37567790/ 📉Effects of curcumin/turmeric supplementation on liver function in adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37178581/ 📉Effects of curcumin/turmeric supplementation on lipid profile: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37230418/ 📉Curcumin Formulations for Better Bioavailability: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37008131/ 📉Methods Used for Enhancing the Bioavailability of Oral Curcumin: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36015087/ Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Not seeing improvement on your current candida protocol?  You may find better results through natural remedies! In this episode, I’ll name the most effective herbal supplements, recommended dosages, and the best lifestyle habits that will help to heal candida overgrowth. Watch now! Candida Diet Handout: https://drruscio.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Candida-Diet-Handout-2024.pdf   👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️Eat These 7 Foods EVERY DAY for SIFO & Candida: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIKgNtxC3Mw&t=228s ➡️Get Rid Of Candida & SIFO in 4 Simplified Steps (Works Fast): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EenuIwuJ7h0&t=1773s ➡️8 Warning Signs of Candida & SIFO (Don't Ignore!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctEm_H3b2j4&t=318s ➡️Exciting NEW Treatments For Healing SIBO and Bacterial Infections | Dr. Allison Siebecker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Y8Vl6IHNlM&t=121s ➡️Should I Avoid the Elemental Diet If I Have Candida?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZW8cVfPtHX0&t=2s Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments! 👇Read these next 👇 ➡️What Is Candida? 5 Facts You May Not Know: https://drruscio.com/what-is-candida/ ➡️What Causes Candida Overgrowth—and What Can You Do About It?: https://drruscio.com/what-causes-candida/ ➡️Fungal Infections: What Is the Strongest Candida Killer?: https://drruscio.com/strongest-candida-killer/ Featured Studies  📉Effects of oestrogen on vulvovaginal candidosis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34699636/ 📉Comparison of the therapeutic effects of Garcin(®) and fluconazole on Candida vaginitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26512149/ 📉Protective effect of an oral natural phytonutrient in recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22217987/ 📉Prophylactic strategies in recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24152852/ 📉Chamomile Extract versus Clotrimazole Vaginal Cream in Treatment of Vulvovaginal Candidiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35028170/ 📉Comparing the effectiveness of Salvia officinalis, clotrimazole and their combination on vulvovaginal candidiasis:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30663184/ 📉Comparing the Effect of Probiotic and Fluconazole on Treatment and Recurrence of Vulvovaginal Candidiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36198994/ 📉The Role of Probiotics in the Treatment of Vulvovaginal Candidiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38784519/ 📉Antibiofilm Potential of Medicinal Plants against Candida spp. Oral Biofilms: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34572724/ 📉In vitro inhibition of a multispecies oral cavity biofilm by Syzygium aromaticum essential oil: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34633113/ 📉Characterization of Herbal Antifungal Agent, Origanum vulgare against Oral Candida spp. Isolated from Patients with Candida-Associated Denture Stomatitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29962756/ 📉The inhibitory effects of carvacrol, nystatin, & oral candidiasis isolates: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38605312/ 📉Assessment of Antimicrobial Effectiveness of Neem and Clove Extract Against Streptococcus mutans and Candida albicans: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32180657/ 📉18+ Natural Ways to Help Treat Oral Thrush: https://draxe.com/health/oral-thrush/ 📉10 Oral Thrush  Home Remedies: https://khealth.com/learn/yeast-infection/oral-thrush-home-remedies/ 📉Effect of Probiotics on Oral Candidiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31615039/ 📉Dysmotility and proton pump inhibitor use are independent risk factors for SIBO and/or fungal overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23574267/ 📉Anti- Candida and Antibiofilm Activity of Selected Lamiaceae Essential Oils: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36866556/ 📉Inhibition of hyphae formation and SIR2 expression in Candida albicans treated with fresh Allium sativum (garlic) extract: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19120662/ 📉Probiotics as Antifungals in Mucosal Candidiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26826375/ 📉The dietary modification and treatment of intestinal Candida overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30166063/   Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Whether you need a quick fix for constipation or you’ve been dealing with it consistently, we’ve got the most effective solutions for you! In this episode, I’ll break down the 4 causes of constipation, how to fix it when it happens, and how to prevent ongoing constipation moving forward. Watch now!  Grab your FREE low FODMAP diet guide!: https://drruscio.com/getlowfodmapguide/ MSM supplement from Dr. Kathleen Jane: https://gijanel.com/the-formulas/gi-janel-one Get the Monash FODMAP Diet App: https://www.monashfodmap.com/ibs-central/i-have-ibs/get-the-app/ 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️Exciting NEW Treatments For Healing SIBO and Bacterial Infections | Dr. Allison Siebecker: https://youtu.be/0Y8Vl6IHNlM ➡️Does Massaging Your Stomach Help Constipation? What the Science Says: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3ZUQK0ihYE&t=1s ➡️New Research to Resolve Constipation, Food Reactivity & Reflux: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKqpq5eeEUw&t=1s ➡️Gut Health Q&A: Constipation, Bloating, Eczema & Parasites: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pCZ0nK7Hz9E&t=129s ➡️This Underrated Treatment Will Improve Your IBS | Dr. Alex Ford: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjbcH1nWwpE&t=6s ➡️How to Heal Your Gut with the Low FODMAP Diet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyvJYvvxOw8   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️IBS Treatment Plan for Bloating, Constipation, and Diarrhea: https://drruscio.com/ibs-treatment/ ➡️Best Probiotic For Constipation: https://drruscio.com/best-probiotic-for-constipation/ ➡️How to Improve Fatigue & Constipation Without Thyroid Meds: https://drruscio.com/stop-thyroid-meds-case-study/ ➡️Abdominal Adhesions Can Cause SIBO, Bloating, and Constipation: https://drruscio.com/scar-tissue-in-your-gut/ ➡️Low FODMAP Diet for SIBO: A Step-By-Step Guide: https://drruscio.com/low-fodmap-diet-for-sibo/ ➡️20 Low FODMAP Snacks You’ll Love to Eat: https://drruscio.com/low-fodmap-snacks/ Featured Studies  📉Foods, drinks and diets and their effect on chronic constipation in adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37905980/ 📉The Effect of Fiber Supplementation on Chronic Constipation in Adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35816465/ 📉Exercise therapy in patients with constipation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30843436/ 📉Probiotics for Preventing and Treating Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/ 📉Efficacy in bowel movement and change of gut microbiota on adult functional constipation patients treated with probiotics-containing products: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38238054/ 📉Spore-forming Bacillus coagulans SNZ 1969 improved intestinal motility and constipation perception mediated by microbial alterations in healthy adults with mild intermittent constipation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34119240/ 📉Bacillus coagulans Unique IS2 in Constipation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30911991/ 📉Saccharomyces cerevisiae I-3856 in IBS  with predominant constipation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35979259/ 📉Herbal therapy is equivalent to rifaximin for the treatment of SIBO: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24891990/ 📉Use of Prucalopride for Chronic Constipation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27127190/ 📉Analysis of the efficacy of abdominal massage on functional constipation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37496907/ 📉Biofeedback therapy for constipation in adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21382587/ 📉Early adverse life events and post-traumatic stress disorder in patients with constipation and suspected disordered defecation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34121276/ 📉Emotional stress responsivity of patients with IBS - a systematic review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34942583/ 📉Stress-induced changes in the gastrointestinal motor system: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10202205/ 📉Stress and the gut: pathophysiology, clinical consequences, diagnostic approach and treatment options: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22314561/ Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Did you know that your gut health directly impacts your thyroid health? Did you know that there are different “gut types”? In this episode, I’ll break down the gut and thyroid connection, autoimmune conditions such as Hashimoto’s, and I’ll help you identify your gut type. Watch now!  👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️Escape the Hypothyroidism Trap with Dr. Antonio Bianco: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1jzvyEoLfI&t=2265s ➡️Reduce High Thyroid Levels By Doing THIS Every Morning https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ktk4qYEUpk&t=2s ➡️This Thyroid Medication Increases Heart Disease & Stroke Risk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ERML5qSA_Ak&t=3s ➡️How to Identify & Treat a Sluggish Thyroid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OK9-YhZ0tBo&t=1762s ➡️Do Your Thyroid Levels Actually Require Medication?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DL-uApwZwi0&t=103s ➡️9 Warning Signs of Thyroid Dysfunction Over 40 - Don't Ignore!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfqnaANvDrI&t=3s Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️7 of the Best Supplements for an Underactive Thyroid: https://drruscio.com/best-thyroid-supplements/ ➡️What Happens If You Don’t Take Thyroid Medication?: https://drruscio.com/what-happens-if-you-dont-take-thyroid-medication/ ➡️What Are Optimal Thyroid Levels?: https://drruscio.com/optimal-thyroid-levels/ ➡️Why Your Thyroid Diagnosis Might Be a Misdiagnosis: https://drruscio.com/thyroid-diagnosis/ ➡️The 3 BEST Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis Treatments & 3 to Avoid: https://drruscio.com/hashimotos-thyroiditis-treatment/ ➡️Thyroid Diet Chart: What to Eat for Better Thyroid Function: https://drruscio.com/thyroid-diet-chart/ Grab your FREE diet handouts: Candida:  https://drruscio.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Candida-Diet-Handout-2024.pdf Low FODMAP: https://drruscio.com/getlowfodmapguide/ Featured Studies  📉Symptoms Originally Attributed to Thyroid Dysfunction Were Instead Caused by Suboptimal Gastrointestinal Health: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35999903/ 📉The Relationship between Gastrointestinal Health, Micronutrient Concentrations, and Autoimmunity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36079838/ 📉Thyroid dysfunction in patients with small intestinal bacterial overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29374417/ 📉Decrease in thyroid autoantibodies after eradication of Helicobacter pylori infection:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15521972/ 📉A Paleolithic-type diet results in iodine deficiency: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28901333/ 📉Clinical Outcomes After Discontinuation of Thyroid Hormone Replacement: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33161885/ 📉Increased risk of chronic fatigue syndrome following infection: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37951920/ 📉Probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 Reduces Depression Scores and Alters Brain Activity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28483500/ 📉Interactions between symptoms and psychological status in irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36178333/ 📉Comparison of the therapeutic effects of Garcin(®) and fluconazole on Candida vaginitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26512149/ 📉The dietary modification and treatment of intestinal Candida overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30166063/ Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

SIBO (small intestinal bacteria overgrowth), candida overgrowth and vector-borne illnesses can be very difficult to cure. However, Dr. Allison Siebecker has exciting new treatments and research that can help you on your way to healing! Join us for this insightful discussion - you don’t want to miss it!  👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️Chronic Infections, Overlooked Cause of Fatigue, Depression, Insomnia & Joint Pain | Dr. Amy Offutt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8_0qMWwQIo&t=1544s ➡️You Didn't Know This About Lyme Disease (and How to Heal): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4r_Ud5Cmp9Y&t=1s ➡️“Is SIBO real?” with Shivan Sarna and Dr. Allison Siebecker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LE8PIPNhedI ➡️The MOST Effective SIBO Treatments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gP4GWWDDFOY&t=2s ➡️What is SIBO? Signs & Natural Treatment Options: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3OjefHfOx2I ➡️Get Rid Of Candida & SIFO in 4 Simplified Steps (Works Fast): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EenuIwuJ7h0&t=1772s Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Do Parasite Cleanses Really Work?: https://drruscio.com/parasite-cleanse/ ➡️Do You Have These Unusual Symptoms of Lyme Disease?: https://drruscio.com/unusual-symptoms-of-lyme-disease/ ➡️Are We Defining SIBO Properly?: https://drruscio.com/are-we-defining-sibo-properly/ ➡️The Ultimate 3-Step SIBO Treatment Guide: https://drruscio.com/sibo-treatments/ ➡️Studies Reveal What Does and Doesn’t Work for SIBO and IBS: https://drruscio.com/studies-reveal-sibo-and-ibs/ ➡️What Causes Candida Overgrowth—and What Can You Do About It?: https://drruscio.com/what-causes-candida/ Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:53  Parasite testing 09:40 Sulfur treatment for SIBO 17:50 “SIBO of the nose”  30:16 Healing fungal overgrowth 39: 44 Vector disease & SIBO treatments 56: 38 Immune system support  01:03:35 SIBO research from DDW Conference   Visit Dr. Allison Siebecker’s website and browse her SIBO courses! https://www.siboinfo.com/ Featured Studies  📉Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth in Irritable Bowel Syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31913194/ 📉Performance and Interpretation of Hydrogen and Methane Breath Testing Impact of North American Consensus Guidelines: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35366119/ 📉Use of a remote hydrogen breath tester for the diagnosis of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth: https://gut.bmj.com/content/71/Suppl_1/A8.1 📉Hydrogen Breath Analyzer and Phone App Test On SIBO Patients: https://eposters.ddw.org/ddw/2021/ddw-2021-virtual/320187/pankaj.pasricha.breath.hydrogen.responses.measured.by.a.novel.portable.html?f=listing%3D0%2Abrowseby%3D8%2Asortby%3D2%2Asearch%3Dmicroscopic 📉Postprandial Breath H2 Using a Portable Handheld App-Connected Device to Predict the Presence of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth as Well as the Response to Antibiotic Treatment: https://journals.lww.com/ajg/Fulltext/2021/10001/S1377_Postprandial_Breath_H2_Using_a_Portable.1381.aspx 📉Dysmotility and proton pump inhibitor use are independent risk factors for SIBO: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23574267/ 📉Association of Presenting Symptoms With Abnormal Laboratory Values for Vector-Borne Illness: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33511252/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

After years of experience in helping patients with different gut types, I’ve compiled the top 4 ways to effectively treat leaky gut. Watch this episode to get the best tips on diet, supplementation, lifestyle changes, and more! You deserve to heal!    Dr. Ruscio’s Virtual Clinic: https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Diet Handouts: Low FODMAP diet: https://drruscio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Standard-Low-FODMAP.pdf Candida and Fungal Quiz: https://form.jotform.com/241365330375049 Candida Diet Handout: https://drruscio.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Candida-Diet-Handout-2024.pdf Low Histamine diet: https://bit.ly/45czfPb 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️The 4 MOST Effective Leaky Gut Treatments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MW1ezm3d0JQ&t=776s ➡️This Leaky Gut Diet Fixes the Root Cause of Poor Gut Health: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wk9GaT2mtw&t=273s   ➡️The 10 BEST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5yXO71ZDec&t=847s ➡️A Simple & Effective Leaky Gut Repair Protocol: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5en_twP8DcE&t=696s ➡️The 10 WORST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3Y7XNUwg7k&t=6s ➡️The Science of Leaky Gut with Dr Michael Camilleri MD (Mayo Clinic): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0KlrBy39wo Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Create Your Personalized Leaky Gut Diet Plan: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-diet-plan/ ➡️Should You Get a Leaky Gut Syndrome Test?: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-syndrome-test/ ➡️Supplements for Fatty Liver Disease: Which Ones Work?: https://drruscio.com/fatty-liver-supplements/ ➡️How To Use Leaky Gut Supplements To Target Inflammation: https://drruscio.com/leakygut-supplements/ ➡️Leaky Gut Food List: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-food-list/ Featured Studies  📉The dietary modification and treatment of intestinal Candida overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30166063/ 📉Association between increased intestinal permeability and disease: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S221295881730160X 📉Comparison of the therapeutic effects of Garcin(®) and fluconazole on Candida vaginitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26512149/ 📉Artemisinin May Disrupt Hyphae Formation by Suppressing Biofilm-Related Genes of Candida albicans: https://www.mdpi.com/2079-6382/13/4/310 📉Dietary Supplementation with Medium-Chain Triglycerides Reduces Candida Gastrointestinal Colonization in Preterm Infants:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6604858/ 📉Is There an Exercise-Intensity Threshold Capable of Avoiding the Leaky Gut?: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33763441/ Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Does it seem like every food you eat causes you inflammation? Don’t worry, there’s plenty of anti-inflammatory options you can enjoy! In this episode, I’ll break down the top anti-inflammatory foods you can eat every day to help avoid chronic inflammation. Watch now!  Histamine Intolerance Handout: https://drruscio.com/histamine-ebook/ Low FODMAP Diet Guide: https://drruscio.com/getlowfodmapguide/ At-home test from OmegaQuan: https://omegaquant.com/ 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️The 10 BEST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5yXO71ZDec&t=846s ➡️Is the Low FODMAP Diet Effective for IBS Long Term? [New Research]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dCAfijW83nA&t=43s ➡️Healing Leaky Gut & Inflammation with Dr. Jockers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZVH40KsMFA ➡️Why You Have Food Intolerances & How to Improve Them: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-LNHKlk5Oc&t=13s ➡️The 10 WORST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3Y7XNUwg7k&t=4s ➡️This Leaky Gut Diet Fixes the Root Cause of Poor Gut Health: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wk9GaT2mtw&t=271s Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️A Step-By-Step Guide to the Low FODMAP Diet: https://drruscio.com/low-fodmap-diet/ ➡️What Can I Drink to Reduce Inflammation?: https://drruscio.com/what-can-i-drink-to-reduce-inflammation/ ➡️Fact or Fiction: Does Caffeine Cause Inflammation?: https://drruscio.com/does-caffeine-cause-inflammation/   ➡️The Diets & Foods That Heal Colon Inflammation: https://drruscio.com/foods-that-heal-colon-inflammation/ ➡️How To Use a Low Histamine Diet for Histamine Intolerance: https://drruscio.com/low-histamine-diet/ ➡️How to Choose The Best Mast Cell Activation Syndrome Diet: https://drruscio.com/mcas-diet/ Featured Studies  📉Dark chocolate attenuates intracellular pro-inflammatory reactivity to acute psychosocial stress in men: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27091601/ 📉Cognitive Impairment Is Associated with a Low Omega-3 Index in the Elderly: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27701160/ 📉Association between Blood Omega-3 Index and Cognition in Typically Developing Dutch Adolescents: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26729157/ 📉The Omega-3 Index and relative risk for coronary heart disease mortality: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28511049/ 📉Fish and Omega-3 Fatty Acids: https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/fats/fish-and-omega-3-fatty-acids 📉Gut-microbiota-targeted diets modulate human immune status: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34256014/ 📉The role of probiotic supplementation in inflammatory biomarkers in adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37698776/ Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Suspect you have lyme, babesia, or another vector disease? Looking for guidance on how to deal with symptoms and how to fix it? I talk to Dr. Amy Offutt all about the warning signs of vector-borne illness and the best methods for treatment.  Timestamps:  00:00 Intro 01:47 Tackling chronic vector infections 07:36 Fatigue 14:37 Sleep issues 18:14 Brain health & circulation 20:31 Joint & muscle pain 22: 49 Non-hormonal hot flashes 25:31 Coordination issues 28:05 Anemia 36:47 Vector disease susceptibility 51:14 Treatment and testing 1:08:35 Alternative therapies   Learn more about Dr. Amy Offutt: https://www.amyoffuttmd.com/ 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇    ➡️You Didn't Know This About Lyme Disease (and How to Heal): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4r_Ud5Cmp9Y ➡️NEW Science-Backed Ways to Improve Fatigue, Insomnia, Stress: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kEmj83EIfyU&t=9s ➡️Get Rid Of Candida & SIFO in 4 Simplified Steps (Works Fast): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EenuIwuJ7h0&t=1772s Gut Health Q&A: Constipation, Bloating, Eczema & Parasites https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pCZ0nK7Hz9E&t=121s ➡️Probiotics Improve Immune System, Food Allergy & Stress: https://youtu.be/UAo6z90LgsA?si=Pq4gISc-hT6FVTRp ➡️8 Ways to Beat Brain Fog & Boost Your Cognition: https://youtu.be/Tk_ICGk0RwQ?si=mbTNReCXqjBc3sH2 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇   ➡️Do You Have These Unusual Symptoms of Lyme Disease?: https://drruscio.com/unusual-symptoms-of-lyme-disease/ ➡️Do Parasite Cleanses Really Work?: https://drruscio.com/parasite-cleanse/ ➡️Parasites, Pathogenic Bacteria, MCAS and Mold: https://drruscio.com/parasites-pathogenic-bacteria-mcas-and-mold/ ➡️Parasites and Your Gut Issues: What To Know: https://drruscio.com/parasites-and-your-gut/ ➡️The Connection Between Lyme Disease and Your Gut: https://drruscio.com/lyme-disease-and-your-gut/ ➡️How Illnesses Like Lyme Can Influence MCAS, with Dr. Tania Dempsey: https://drruscio.com/mcas-tick-borne-illness/ Featured Studies  📉Bartonella quintana in a 4000-year-old human tooth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15655785/ 📉Cat Scratch Disease and Bartonellaceae: The Known, the Unknown and the Curious: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34042905/ 📉Babesia—A historical overview: https://sci-hub.se/10.1016/j.vetpar.2006.01.035 Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.   Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g    *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

There are many reliable and unreliable symptoms of thyroid issues that can be confusing to those trying to understand how to improve their health. In this episode, I identify the top warning signs and symptoms of thyroid issues that you should not ignore, and resources to help guide you towards healing. Watch now! Take the Thyroid Course! https://drruscio.com/thyroid-course/ Grab Your Thyroid 101 Handout: https://drruscio.com/thyroid-health-101/ 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️Escape the Hypothyroidism Trap with Dr. Antonio Bianco: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1jzvyEoLfI ➡️This Thyroid Medication Increases Heart Disease & Stroke Risk ⚠️: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ERML5qSA_Ak ➡️Reduce High Thyroid Levels By Doing THIS Every Morning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ktk4qYEUpk ➡️The 3 BEST and WORST Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis Treatments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WF13YPhp2-Q ➡️Fix Hormone Imbalances with New Research Findings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AohFXERnpVE Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments! 👇Read these next 👇 ➡️What Are Early Warning Signs of Thyroid Problems?: https://drruscio.com/what-are-early-warning-signs-of-thyroid-problems/ ➡️The Key to Thyroid and Parathyroid Health? Your Gut: https://drruscio.com/parathyroid/ ➡️How to Get Off Thyroid Medication Naturally: https://drruscio.com/how-to-get-off-thyroid-medication/ ➡️How Do Thyroid and Hair Loss Relate?: https://drruscio.com/thyroid-hair-loss/   Featured Studies  📉Clinical Outcomes After Discontinuation of Thyroid Hormone Replacement: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33161885/ 📉Physiological low-dose oestrogen promotes the development of experimental autoimmune thyroiditis:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29454161/ 📉Estrogen and thyroid diseases: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27148682/ 📉Posttraumatic stress disorder and incidence of thyroid dysfunction in women: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30488818/ 📉Molecular Mechanisms in Autoimmune Thyroid Disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36980259/ 📉Hypothyroidism in Context: Where We've Been and Where We're Going: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31485975/ 📉Exploration of the safe upper level of iodine intake in euthyroid Chinese adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22205314/ 📉The Relationship between Gastrointestinal Health, Micronutrient Concentrations, and Autoimmunity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36079838/ 📉Dermatologic manifestations of thyroid disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37251685/ 📉Thyroid hormones directly alter human hair follicle functions: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18728176/ 📉Impaired Brain Energy Metabolism: Involvement in Depression and Hypothyroidism: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33343282/ 📉Brain glucose metabolism in hypothyroidism: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19435829/ 📉Thyroid hormones, serotonin and mood: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11840307/ 📉Dopamine Function and Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Thyroid Axis Activity in Major Depressed Patients with Suicidal Behavior: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35625008/ 📉Hypothyroidism and Depression: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36003348/ 📉Does hypothyroidism affect gastrointestinal motility?: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20224642/ 📉Thyroid disorders and gastrointestinal dysmotility:: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/physiology/articles/10.3389/fphys.2024.1389113/full 📉A relationship between autoimmune thyroiditis and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo?: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10859648/ 📉Respiratory manifestations in endocrine diseases: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27857512/ 📉Respiratory muscle strength in hypothyroidism: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1623751/ 📉Thyroid and Its Ripple Effect https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38318568/ 📉Hypertension in Thyroid Disorders: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31379748/ 📉Hypothyroid symptoms and the likelihood of overt thyroid failure: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25305308/ 📉Thyroid Symptomatology across the Spectrum of Hypothyroidism and Impact of Levothyroxine Supplementation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31641642/ 📉Association of Hypothyroidism and Clinical Depression: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34524390/ Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.   Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g    *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Fitness and good lifestyle habits go hand in hand. I chat with fitness expert and creator of the Fit Mother Project and Fit Father Project, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi all about the key things you can do to maximize your fitness and overall health.    👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️Gut Talk: Is Exercise Good For the Gut Microbiome?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3dr8YNySak&t=19s ➡️Does Exercise Impact Gut Health? The Evidence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xy3GIsVGYHg&t=258s ➡️NEW Science-Backed Ways to Improve Fatigue, Insomnia, Stress: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kEmj83EIfyU&t=7s ➡️The BEST Type of Exercise for Depression According to Research: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMxTi10Bykw&t=27s ➡️Health Science Snapshot NEW Healthy Lifestyle Research July 2023: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGCJhMM7Tdk ➡️New Research Reveals Tips on Optimizing Health and Longevity https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6UQtpYu2pM Check out Dr. Anthony Balduzzi’s fitness programs!  The Fit Mother’s Project:  https://www.fitmotherproject.com/ http://www.youtube.com/@FitMotherProject   The Fit Father’s Project:  https://www.fitfatherproject.com/ http://www.youtube.com/@Fitfatherproject Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️2 Simple Steps for Learning How Much Exercise is Too Much: https://drruscio.com/how-much-exercise-is-too-much/ ➡️Exercise and Brain Health — Why It Matters: https://drruscio.com/exercise-and-brain-health/ ➡️Can Exercise Improve Your Gut Microbiome?: https://drruscio.com/exercise-and-the-gut-microbiome/ ➡️Exercise for Depression and Anxiety: Which Workouts Work Best?: https://drruscio.com/exercise-for-depression/ ➡️Best Exercise for Aging Muscles: How to Maintain Strength and Mobility After 50: https://drruscio.com/best-exercise-for-aging-muscles/ Timestamps 02:10 Holistic benefits of fitness 16:22 Hierarchy of importance for optimum living 16:45 Mindset 17:04 Sleep 19:33 Good nutrition habits 30:39 Stress-free daily activity 35:29 Best exercise methods 43:30 Making effective change   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

It’s never too early to get healthier AND happier! I sit down with Integrative Pediatrician and author of the new book, “Healthy Kids, Happy Kids” Dr. Elisa Song to discuss why gut health may be the key to happier kids. We also explore how parents can help gamify kids' habits in a fun way to improve their lifestyle! You don’t want to miss this one - watch now! 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️Gut Health for Kids & Teens with Dr Elisa Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EI39geg6x8Y&t=1203s ➡️Expert Tips on Choosing an Infant Formula with Dr. Elisa Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YdX9L8z1e_M&t=4s ➡️The Do's & Don'ts of Gut Health: Insights from New Research: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=clWqkQ2XlXY&t=71s When Does Screen Time Impact Kids' Health?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sg0gtn8wGZU&t=23s ➡️Do These 3 Things DAILY If You Have Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLP0TFaOlOA&list=PLCb-zbL-27YlE_mwyOJPW5vSHJbDDKyD-&index=12 ➡️The 10 BEST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5yXO71ZDec&list=PLCb-zbL-27YlE_mwyOJPW5vSHJbDDKyD-&index=3 ➡️Do These 3 Things DAILY If You Have Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLP0TFaOlOA&t=8s Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Gut Health for Kids & Teens with Dr. Elisa Song: https://drruscio.com/gut-health-for-kids/ ➡️How to Choose a Kids Probiotic for Your Little One: https://drruscio.com/kids-probiotic/ ➡️The Power of Diet: Resolving Chronic Pain & Helping Kids Thrive: https://drruscio.com/the-power-of-diet-resolving-chronic-pain-and-helping-kids-thrive/ ➡️Natural Treatments for ADHD for Kids and Adults: https://drruscio.com/natural-treatments-for-adhd/ ➡️Magnesium for Kids: Are Supplements Necessary?:https://drruscio.com/magnesium-for-kids/ Timestamps: 01:35 Why gut health is important in childhood 05:17 Helping kids choose better foods and habits 19:41 Gut health’s effect on development 32:04 Guiding kids through stress 45:05 Advice for parents and practitioners Dr. Song’s Book: https://healthykidshappykids.com/book Follow Elisa Song on Instagram: @healthykids_happykids   Featured Studies 📉Effects of maternal probiotic supplementation on breast milk microbiome and infant gut microbiome and health: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37660760/ 📉Health Effects of Infant Formula Supplemented with Probiotics or Synbiotics in Infants and Toddlers: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36501205/ 📉Dietary interventions for pediatric patients with functional abdominal pain disorders: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37071174/ 📉Comparison of multiple treatment regimens in children with Helicobacter pylori infection: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36909732/ 📉Comparative effectiveness of probiotic strains for the treatment of pediatric atopic dermatitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32524647/ 📉The effect of probiotics in the prevention of atopic dermatitis in children: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37181018/ 📉Health Effects of Infant Formula Supplemented with Probiotics or Synbiotics in Infants and Toddlers: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36501205/ 📉Adjunctive efficacy of Lactis XLTG11 for Acute diarrhea in children: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37172455/ 📉Prophylactic Saccharomyces boulardii versus nystatin for the prevention of fungal colonization and invasive fungal infection in premature infants:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23703468/ 📉Effectiveness of a probiotic combination on the neurodevelopment of the very premature infant: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37365274/ Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Eating the right foods can seem impossible when you’re healing candida overgrowth and SIFO! The good news is, there are still great food options that can also help you heal! In this episode, I’ll give you a list of 7 foods to eat every day, what foods to personalize to your needs, and what to avoid in order to fix candida overgrowth and SIFO. Watch now!   👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️8 Warning Signs of Candida & SIFO (Don't Ignore!): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctEm_H3b2j4&t=315s ➡️Get Rid Of Candida & SIFO in 4 Simplified Steps (Works Fast): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EenuIwuJ7h0&t=1772s ➡️The 10 BEST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5yXO71ZDec&t=864s ➡️8 Signs Your Gut is LEAKY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QER7XXJ5CM&t=2s ➡️Should I Avoid the Elemental Diet If I Have Candida? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZW8cVfPtHX0&t=1s ➡️This Leaky Gut Diet Fixes the Root Cause of Poor Gut Health: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wk9GaT2mtw&t=270s   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️What Is Candida? 5 Facts You May Not Know: https://drruscio.com/what-is-candida/ ➡️What Causes Candida Overgrowth—and What Can You Do About It?: https://drruscio.com/what-causes-candida/ ➡️The Unexpected Truth About Candida and Gut Health: https://drruscio.com/candida-and-gut-health/ ➡️Fungal Infections: What Is the Strongest Candida Killer?: https://drruscio.com/strongest-candida-killer/ ➡️Do You Need a Candida Overgrowth Test?: https://drruscio.com/candida-overgrowth-test/ Featured Studies 📉Candidiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32809459/ 📉Candida albicans- The Virulence Factors and Clinical Manifestations of Infection: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33499276/ 📉The dietary modification and treatment of intestinal Candida overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30166063/ 📉Archaea and fungi of the human gut microbiome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23799070/ 📉Dietary Supplementation with Medium-Chain Triglycerides Reduces Candida Gastrointestinal Colonization in Preterm Infants: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6604858/ 📉Identification of yeasts in fermented foods and beverages using MALDI-TOF MS:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36367538/ 📉The Antifungal and Antibiofilm Activities of Caffeine against Candida albicans on Polymethyl Methacrylate Denture Base Material: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36140179/ 📉Impact of caffeine on metabolic activity and biofilm formation of Candida albicans on acrylic denture resin in the presence of nicotine: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31703923/ 📉Effect of Probiotics on Oral Candidiasis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31615039/ 📉Comparing the Effect of Probiotic and Fluconazole on Treatment and Recurrence of Vulvovaginal Candidiasis: a Triple-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36198994/ 📉Comparison of the therapeutic effects of Garcin(®) and fluconazole on Candida vaginitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26512149/ 📉Artemisinin May Disrupt Hyphae Formation by Suppressing Biofilm-Related Genes of Candida albicans: In Vitro and In Silico Approaches: https://www.mdpi.com/2079-6382/13/4/310 📉Inflammation, Antibiotics, and Diet as Environmental Stressors of the Gut Microbiome in Pediatric Crohn's Disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26468751/ 📉Dependence of Colonization of the Large Intestine by Candida on the Treatment of Crohn's Disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31050260/ Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Leaky gut can’t be fixed by diet alone! Gut health is largely affected by a combination of your lifestyle habits and nutrition. If you want to heal a leaky gut, It’s important to do these three things DAILY. Watch now!  👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️The 4 MOST Effective Leaky Gut Treatments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MW1ezm3d0JQ&t=785s ➡️A Simple & Effective Leaky Gut Repair Protocol: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5en_twP8DcE&t=695s ➡️The 10 BEST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5yXO71ZDec&t=864s ➡️Healing Leaky Gut & Inflammation with Dr. Jockers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZVH40KsMFA&t=1708s ➡️This Leaky Gut Diet Fixes the Root Cause of Poor Gut Health: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wk9GaT2mtw&t=270s ➡️The Do's & Don'ts of Gut Health: Insights from New Research: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=clWqkQ2XlXY&t=70s Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️The 4 Most Effective Leaky Gut Treatments:https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-treatments/ ➡️Create Your Personalized Leaky Gut Diet Plan: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-diet-plan/ ➡️A Simple & Effective Leaky Gut Repair Protocol: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-repair-protocol/ ➡️How To Use Leaky Gut Supplements To Target Inflammation:https://drruscio.com/leakygut-supplements/ ➡️Leaky Gut Food List: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-food-list/ Featured Studies 📉Effects of kefir or milk supplementation on zonulin in overweight subjects: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32171508/ 📉Gut-microbiota-targeted diets modulate human immune status: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34256014/ 📉 Dark Chocolate Intake Positively Modulates Gut Permeability in Elite Football Athletes: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37836487/ 📉Identification of the 100 richest dietary sources of polyphenols: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21045839/ 📉Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and the Intestinal Epithelium: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33478161/ 📉Fish and Omega-3 Fatty Acids: https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/fats/fish-and-omega-3-fatty-acids 📉A polyphenol-rich dietary pattern improves intestinal permeability, evaluated as serum zonulin levels, in older subjects: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33388204/ 📉Probiotics fortify intestinal barrier function: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ 📉Randomised placebo-controlled trial of dietary glutamine supplements for postinfectious irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30108163/ 📉 Moderate Dose Bovine Colostrum Supplementation in Prevention of Upper Respiratory Tract Infections: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37111143/ 📉Bovine Colostrum in Increased Intestinal Permeability in Healthy Athletes and Patients: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38361147/ 📉Is There an Exercise-Intensity Threshold Capable of Avoiding the Leaky Gut?: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33763441/ 📉Gut microbiome changes due to sleep disruption in older and younger individuals: a case for sarcopenia?: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36183306/ 📉The effect of caffeine on subsequent sleep: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36870101/ 📉Chronic stress primes innate immune responses in mice and humans: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34496250/ Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Yes, there are important differences between prebiotics and probiotics - and knowing them will help you heal your gut and overall health. In this episode, I cover the differences between the two, and great sources of prebiotics and probiotics in food and supplements. Watch now!   👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️A Simple Probiotic Protocol to Improve IBS & Leaky Gut: https://youtu.be/drayyAojUJA?si=1WVjYB3bPfIHCyUO ➡️The Best Supplements for the Gut Microbiome: https://youtu.be/z1ipDsS7TY8?si=c6F51q0vsSz25Kae ➡️What is the BEST Way to Take Probiotics?: https://youtu.be/U7OSa1zh760?si=HkhuVUvQK4-Cl771 ➡️These Probiotics Improve Leaky Gut by 82% (USE DAILY): https://youtu.be/CEt0kdT5AOU?si=N7NxUBYn34mTFQWG ➡️What’s the Best Probiotic for IBS? | Gut Heath Q&A: https://youtu.be/7quTmOpqJA4?si=1ROMQXxhnhf-5w0J ➡️Probiotics Improve Diarrhea, H. Pylori & IBS [New Science]: https://youtu.be/FRXuB-cX-_g?si=doFpalk61k0q8GHV Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Products We Recommend: Garden of Life Dr Formulated Organic Fiber Supplement Powder: https://amzn.to/4bLlkSn Hyperbiotics Organic Prebiotic Fiber Powder: https://amzn.to/3UvTand 👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Prebiotics, Gut Health, and Weight Loss: https://drruscio.com/prebiotics-gut-health-weight-loss/ ➡️Benefits of Probiotics: https://drruscio.com/benefits-of-probiotics/ ➡️How to Use Probiotics for Stomach Problems:https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-stomach/ ➡️Probiotics for Depression, Dysbiosis, Bloating & Anxiety:https://drruscio.com/probiotic-research-updates-nov-2023/ ➡️New Gut Health Research: Fiber, Prebiotics, and Butyrate: https://drruscio.com/new-gut-health-research/ Featured Studies 📉Kimchi improves irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35721806/ 📉Effects of kefir or milk supplementation on zonulin: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32171508/ 📉Lacto-fermented sauerkraut improves symptoms in IBS patients independent of product pasteurisation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30256365/ 📉Effects of a high-prebiotic diet versus probiotic supplements versus synbiotics on adult mental health: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36815026/ 📉Mechanisms and effectiveness of prebiotics in modifying the gastrointestinal microbiota for the management of digestive disorders: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23680358/ 📉Gut-microbiota-targeted diets modulate human immune status: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34256014/ 📉Efficacy of probiotics, prebiotics and synbiotics in irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37772692/ 📉Rifaximin with partially hydrolysed guar gum is more effective than rifaximin alone in eradicating SIBO: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20937045/ 📉Probiotics and Prebiotics in Subclinical Hypothyroidism of Pregnancy with SIBO: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37032411/ 📉Prebiotic Intake in Older Adults: Effects on Brain Function and Behavior: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30888666/ 📉The Relationship between Prebiotic Supplementation and Anthropometric and Biochemical Parameters in Patients with NAFLD: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33187278/ Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Consuming fermented foods has enormous gut health benefits - and might even be better than a high fiber diet. In this episode, I’ll break down the 6 best fermented foods you must eat to improve inflammation, constipation, and more!  👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️This Leaky Gut Diet Fixes the Root Cause of Poor Gut Health: https://youtu.be/6wk9GaT2mtw?si=bVBNdLnlkAnwtPO3 ➡️The Ultimate Prebiotic Foods List for Better Gut Health: https://youtu.be/p8YJ_WNE6Hc?si=HdM20UZl_QTaegJ4 ➡️The 10 BEST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://youtu.be/f5yXO71ZDec?si=aNH6qRjwbJKbutvN ➡️The Probiotic Value of the Top Fermented Foods: https://youtu.be/OUhUl-wMM8E?si=mCR87Rsm1hKKJj65 ➡️The 10 WORST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://youtu.be/P3Y7XNUwg7k?si=uEU_2jHEPo6BC6AV ➡️How to Heal Your Gut with the Low FODMAP Diet: https://youtu.be/NyvJYvvxOw8?si=zSn1KKP4-JIxDmj9   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️The Best Digestive Superfoods for Gut Health: https://drruscio.com/digestive-superfoods/ ➡️Can You Get Enough Probiotics From Food: https://drruscio.com/can-you-get-enough-probiotics-from-food/   ➡️Gut-Healing Foods: Support Your Gut Microbiota Through Diet https://drruscio.com/gut-healing-foods/ ➡️Leaky Gut Food List: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-food-list/ ➡️The Diets & Foods That Heal Colon Inflammation: https://drruscio.com/foods-that-heal-colon-inflammation/   Featured Studies 📉Fermented Foods, Health and the Gut Microbiome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35406140/ 📉Gut-microbiota-targeted diets modulate human immune status: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34256014/ 📉Microbiological, technological and therapeutic properties of kefir: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24294220/ 📉Kefir improves lactose digestion and tolerance in adults with lactose maldigestion: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12728216/ 📉Effects of kefir or milk supplementation on zonulin in overweight subjects: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32171508/ 📉Kefir improves lactose digestion and tolerance in adults with lactose maldigestion: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12728216/ 📉The Effect of Probiotic Yogurt on Constipation in Pregnant Women: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28203450/ 📉Probiotic yogurt Affects Pro- and Anti-inflammatory Factors in Patients with IBD: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24523774/ 📉Lacto-fermented sauerkraut improves symptoms in IBS patients: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30256365/ 📉Effect of kombucha intake on the gut microbiota and obesity-related comorbidities: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34698580/ 📉Fermented Foods: Definitions and Characteristics, Impact on the Gut Microbiota and Effects on Gastrointestinal Health and Disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31387262/ 📉Kimchi improves irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35721806/ 📉Gut-microbiota-targeted diets modulate human immune status: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34256014/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Dealing with poor gut health? Stress? A host of other health issues? Herbal medicine has a remedy for that! I sit down with herbalist Olivia Amitrano to discuss how different herbs can improve several areas of health. Watch now!   👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️The MOST Effective SIBO Treatments: https://youtu.be/gP4GWWDDFOY?si=JMpvIsRS2RJBUHns ➡️One Proven & Simple Supplement for Depression: https://youtu.be/Plc91hKwvsY?si=-FUxzjWKk5hXC0HN ➡️Fix Hormone Imbalances with New Research Findings: https://youtu.be/AohFXERnpVE?si=tjEnSb9xxnQp7mgy ➡️Get Rid Of Candida & SIFO in 4 Simplified Steps (Works Fast): https://youtu.be/EenuIwuJ7h0?si=o8jXyjBmHrIHHeqQ ➡️Does Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) Impact Mental Health?: https://youtu.be/hbGKRUq5PNM?si=FlmEFT-LZXf7qOMM ➡️NEW Science-Backed Ways to Improve Fatigue, Insomnia, Stress: https://youtu.be/kEmj83EIfyU?si=beA_2BlBHZMhhEfk   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Oil of Oregano Benefits: How This Herbal Antimicrobial Can Help Your Health: https://drruscio.com/oil-of-oregano-benefits/ ➡️Black Cumin – A New Herbal Treatment for Hypothyroidism and Thyroid Autoimmunity: https://drruscio.com/black-cumin/ ➡️Antimicrobial Agents: When and How They May Help Your Health: https://drruscio.com/antimicrobial-agents/ ➡️Antimicrobials vs. Antibacterials for Brain Fog, Gut Issues, and More: https://drruscio.com/antimicrobial-vs-antibacterial/ ➡️The Best Way to Use Antimicrobials for Gut Health, Brain Health, and More: https://drruscio.com/antimicrobials/   Timestamps 00:00 Intro 02:06 What is herbal medicine? 21:41 How relationships affect our health 25:16 Adaptogens  33:55 Classes of herbs 37:00 Improving stress and mental health 42:34 Gut health remedies 52:17 Herbs to avoid   Follow Olivia!  Instagram: @ Organic_Olivia Check out her product collection! https://www.organicolivia.com/collections/all   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Castor oil is growing in popularity as a natural remedy that holds surprising health benefits! Does this miracle oil really improve constipation, skin health and more? In this episode, I’ll break down the best uses of castor oil - all backed by the latest research!     👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️Get Rid Of Candida & SIFO in 4 Simplified Steps (Works Fast): https://youtu.be/EenuIwuJ7h0?si=7GEtvJYr5EHTyxcl ➡️Gut Health Q&A: Constipation, Bloating, Eczema & Parasites: https://youtu.be/pCZ0nK7Hz9E?si=UPWSwMPMjGhsJgWZ ➡️New Research to Resolve Constipation, Food Reactivity & Reflux: https://youtu.be/mKqpq5eeEUw?si=AWuzLOEUbIT89m_M ➡️How to Improve Fatigue, SIBO, and Joint Pain in 3 Days: https://youtu.be/v4TQn19Pgj0?si=U449WXI6NrGZdFF_ ➡️Bloating, Constipation, Brain Fog & Joint Pain Resolved: https://youtu.be/DIc_gyPP8Nc?si=dkrISqIGEsRqPqBl ➡️How to Heal Arthritis with Diet and Lifestyle Changes - Susie's Story: https://youtu.be/-bRfm2Ckj-A?si=aok1uZJEbA4qIHwH   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Suggested Castor Oil Products: Castor Oil Cold-Pressed Softgels: https://bit.ly/3JEaSzJ Sky Organics Organic Castor Oil (Amazon): https://amzn.to/44CbRuh Zinc and Castor Oil Cream (Amazon): https://amzn.to/44nClzo Blink Eyedrops for Dry Eyes (Amazon): https://bit.ly/3QqzBLX Pure Organic Castor Oil Roll On For Lips, Eyebrows, Under Eyes, Eyelashes and Cuticles: https://bit.ly/3WoRRsL   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️How to Improve IBS-C Without Using Laxatives:  https://drruscio.com/what-is-ibs-c/ ➡️What Causes Candida Overgrowth—and What Can You Do About It?: https://drruscio.com/what-causes-candida/ ➡️Fungal Infections: What Is the Strongest Candida Killer?: https://drruscio.com/strongest-candida-killer/ ➡️Effective Anti-Aging Treatments for Hair Loss and Skin: https://drruscio.com/anti-aging-treatments/ ➡️Constipation — Beyond the Basics with Gastroenterologist Dr. Leonard Weinstock:https://drruscio.com/constipation-beyond-basics-gastroenterologist-dr-leonard-weinstock/   Featured Studies  📉Castor Oil: National Library of Medicine: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK551626/ 📉Preparation of Ricinoleic Acid from Castor Oil: https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jos/71/6/71_ess21226/_pdf/-char/en 📉Castor oil and diclofenac sodium in patients with osteoarthritis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19288533/ 📉Castor Oil in Bowel Preparation Regimens for Colon Capsule Endoscopy: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36428855/ 📉Efficacy in bowel movement and change of gut microbiota on adult functional constipation patients treated with probiotics-containing products: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38238054/ 📉Efficacy and Safety of Over-the-Counter Therapies for Chronic Constipation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33767108/ 📉Antimicrobial action of sodium hypochlorite and castor oil solutions for denture cleaning - in vitro evaluation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26313346/ 📉Efficacy of castor oil cream in treating infraorbital hyperpigmentation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37927123/ 📉Low-concentration homogenized castor oil eye drops for noninflamed obstructive meibomian gland dysfunction: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12414410/ 📉Effect of castor oil emulsion eyedrops on tear film composition and stability: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19963428/ 📉Topical periocular castor oil treatment for blepharitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32422285/ 📉Role and Mechanisms of Phytochemicals in Hair Growth and Health: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37259355/ 📉Effect of Castor Oil on Cervical Ripening and Labor Induction: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35837141/   DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Does intermittent fasting really increase your risk of heart disease? I analyze the latest claims made by the American Heart Association (AHA) on the dangers of intermittent fasting, and guide you towards the best fasting habits - backed by science!   👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️The 10 BEST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5yXO71ZDec&t=861s ➡️The 10 WORST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3Y7XNUwg7k&t=1s ➡️How to Find Your ACCURATE Max Heart Rate with Dr Mike T Nelson: https://youtu.be/B3QSXmsB2jc?si=qdqsSpT9ePUkChZ1 ➡️NEW Science-Backed Ways to Improve Fatigue, Insomnia, Stress https://youtu.be/kEmj83EIfyU?si=pWOdoWPdEsTsJgOw ➡️The Power of Probiotics: Regulate Glucose Levels: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zx7sUKWNs6M ➡️How Much Should You Walk for the Best Health Benefits? Hint It's NOT 10,000 Steps: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fraJhGZuotw&list=PLCb-zbL-27YkGzZjceIaB23rPD5udhG6E&index=28 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Does Intermittent Fasting Work for Women Or at All?:https://drruscio.com/does-if-work-for-women/ ➡️How Long Does Intermittent Fasting Take to Work?: https://drruscio.com/how-long-does-if-take-to-work/ ➡️What to Know About Intermittent Fasting For Women Over 50:  https://drruscio.com/fasting-for-women-over-50/ ➡️Gut Microbiome Benefits of Intermittent Fasting:https://drruscio.com/fasting-improves-bacterial-diversity/ ➡️How Long Does Intermittent Fasting Take to Work?: https://drruscio.com/how-long-does-if-take-to-work/   Featured Studies  📉AHA Main Study Abstract: https://www.abstractsonline.com/pp8/#!/20343/presentation/379 📉Intermittent Fasting Study Sparks Debate Over Increases in CV Mortality: https://www.tctmd.com/news/intermittent-fasting-study-sparks-debate-over-increases-cv-mortality 📉Association of low muscle mass and obesity with increased all-cause and cardiovascular disease mortality in US adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38111085/ 📉time-restricted eating in healthy volunteers without obesity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35194047/ 📉Does early time-restricted eating reduce body weight and preserve fat-free mass in adults? https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38335858/ Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g    *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Treating small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) can be an unnecessarily complicated process. Today, I want to pinpoint the most common mistakes in SIBO treatments, and guide you towards the best solutions for healing your gut health.  👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️What is SIBO? Signs & Natural Treatment Options: https://youtu.be/3OjefHfOx2I?si=iZ0oCIdBWjHOZvj- ➡️5 SIBO Symptoms To Watch Out For - Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: https://youtu.be/wmKxwSlf1iU?si=kr9ySpvKsS63fa2X ➡️Reduce Methane Dominant SIBO with TWO Simple Supplements: https://youtu.be/xhEJ-1Mx54w?si=4YuG_gkuRDDHtyVs ➡️The MOST Effective SIBO Treatments: https://youtu.be/gP4GWWDDFOY?si=RqK45GtnKtRKj4_e ➡️Probiotic Proof: Saccharomyces boulardii Helps Improve SIBO: https://youtu.be/jzHaYRQZ9wI?si=vO9ZnsFgSFMXhtCm ➡️IBS Treatment Mistakes People MUST STOP Making | Dr. Alex Ford: https://youtu.be/PjbcH1nWwpE?si=o3qh6WIg9QsohJMd Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments! 👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Is Testing for SIBO Helpful? Maybe Not So Much: https://drruscio.com/how-to-test-for-sibo/ ➡️The Ultimate 3-Step SIBO Treatment Guide: https://drruscio.com/sibo-treatments/ ➡️What Are the Signs of SIBO?: https://drruscio.com/what-is-sibo/ ➡️Reduce Methane Dominant SIBO with TWO Simple Supplements: https://drruscio.com/reduce-methane-dominant-sibo/ ➡️How to Interpret SIBO Test Results & Improve Food Intolerances: https://drruscio.com/read-sibo-test-results-overcome-food-intolerances/ ➡️What Is Hydrogen Sulfide SIBO and How Is It Treated?: https://drruscio.com/hydrogen-sulfide-sibo/ Featured Studies  📉SIBO in IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31913194/ 📉Validity of lactulose hydrogen breath test for diagnosing SIBO in IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24641100/ 📉Rifaximin therapy and lactulose hydrogen breath test in diarrhea-predominant IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32532214/ 📉Low-FODMAP Diet for IBS in Remission of IBD: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36364824/ DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Think you may have Candida and Small Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth (SIFO)? In today’s episode, I help you spot the warning signs and guide you towards the best treatments to improve your gut and overall health.    👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️Get Rid Of Candida & SIFO in 4 Simplified Steps (Works Fast): https://youtu.be/EenuIwuJ7h0?si=JKDr3Jiw1qirLDH6 ➡️Does the Elemental Diet Work for SIFO & Dysbiosis?: https://youtu.be/mgptjUr4BPY?si=mpm-IEikOQ2ByZ2q ➡️Should I Avoid the Elemental Diet If I Have Candida?:  https://youtu.be/ZW8cVfPtHX0?si=p4Bm94jV6thrbbwq ➡️Probiotics Improve Leaky Gut, IBS & Candida [New Science]:  https://youtu.be/RZ_R4dPvAAI?si=qBf2ltwXFgjKJiz2   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1   Have questions about Candida and SIFO, or other topics? Let us know in the comments below!   👇Read these next 👇 ➡️What Is Candida? 5 Facts You May Not Know: https://drruscio.com/what-is-candida/ ➡️What Causes Candida Overgrowth—and What Can You Do About It?: https://drruscio.com/what-causes-candida/ ➡️The Unexpected Truth About Candida and Gut Health: https://drruscio.com/candida-and-gut-health/   Featured Studies  📉Candidiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32809459/ 📉Candida Albicans: The Virulence Factors and Clinical Manifestations of Infection: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33499276/ 📉The gut, the bad and the harmless: Candida albicans as a commensal and opportunistic pathogen in the intestine: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32604030/ 📉Dysmotility and proton pump inhibitor use are independent risk factors for small intestinal bacterial and/or fungal overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23574267/ 📉Gut dysbiosis in severe mental illness and chronic fatigue: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33558650/ 📉Fungal feelings in the irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36723172/ 📉Altered gut bacterial-fungal interkingdom networks in patients with current depressive episode: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32533650/ 📉Increased risk of chronic fatigue syndrome following infection: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37951920/ 📉Reduced diversity and altered composition of the gut microbiome in individuals with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27338587/ 📉Effects of oestrogen on vulvovaginal candidosis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34699636/ 📉Onychomycosis: An Updated Review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31738146/ 📉Gastrointestinal Candida colonisation promotes sensitisation against food antigens by affecting the mucosal barrier in mice: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16423887/ 📉Interplay between Candida albicans and Lactic Acid Bacteria in the Gastrointestinal Tract: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34259567/ 📉Limited effect of refined carbohydrate dietary supplementation on colonization of the gastrointestinal tract of healthy subjects by Candida albicans: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10357735/ 📉The dietary modification and treatment of intestinal Candida overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30166063/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Leaky gut can get better or worse depending on your diet and health routine. I’ll break down how some foods can affect your gut health, and what to incorporate into your diet in order to heal.  👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️The 10 BEST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://youtu.be/f5yXO71ZDec?si=bEeXsGTkTE2GTebV ➡️8 Signs Your Gut is LEAKY: https://youtu.be/7QER7XXJ5CM?si=dkZbfDxqabC2Keai ➡️Why You Have Food Intolerances & How to Improve Them:https://youtu.be/y-LNHKlk5Oc?si=byIybjNU13vE9yjO ➡️The 10 WORST Foods for Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3Y7XNUwg7k ➡️The 4 MOST Effective Leaky Gut Treatments: https://youtu.be/MW1ezm3d0JQ?si=WUIlk0UuCDX_YB_i ➡️Is the Low FODMAP Diet Effective for IBS Long Term? [New Research]: https://youtu.be/dCAfijW83nA?si=nlWnkC081ckQCcUy Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments! 👇Read these next 👇 ➡️Create Your Personalized Leaky Gut Diet Plan: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-diet-plan/ ➡️Leaky Gut Recipes: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-recipes/   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:25 Affects of leaky gut 03:32 Foods to avoid or limit 09:58  Add these to your diet 18:32 Controversial foods   Featured Studies  📉Ethanol impairs intestinal barrier function in humans:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25226407/ 📉Risk thresholds for alcohol consumption: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29676281/ 📉Ultra-processed foods and food additives in gut health: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38388570/ 📉Effects of Pesticides on Gut Microbiome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33628766/ 📉 Higher antioxidant and lower cadmium concentrations and lower incidence of pesticide residues in crops: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24968103/ 📉A polyphenol-rich dietary pattern improves intestinal permeability:   https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33388204/ 📉Effects of kefir or milk supplementation on zonulin in overweight subjects: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32171508/ 📉Lacto-fermented sauerkraut improves symptoms in IBS patients independent of product pasteurisation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30256365/ 📉Kimchi improves irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35721806/ 📉Histamine intolerance-like symptoms in healthy volunteers after oral provocation with liquid histamine: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15603203/ 📉Randomised placebo-controlled trial of dietary glutamine supplements for IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30108163/ 📉Gut microbiota richness and composition and dietary intake of overweight pregnant women are related to serum zonulin concentration: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27466607/ 📉Efficacy of a curcumin extract (Curcugen™) on gastrointestinal symptoms and intestinal microbiotas: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33478482/ 📉The use of curcumin in ulcerative colitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32751776/ 📉Turmeric anti-inflammatory and cell-damage: https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT02815475 📉Peppermint oil for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24100754/ 📉Whole grains, dietary fibers and the human gut microbiota: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32178621/ 📉Serum zonulin and its diagnostic performance in non-coeliac gluten sensitivity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32060130/ 📉Fructan, rather than gluten, induces symptoms in patients with self-reported non-celiac gluten sensitivity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29102613/ 📉Psychological and gastrointestinal symptoms of patients with IBS  on a Low-FODMAP diet: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34371976/ 📉Lactose malabsorption in adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28690131/ 📉The US population-level burden of cow's milk allergy: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35539895/ 📉Effect of non-nutritive sweeteners on the gut microbiota: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37111090/ 📉Effect of vegetable oils on intestinal microbiota and permeability in overweight women: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33509504/ 📉Effects of repeated heating on fatty acid composition of plant-based cooking oils: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35053923/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is often diagnosed when symptoms don’t have an obvious cause. But anyone with IBS symptoms knows it’s a REAL condition. Dr. Alex Ford and I are share what irritable bowel syndrome treatments are getting wrong—and how to start feeling better.  👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️A Simple Probiotic Protocol to Improve IBS & Leaky Gut      https://youtu.be/drayyAojUJA?si=4WTLaGaQmeND_2Tn ➡️The Pros & Pitfalls of Getting Tested for IBS      https://youtu.be/8-sd0TMx3fc?si=I1GspAUaN1_ZP8tZ       Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1    👇Read these next 👇 ➡️IBS: What It Is and How to Treat It      https://drruscio.com/what-is-ibs/ ➡️Should You Take Probiotics for IBS and SIBO?      https://drruscio.com/should-you-take-probiotics-for-ibs-sibo/   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  04:40 What is IBS? 12:00 The problem with restrictive diets 14:35 Prevalence of SIBO in IBS patients 21:06 The gut-brain connection  25:25 Antidepressant effects on the gut 33:30 Do probiotics work for IBS? 40:28 IBS symptoms 47:06 Treatment options Featured Studies  Ford’s Research 📉Efficacy of Probiotics in IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37541528/   📉Antibiotics and Probiotics for IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37184752/  📉Amitriptyline at Low-Dose and Titrated for IBS as Second-Line Treatment in primary care: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37858323/   📉Disorders of gut-brain interaction: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35781806/   📉Rome IV Criteria: https://theromefoundation.org/rome-iv/rome-iv-criteria/   📉Global prevalence of IBS according to Rome III or IV criteria: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32702295/   📉IBS and the Gut Microbiome: A Review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37048642/   📉Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM affects colonic mucosal opioid receptor expression: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24853043/   📉Interactions between symptoms and psychological status in IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36178333/  📉Probiotics fortify intestinal barrier function: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/  📉Probiotics for Preventing and Treating SIBO: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/  📉The effects of probiotics on constipation in adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32005532/  📉The effect of multistrain probiotics on constipation in the elderly: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35927504/  📉Efficacy of probiotics, prebiotics and synbiotics in IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37772692/   📉Outcome-Specific Efficacy of Different Probiotic Strains in IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37686889/  📉Strain-specific and outcome-specific efficacy of probiotics for IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34712929/   📉Efficacy of probiotics, prebiotics and synbiotics in IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37772692/   📉Efficacy of a low FODMAP diet in IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34376515/   📉Dietary glutamine supplements for post infectious IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30108163/  📉Peppermint oil for IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24100754/  📉Efficacy and Safety of Peppermint Oil in [...] Patients With IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31470006/  📉The IBS Outcome Study (IBSOS): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22846389/   📉Treatments for diarrhea-predominant IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30194692/   📉Comparing probiotic and drug interventions in IBS:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35848115/   📉Probiotics, prebiotics, and low FODMAP diet for IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30935559/   📉Anti-inflammatory effect of amitriptyline in a rat model of acetic acid-induced colitis: the involvement of the TLR4/NF-kB signaling pathway: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33336463/   📉An Investigation on in vitro and in vivo Antimicrobial Properties of the Antidepressant: Amitriptyline Hydrochloride: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24031539/   📉Amitriptyline modifies the visceral hypersensitivity response to acute stress in the IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19076934/   📉Effect of a tricyclic antidepressant on small intestinal motility in health and diarrhea-predominant IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7821126/   📉Recurrence of depression after discontinuation of long-term amitriptyline treatment: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/6800270/   📉Long-term amitriptyline in chronic depression: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3894196/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/   DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Many have heard of Lyme Disease, but did you know it’s just one of many other vector-borne illnesses? I sit down with Dr. Tania Dempsey to discuss vector infections as well as the best testing and treatment options.   Watch More Videos Like This Gut Health Q&A: Constipation, Bloating, Eczema & Parasites https://youtu.be/pCZ0nK7Hz9E?si=fd461XuCvAM2UYRq The Most Effective Brain Health Diets & Supplements https://youtu.be/j0b-5ovJJwc?si=7upHV9wGEynfiAYA NEW Science-Backed Ways to Improve Fatigue, Insomnia, Stress https://youtu.be/kEmj83EIfyU?si=4zdZsOIG3GlLP7dO Is it Regular Bloat or MCAS Bloat? https://youtu.be/zd_LXtkOhac?si=v7cd8NFCTHRkvGQ9 Has Your Recovery from Mold Exposure Plateaued? https://youtu.be/AvcBBMY1iB4?si=hBqfYEpyQ8tJHf5f The MOST Effective SIBO Treatments https://youtu.be/gP4GWWDDFOY?si=9KuXZCfttqa7H_wM 4 Simple Ways to Improve Gut Issues (That AREN'T a Stool Test) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuTKXRyDKDg&t=111s Featured Resources  Horowitz Lyme -MSIDS Questionaire https://restorativehealthclinic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Horowitz_LymeDiseaseQuestionnairev.pdf T-lab FISH test https://www.tlabdx.com/ IGeneX test https://igenex.com/   Read These Next  Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) with Dr. Tania Dempsey https://drruscio.com/mcas-symptoms-with-tania-dempsey/ Do You Have These Unusual Symptoms of Lyme Disease? https://drruscio.com/unusual-symptoms-of-lyme-disease/ The Connection Between Lyme Disease and Your Gut https://drruscio.com/lyme-disease-and-your-gut/ Lyme Disease Causing Chronic SIBO https://drruscio.com/lyme-disease-causing-chronic-sibo-dr-rahbar-episode-33/ Do Parasite Cleanses Really Work? https://drruscio.com/parasite-cleanse/ How to Get Rid of Brain Fog: Your Action Plan https://drruscio.com/how-to-get-rid-of-brain-fog/ Best Diet for Brain Health https://drruscio.com/best-diet-for-brain-health/ Best Mast Cell Activation Syndrome Diet https://drruscio.com/mcas-diet/ Timestamps 00:00 Intro  02:59 What is and is not Lyme disease 04:04 Vector-borne infections 09:23 Approaches to treatment 14:21 Symptoms of vector-borne infections 20:57 Efficacy of testing  33:05 Tests we recommended 39:09 Exploring treatment options 46:35 Hyperbaric Oxygen and IV Ozone 52:40 Vitamin IVs 57:10 Methylene Blue 01:05:29: Lumbrokinase 01:08:10 Finding the right care Featured Studies  Tick-Borne Disease Diagnostics and Surveillance Methods https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37895430/ Abnormal Laboratory Values for Vector-Borne Illness https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33511252/ Empirical validation of the Horowitz MIDS Questionnaire for Lyme disease https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28919803/ Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Have you recently heard about Akkermansia and wondered what it's all about?   We know it’s a commensal bacteria that resides in the human gut, thriving in the mucus layer, but its popularity in the wellness world has many asking: Are the benefits truly substantial?   To answer this question let’s go over some common claims and what the research actually tells us.   Watch Next… These Probiotics Improve Leaky Gut by 82%: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEt0kdT5AOU&t=239s  NEW Science-Backed Ways to Improve Fatigue, Insomnia, Stress: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kEmj83EIfyU&t=8s    Read Next:  Why Probiotic Biodiversity is More Important than Strain: https://drruscio.com/what-is-the-best-probiotic-strain/  The Best Probiotic Protocol? The Triple Therapy Approach: https://drruscio.com/triple-therapy-probiotic-protocol/    Timestamps 00:00  Intro  02:06  What is Akkermansia? 04:29  “Only strain that lives and regulates the gut lining” 05:10  “Major part of the microbiome” 06:49  “Low levels are associated with poor gut health” 07:56  “Good for metabolism & gut health”  10:30  Beware of “Positive Publication Bias” 12:14  Other probiotics that improve gut health 12:54  Increasing Akkermansia naturally 17:49  Key takeaways 18:54  Recommended protocol   Featured Studies  Akkermansia muciniphila: 18 years after its first discovery https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fgstr.2022.1024393/full Akkermansia muciniphila, a human intestinal mucin-degrading bacterium https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15388697/ Role of Akkermansia in Human Diseases:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37111034/ Akkermansia muciniphila improves glucose homeostasis https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33820962/ Spatial Characteristics of Colonic Mucosa-Associated Gut Microbiota in Humans https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34223947/ Next-Generation Probiotic in Modulating Human Metabolic Homeostasis and Disease Progression https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36835309/ Gut Bifidobacteria Populations in Human Health and Aging https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27594848/ Akkermansia muciniphila in the Human GI Tract https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30041463/ Intestinal Lactobacillus in health and disease, a driver or just along for the ride? https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28866243/ Akkermansia lower in severe obesity https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31265324/ Impairment of Insulin Secretion and Glucose Homeostasis in Lean Type 2 Diabetes https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34085773/ Akkermansia muciniphila in IBD: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9853388/ Mucosa-Associated Microbiota in Patients with IBS https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33271532/ Differences in the Composition of Gut Microbiota between Patients with Parkinson's Disease https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34884399/ Gut microbiome of MS patients https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36113426/ Probiotics fortify intestinal barrier function https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ Outcome-Specific Efficacy of Different Probiotic Strains and Mixtures in IBS https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37686889/ Clinical effects and gut microbiota changes of using probiotics, prebiotics or synbiotics in IBD https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33555375/ Effects of probiotics on functional constipation https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32005532/ Probiotics for Preventing and Treating SIBO https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/ Probiotics as an effective therapeutic approach in alleviating depression symptoms https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35348020/ Diets that differ in their FODMAP content alter the colonic luminal microenvironment https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25016597/ Prebiotic Effect on Gut With Altered FODMAP Intake in Patients with Crohn's Disease https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27077959/ Efficacy of a low FODMAP diet in IBS https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34376515/ Lipoprotein and Endotoxemia Improvement in Metabolic Syndrome with Gut Microbiota Modification https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31451009/ Regulation of gut microbiome by keto diet https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36313018/ Islamic fasting leads to an increased Akkermansia https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31854308/ Strategies to promote Akkermansia https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30416539/ Adjuvant Probiotics Attenuate Glycemic Levels and Inflammatory Cytokines in Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35299968/   Get the Latest Updates  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/   DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Probiotics can be a great tool for improving H. Pylori, Diarrhea, IBS and other gut-related problems. I’ll cover new research and probiotic protocols that will help you heal these common health issues.  And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments   Watch More Videos Like This A Simple Probiotic Protocol to Improve IBS & Leaky Gut https://youtu.be/drayyAojUJA?si=dyOltvfzu7VZ6mcj What’s the Best Probiotic for IBS? https://youtu.be/7quTmOpqJA4?si=au_0RY5K4JjBclRh What Type of Probiotic Should You Take? https://youtu.be/S8QNPqBGKJM?si=xUnzpfoYhriDbyKs The Best Supplements for the Gut Microbiome https://youtu.be/z1ipDsS7TY8?si=pLPHneHKH7ij59dS   Read This Next  IBS Treatment Plan for Bloating, Constipation, and Diarrhea https://drruscio.com/ibs-treatment/ Best Probiotic For Constipation https://drruscio.com/best-probiotic-for-constipation/ Why Probiotics Are Important & A Simple Protocol To Get Started https://drruscio.com/why-probiotics-are-important/ What You Should Know About IBS Probiotics https://drruscio.com/ibs-probiotics/ Probiotic Benefits for Mother+Child & Histamine Intolerance https://drruscio.com/probiotic-benefits-for-motherchild-histamine-intolerance/ How to Get the Best Benefit From Probiotics for Skin Health https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-skin/  Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:01 IBS and its underlying conditions 04:35 Probiotics for constipation and diarrhea  08:13 Positive effects on H. Pylori treatment 09:48 Do probiotics increase weight loss? 14:29 Do probiotics affect exercise? 16:15 Skin health improvements 17:56 Benefits for colic 19:34 Probiotic protocol to start with   Featured Studies   Efficacy of Probiotics, Prebiotics and Synbiotics in IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37772692/ Efficacy and Safety of Probiotics and Synbiotics for Constipation in Children: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37625312/ Modern Probiotics for the Correction of Diarrhea and Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37801459/ Probiotics Therapy for Adults with Diarrhea-Predominant IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36251040/ The Effectiveness of Treatment with Probiotics in H. Pylori Eradication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37540067/ L-Carnitine and Synbiotic Co-Supplementation on Women with Obesity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37929031/ Microbiome-Targeted Therapies as an Adjunct to Traditional Weight Loss Interventions: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36530587/ Benefits of the Probiotics and Synbiotics Supplementation on Anthropometric Indices and Body Composition in Adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38030409/ Effects of Probiotic/Synbiotic Supplementation on Body Weight in Patients with Diabetes: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37085813/ Effects of L-Carnitine Supplementation on Weight Loss and Body Composition: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32359762/ Effects of Heat-Killed Lactiplantibacillus Plantarum TWK10 on Exercise, Fatigue, and Muscle Growth in Men: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37816697/ Is There a Role for Modified Probiotics as Beneficial Microbes: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28884589/ Gut-Skin Axis: Microbial Dysbiosis and Skin Conditions: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33670115/ Probiotic Supplementation in Infant Atopic Dermatitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37345893/ Infant Colic Represents Gut Inflammation and Dysbiosis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30177353/ Microbiome of the First Stool After Birth and Infantile Colic: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32053826/ Infant Microbiota in Colic: Problem Crying and Subsequent Child Behavior: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32279681/ Reducing FODMAPs of Breastfeeding Mothers and Improvement Infantile Colic Symptoms: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30306603/ Probiotic Supplementation and Breast Milk and Infant Gut Microbiome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37660760/   Get the Latest Updates  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

The right brain health diet can improve cognition, memory, focus, AND mood. I’ll break down the best brain boosting foods and habits—and share the brain supplements that work according to science. Tune in!   👇 Watch More Videos Like This 👇  ➡️ 8 Ways to Beat Brain Fog & Boost Cognition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tk_ICGk0RwQ&t=2s  ➡️ The Top 4 Gut & Brain Health Benefits of Probiotics EXPLAINED: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mr369OAmrMU&t=590s  ➡️The REAL Root Causes of Brain Fog (Why Gut Health Matters): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkmwR2RCWkg&t=51s  And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Read Next ➡️What is the BEST Exercise for Brain Health?  https://drruscio.com/best-exercise-for-brain-health/ ➡️Beetroot Juice: Sip it or Skip it? https://drruscio.com/beetroot-juice/ ➡️What Science Tells Us About the Best Diet for Brain Health https://drruscio.com/best-diet-for-brain-health/ ➡️Can Fasting Improve Your Brain Health? https://drruscio.com/fasting-brain-health/ ➡️Health News Reviews: Updates on Diets https://drruscio.com/health-news-reviews-oct-2017/ ➡️Can You Use Probiotics for Brain Health Benefits? https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-brain-health/ ➡️The Science Behind Intermittent Fasting and Circadian Rhythm https://drruscio.com/intermittent-fasting-and-circadian-rhythm/ ➡️The Best Time to Take Multivitamins for Better Health https://drruscio.com/best-time-to-take-multivitamins/   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:06 Exercise and hunger 04:28 Beetroot benefits 05:33 Polyphenols 07:40 Ultra-processed vs minimally processed foods 10:19 Mediterranean diet 11:43 Fish oil 14:34 Multivitamins 17:34 Intermittent fasting 20:02 Histamine 22:50 Key takeaways   Featured Studies  The Influence of Physical Activity on Neural Responses to Visual Food Cues https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37236384/ Effects of a Chewable Beetroot-Based Supplement on Cognitive Performance https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37875637/ The Effect of Beetroot Juice on Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34151694/ Nitrate Derived From Beetroot Juice Lowers Blood Pressure in Patients https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35369064/ Dietary (Poly)phenols and Cognitive Decline https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37888840/ 100 Richest Dietary Sources of Polyphenols https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21045839/ Ultra-Processed Food Consumption and Adult Mental Health Disorders https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36094005/ Mediterranean-Diet Approaches for Neurodegenerative Delay (MIND) Diet and Cognitive Function https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37105521/ Omega-3 Fatty Acids Effects on Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37589276/ Effect of N-3 Long-Chain Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids on Mild Cognitive impairment https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31804628/ Multivitamin Supplementation Improves Memory in Older Adults https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37244291/ Multi-Vitamin/Mineral Supplement for Cognitive Function and Fatigue During Extended Multi-Tasking https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20737518/ Time-Restricted Eating Versus Habitual Diet on Inflammatory Cytokines and Adipokines https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37865184/ Intermittent Fasting Enhanced the Cognitive Function in Older Adults with Mild Cognitive Impairment https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32872655/ Supplementation with DAO Enzyme in Women with Fibromyalgia https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37892588/ Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

They’re some of the healthiest foods available, so why do vegetables cause bloating for many people? I’ll break down what causes our stomach to bloat and suggest effective, researched-backed solutions. Tune-in! If you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… How to Heal Your Gut with the Low FODMAP Diet: https://drruscio.com/low-fodmap/ A Step-By-Step Guide to the Low FODMAP Diet: https://drruscio.com/low-fodmap-diet/ Standard Low FODMAP Downloadable Guide: https://drruscio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/5bStandard-Low-FODMAP-Diet-2020-5.pdf Vegetarian Low FODMAP Downloadable Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1r_O3SicImc7RFdgqvLiueTUcr_HgYoyL/view Monash App: https://www.monash.edu/monash-innovation/news/success-stories/fodmap How to Use Probiotics for Leaky Gut: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-leaky-gut/ How to Relieve Bloating: https://drruscio.com/how-to-relieve-bloating/ How to Balance Hormones: https://drruscio.com/how-to-balance-hormones/   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:22 Why veggie bloat happens 03:58 Bloating and FODMAPS 05:03 Overgrowths and dysbiosis 06:55 Inflammation and leaky gut 08:14 Histamine intolerance  10:22 Serotonin and female hormones  11:30 The efficacy of the low FODMAP diet 14:07 How to rehab the gut   Featured Studies  Management of Chronic Abdominal Distension and Bloating: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32246999/   Abdominal Bloating in the United States: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36396061/ U.S. Householder Survey of Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8359066/ Prevalence and Associated Factors of Bloating: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37315866/ Evaluation Of Carbohydrate and Fiber Consumption: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31141064/ Short Chain Carbohydrates Alters the Pattern of Gas Production and Genesis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20659225/ Influence of Low FODMAP-Gluten Free Diet: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34261437/ Impact of Saccharomyces Boulardii on Bacterial Overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36630947/ Symptoms of Patients with IBS Undergoing a Low-FODMAP Diet: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34371976/ FODMAPs Alter Symptoms and the Metabolome of Patients with IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26976734/ High FODMAP Diet Causes Barrier Loss: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34618688/ Effect of Diet on Gastrointestinal Endocrine Cells in IBS Patients: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28849091/ Efficacy of a Low FODMAP Diet in IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34376515/ Challenges of the Low FODMAP Diet For Managing IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32468985/ Gut Symptoms during FODMAP Restriction and Food Challenges during FODMAP Reintroduction: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37375587/ Effects of Probiotics Administration on Lactose Intolerance in Adulthood: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37225575/ The Effect of a Short-Term Physical Activity  on Abdominal Bloating: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33868611/ Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Recent research reveals just how effectively probiotics improve inflammation, cognition, and depression. Tune in to hear the details of the latest in health science. Watch/Read Next… Can You Use Probiotics for Brain Health: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-brain-health/  What are the Signs You Need Probiotics? https://drruscio.com/what-are-the-signs-you-need-probiotics/  The Best Probiotics Protocol? The Triple Therapy Approach: https://drruscio.com/triple-therapy-probiotic-protocol/  The Best Probiotics for Anxiety & How to Use Them: https://drruscio.com/best-probiotic-for-anxiety/  Depression is More Than Serotonin. So What is it? https://drruscio.com/serotonin-theory-of-depression/  How to Improve Depression & Anxiety Without Medication: https://drruscio.com/natural-mood-enhancers/  Leaky Gut Supplements to Target Inflammation:  ​https://drruscio.com/leakygut-supplements/  Reduce Stress Inflammation in 5 Steps: https://drruscio.com/reduce-stress-inflammation/  How to Reduce Brain Inflammation: 4 Actions You Can Take Today: https://drruscio.com/reduce-brain-inflammation/    Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:42 How to Determine Evidence Quality 02:52 The Science Behind Depression is Evolving 05:52 “Microbiota Diversity as a New Target to Improve Mood” 08:05 The Effect of Probiotics & Fiber in Cognitive Function  10:50 Probiotics for Premature Infant Neurodevelopment  13:12 Probiotics for Alcohol Use Disorder  14:40 Probiotics for Inflammation 17:48 Probiotics for MS  19:22 “Probiotic Effects on Sexual Function in Depressant Women” Featured Studies  Microbiota Diversity and Inflammation as a New Target to Improve Mood: Probiotic Use in Depressive Disorder: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37800206/  The effect and safety of probiotics on depression: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37247076/  Effect of Continuous Ingestion of Bifidobacteria and Dietary Fiber on Improvement in Cognitive Function: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37836458/  Probiotic supplements are effective in people with cognitive impairment: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36629438/  Effectiveness of a probiotic combination on the neurodevelopment of the very premature infant: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37365274/  The Beneficial Effects of Lactobacillus GG Therapy on Liver and Drinking Assessments in Patients with Moderate Alcohol-Associated Hepatitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37040544/  The role of probiotic supplementation in inflammatory biomarkers in adults: an umbrella meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37698776/  The effect of probiotic supplementation on the clinical and para-clinical findings of multiple sclerosis: a randomized clinical trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37903945/  Effects of Microecological Regulators on Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized, Controlled Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36904103/  Adjuvant administration of probiotic effects on sexual function in depressant women undergoing SSRIs treatment: a double-blinded randomized controlled trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38216917/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

We already knew probiotics improve leaky gut, but this study shows just how game-changing probiotics might be for leaky gut improvement.  Tune in and let me know what you think!  Watch/Read Next… What is Leaky Gut: https://drruscio.com/what-is-leaky-gut/  Symptoms of Leaky Gut: https://drruscio.com/symptoms-of-leaky-gut/  How to Use Leaky Gut Supplements to Target Inflammation: https://drruscio.com/leakygut-supplements/  Your Guide for How to Use Probiotics for Leaky Gut: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-leaky-gut/  Should You Get a Leaky Gut Test? https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-syndrome-test/  Create Your Personalized Leaky Gut Diet Plan: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-diet-plan/    Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:46 Symptoms of leaky gut 02:39 The game-changing leaky gut study  06:05 Serum zonulin & testing  08:30 Probiotics improve SYMPTOMS 10:34 Our Probiotic Protocol   Featured Studies  Effect of a Multistrain Probiotic on Leaky Gut in Patients with Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Pilot Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36007493/   Efficacy of Probiotics for Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35433498/   Clinical effects and gut microbiota changes of using probiotics, prebiotics or synbiotics in inflammatory bowel disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33555375/  Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials of the effects of probiotics on functional constipation in adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32005532/  Comparative effectiveness of probiotic strains for the treatment of pediatric atopic dermatitis: A systematic review and network meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32524647/  Role of Probiotics in Patients with Allergic Rhinitis: A Systematic Review of Systematic Reviews: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36405454/  Effects of Microecological Regulators on Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized, Controlled Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36904103/  Probiotics as an effective therapeutic approach in alleviating depression symptoms: an umbrella meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35348020/  Probiotic supplementation improved cognitive function in cognitively impaired and healthy older adults: a systematic review of recent trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36529793/     Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

The latest science on tackling hormone imbalances.  I’d love to know what you thought about the episode in the comments! Watch/Read Next… How to Use Thyroid Supplements: https://drruscio.com/thyroid-supplements/  Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopause: https://drruscio.com/bioidentical-hormone-replacement-therapy/  How Being in Nature Reduces Stress: https://drruscio.com/nature-reduces-stress/  Reduce Stress Inflammation in 5 Steps: https://drruscio.com/reduce-stress-inflammation/  Improve Your Sleep Efficiancy: https://drruscio.com/improve-sleep-efficiency/  EWG’s Skin Deep Cosmetic Database: https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/    Timestamps 01:13 Gluten-free dieting  09:19 How chemicals impact thyroid function 11:40 Balancing risks with benefits  15:15 Heavy metal exposure on thyroid  16:20 Vitamin D for thyroid autoimmunity  17:51 Selenium supplementation for Hashimoto’s 18:53 Cordyceps for Hashimoto’s 20:39 Black cohosh for menopause  21:37 Meditation & mindfulness for sleep & stress   Featured Studies  Effect of gluten-free diet on autoimmune thyroiditis progression in patients with no symptoms or histology of celiac disease: a meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37554764/  An Italian prospective multicenter survey on patients suspected of having non-celiac gluten sensitivity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24885375/  Exposure to pesticides and the risk of hypothyroidism: a systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37752464/  Dietary Intake of Endocrine Disrupting Substances Presents in Environment and Their Impact on Thyroid Function - PMC: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7998837/  Associations between exposure to phthalates and subclinical hypothyroidism in pregnant women during early pregnancy: A pilot case-control study in China: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36642176/  Systematic Review of the Effects of Blueberry on Cognitive Performance as We Age: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30941401/  The effect of blueberry interventions on cognitive performance and mood: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30999017/  Fish intake, n-3 fatty acid body status, and risk of cognitive decline: a systematic review and a dose-response meta-analysis of observational and experimental studies: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34605891/   Impact of lead exposure on the thyroid glands of individuals living in high- or low-lead exposure areas: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36961188/  Therapeutic effect of vitamin D in Hashimoto's thyroiditis: a prospective, randomized and controlled clinical trial in China: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37969187/  Effects of vitamin D supplementation on autoantibodies and thyroid function in patients with Hashimoto's thyroiditis: A systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38206745/  Clinical efficacy of selenium supplementation in patients with Hashimoto thyroiditis: A systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37335715/  Efficacy and safety of Ophiocordyceps sinensis in the treatment of Hashimoto's thyroiditis: a systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37854714/ Black cohosh extracts in women with menopausal symptoms: an updated pairwise meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37192826/  Omega-3 long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids as a potential treatment for reducing dysmenorrhoea pain: Systematic literature review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37545015/  Behavioral interventions for improving sleep outcomes in menopausal women: a systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36067398/  Mindfulness and emotion regulation--an fMRI study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23563850/  Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc  DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript is available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

If you have or suspect you have candida & SIFO, let’s break down what it is, why it happens, and 4 simple strategies for relief.  If you have any additional questions you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… What is the Strongest Candida Killer? https://drruscio.com/strongest-candida-killer/  Do You Need a Candida Test? https://drruscio.com/candida-overgrowth-test/ SIFO with Dr. Satish Rao: https://drruscio.com/sifo-small-intestinal-fungal-overgrowth/  Make it Yours—Daily Gut Health Routine to Fit Your Lifestyle: https://drruscio.com/daily-gut-health-routine/  How to Heal Your Gut Naturally: https://drruscio.com/how-to-heal-your-gut-naturally/    Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:04 What IS candida?  03:38 The causes of candida  07:01 Candida testing  12:08 The role of oral health  14:21 How to gauge candida levels 17:05 How to balance the WHOLE microbiome 22:15 Supplements AS effective as meds 27:55 Herbal antifungals    Featured Studies  Candidiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32809459/  Candida albicans- The Virulence Factors and Clinical Manifestations of Infection: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33499276/  Healthy Diet and Lifestyle Improve the Gut Microbiota and Help Combat Fungal Infection: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37375058/   Intestinal candidiasis and antibiotic usage in children: case study of Nsukka, South Eastern Nigeria: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29937890/  Investigating Colonization of the Healthy Adult Gastrointestinal Tract by Fungi: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29600282/  Fungal feelings in the irritable bowel syndrome: the intestinal mycobiome and abdominal pain: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36723172/  Dysmotility and proton pump inhibitor use are independent risk factors for small intestinal bacterial and/or fungal overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23574267/  Beyond Just Bacteria: Functional Biomes in the Gut Ecosystem Including Virome, Mycobiome, Archaeome and Helminths: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32231141/  What is the Healthy Gut Microbiota Composition? A Changing Ecosystem across Age, Environment, Diet, and Diseases: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30634578/  Commensal Fungi in Health and Disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28799901/  Healthy Diet and Lifestyle Improve the Gut Microbiota and Help Combat Fungal Infection - PMC: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10302699/  Archaea and fungi of the human gut microbiome: correlations with diet and bacterial residents: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23799070/  The dietary modification and treatment of intestinal Candida overgrowth - a pilot study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30166063/  Manipulation of Host Diet To Reduce Gastrointestinal Colonization by the Opportunistic Pathogen Candida albicans: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27303684/  Comparison of the therapeutic effects of Garcin(®) and fluconazole on Candida vaginitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26512149/  Biocompatibility and Effectiveness of a Novel, Organic Olive Oil-Based Denture Adhesive: A Multicenter Randomized and Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33805975/  Vitamin D-supplemented yogurt drink reduces Candida infections in a paediatric intensive care unit: a randomised, placebo-controlled clinical trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30773722/   Investigating Colonization of the Healthy Adult Gastrointestinal Tract by Fungi - PMC: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5874442/   Comparing the Effect of Probiotic and Fluconazole on Treatment and Recurrence of Vulvovaginal Candidiasis: a Triple-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36198994/   Effect of Probiotics on Oral Candidiasis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31615039/   Probiotics Prevent Candida Colonization and Invasive Fungal Sepsis in Preterm Neonates: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27793494/   Prophylactic Saccharomyces boulardii versus nystatin for the prevention of fungal colonization and invasive fungal infection in premature infants: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23703468/     Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

The latest research has new strategies for how to improve sleep. There are also important findings on improving fatigue and mood. Tune in to hear research-backed methods to improve your health. If you have any additional questions you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… How to Improve Sleep Efficiency: https://drruscio.com/improve-sleep-efficiency/ The Missing Link Between Stress and Gut Health? Gut Bacteria: https://drruscio.com/stress-and-gut-health/ Can Stress Cause Bloating? https://drruscio.com/can-stress-cause-bloating/ Exercise for Depression: https://drruscio.com/exercise-for-depression/ Natural Mood Enhancers: How to Improve Anxiety Without Medication https://drruscio.com/natural-mood-enhancers/ Do You Have These Surprising High-Funcitoning Anxiety Symptoms? https://drruscio.com/high-functioning-anxiety-symptoms/    Featured Resources Quiet Your Mind and Get to Sleep Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1572246278?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details CBT for Insomnia: https://www.cbtforinsomnia.com/ Behavioral Sleep Medicine Memebers Directory: https://www.behavioralsleep.org/index.php/united-states-sbsm-members    Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:23 Can exercise offset too little sleep?  03:26 How to improve post-infection fatigue 05:21 An effective strategy for insomnia 06:35 Does blue-light blocking actually help sleep?  09:42 The importance of caffeine timing  11:40 Supports for chronic fatigue   14:21 Ways to improve mood & stress Featured Studies    Joint association of physical activity and sleep duration with risk of all-cause and cause-specific mortality: a population-based cohort study using accelerometry: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36990109/  Positive Effects of Probiotic Therapy in Patients with Post-Infectious Fatigue: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37233680/   Comparative Effectiveness of Digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy vs Medication Therapy Among Patients With Insomnia: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37040111/   Blue-light filtering spectacle lenses for visual performance, sleep, and macular health in adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37593770/   Restricting short-wavelength light in the evening to improve sleep in recreational athletes - A pilot study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30427265/  Awakening effects of blue-enriched morning light exposure on university students' physiological and subjective responses: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30674951/  The effect of caffeine on subsequent sleep: A systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36870101/  Coenzyme Q10 + alpha lipoic acid for chronic COVID syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35994177/  Effectiveness of physical activity interventions on reducing perceived fatigue among adults with chronic conditions: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37666869/  The Effects of Dose, Practice Habits, and Objects of Focus on Digital Meditation Effectiveness and Adherence: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37725801/  Mindfulness and emotion regulation--an fMRI study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23563850/     Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

New research shows that a long-term low FODMAP diet can be used effectively for IBS. This is huge as there have been many theoretical concerns about using a low FODMAP diet long-term, such as negative impacts to the gut microbiota, nutrition levels, and quality of life.  However, we’ll cover each common criticism and answer them with science.  And if you have any additional questions about low FODMAP that you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… How to Heal Your Gut with the Low FODMAP Diet: https://drruscio.com/low-fodmap/  A Step-By-Step Guide to the Low FODMAP Diet: https://drruscio.com/low-fodmap-diet/  Low FODMAP Downloadable Guide: https://drruscio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/5bStandard-Low-FODMAP-Diet-2020-5.pdf  Monash App: https://www.monash.edu/monash-innovation/news/success-stories/fodmap  How to Build an Elimination Diet Plan for Healing: https://drruscio.com/elimination-diet-meal-plan/  How to Heal Your Gut Without Lab Tests: https://drruscio.com/heal-your-gut-without-labs/    Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:59 What are FODMAPs?  02:24 New study  04:22 “Low FODMAP hasn’t been studied long-term” 05:26 “Low FODMAP is bad for the gut” 06:36 “Low FODMAP leads to nutrient deficiencies”  09:30 “Low FODMAP is too difficult to do”  11:08 “Low FODMAP leads to food fear”  12:45 The study’s conclusion  13:48 Recommendations   Featured Studies  The Long-Term Effects of a Low-Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides, and Polyols Diet for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Management: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37807975/  Is a low FODMAP diet beneficial for patients with inflammatory bowel disease? A meta-analysis and systematic review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28587774/  An anti-inflammatory and low fermentable oligo, di, and monosaccharides and polyols diet improved patient reported outcomes in fibromyalgia: A randomized controlled trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36091254/  Psychological and Gastrointestinal Symptoms of Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome Undergoing a Low-FODMAP Diet: The Role of the Intestinal Barrier: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34371976/  The Relationship between Low Serum Vitamin D Levels and Altered Intestinal Barrier Function in Patients with IBS Diarrhoea Undergoing a Long-Term Low-FODMAP Diet: Novel Observations from a Clinical Trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33801020/  Influence of low FODMAP-gluten free diet on gut microbiota alterations and symptom severity in Iranian patients with irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34261437/  Impact of Saccharomyces boulardii CNCM I-745 on Bacterial Overgrowth and Composition of Intestinal Microbiota in Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome Patients: Results of a Randomized Pilot Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36630947/  Effect of diet and individual dietary guidance on gastrointestinal endocrine cells in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (Review): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28849091/  Long-term personalized low FODMAP diet improves symptoms and maintains luminal Bifidobacteria abundance in irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34431172/  Long-Term Effects of a Web-Based Low-FODMAP Diet Versus Probiotic Treatment for Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Including Shotgun Analyses of Microbiota: Randomized, Double-Crossover Clinical Trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34904950/  Long-term impact of the low-FODMAP diet on gastrointestinal symptoms, dietary intake, patient acceptability, and healthcare utilization in irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28707437/  Long-term irritable bowel syndrome symptom control with reintroduction of selected FODMAPs: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28740352/     Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Wondering what the thyroid levels from your thyroid lab test mean? I’ll break down what the different thyroid hormones indicate and dispel some misconceptions about which levels actually require medication.  If you have any additional questions you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments! Watch/Read Next… Optimal Thyroid Levels: https://drruscio.com/optimal-thyroid-levels  Hyperthyroidism vs Hypothyroidism: https://drruscio.com/hyperthyroidism-vs-hypothyroidism/  Early Signs of Thyroid Problems: https://drruscio.com/what-are-early-warning-signs-of-thyroid-problems/  How to Get Off Thyroid Medication Naturally: https://drruscio.com/how-to-get-off-thyroid-medication/  Thyroid & Hair Loss: https://drruscio.com/thyroid-hair-loss/  Why Your Thyroid Diagnosis Might Be a MISDiagnosis: https://drruscio.com/thyroid-diagnosis/    Timestamps 00:00 Intro to the thyroid   03:57 TSH 05:02 Free T4  05:59 Free T3  07:07 TPO (thyroid antibodies)  08:13 Hashimoto’s  10:00 TG (thyroglobulin)  12:58 Defining hypothyroidism 13:27 Defining hyperthyroidism  13:48 The grey area “Sluggish thyroid” 18:07 Treatments  20:20 Where symptoms can come from 24:25 Thyroid lab interpretation guide   Featured Studies  Physiology, Thyroid: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30137850/  Serum TSH, T(4), and thyroid antibodies in the United States population (1988 to 1994): National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES III): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11836274/  Serum thyrotrophin and circulating thyroglobulin and thyroid microsomal antibodies in a Finnish population: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/760358/  The prevalence of undiagnosed thyroid disorders in a previously iodine-deficient area: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14558922/  Hypothyroidism Prevalence in the United States: A Retrospective Study Combining National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey and Claims Data, 2009-2019: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36466005/  Correlation between sonography and antibody activity in patients with Hashimoto thyroiditis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24154902/  Laboratory Testing in Thyroid Conditions - Pitfalls and Clinical Utility: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30215224/  Hashimoto thyroiditis: an evidence-based guide to etiology, diagnosis and treatment: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35243857/  Anti-Thyroperoxidase Antibody Levels >500 IU/ml Indicate a Moderately Increased Risk for Developing Hypothyroidism in Autoimmune Thyroiditis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27607246/  Hyperthyroidism: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32206604/  Subclinical Hypothyroidism: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30725655/  Transient high thyroid stimulating hormone and hypothyroidism incidence during follow up of subclinical hypothyroidism: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34879182/  Association of Thyroid Hormone Therapy With Quality of Life and Thyroid-Related Symptoms in Patients With Subclinical Hypothyroidism: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30285179/  Treating hypothyroidism is not always easy: When to treat subclinical hypothyroidism, TSH goals in the elderly, and alternatives to levothyroxine monotherapy: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34766382/  Symptoms Originally Attributed to Thyroid Dysfunction Were Instead Caused by Suboptimal Gastrointestinal Health: A Case Series and Literature Review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35999903/  The Relationship between Gastrointestinal Health, Micronutrient Concentrations, and Autoimmunity: A Focus on the Thyroid: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36079838/  Combined treatment with Myo-inositol and selenium ensures euthyroidism in subclinical hypothyroidism patients with autoimmune thyroiditis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24224112/  Effects of vitamin D on thyroid autoimmunity markers in Hashimoto's thyroiditis: systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34871506/  Probiotics Ingestion Does Not Directly Affect Thyroid Hormonal Parameters in Hypothyroid Patients on Levothyroxine Treatment: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29184537/    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Tune in for an installment of my gut health Q&A, where I answer your questions about all things gut health. This installment is a probiotic edition, where I’ll touch on probiotic foods, dosing, side effects, and talk about whether the hype around Akkermansia is warranted. Be sure to tune in!  And if you have any questions you would like answered in a future installment, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… How Often to Take Probiotics and Other Probiotic Basics: https://drruscio.com/how-often-to-take-probiotics/  The Best Probiotic Protocol? The “Triple Therapy” Approach: https://drruscio.com/triple-therapy-probiotic-protocol/  A Review of Probiotic Research (2023): https://drruscio.com/probiotics-research-updates-2023/  SIBO, Probiotics, and Your Gut Health: A Long-Term Strategy: https://drruscio.com/sibo-probiotics/    Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:27 Is Akkermansia hype warranted?  11:24 What are the best probiotics for IBS?  18:20 How long should I take probiotics?  22:00 Can probiotic foods be enough?  26:06 What if probiotics make symptoms worse?  29:04 Probiotics with histamine intolerance? 33:21 Are lacto-bifido probiotics actually bad for SIBO?   Featured Studies  Akkermansia muciniphila secretes a glucagon-like peptide-1-inducing protein that improves glucose homeostasis and ameliorates metabolic disease in mice: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33820962/  The role of Akkermansia muciniphila in IBD: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36685588/  Strategies to promote abundance of Akkermansia muciniphila, an emerging probiotics in the gut, evidence from dietary intervention studies: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30416539/  Regulation of gut microbiome by ketogenic diet in neurodegenerative diseases: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36313018/  Triggering Akkermansia with dietary polyphenols: A new weapon to combat the metabolic syndrome? : https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4856456/  Akkermansia muciniphila abundance is lower in severe obesity, but its increased level after bariatric surgery is not associated with metabolic health improvement: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31265324/  Decreased Abundance of Akkermansia muciniphila Leads to the Impairment of Insulin Secretion and Glucose Homeostasis in Lean Type 2 Diabetes: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34085773/  Outcome-Specific Efficacy of Different Probiotic Strains and Mixtures in IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37686889/  The Efficacy and Safety of Single-Strain Probiotic Formulations Containing Bifidobacterium lactis or Bacillus coagulans in Adult Patients with IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37510953/  A combination of rifaximin and neomycin is most effective in treating IBS patients with methane on lactulose breath test: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19996983/  Probiotics for Preventing and Treating SIBO: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/  The effect of multistrain probiotics on functional constipation in the elderly: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35927504/  Probiotic supplementation improved cognitive function in cognitively impaired and healthy older adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36529793/  Lacto-fermented sauerkraut improves symptoms in IBS patients independent of product pasteurisation - a pilot study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30256365/  Fermented Foods: Definitions and Characteristics, Impact on the Gut Microbiota and Effects on Gastrointestinal Health and Disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31387262/  Effects of kefir or milk supplementation on zonulin in overweight subjects: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32171508/  Fermented dairy foods consumption and depressive symptoms: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36745637/  Role of Probiotics in Patients with Allergic Rhinitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36405454/ , Effect and safety of probiotics for treating urticaria: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37221968/  The Effectiveness of Probiotics in Treating Food and Cow's Milk Allergies among Pediatric Age Groups: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37496406/  Effect of a Preparation of Four Probiotics on Symptoms of Patients with IBS: Association with Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29508268/     Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Here are 8 simple, practical ways to beat brain fog that you can start today.  Brain fog is the frustrating experience of cloudy, slowed thinking. Many of us have experienced it at some point, but if you’re struggling with it regularly, there’s a lot that you can do. Tune in!  And if you have any additional questions you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… How to Get Rid of Brain Fog: Your Action Plan: https://drruscio.com/how-to-get-rid-of-brain-fog/  Brain Fog: A Research-Based Guide to Restoring Mental Clarity: https://drruscio.com/brain_fog/  Iron Deficiency Basics: https://drruscio.com/can-low-iron-cause-digestive-issues/  Vitamin B12 Deficiency More Common Than Thought: https://drruscio.com/vitamin-b12-deficiency-more-common-than-thought/  How to Boost Your Health with High Protein Snacks: https://drruscio.com/high-protein-snacks/  Chronic Fatigue with Dr. Jenny Tufenkian: https://drruscio.com/chronic-fatigue-and-viruses/    Timestamps 00:00 Intro  03:35 Iron  06:28 Vitamin B12  08:38 Probiotics  13:14 Hormones  15:54 Sleep  19:27 Acetyl-l-carnitine  22:40 Exercise  26:31 Protein  29:07 Forest bathing  32:15 A great brain fog diet 34:16 The role of chronic infections    Featured Studies  Understanding the Experience and Impacts of Brain Fog in Chronic Pain: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37441085/  How nature nurtures: Amygdala activity decreases as the result of a one-hour walk in nature: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36059042/  Associations between Nature Exposure and Health: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33946197/  Spending at least 120 minutes a week in nature is associated with good health and wellbeing: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31197192/  Sleep drives metabolite clearance from the adult brain: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24136970/  Poorer sleep impairs brain health at midlife: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36725955/  Resetting the late timing of 'night owls' has a positive impact on mental health and performance: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31202686/  Exercise training increases size of hippocampus and improves memory: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21282661/   Effectiveness of physical activity interventions for improving depression, anxiety and distress: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36796860/   The Role of Amino Acids in Neurotransmission and Fluorescent Tools for Their Detection: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32867295/  Long-term dietary protein intake and subjective cognitive decline in US men and women: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34293099/  The misogyny of iron deficiency: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33682094/  Iron treatment normalizes cognitive functioning in young women: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17344500/  How can I get enough iron?: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK279618/  B Vitamins in the nervous system: Current knowledge of the biochemical modes of action and synergies of thiamine, pyridoxine, and cobalamin: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31490017/  Low Vitamin B12 Levels: An Underestimated Cause Of Minimal Cognitive Impairment And Dementia: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32206454/ Vitamin B12 - Health Professional Fact Sheet: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminB12-HealthProfessional/#h3  A Paleolithic Diet with and without Combined Aerobic and Resistance Exercise Increases Functional Brain Responses and Hippocampal Volume in Subjects with Type 2 Diabetes: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29255413/  Hormonal Influences on Cognitive Function: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30914845/  Effect of standardized root extract of ashwagandha ( Withania somnifera) on well-being and sexual performance in adult males: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35873404/  Benefits of Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) for Women Health: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35337076/ Probiotics fortify intestinal barrier function: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/  Probiotic supplementation improved cognitive function in cognitively impaired and healthy older adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36529793/     Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

The latest studies help inform how to resolve constipation, acid reflux, and food reactivity.  If you’re ready to nerd out about gut health, tune in.  And if you have any other gut health topics you’d like me to cover, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… Abdominal Self-Massage for Constipation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zI4h_GXSJUk&t=2s   Get Your Gut Moving: Probiotics for Constipation: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-constipation/ Choosing the Best Natural Laxative for Your Gut Problem: https://drruscio.com/natural-laxatives/ From Bloating to Reflux: Resolving Gastrointestinal Symptoms: https://drruscio.com/gastrointestinal-symptoms/  How to Identify and Treat Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR): https://drruscio.com/laryngopharyngeal-reflux/  How to Reduce Stress-Induced Inflammation in 5 Simple Steps: https://drruscio.com/reduce-stress-inflammation/  How Being in Nature Reduces Stress and Improves Your Health: https://drruscio.com/nature-reduces-stress/  Why You Have Food Intolerances & How to Improve Them: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-LNHKlk5Oc&t=212s  Pelvic Floor Therapy: https://pelvicpainrehab.com/    Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:22 Walking for constipation  02:29 Abdominal massage for constipation 06:20 Probiotics for regularity  09:32 Ginger for GI symptoms 11:49 Pelvic floor therapy  14:42 Gluten-free diet for acid reflux 15:53 FODMAPs for reflux  19:51 Fasting for reflux 20:38 Curcumin for reflux 22:39 Stress management for food reactivity  24:58 Zemedy App for food reactivity    Featured Studies  Exercise therapy in patients with constipation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30843436/ Analysis of the efficacy of abdominal massage on functional constipation: A meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37496907/ Efficacy and safety of Bifidobacterium quadruple viable tablets combined with mosapride citrate in the treatment of constipation in China: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37464298/ The effects of ginger supplementation on common gastrointestinal symptoms in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37891539/ Biofeedback Treatment Can Improve Clinical Condition and Quality of Life in Patients with Pelvic Floor Dyssynergy with IBS: A Prospective Cohort Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37547159/ Biofeedback therapy for constipation in adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21382587/ Gluten Sensitivity Underlying Resistant "Laryngopharyngeal Reflux" Symptoms and Signs: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37666745/ The Effect of FODMAP Meals on Transient Lower Esophageal Relaxations (TLESR) in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Patients with Overlapping Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35565722/ The Impact of Intermittent Fasting on Patients With Suspected Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36730832/ The Role of Duodenal Inflammation in Functional Dyspepsia: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27811629/  Psychological distress, perceived stress and nocebo effect (multifood adverse reaction) in IBS patients: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37727431/ Meditation and Yoga for IBS: A Randomized Clinical Trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36422517/ Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Leaky gut is COMMON. Finding the best foods for leaky gut can be confusing since much of the dietary advice is mixed.  Fortunately, extensive research has been conducted in this area and can show us exactly which foods are health-promoting for leaky gut. Tune in to hear the top 10 and how to get them in your diet. And if you have any additional questions you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… A Step-by-Step Guide to the Low FODMAP Diet: https://drruscio.com/low-fodmap-diet/  Low FODMAP App: https://www.monashfodmap.com/ibs-central/i-have-ibs/get-the-app/  Low FODMAP Diet Guide Download: https://drruscio.com/getlowfodmapguide/  How to Drink Bone Broth: https://drruscio.com/how-to-drink-bone-broth/  Can You Get Enough Probiotics From Foods: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFs9JRMg7eI    Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:36 Turmeric  05:14 Clove & Peppermint  07:04 Dark Chocolate & Berries  11:19 Low FODMAPs 14:59 Bone broth 17:10 Kefir  18:14 Kimchi 19:45 Sauerkraut  20:23 Beef, Chicken, & Eggs 22:21 Omega 3s  23:39 Fiber   Featured Studies  https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S221295881730160X#:~:text=Results,and%2017%E2%80%9365%25%20respectively. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37051344/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32171508/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32232406/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30256365/#:~:text=In%20conclusion%20lacto%2Dfermented%20sauerkraut,rather%20than%20the%20viable%20LAB. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35721806/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31387262/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30202317/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30453660/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23244539/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30202317/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34371976/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36677677/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33388204/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26137304/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28722941/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30992519/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30108163/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18806122/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27466607/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33382352/ https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/fats/fish-and-omega-3-fatty-acids https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/collagen/#:~:text=Foods%20to%20boost%20collagen%20production&text=%5B6%5D%20These%20include%20fish%2C,%2C%20bell%20peppers%2C%20and%20tomatoes. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14992438/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

There’s still a lot we don’t understand about the science of leaky gut. Does it cause disease or is it a symptom? What’s the best way to test for it? Which treatments actually work to repair it?  Today’s guest is one of the best people to begin to answer these questions.  Dr. Camilleri is a renowned gastroenterology researcher and professor at the Mayo Clinic.  Tune in to hear about cutting-edge innovations and informed understandings around leaky gut testing and treatment.  If you have any additional questions you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… What is Leaky Gut: https://drruscio.com/what-is-leaky-gut/  Leaky Gut Suplements: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-supplements/  Probiotics for Stomach Issues: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-stomach  Learn more about Dr. Camilleri’s work: https://www.mayo.edu/research/faculty/camilleri-michael-m-d-d-sc/bio-00026245    Timestamps 00:00 Intro  03:25 Dr. Camilleri’s background with leaky gut 05:05 Bile-acid supplementation  07:20 The small intestine  11:07 The prevalence of leaky gut  14:25 Leaky gut & diseases 20:08 Leaky gut & inflammation 30:18 Treatment: Where to start  36:09 Biomarkers of leaky gut 48:53 Leaky gut testing  53:24 Gluten intolerance prevalence  59:52 Food elimination & reintroduction  01:04:47 Prebiotics & FODMAPs 01:15:26 Probiotics   Featured Studies  What to do about the leaky gut: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34509978/ Leaky gut: mechanisms, measurement and clinical implications in humans: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31076401/ Development and Validation of Test for "Leaky Gut" Small Intestinal and Colonic Permeability Using Sugars in Healthy Adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33865841/  A case for improved assessment of gut permeability: a meta-analysis quantifying the lactulose:mannitol ratio in coeliac and Crohn's disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35012471/  Food Emulsifiers and Metabolic Syndrome: The Role of the Gut Microbiota: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35892789/ Food Additive Emulsifiers and Their Impact on Gut Microbiome, Permeability, and Inflammation: Mechanistic Insights in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33336247/ Serum zonulin and its diagnostic performance in non-coeliac gluten sensitivity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32060130/ Psychological and Gastrointestinal Symptoms of Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome Undergoing a Low-FODMAP Diet: The Role of the Intestinal Barrier: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34371976/  Probiotics fortify intestinal barrier function: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/  Randomised placebo-controlled trial of dietary glutamine supplements for postinfectious irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30108163/    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

New research doesn’t just tell us that probiotics improve leaky gut, candida, and IBS, it tells us how.  Join me to unpack the exciting findings behind probiotics for leaky gut, candida, and IBS, and a protocol you can use at home to help find relief.  And if you have any additional questions you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… Create a Leaky Gut Diet Plan: https://drruscio.com/?p=56263  How to Spot Leaky Gut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QER7XXJ5CM&t=3s What’s the Strongest Candida Killer?: https://drruscio.com/strongest-candida-killer/  What is IBS? https://drruscio.com/what-is-ibs  How to Relieve the Symptoms of IBS Attacks: https://drruscio.com/stop-the-struggle-how-to-relieve-the-symptoms-of-ibs-attacks/    Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:58 Impressive vaginal candida effectiveness  04:51 Gastrointestinal candida findings  05:56 Remarkable leaky gut results  10:04 Positive impacts to IBS symptoms  18:04 Where probiotics made no difference  19:58 Do different probiotics have different benefits?  22:46 The most effective probiotics for IBS 23:40 Research-based probiotic protocol    Featured Studies  Comparing the Effect of Probiotic and Fluconazole on Treatment and Recurrence of Vulvovaginal Candidiasis: a Triple-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36198994/ Probiotics Prevent Candida Colonization and Invasive Fungal Sepsis in Preterm Neonates: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27793494/ Candida albicans- The Virulence Factors and Clinical Manifestations of Infection: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33499276/ Effect of a Multistrain Probiotic on Leaky Gut in Patients with Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Pilot Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36007493/ Probiotics fortify intestinal barrier function: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ An 8-Week Course of Bifidobacterium longum 35624® Is Associated with a Reduction in the Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37702965/ Efficacy and dose response of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum in diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37576702/ Efficacy and safety of Bifidobacterium quadruple viable tablets combined with mosapride citrate in the treatment of constipation in China: a systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37464298/ Evaluation of the effects of the FODMAP diet and probiotics on irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms, quality of life and depression in women with IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37430435/ The Efficacy and Safety of Single-Strain Probiotic Formulations Containing Bifidobacterium lactis or Bacillus coagulans in Adult Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome-A Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Three-Arm Interventional Trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37510953/ Outcome-Specific Efficacy of Different Probiotic Strains and Mixtures in Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37686889/    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video. Click here to apply for our YouTube Channel & Podcast Manager position. https://drruscio.bamboohr.com/careers/71?source=aWQ9MjE%3D 

You might have heard the buzz around berberine, often referred to as “nature's Ozempic”.   Berberine is a powerhouse for many things, from reducing inflammation to regulating blood sugar levels. Tune in to hear which benefits the science supports (and the surprising ones it doesn’t) and get a simple dosing guide.  And if you have any additional questions you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… Diets Debunked: The Noom Program: https://drruscio.com/noom-debunked/  Diets Debunked: Weight Watchers: https://drruscio.com/weight-watchers/  Genetic Testing for Weight Loss Isn’t Worth it. Here’s what is: https://drruscio.com/genetic-testing-for-weight-loss/  How to Heal Your Gut Naturally: https://drruscio.com/how-to-heal-your-gut-naturally/     Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:00 What is berberine?  01:37 Weight loss 02:34 Cholesterol 05:52 Blood sugar  08:47 Gut health  11:15 SIBO  12:53 Berberine dosing guide    Featured Studies  Biological properties and clinical applications of berberine: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32335802/ Berberine: Botanical Occurrence, Traditional Uses, Extraction Methods, and Relevance in Cardiovascular, Metabolic, Hepatic, and Renal Disorders: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30186157/  The Effect of Berberine on Reproduction and Metabolism in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Control Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31915452/ The effect of berberine supplementation on obesity parameters, inflammation and liver function enzymes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32690176/ The effect of berberine supplementation on lipid profile and obesity indices: An umbrella review of meta-analysis: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2213434423000361  Berberine decreases plasma triglyceride levels and upregulates hepatic TRIB1 in LDLR wild type mice and in LDLR deficient mice: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31666640/  Berberine decreases cholesterol levels in rats through multiple mechanisms, including inhibition of cholesterol absorption: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25002181/ Overall and Sex-Specific Effect of Berberine for the Treatment of Dyslipidemia in Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36941490/ Efficacy and Safety of Berberine Alone or Combined with Statins for the Treatment of Hyperlipidemia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Clinical Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31094214/ The Effect of Berberine on Metabolic Profiles in Type 2 Diabetic Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34956436/ Overall and Sex-Specific Effect of Berberine on Glycemic and Insulin-Related Traits: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37598753/ Effects of berberine and barberry on selected inflammatory biomarkers in adults: A systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37675930/ Berberine improves intestinal epithelial tight junctions by upregulating A20 expression in IBS-D mice: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31306972/ Berberine Enhances Intestinal Mucosal Barrier Function by Promoting Vitamin D Receptor Activity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37046128/ Berberine influences multiple diseases by modifying gut microbiota: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37599699/ Berberine Improves Intestinal Motility and Visceral Pain in the Mouse Models Mimicking Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS-D) Symptoms in an Opioid-Receptor Dependent Manner: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26700862/ A Randomized Clinical Trial of Berberine Hydrochloride in Patients with Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26400188/ Efficacy and safety of berberine in preventing recurrence of colorectal adenomas: A systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34509605/ Berberine and rifaximin effects on small intestinal bacterial overgrowth: Study protocol for an investigator-initiated, double-arm, open-label, randomized clinical trial (BRIEF-SIBO study): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36873985/ Berberine and health outcomes: An umbrella review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36999891/ Bioavailability study of berberine and the enhancing effects of TPGS on intestinal absorption in rats: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21637946/  Efficacy of berberine in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18442638/    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Recent research highlights that probiotics can make a significant impact on a wide range of conditions like immunity, stress, allergies, and even lactose intolerance.  Tune in to hear the latest updates and stay in step with the science.   Read & Watch Next What is Leaky Gut? https://drruscio.com/what-is-leaky-gut/  How to Use Probiotics for Bloating & Constipation Relief: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-bloating/   How Long Does it Take for Probiotics to Work? https://drruscio.com/how-long-does-it-take-for-probiotics-to-work/  7 Surprising Things That are Stressing Your Nervous System: https://drruscio.com/things-stressing-your-nervous-system/  The Latest Research Update Episodes: https://drruscio.com/research-updates/   Why You Have Food Intolerances & How to Improve Them: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-LNHKlk5Oc&t=14s    Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:56 Benefits for white blood cells 04:11 Benefits for diarrhea & sickness duration 08:13 Benefits for the stress response  13:21 Benefits for food allergies  19:22 Research update wrap-up   Featured Studies  Effect of synbiotic supplementation on immune parameters and gut microbiota in healthy adults: a double-blind randomized controlled trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37614109/ Adjunctive efficacy of Lactis XLTG11 for Acute diarrhea in children: A randomized, blinded, placebo-controlled study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37172455/ The effect of oral probiotics on CD4 count in patients with HIV infection undergoing treatment with ART who have had an immunological failure: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37382253/ Effects of Heat-Killed Lacticaseibacillus paracasei MCC1849 on the Maintenance of Physical Condition in Healthy Adults: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Parallel-Group Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37571384/ Potential probiotics for regulation of the gut-lung axis to prevent or alleviate influenza in vulnerable populations: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36970463/ Bifidobacterium longum subsp. longum Reduces Perceived Psychological Stress in Healthy Adults: An Exploratory Clinical Trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37513541/ Intake of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum HEAL9 Improves Cognition in Moderately Stressed Subjects: A Randomized Controlled Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37571403/ Exaggerated amygdala response to threat and association with immune hyperactivity in depression: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35636614/ Probiotics fortify intestinal barrier function: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ The role of probiotic supplementation in inflammatory biomarkers in adults: an umbrella meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37698776/ Probiotic Bifidobacterium longum NCC3001 Reduces Depression Scores and Alters Brain Activity: A Pilot Study in Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28483500/ Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus HA-114 improves eating behaviors and mood-related factors in adults with overweight during weight loss: a randomized controlled trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35714163/ The Effectiveness of Probiotics in Treating Food and Cow's Milk Allergies among Pediatric Age Group: A Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37496406/ Effects of probiotics administration on lactose intolerance in adulthood: A meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37225575/   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc  DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

There’s a common misconception that you shouldn’t take probiotics for SIBO.   Where this comes from is the thought that adding bacteria to a bacterial overgrowth must be a bad idea.   But this overlooks how probiotics actually work AND the plethora of data we have on probiotics for SIBO.  So let’s dive in to see what all the data actually means.    Read/Watch Next The Ultimate 3-Step SIBO Treatment Guide: https://drruscio.com/sibo-treatments/  Your Guide to Choosing the Right SIBO Diet: https://drruscio.com/sibo-diet/  SIBO, Probiotics & Your Gut: A Long-Term Strategy: https://drruscio.com/sibo-probiotics/    Featured Studies  Prophylactic Saccharomyces boulardii versus nystatin for the prevention of fungal colonization and invasive fungal infection in premature infants: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23703468/  Saccharomyces boulardii and infection due to Giardia lamblia: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16798698/  Probiotic Saccharomyces boulardii in the Treatment of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth in Decompensated Cirrhosis: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9194055/ Impact of Saccharomyces boulardii CNCM I-745 on Bacterial Overgrowth and Composition of Intestinal Microbiota in Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome Patients: Results of a Randomized Pilot Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36630947/ Effect of a Preparation of Four Probiotics on Symptoms of Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Association with Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29508268/ Short-term probiotic therapy alleviates small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, but does not improve intestinal permeability in chronic liver disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25244414/ [Comparative clinical efficacy of a probiotic vs. an antibiotic in the treatment of patients with intestinal bacterial overgrowth and chronic abdominal functional distension: a pilot study]: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21381407/ Bacillus clausii as a treatment of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19352343/ Probiotics for Preventing and Treating Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review of Current Evidence: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/    Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:46 How probiotics actually work in the body 02:33 Probiotic type 1: S. boulardii  04:08 Probiotic type 2: Lacto-Bifido  07:13 Probiotic Type 3: Soil-based  09:12 The protocol    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc  DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Slow thinking, trouble finding words, & poor memory are all signs of brain fog. But what IS brain fog, really?  Tune in to hear what brain fog is and what's actually causing it, so you can treat and prevent it effectively.   Watch/Read Next How to Get Rid of Brain Fog: Your Action Plan: https://drruscio.com/how-to-get-rid-of-brain-fog/  How to Target Neuroinflammation and Beat Brain Fog: https://drruscio.com/neuroinflammation/ The Hidden Reason You Have Brain Fog:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ze-tgmDUwNs    Timestamps 00:00 Intro  02:00 Lifestyle causes 08:10 Nutritional causes  12:38 Hormonal causes  15:56 Gut causes    Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36600580/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29320671/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34890786/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30468135/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34858761/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34682909/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29628432/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24136970/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36725955/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33683660/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37441085/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16087905/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33946197/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21282661/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36469335/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25661087/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30796739/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27890688/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33341313/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27211234/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28901333/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34684391/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34293099/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30914845/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35873404/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35755198/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35337076/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37727887/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34109319/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29915215/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32857796/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29255413/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34171323/  Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Leaky gut symptoms go far beyond digestion. Let’s look at the 8 tell-tale signs of leaky gut that you’re likely overlooking.  Watch/Read Next… What is Leaky Gut? https://drruscio.com/what-is-leaky-gut/  The Elemental Diet: An Effective Therapy for Gut Relief https://drruscio.com/elemental-diet/  The 4 Most Effective Leaky Gut Treatments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MW1ezm3d0JQ&t=1092s    Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:49 What leaky gut is & how it’s measured  03:08 The digestive symptoms  06:04 Body-wide (systemic) symptoms     Featured Studies  Association between increased intestinal permeability and disease: A systematic review: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S221295881730160X#:~:text=Results,and%2017%E2%80%9365%25%20respectively. Plasma and fecal zonulin are not altered by a high green leafy vegetable dietary intervention: secondary analysis of a randomized control crossover trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35413837/ Specific Immunoglobulin E and G to Common Food Antigens and Increased Serum Zonulin in IBS Patients: A Single-Center Bulgarian Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35466276/ Diet and intestinal bacterial overgrowth: Is there evidence?: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35801041/ Relationship between Gut Microbiota, Gut Hyperpermeability and Obesity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32693755/ Leaky Gut and the Ingredients That Help Treat It: A Review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36677677/#:~:text=Thus%2C%20leaky%20gut%20syndrome%20and,diabetes%20mellitus%2C%20and%20celiac%20disease. Cytokine-induced alterations of gastrointestinal motility in gastrointestinal disorders: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22013552/ Serum zonulin is elevated in IBS and correlates with stool frequency in IBS-D: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31210949/ The Role of Leaky Gut in Functional Dyspepsia: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35422683/ Duodenal Mucosal Barrier in Functional Dyspepsia: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34607017/ Gut dysbiosis in severe mental illness and chronic fatigue: a novel trans-diagnostic construct? A systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33558650/ Reduced diversity and altered composition of the gut microbiome in individuals with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27338587/ C-type lectin-like receptor 2 and zonulin are associated with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31715011/ Targeting zonulin and intestinal epithelial barrier function to prevent onset of arthritis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32332732/ Prevalence of sleep disorder in irritable bowel syndrome: A systematic review with meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29652034/ Dysbiosis in food allergy and implications for microbial therapeutics: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33463542/ Gut-Skin Axis: Current Knowledge of the Interrelationship between Microbial Dysbiosis and Skin Conditions: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33670115/    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc  DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

If you use the right therapies at the right time, there’s an 85% resolution rate for SIBO.  I’ll share which SIBO treatments are effective and, most importantly, how and when to do them to get the best results.    Watch/Read Next… What is SIBO? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3OjefHfOx2I  Low FODMAP guides: https://drruscio.com/getlowfodmapguide/  Monash low  FODMAP app: https://www.monashfodmap.com/ibs-central/i-have-ibs/get-the-app/  Biota Clear 1A: https://store.drruscio.com/products/biota-clear-1a  Elemental Heal: https://bit.ly/48Y2vuk  My articles: https://drruscio.com/blog/ My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Featured Studies  The Structure and Function of the Human Small Intestinal Microbiota: Current Understanding and Future Directions: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31344510/ Epidemiology of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37389240/ Prevalence and predictors of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth in irritable bowel syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29761234/ Brain fogginess, gas and bloating: a link between SIBO, probiotics and metabolic acidosis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29915215/ Low-FODMAP Diet for the Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome in Remission of IBD: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36364824/ Efficacy of a low FODMAP diet in irritable bowel syndrome: systematic review and network meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34376515/ Impact of Saccharomyces boulardii CNCM I-745 on Bacterial Overgrowth and Composition of Intestinal Microbiota in Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome Patients: Results of a Randomized Pilot Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36630947/ Effect of a Preparation of Four Probiotics on Symptoms of Patients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Association with Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29508268/ Probiotics for Preventing and Treating Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review of Current Evidence: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/ Meta-analysis: antibiotic therapy for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24004101/  Herbal therapy is equivalent to rifaximin for the treatment of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24891990/ A 14-day elemental diet is highly effective in normalizing the lactulose breath test: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14992438/  Risk of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth in patients receiving proton pump inhibitors versus proton pump inhibitors plus prokinetics: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30483563/  Efficacies of prokinetics and rifaximin on the positivity of a glucose breath test in patients with functional dyspepsia: a randomized trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35748472/    Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:13 What is SIBO? 03:01 Labs and symptoms don’t always match 03:41 The diet to start with 07:55 Probiotics  11:56 Antibiotics  12:28 Herbal therapies  14:06 The elemental diet 17:26 Prokenetics    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc  DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an autoimmune condition that affects the thyroid. It isn’t the same as hypothyroidism, but it is connected to it. Learn what Hashimoto’s disease is and what you can do to help prevent it from potentially progressing into hypothyroidism.  Featured Studies  Our paper: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35999903/ Our paper: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36079838/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35743024/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3066320/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34766382/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28052092/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11836274/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/760358/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14558922/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10779140/#:~:text=Ultrasonography%20(US)%20may%20demonstrate%20a,from%2019%25%20to%2095%25. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18324487/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32743538/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20361146/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11836274/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35243857/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36743914/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25305308/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28900385/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28579842/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18562170/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32744579/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538260/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27607246/  Related Resources  My articles: https://drruscio.com/blog/ My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:38 Hashimoto’s defined  02:40 How to diagnose Hashimoto’s 04:11 What to do to improve Hashimoto’s  05:44 Hashimoto’s symptoms  07:35 Interpreting lab ranges   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc  DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

There are some really valuable research updates to gut health therapies. Today I'll break down and simplify the latest studies but, even more importantly, what they mean for your gut health.  Be sure to tune in to hear about updates for fiber, prebiotics, and gut-healthy diets.   Featured Studies   https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30949662/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36059088/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36370419/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36786182/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37350810/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36136861/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35816465/ https://eprints.whiterose.ac.uk/133354/3/FINAL%20ACG%20IBS%20MONOGRAPH%20March%202018.%20V3.%20%20Submitted%20version%20with%20%20highlights.pdf https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17353499/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37517631/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37318580/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37375587/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29202473/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31470260/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29202473/    Watch/Read Next…  November’s Research Updates: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__pwZ4617Jg&t=126s  Low FODMAP Diet Plans: https://drruscio.com/getlowfodmapguide/  My articles: https://drruscio.com/blog/ My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  Related Resources  NOW Psyllium Powder: https://www.amazon.com/NOW-Supplements-Psyllium-Powder-24-Ounce/dp/B002RWUNYM?th=1  Organic India Psyllium Husk Fiber: https://www.iherb.com/pr/organic-india-psyllium-whole-husk-fiber-12-oz-340-g/8760?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA9dGqBhAqEiwAmRpTC7vpvHTYg_PfncAXKi8NrdGhy06-mZUv5acbOO-cKiJL3wBpPWM_4BoCDjgQAvD_BwE  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:14 Prebiotics DON’T improve IBS 06:21 Leaky gut connects to other conditions 07:47 Best fiber for IBS 10:32 Mediterranean diet NOT best for IBS 12:47 Mediterranean diet GOOD for leaky gut   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Food allergies are an immune issue, food intolerance is a digestive issue—one that you can likely fix.  Today I'll cover why food reactivity happens in the first place, what the symptoms are, and the simple changes you can make to help improve your food intolerances and expand your diet.  Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37371277/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30566481/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36733768/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29105784/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35565858/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33463542/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32983091/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34942583/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34496250/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28274108/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22835332/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32060130/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37375587/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34261437/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35766861/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36362745/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37249280/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37225575/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37496406/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37809182/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24891990/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31139758/ https://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?paperID=50770&_gl=1*cp98yt*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTYzNTA3ODQuQ2owS0NRandtSUNvQmhEeEFSSXNBQlhrWGxJWFF5Z09KTWZ4QjhTeDVqNXNrTXhQclpNcXZUYTZQZ3dQbW5teWVSNXVJVTVWZHBjblVPNGFBaFlIRUFMd193Y0I.*_gcl_au*MTY0MTE4MTUxLjE2OTQ1NDMyNTU. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35776034/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22470478/  Related Resources  Low FODMAP Diet Guide: https://drruscio.com/getlowfodmapguide/  My articles: https://drruscio.com/blog/ My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:31 Food allergies vs intolerances 01:38 Indicators of food reactivity  03:21 Causes of food intolerance 07:57 Food intolerance treatments  18:49 Food allergy testing   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc  DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

The exact foods that trigger leaky gut are going to vary from person to person, but there are 10 common culprits you’ll want to keep an eye out for.  Some of these are pretty intuitive, some counter-intuitive, and some are controversial. So join me to see what the research suggests you keep an eye out for when it comes to offending foods for leaky gut.    Featured Studies  https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S221295881730160X#:~:text=Results,and%2017%E2%80%9365%25%20respectively. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36677677/ https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/processed-foods/#:~:text=Unprocessed%20foods%20include%20the%20natural,nutritional%20content%20of%20the%20food. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37206892/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34299233/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30782617/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22210577/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35892789/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33336247/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29904158/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34261638/#:~:text=After%20adjustment%20for%20potential%20confounding,P%3D0.006%20for%20trend). https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33182700/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33278377/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32244669/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28770579/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22326433/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33628766/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24968103/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10845660/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28988571/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23295280/ https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/about-dietary-guidelines/related-projects/usda-hhs-response-national-academies-sciences-engineering#:~:text=However%2C%20after%20careful%20consideration%20of%20the%20totality%20of%20evidence%20the,of%20evidence%20at%20this%20time. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34073654/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24885375/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32060130/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28690131/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34371976/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37111090/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19762663/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25739376/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33509504/    Watch More Videos Like This The 4 MOST Effective Leaky Gut Treatments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MW1ezm3d0JQ&t=1078s How to Use the Low FODMAP Diet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyvJYvvxOw8  A Simple & Effective Leaky Gut Protocol: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5en_twP8DcE&t=2s  Related Resources  My articles: https://drruscio.com/blog/ My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:01 What is leaky gut? 03:05 HIGHLY processed foods 05:34 Fats, emulsifiers, & sugars 06:57 Cooking METHODS to look out for 09:00 Pesticides  09:53 Alcohol  12:17 Gluten (for SOME) 14:44 Dairy (for some) 15:51 Prebiotics & FODMAPs 19:12 You can gain tolerance back 20:15 Controversial foods   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc  DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.  

SIBO stands for "small intestinal bacterial overgrowth," but what does it actually mean for your health?  We'll cover what SIBO looks like, what it does to your health, and the simple, natural things you can do to improve it.   Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31550680/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28134633/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9200287/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36294338/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37389240/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37389240/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29761234/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23957651/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36612414/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29915215/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37389240/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29374417/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK546634/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28716079/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9200287/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24417613/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33029272/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31584459/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36515897/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36322404/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36630947/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34376515/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14992438/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24891990/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35748472/    Watch More Videos Like This 5 SIBO Symptoms to Watch Out For: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmKxwSlf1iU&t=627s  A Simple SIBO Probiotic Protocol: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzHaYRQZ9wI&t=38s  Related Resources  https://drruscio.com/everything-sibo-could-be-wrong/  My articles: https://drruscio.com/blog/ My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:35 What is SIBO?  02:08 SIBO symptoms 02:47 New research: SIBO & the brain  03:53 SIBO & cortisol  05:00 SIBO’s surprising symptoms 06:54 What causes SIBO?  09:39 How to test for SIBO 12:42 SIBO treatments   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc  DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

If your gut health isn't where you want it to be, today's Q&A will likely be of use to you.  I'll be covering some great question submissions like:  -I’ve tried water, prunes, and fiber, and nothing works for my constipation. What should I do?  -My bloating and constipation are slowly getting better with your protocol, but are not resolved. What else can I do?  -I have eczema, rosacea, and loose stool. I was wondering if my skin symptoms could be caused by a gut imbalance?  To hear answers to these questions and more, please join me.    Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35565722/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6506578/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33670115/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18456568/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35978397/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31494971/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4778187/  Related Resources For Low FODMAP Diet Gudies: www.drruscio.com/getlowfodmapguide/  How to Know if You Need HCl: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WnlaV5RpnhQ  My articles: https://drruscio.com/blog/ My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:44 “Prunes, fiber…Nothing works for my constipation” 06:38 “I’m 1 month into the protocol, but my symptoms are not resolved” 08:50 “My reflux gets worse with every diet” 11:55 “Can my skin symptoms be a gut issue?” 14:27 “Should I take a motility supplement for SIBO?” Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Learn what works for Hashimoto's thyroiditis and what doesn't.  Today I'll walk you through 3 research-backed treatments for Hashimoto's, and the 3 treatments you can avoid.  Tune in.    Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35999903/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36079838/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35743024/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11836274/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/760358/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14558922/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10779140/#:~:text=Ultrasonography%20(US)%20may%20demonstrate%20a,from%2019%25%20to%2095%25. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18324487/ https://academic.oup.com/jcem/article/84/2/561/2864306 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28052092/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32805423/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20361146/#:~:text=Background%3A%20Anti%2Dthyroid%20peroxidase%20antibodies,positive%20titers%20of%20these%20antibodies. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30078965/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37489370/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35243857/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27607246/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30215224/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28536577/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24154902/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34766382/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32588591/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36598468/#:~:text=The%20Paleo%20diet%20has%20been,shown%20positive%20results%20on%20AITD.  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31275780/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24885375/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35565695/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37554764/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28255299/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24224112/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33679732/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34871506/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34981556/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30285179/  What to Watch Next  Rethinking Hypothyroidism with Dr Antonio Bianco: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1jzvyEoLfI  What is Thyroglobulin & What Does it Mean for Your Health? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JO93_vATSmM Related Resources   Our Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36079838/  My articles: https://drruscio.com/blog/ My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  02:04 What Hashimoto’s Is and Isn’t 03:08 A Dietary Process for Hashimoto’s 05:33 Nutrients for Hashimoto’s  09:45 An Overlooked Supplement for Autoimmunity  12:25 The WORST Dietary Advice  13:10 The Truth About Gluten 18:52 Treating the Numbers 20:57 Thyroid Antibodies Don’t Equate to Symptoms  23:10 Hashimoto’s Becoming Hypothyroidism    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

A Herxheimer reaction (aka die-off) is essentially when a new protocol makes you feel worse before you start to feel better.  This often gets confused with intolerance, which makes sense when gauging how a new protocol makes you feel. But to make sure you aren’t jumping ship on a protocol that may actually be working for you, it’s important to learn how to recognize the difference between die-off and intolerance.  Join me to learn how to best navigate Herxheimer symptoms and what you can do to manage them.    Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32491752/#:~:text=It%20usually%20manifests%20as%20fever,and%20exacerbation%20of%20skin%20lesions.  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23632012/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28078798/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21381407/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29508268/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29460487/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24891990/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32020750/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29493919/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31935866/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33380301/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31680558/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35094209/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29763052/#:~:text=Vitamin%20C%20is%20a%20water,intake%20of%20fruits%20and%20vegetables.  Related Resources Probiotic Side Effects & How to Fix Them: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbHCR6esOuY  My articles: https://drruscio.com/blog/ My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  02:37 Symptoms of die off 03:34 The prevalence of die off 05:32 How to distinguish die off from intolerance  08:16 The protocol  11:25 Other die off supports 14:46 Antimicrobial die off   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

A simple breakdown of new research on probiotics. There are really exciting findings for: -Depression -Dysbiosis -Anxiety -Stress -And bloating I’ve compiled what I feel to be the most valuable and actionable updates into today’s research update episode. Please join me.   Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35129111/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37150125/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37049546/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36717369/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37116031/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36757002/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37256113/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37105767/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36974511/  Related Resources My articles: https://drruscio.com/blog/ My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  02:01 Our probiotic protocol  02:58 Do probiotics improve depression?  07: 11 A combination of probiotics & lifestyle changes 08:30 Parkinson’s disease  09:58 How the gut and brain connect 11:31 A new brain health finding  13:45 Probiotic protocol recap  14:29 No studies for bloating?  19:06 Can probiotics can improve diarrhea?  19:27 What if you stop probiotics too soon? 22:33 Soil-based probiotics for constipation in kids 23:45 Is there a best probiotic for h. pylori?   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Frequent bloating can feel like a frustrating cycle of discomfort and pressure. Fortunately, there are highly effective natural remedies, pulled straight from the research, that can help relieve persistent bloat.  Tune in.   Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32246999/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36396061/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8359066/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37315866/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22298969/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32246999/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20179695/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32005532/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30294792/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32014597/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29460487/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37031468/ https://www.wageningenacademic.com/doi/epdf/10.3920/BM2021.0123 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34376515/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34640335/  https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/water/#:~:text=The%20National%20Academy%20of%20Medicine,1%20cup%20equaling%208%20ounces.  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32549835/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33868611/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21382587/  Related Resources How to Heal Your Gut with the Low FODMAP Diet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyvJYvvxOw8 Standard low FODMAP food list: https://drruscio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/5bStandard-Low-FODMAP-Diet-2020-5.pdf  https://pelvicrehab.com/  https://pelvicpainrehab.com/   My articles: https://drruscio.com/blog/ My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  02:28 The 4 areas to address 07:50 What you can do  09:11 Leaky gut  11:28 Evidence-based protocol  14:19 Dietary changes to make 16:42 Probiotics for motility  18:01 Why hydration matters 19:05 A simple act that’s more effective than meds 20:27 Addressing pelvic floor dysfunction    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc   DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory and autoimmune process that affects 1% of the population. It is a kind of inflammatory bowel disease that damages the lining of your intestinal tract.  If you have it, it can cause painful symptoms.  Tune in to hear more about what colitis is, how to know if you have it, and, most importantly, how you can treat it.   Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30837080/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32399194/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35054093/#:~:text=Ulcerative%20colitis%20(UC)%20is%20a,in%20the%20pathogenesis%20of%20UC. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32354192/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31272578/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37223580/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35054093/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32399194/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33121686/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26982573/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32463159/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31262022/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31711373/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32572465/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24780288/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32354192/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32399194/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19361507/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33868457/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22080823/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29083748/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16733859/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31892798/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37351247/  Related Resources My articles: https://drruscio.com/blog/ My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:01 What is colitis?  04:37 What are the symptoms?  07:02 The prevalance of colitis  08:38 Risk factors for colitis  14:07 Testing for colitis  15:33 Conventional treatment options 16:23 Natural treatments 19:36 Colitis diets   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

The latest round of research updates detail the most promising at-home therapeutics for GI conditions and autoimmunity.  From gas and bloat to joint pain, recent research details the treatments that are both simple and efficacious.  Join me to learn which treatments the science supports.   Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36515897/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37125253/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32532214/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33029843/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36645681/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37115986/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37124046/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37122605/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34390471/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34516459/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36106847/ https://www.scielo.br/j/ag/a/8vBj7hFHkHX5hw3SD8f9XJQ/?lang=en  Related Resources Split Testing Episoe:  My articles: https://drruscio.com/blog/ My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  02:11 SIBO positivity doesn’t correlate with symptom severity  11:40 Natural therapies for IBS & SIBO 15:52 Probiotic protocol update  17:47 SIBO & IBS treatments: Recap 18:32 Autoimmunity & fungal overgrowth updates 20:03 Is fungal overgrowth associated with more severe IBD? 20:43 Does antifungal treatment improve IBS symptoms?  21:30 Do we need testing to use antimicrobials?  23:07 Is leaky gut common in IBD patients?  25:38 Can an elemental diet reduce dysbiosis?  27:06 Recap   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc   DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Dr. Bianco recently published the book, Rethinking Hypothyroidism: Why Treatment Must Change and What Patients Can Do.  Today I'll be speaking to Dr. Bianco, whom I deeply respect,  about his approach to thyroid health—and mine.  While we already had a lot of overlap in our approaches,  I walked away with new, incredible insights on hypothyroidism.  I think you'll feel the same way.  Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25305308/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36079838/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29615976/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10378389/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27700539/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35445422/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34185829/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26940864/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35570696/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34457140/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34340589/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31396154/ Related Resources Rethinking Hypothyroidism: https://press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/book/chicago/R/bo183892827.html  Thyroid Self-Management Course: https://drruscio.com/thyroid-course/  My articles: https://drruscio.com/blog/ My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  03:33 Diagnosis is pretty straightforward  08:00 2 ways to diagnose hypothyroidism  12:20 Hypothyroidism prevalence  24:13 1 in 3 might be on meds they don’t need 29:15 TSH is 6. Should we treat or not?  33:25 TPO values & risk 35:16 Normal labs, but there’s symptoms 38:32 The misuse of T3 levels  45:15 Should patients start with combination therapy?  52:41 What to do step-by-step  55:10 What about liquid T4?  58:12 Side effects & risks of adding T3 Dr. Bianco received his MD from Santa Casa Medical School and a PhD in human physiology at the University of Sao Paulo, in Brazil. He’s the former president of the American Thyroid Association (2015-2016) and author of the book "Rethinking Hypothyroidism" .  Currently, he’s a Professor of Medicine at University of Chicago in the research unit called the Committee on Molecular Metabolism and Nutrition which focuses on thyroid hormone metabolism, more specifically, how certain enzymes called deiodinases control thyroid hormone action & metabolism. This research forms the basis for his understanding of the variable response to thyroid hormone replacement among individuals.  He has been published in over 200 peer reviewed papers.  Learn more about his work at www.deiodinase.org    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Probiotics can help improve IBS and leaky gut, especially when used correctly.  Today, I'll walk you through:  -How probiotics work to help improve IBS -How probiotic improve gut barrier function (leaky gut) -A simple yet effective at-home probiotic protocol  -And tips for troubleshooting if you feel some probiotics don't sit well with you.  Please join me.    Featured Studies    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30935559/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32014597/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32190365/ https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/baby-food-market-103849 https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/probiotics-market https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31930437/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37048642/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34927759/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11910364/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34183016/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23256117 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21256129/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25266811/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32246665/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31913194/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31244784/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36178333/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29508268/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32232406/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27881403/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31277101/    Featured Interviews    https://www.cbsnews.com/news/probiotics-good-bacteria-60-minutes-2020-06-28/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpeSeTVr-DI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=it1EzHobTMc    Related Resources   Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:33 What IBS looks like 03:26 Even 60 Minutes got this wrong  09:04 The causes of IBS 13: 56 The probiotic-small intestine myth 20:20 The positive impact on mental health 24:11 Dietary triggers   25:47 Leaky gut & immune function 27:27 The protocol    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

This Q&A is answers to your questions about probiotics, like: -Do you need to rotate probiotics?  -What's the best way to take probiotics?  -What if probiotics make me feel worse?  -Do I have to worry about probiotics if I have SIBO? -And more.  If you have any questions about probiotics, please join me for what I hope are helpful insights. Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35355730/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35433498/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35820261/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28884589/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31126033/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28487606/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37032411/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35578355/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36098362/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36362057/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9553352/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9260993/pdf/12877_2022_Article_3257.pdf https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37161358/    Related Resources Should You Avoid Lactobacillus If You Have SIBO? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=260pW-S0-Lk&t=3s  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:40 The simple solution is usually best 04:29 Are probiotics worth taking without a diet change?   07:04 Should you rotate probiotics?  11:19 Can you take probiotics long-term?  14:39 Do you need the probiotic capsule?  18:17 Are probiotics that were left out still good?  19:12 Probiotics with/without food?  21:55 What if a probiotic makes me feel worse?  23:47 Should I avoid lactobacillus?  31:25 Can probiotics help reduce med side effects?  32:38 Recap   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Maintaining good gut health for kids and teens is crucially important to overall health.  Today my guest, Dr. Elisa Song, explains how the developing gut impacts other body systems that are also in development like:  -Immunity -The brain That means that however we support (or don’t) kids’ gut health may have profound effects on their current and future health.   Please join us for a fascinating conversation about the significance of good gut health for infants, children, and teens.    Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36382780/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36563089/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36501205/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37071174/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36909732/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32190365/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23035863/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19652109/    Related Sources How to choose a kids probiotic: https://drruscio.com/kids-probiotic/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  03:46 Setting the stage for health 07:41 Childhood antibiotics & mental health 13:00 Considering antibiotic alternatives  17:58 Probiotics  27:30 Prebiotics 31:44 Mom’s diet & health matters 36:50 Infant formula 46:20 Adult vs. infant elemental formulas 50:15 Meeting kids where they’re at 1:02:44 Teenage mental health Dr. Elisa Song, MD is a Stanford-, NYU-, UCSF-trained integrative pediatrician, pediatric functional medicine expert, and mom to 2 thriving children. In her integrative pediatric practice, Whole Family Wellness (www.wholefamilywellness.org), she’s helped 1000s of kids get to the root causes of their health concerns and empowered parents to help their children thrive – body, mind, and spirit – by integrating conventional pediatrics with functional medicine, homeopathy, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and essential oils. Dr. Song created Healthy Kids Happy Kids (www.healthykidshappykids.com) as an online holistic pediatric resource to help practitioners and parents bridge the gap between conventional and integrative pediatrics with an evidence-based, pediatrician-backed, mom-approved approach.   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.   Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Are your probiotic side effects a positive sign, or should you make a modification?  It’s all too common that when people take a probiotic and experience some kind of side effect, they take it to mean that probiotics aren’t right for them. And that’s understandable. But more often than not, these side effects can be signaling something good (that they’re going to work in your gut) or simply that a small adjustment needs to be made.  Here’s how to know which side effects mean what.    Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30294792/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29460487/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22957765/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32190365/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23680358/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29508268/   Related Resources https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zEezUQ0V4hQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AB-fRYjteNs    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  02:21 Side effects  04:10 Research on probiotic side effects 05:42 What are probiotics doing in the body?  07:20 4 causes of probiotic reactions 09:26 Symptom durations 10:29 Probiotics that may contain dairy  12:19 Probiotic misconceptions 17:27 Adjustment reaction vs. a real intolerance  18:27 Different probiotic types  21: 25 Some respond to 3 probiotics better than 1 23:25 How do you dose?  Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc/  DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

In today’s podcast episode, I talk with Dr. David Jockers about how intermittent fasting can improve gut health, including by increasing bacterial diversity in the microbiome. We also cover how to incorporate fasting into your life in a balanced and effective way. https://drruscio.com/fasting-improves-bacterial-diversity  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

A recap of the most exciting and tangible research updates, including findings for:  -Ketamine therapy  -Fish oil -Yoga -Cold water therapy  -Collagen  -And more Please join me to stay up to date on the latest health science updates. Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37194806/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37028202/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37032928/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36731907/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36113975/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36744038/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36599485/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36137565/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27631616/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36837762/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35213875/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37133292/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35042187/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36167669/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36947707/   Related Resources More on psychedelics for mental health: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2Ajahgazuc&t=5s  Virtual ketamine therapy: https://nue.life/  , https://www.betterucare.com/ , https://www.joyous.team/  Aerobic vs. resistance exercise for brain health: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7vYplSPqV4&t=9s   Cold exposure therapy: https://drruscio.com/cold-exposure-therapy-wim-hof-breathing/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:48 Ketamine therapy  04:41 Fish oil for depression 06:27 Yoga for depression 07:46 Exercise for depression 11:58 How exercise impacts depression 13:48 Cold immersion for muscle recovery 15:13 No evidence for cold therapy?  20:20 Collagen for muscle soreness    21:15 Which exercise improves longevity most?  23:38 Can lifestyle reverse biological aging?    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

What causes leaky gut and how do you treat it? Today I’ll answer these questions and give you the 4 most effective ways to help heal leaky gut.  Join me.    Featured Studies  https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S221295881730160X#:~:text=Results,and%2017%E2%80%9365%25%20respectively. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35892789/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33336247/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32060130/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34371976/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32232406/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32171508/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33763441/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34496250/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35636614/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36183306/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36653035/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14992438/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17308218/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29607496/    Related Resources How to Heal Leaky Gut: https://drruscio.com/how-to-heal-leaky-gut/  Simple Leaky Gut Protocol: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5en_twP8DcE&t=2s  Low FODMAP diet guide: https://drruscio.com/getlowfodmapguide/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:04 What is leaky gut?  03:30 Causes of leaky gut 05:35 Leaky gut prevalence  06:16 The first step 09:10 Foods to eliminate & reintroduce 15:47 The second step  20:20 The importance of sleep 21:45 The third step 25:37 Evidence-based probiotic protocol 27:29 The final step   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Let's discuss the latest research in oxidative stress, allergies, kids' health, and gut health, all through the lens of probiotics.  We'll cover how effective probiotics are for:  -Inflammation -Immunity  -Asthma -Allergies  -Acute diarrhea in kids -Allergic rhinitis in kids -IBS -Constipation -H. pylori  By covering the latest research, I hope to take the stress out of trying to stay up to date on the science on your own. Please join me. Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36332136/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37196163/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36963861/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37147591/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36574954/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36401501/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37031468/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37019193/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37161358/   Related Resources Probiotic starter guide: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-starter-guide/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:27 Oxidative stress 07:01 Asthma  08:39 Seasonal allergies 10:22 Probiotics for kids 15:38 Jaundice in premature babies 18:26 Probiotic dosing for kids 20:38 Respiratory infections in infants 22:04 IBS 24:48 Chronic constipation 28:15 H. pylori   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Mast cell activation (MCAS), Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), and postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) are three often debilitating conditions on their own, but it seems they're likely connected to one another. Join me and Dr. Weinstock as he explains the symptoms of these conditions, how they're linked, and what the future looks like for treatment. Even if you're only dealing with MCAS or POTS, this episode is worth a listen. Featured Studies  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10352424/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26976734/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34618688/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32824107/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30022117/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36337620/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25640519/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34496250/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35636614/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31421665/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34441978/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27741023/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33629149/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30118241/#:~:text=Conclusions%3A%20This%20study%20clearly%20confirms,controlled%20trial%20is%20thus%20warranted. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35663980/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27436071/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23666445/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29183244/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8537261/ Related Resources What is POTS: https://drruscio.com/pots/ Choosing an MCAS diet: https://drruscio.com/mcas-diet/  To contribute to the MCAS documentary: https://ldnresearchtrust.org/documentary-fundraiser  More about LDN: https://ldnresearchtrust.org/what-is-low-dose-naltrexone-ldn  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:06 What is the “triad”? 02:58 MCAS, POTS, & EDS defined 14:33 What are effective therapeutics for healing? 17:20 Approach to MCAS: Step 1 18:14 The importance of mental health 27:32 How these immune symptoms connect to gut health 33:18 Where Dr. Weinstock starts with stomach distension  36:32 Immunoglobulins 38:50 Sodium butyrate  39:42 The low FODMAP diet for dysbiosis 42:30 Effective therapies for POTS & EDS 47:39 Low-dose naltrexone   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc  Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc   DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

A low FODMAP diet is an extremely effective gut-healing tool. In fact, it's been studied for use in healing a wide range of conditions like IBS, IBD, fibromyalgia, anxiety, leaky gut, and more.  But what exactly is it, what makes it so powerful, and how can you tap into its powers for yourself?    Today we'll take a brief look at the data to illustrate the reparative ability of the low FODMAP diet, and then I'll give you guidelines for how you can do a low FODMAP diet on your own.  Join me. Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29202473/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34371976/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34261437/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36630947/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34618688/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28849091/ Related Resources The low FODMAP guide with standard, paleo, and vegetarian variations: https://drruscio.com/getlowfodmapguide/  20 low FODMAP snack ideas: https://drruscio.com/low-fodmap-snacks/  A detailed guide for doing low FODMAP: https://drruscio.com/low-fodmap-diet/    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:18 The data on low FODMAP for leaky gut 05:30 What is “DAO”? 07:06 Causes of leaky gut 08:37 How low FODMAP helps SIBO & dysbiosis 12:59 Low FODMAP for immunity  15:11 Why the low FODMAP is reparative  17:37 How do you do a low FODMAP diet?  19:33 When to evaluate if it’s right for you Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

If you have any unanswered questions about SIBO or unresolved GI issues, today's episode is for you.  I'll be answering questions from listeners like yourself, looking for gut guidance.  Today's questions include:  -How do I know if I have SIBO?  -Can I do a hybrid carnivore/elemental diet for SIBO? -How long can you take antimicrobials for SIBO? -What's causing my abdominal distension?  -And more.  Please join me. And if you have any questions you'd like answered on the next round, you can submit them here: https://www.speakpipe.com/DrRuscioRadio  Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28323273/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31913194/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29761234/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35121775/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29508268/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34767484/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24891990/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36384081/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37125253/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14992438/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29607496/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25699593/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32585000/  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549888/#:~:text=The%20gastrocolic%20reflex%20has%20correlations,diarrhea%2C%20bloating%2C%20and%20tenesmus.   Related Resources A healing strategy for SIBO: https://drruscio.com/sibo-probiotics/  Kyle’s Case: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AB-fRYjteNs&t=157s  Triple Therapy Probiotics: https://store.drruscio.com/products/triple-therapy-probiotic  Healthy Gut, Healthy You: https://drruscio.com/gutbook/  How to Use the Elemental Diet: https://drruscio.com/elemental-diet/  Shop Elemental Heal: https://store.drruscio.com/products/elemental-heal  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  06:12 I have IBS, how do I know if I also have SIBO? 12:13 I feel mostly great, should I keep treating SIBO? 18:37 Can I do a carnivore/elemental hybrid diet? 20:08 How long can you take antimicrobials for SIBO? 23:27 Does a bowel movement every other day need treatment? 26:29 After resolution with HCL, how can I resolve lingering constipation?  28:55 I get distension after eating, what can I do?  31:50 I have gas. It’s not SIBO, and low FODMAP didn’t work… 34:17 Should I avoid xylitol? 35:26 Does the elemental diet work for SIBO?    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

In this episode, I’ll review the latest hormonal health research, including exciting findings for menopausal and men's hormonal health.  Join me to stay up to date on the latest research in hormonal health. Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36732722/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34536053/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35873404/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9415500/pdf/medicina-58-01047.pdf https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37084590/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37101856/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35904028/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9188729/pdf/223_2022_Article_991.pdf    Related Resources A previous podcast episode about the EMST150 sleep device:  https://drruscio.com/clinically-proven-breath-device-for-sleep-speech-and-more/  Healthy Gut, Healthy You: https://store.drruscio.com/products/healthy-gut-healthy-you  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:16 Low testosterone and sleep quality  06:05 What are normal and low testosterone levels? 07:12 Symptoms of low testosterone  08:47 Diets that may increase testosterone 13:02 Does longjack improve testosterone?  14:32 Longjack vs. Ashwaghanda 16:30 Can HCG injections improve testosterone? 19:15 Can diet reduce menopausal symptoms? 22:38 Does exercise improve hot flashes?  23:20 Postmenopausal symptoms & herbal therapies 24:39 What is the best exercise for postmenopausal bone health? Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.   Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g    *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Find out whether the amount and diversity of probiotics from food is comparable to probiotic supplements, and how popular probiotic foods rank in probiotic value.   I'll be taking a closer look at kimchi, kefir, yogurt, sauerkraut, and kombucha to see if you can get enough probiotics from food alone, and when you might want to opt for a supplement.  Join me.    Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18159486/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28422059/  https://www.mdpi.com/2311-5637/8/7/303  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30197628/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0740002002001508 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30197628/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35205998/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36718547/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35433498/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34712929/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30256365/#:~:text=In%20conclusion%20lacto%2Dfermented%20sauerkraut,rather%20than%20the%20viable%20LAB. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35721806/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32005532/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31387262/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32232406/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32171508/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36745637/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28223894/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32184365/    Featured Products  White Napa Cabbage Kimchi: https://sintogourmet.com/products/kimchi-mile-white-napa-cabbage    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps  00:00 Intro 01:29 Common fermented foods 02:50 Why my thinking has changed on probiotic foods 04:23 The probiotic value of popular fermented foods 08:55 “The better I eat, the worse I feel” 12:51 Are foods or supplements more effective?  14:44 Do probiotics actually cause brain fog?  18:22 Probiotic food recommendation    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc   DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Gluten enzymes promise to better help digest gluten for both celiac and non-celiac gluten-sensitive populations.  Fortunately, gluten enzymes have been studied for both celiac disease and NCGS.  But what does the data actually say about their effectiveness? Join me to hear more about the research into gluten digestive enzymes, and what other options are available to help relieve gluten sensitivity.    Featured Studies  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7400306/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31142014/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35973395/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27864127/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24583059/#:~:text=Conclusions%3A%20Based%20on%20a%20phase,up%20to%202%20g%20gluten. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24124328/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32313451/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12110735/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33594150/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28191721/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12738465/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3263982/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7019917/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8912170/   Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:48 What are gluten enzymes? 01:21 Spotlight: Prolines 02:24 How common is celiac and gluten sensitivity?  03:36 The research on gluten enzymes 06:35 The verdict  07:28 Why enzymes work for some  08:44 What CAN improve gluten sensitivity?    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc   DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through the latest probiotic research updates, including benefits for: -Cognitive health -Mood -Situational anxiety & depression -And more Join me to stay up to date on the latest probiotic science. Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37032856/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37023468/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37026368/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37049432/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37033942/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36538981/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37071174/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37063273/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36745046/    Continue Learning Our paper about probiotics & absorption: https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/14/17/3572/htm  The last round of probiotic updates: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TD0qIA-94Lw&t=402s  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:08 Can probiotics improve cognition? 07:34 Can probiotics lead to improvement in mood?   10:26 Do probiotics reduce situational anxiety?  13:52 Will synbiotics improve fibromyalgia?  17:52 Summary of probiotic studies 18:50 Can probiotics improve sleep?  19:53 Are probiotics effective for fatty liver disease?  21:26 Are probiotics good for stomach pain in kids?  23:00 Probiotics for iron absorption   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.   Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g    *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

A look into whether resistance training or cardio is the best exercise for brain health, and exactly why exercise has such a strong effect on your brain.  Tune in to hear the exercises backed by science to help boost your brain power.    Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32317627/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36810321/#:~:text=Conclusions%3A%20Being%20physically%20active%20at,physical%20activity%20was%20most%20optimal. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18635643/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21282661/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28716635/#:~:text=Results%3A%20Hippocampus%20volume%20was%20significantly,%2C%20agility%2C%20and%20dynamic%20balance. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36937673/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35153701/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34417978/ https://sci-hub.ru/10.1016/j.scispo.2019.02.001 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36796860/   Other Sources Huberman Lab: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1QrZlfOTWE    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:58 Physical activity & cognitive impact 08:13 What type of exercise is best?  10:39 How do we load exercise appropriately?  12:03 The protocol  14:06 Signs & symptoms of overtraining   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Learn all you need to know about huperzine A including: -What it is -Where it’s derived from -Its brain benefits -The research on who should (or shouldn’t) take it -And an at-home protocol for taking it Join me.    Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30989926/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10678121/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34924395/    Featured Products GNC HERBAL PLUS® Huperzine A 50 MCG - 50 Capsules: https://www.gnc.com/brain-memory-support/196312.html  Double Wood Huperzine-A 200MCG - 120 capsules: https://www.amazon.com/Huperzine-Double-Wood-Supplements-L-Huperzine/dp/B0767MS2KF    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:28 What is huperzine A? 03:32 The science behind huperzine A’s benefits 07:02 My personal experience with huperzine A 08:57 Does huperzine A have PROVEN benefits?  13:34 Potential side effects  14:47 The protocol    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Depending on where you send your stool sample, you can end up with different stool test results.  What this means is that your treatment plan could look very different depending on the stool test you use. This also means that a stool test may not be the best way to actually start healing your gut.  Instead of spending time and money on (potentially inaccurate) stool tests, I’ll tell you 4 things you can do that will make a difference for your gut health.  Join me.    Featured Studies  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4647607/#:~:text=brain%20injury%20rehabilitation.-,Asymptomatic%20C.,inpatients%20%5B38%E2%80%9342%5D.    Related Resources What is Leaky Gut? https://drruscio.com/what-is-leaky-gut/  Probiotics for Gut Health: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-gut-health  Build an Elimination Diet: https://drruscio.com/elimination-diet-meal-plan/  Gut-Healing Diets: https://drruscio.com/gut-healing-diet/  The Paleo Diet: https://drruscio.com/paleo-diet  Antimicrobials: https://drruscio.com/antimicrobial-agents/  Low FODMAP Diet Guide: https://drruscio.com/getlowfodmapguide/  Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:59 What is a Split Test? 01:40 The Split Tests Results 02:34 Why My Thoughts on Stool Testing Changed 05:53 Different Results Mean Different Treatment 10:17 Zonulin: A Key Finding 12:23 The Second Split Test 14:30 You’re Doing Yourself a Disservice  14:54 4 Tools for GI Healing    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

An emerging therapy is the use of MDMA for PTSD, as well as other psychedelics for mental health. Listen in as Allison A Feduccia PhD explains the promising potential of psychedelics for mental health.    Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31572236/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33221932/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34114250/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33408811/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33235285/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30196397/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34708874/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34150406/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34063505/   Continue Learning I Feel the Love book: https://www.amazon.com/Feel-Love-Quest-Connection-Fractured/dp/1635579570  Psychedelic Support: https://psychedelic.support/resources/author/alli/  Realms of the Human Unconscious: Observations from LSD Research by Stanislav Grof:  https://www.amazon.com/Realms-Human-Unconscious-Observations-Research/dp/1788163710/ref=sr_1_6?qid=1690851486&refinements=p_27%3AStanislav+Grof&s=books&sr=1-6  Maps (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies): https://maps.org/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  03:13 Allison’s Background 04:47 Pharmaceutical Use to Party Drug and Back  10:52 The Therapeutical Benefits of Psychedelics  14:57 How & Why Does MDMA Work?   17:20 Does it affect the Limbic System?  19:35 Post-Therapeutic Effects  21:01 MDMA for PTSD 24:44 Psychedelic Protocol 30:47 Side-Effects & Risks 34:49 More Healing Stories  40:50 Other Resources   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Today I'll break down the science of probiotics, specifically how they provide the four health benefits of improving:  -Sibo & dysbiosis -Leaky gut -Brain inflammation -And the stress response Tune in to hear just how powerful probiotics are for your health.   Featured Studies  Leaky Gut https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ Overgrowths https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24004101/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21381407/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23703468/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16798698/  IBS https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35433498/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33014892/  IBD https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33555375/  Constipation https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32005532/  Antibiotic Side-Effects https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36382780/  Depression https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35348020/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35944425/ Stress Response https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36178333/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28483500/ Brain Fog https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33157148/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35185522/ Probiotic Safety https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24405164/  Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:52 Probiotic Backstory 03:41 How Powerful Probiotics Are for the Gut 07:56 Improve Gut Health, Improve Brain Health 11:09 The Limbic System 13:44 How to Find a Good Probiotic   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

In this episode, I share the latest research updates on probiotics.  As you’ll see, today’s research covers an exciting and wide range of conditions, such as using probiotics for:  -Brain health -Metabolic health -Body composition -Infection -Cognition -Blood pressure  -And more Join me to stay in step with the latest research on probiotics, gut health, and overall wellness.    Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36653035/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36986088/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36986145/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36705359/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36655084/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35487505/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36414567/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37000812/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35512770/    Continue Learning What are the signs you need probiotics?: https://drruscio.com/what-are-the-signs-you-need-probiotics/  More about probiotics for weight loss: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-weight-loss/  The best supplements for brain health: https://drruscio.com/supplements-for-brain-health/  Probiotics for oral health: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-oral-health/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:50 Cognition & Memory 03:55 Depression 05:56 Autism 07:24 Single vs Multi-Species 09:06 Metabolism 13:17 Blood pressure 14:26 Weight loss 14:53 Muscle mass 17:30 Infections 19:04 Oral dysbiosis Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Cordila's mold exposure story might sound familiar—she suddenly hit a wall of symptoms like nausea, fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, and more, and reached the end of her rope trying to find a solution.  When she finally made her way to the clinic after a year of being stuck in Rome and many years of a chronic illness, we were able to help her find relief from her mold symptoms.  Tune in to hear Cordila's fascinating journey and what we did to finally make the difference for her health.   Related Episodes Brain retraining & the Gupta program: https://drruscio.com/retrain-brain-fix-gut/  Improving mold toxicity with protein and exercise: https://drruscio.com/improving-mold-by-optimizing-protein-and-exercise/  Why protein is so important to your health: https://drruscio.com/protein-intake-is-crucial-for-your-health/    Related Articles Mold toxicity symptoms & treatment: https://drruscio.com/mold-toxicity/  When is mold testing worth it?: https://drruscio.com/mycotoxin-testing/ Is it seasonal allergies or mold?: https://drruscio.com/allergy-to-mold/ The importance of high-protein meals: https://drruscio.com/high-protein-meals/  How to get a 30g protein breakfast: https://drruscio.com/30g-protein-breakfast/    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  02:42 Cordila’s Story 14:03 Cordila’s Symptoms 16:23 The Test Results 19:40 Addressing Preexisting POTS 22:19 “Treat Mold Like a House Fire” 27:07 What We Did & Didn’t Do 37:43 The Importance of Protein 40:03 Macronutrition & Calories 47:28 Brain Injury Support 49:19 Cordila’s Current State 57:06 Chronic Illness & Your Mindset 01:01:00 Neurology: Dismiss or Support 01:10:36 Closing Remarks   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Is exercise good for the gut microbiome?  It may not come as a surprise that it is. But not all exercises are equal when it comes to benefiting the microbiome.  Tune in to hear why this non-dietary factor impacts gut health and a research-backed protocol for gut-friendly exercise. Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36986264/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34179053/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35766861/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33763441/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36454911/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30843436/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28881908/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36986264/    Continue Learning Does exercise impact gut health with Lucy Mailing: https://drruscio.com/does-exercise-impact-gut-health/  Signs you’re exercising too hard with Mike T Nelson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiA4tmh-_wA  How to change your lifestyle: https://drruscio.com/how-to-change-your-lifestyle/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:14 GI anatomy snapshot 05:35 Exercise & the microbiota 08:05 Factchecking the physiology  10:40 Exercise for IBD 11:57 The Protocol 13:08 Moderate-high intensity exercises 13:34 The importance of consistency    Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest -  https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc    #gut health #microbiota #microbiome DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Does being a weekend warrior work? Do you get worthwhile health benefits?  Today I'll break down what the research shows about the weekend warrior method, including its benefits and limitations.   Join me to learn how to get the most out of being a weekend warrior.   Featured Studies   https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34554363/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35304603/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35269492/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36994180/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22470299/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35301183/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26092138/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35784236/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31095082/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34978668/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36315020/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35788615/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15383407/#:~:text=In%20stratified%20analysis%2C%20among%20men,CI%3A%200.21%2C%200.81). https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30138219/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16874148/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33958319/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27444976/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29293447/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35228201/ Featured Products Polar H9 HRM: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08411DQ96?tag=healthline-subtag-20&ascsubtag=bbbd4c58-5424-4eed-9bf3-5dd341cb5eea&correlationId=bbbd4c58-5424-4eed-9bf3-5dd341cb5eea Fitbit Luxe: https://www.fitbit.com/global/us/products/trackers/luxe?rvo_aff=1&rvo_brandid=8e442714-04d1-45b1-a519-8636148ba591&rvo_prodid=84ec3cc7-2373-46a2-bb87-3f8e1e69a2dd&rvo_subid=84ec3cc7-2373-46a2-bb87-3f8e1e69a2dd&rvo_subid2=%2Bwhere&correlationId=254e69d0-d580-4eff-b1f4-996a98a04d42 Apple Watch: https://www.amazon.com/Apple-Watch-Midnight-Aluminum-Always/dp/B0BDJ9FCYP?asc_source=verso&asc_campaign=64677ce788479249e0cc2920%7C47Yv9Aumzj3cKPtWFQvdAe&asc_refurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wired.com%2Fgallery%2Fbest-heart-rate-monitors%2F&ascsubtag=64677ce788479249e0cc2920&tag=w050b-20    Continue Learning  My interview with Mike T Nelson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiA4tmh-_wA  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:53 The physiology of exercise 07:30 Exercise impacts on longevity  10:25 Weekend warrior benefits 12:37 Intensity needed 14:03 Calculating max heart rate  15:45 Health wearable recs 16:33 Strength training  17:30 Exercise & certain conditions 18:31 Weekend warrior: Injuries 19:25 Recap   Get the Latest Updates  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc #gut health #weekend warrior #exercise DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.  Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Wondering if you need HCl to help rectify stomach acid levels?  Today I'll walk you through: -What HCl is -How it works -Symptoms that tell you that you need it -The truth about stomach acid -And a protocol to get started with Please join me. Featured Studies  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK507793/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25994564/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11256493/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28770351/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35565722/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23980906/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25274610/   Other Sources How to Take Betaine HCl: https://drruscio.com/betaine-hcl/  Mason’s Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wfj7vSA1mmk    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:48 The physiology of digestion 03:48 Stomach acid & probiotics 06:20 How common is low acid?  08:56 Symptoms of low acid 10:45 Risk factors 14:49 Why does acid cause symptoms? 17:55 What about testing?  20:33 Protocol to safely take HCl   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc   #gut health #health and wellness #microbiome DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Saccharomyces boulardii is a probiotic category with many proven gut health benefits.  Until recently, it was thought that those with SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) should not only avoid saccharomyces boulardii, but probiotics altogether.  Today I'm going to share some exciting updates that show something quite counter to this thought.  Join me to hear more about SIBO and how you can help improve it with a simple, research-backed protocol.  Featured Studies  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK546634/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36294338/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20458757/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35628700/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33746935/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36630947/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31126033/    Featured Products   Probiotics used in study: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074PY8734?tag=florastor-us-st-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1  My S. Boulardii probiotics: https://store.drruscio.com/products/sacchromyces-boulardii-probiotic    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:53 Defining SIBO 02:38 S. boulardii origin & benefits 04:40 Impact of S. boulardii on SIBO 06:55 An S. boulardii protocol   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

If you read the recent Washington Post article on the subject, you might wonder "should you avoid probiotics if you're taking antibiotics?" Today I'm going to explain why that isn't the case, by pitting the data from the Washington Post article against the larger body of data that supports the use of probiotics during a course of antibiotics.  Tune in and be sure to tell me what you think!  The Study From the Article:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30193113/    Counterpoint Studies: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36382780/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4862129/    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:11 The article’s claim  02:13 The one small study he cited 03:13 What most of the data says 05:01 Evidence hierarchy  07:00 A note about prebiotics 07:44 Healthy people & probiotics 09:20 Be cautious with health news   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Today I'm covering the latest healthy lifestyle research that includes a wide range of topics, including:  -The best frequency and step count for health benefits from walking -The best type of exercise for gut health -A simple way to balance blood sugar -The link between animal exposure and allergies in kids  -And much, much more.  Join me to get the latest updates for healthy living.  Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36989214/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36982042/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37019572/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36976556/#:~:text=Compared%20with%20participants%20who%20walked,20.4%25%20to%20%2D12.5%25). https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35981715/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36986264/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36715875/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36973109/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36990505/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36839408/    Related Resources: Taking probiotics for allergies: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-allergies/  Best exercise for aging muscles: https://drruscio.com/best-exercise-for-aging-muscles/  Beyond diet: What causes blood sugar spikes: https://drruscio.com/blood-sugar-spikes/  The longevity blueprint: https://drruscio.com/longevity/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:40 Reducing allergies in children 02:50 The effect of screen time 05:21 Time in nature benefits 08:36 Best step count for benefits 10:16 Does exercise reduce aging? 11:49 Best exercise for gut health 13:45 Blood sugar control  15:15 Best time for exercise 16:19 Simple exercise protocol 17:14 Best diets for longevity 22:44 Non-nutritive sweeteners Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

There's been an exciting update to methane dominant SIBO research. A recent study shows that supplementing with two simple, widely-accessible supplements can make a big difference for methane dominant SIBO.  Tune in to hear what the research shows and how to get started with a simple protocol.   Featured Studies  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK546634/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36294338/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31913194/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29794732/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36294338/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33849121/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28134633/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28223728/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29374417/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31987229/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36745650/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37032411/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31126033/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/   Featured Products Hyperbiotics Prebiotics Fiber Powder: https://www.amazon.com/Hyperbiotics-Prebiotic-Powder-Supports-Digestion-Beneficial/dp/B06XKLJ9C5/ref=sr_1_4_sspa?hvadid=580579367748&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9012207&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=12671197066034398842&hvtargid=kwd-322901497836&hydadcr=21224_13321199&keywords=best+prebiotics+supplements&qid=1686230879&rdc=1&sr=8-4-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExQ1VVREpMU1RaWFMmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA0MzA1ODk4RVhOQUY1MUpIUUUmZW5jcnlwdGVkQWRJZD1BMDQzMTcxNjFPT1JONFQ2S1IzUUwmd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl Garden of Life Fiber: https://www.amazon.com/Garden-Life-Formulated-Supplement-Constipation/dp/B010CPSBWQ/ref=sr_1_7?crid=1RZ6E1YVXSKYA&keywords=prebiotic+powder&qid=1686232381&sprefix=prebiotic+powde%2Caps%2C534&sr=8-7  Biota Boost: https://store.drruscio.com/products/biota-boost?variant=5245785735205    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:03 What is SIBO? 02:20 Methane SIBO 03:21 Probiotic & fiber results 09:38 An evidence-based protocol 11:39 Suggested probiotics  13:15 Fiber/prebiotic options   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Finding a meaningful existence seems harder than ever these days. Fortunately, Mark Hawkins knows where we can look—the Paleo era.  Today Mark and I are discussing: -What is meaning and purpose? -Why is it so important?  -And what can hunter-gatherers teach us about living a more meaningful life? Please join us.   More About Mark Hawkins:  Mark A. Hawkins, Ph.D., is an author, educator, and clinical counselor. He has been interviewed by The New York Times, The Daily Telegraph, and several other news outlets and podcasts for his ideas. His research focuses on interdisciplinary understandings of meaning and purpose as they relate to human well-being. Mark was published in the Journal of Humanistic Psychology and is the author of The Power of Boredom: Why Boredom is Essential for Creating a Meaningful Life, and The Mismatched Human: Our Fight for a Meaningful Existence. He lives, researches, and writes with his wife, Yoona, in Vancouver, British Columbia.  Website: https://coldnoodlecreative.com/ Facebook & Instagram: @coldnoodlecreative   Continue Learning The Power of Boredom: Why Boredom is Essential for Creating a Meaningful Life : https://www.amazon.com/Power-Boredom-essential-meaningful-mindfulness/dp/1773022563  The Mismatched Human: Our Fight for a Meaningful Existence: https://www.amazon.com/Mismatched-Human-Fight-Meaningful-Existence-ebook/dp/B0BHJ6S8F1  How to change your lifestyle: https://drruscio.com/how-to-change-your-lifestyle/  Deep Work by Cal Newport: https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Work-Focused-Success-Distracted/dp/1455586692  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro to meaning 05:00 Paleo living & psychology 08:07 The utility of friendships 13:38 The role of sacrifice 14:43 The paradox of choice 20:08 What changed in the Axial Age 24:49 What is post-modernism? 29:59 We want simple, quick pleasure 32:04 What Mark is seeing now 40:25 Finding community  45:26 Building self-awareness   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

What are the optimal ranges for thyroid labs? Today I'll answer this and other listener-submitted questions about thyroid health.  Tune in to hear answers to questions like:  -If my labs are normal could it still be a thyroid issue? -How do I know if I need thyroid hormone?  -How can I wean off thyroid medication?  -And more.  Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30285179/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16670161/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27607246/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24224112/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33161885/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34879182/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32294476/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11836274/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36079838/    Other Sources Optimal thyroid levels: https://drruscio.com/optimal-thyroid-levels/  The gut-thyroid connection: https://drruscio.com/the-gut-thyroid-connection1/  How to wean off thyroid meds naturally:  https://drruscio.com/how-to-get-off-thyroid-medication/    Continue Learning Thyroid Self-Management Course: https://drruscio.com/thyroid-course/  Free guides and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  02:04 What are the optimal ranges? 09:43 Reverse T3 & T3 11:01 What if labs are normal? 13:05 What if TSH and TPO are high? 15:13 How do I know if I need meds? 18:30 What is the weaning process? 21:30 Can GI issues impact thyroid?   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc/ DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

If you're interested in having healthier relationships, you'll be interested to hear from Alison Armstrong.  Alison is an expert in building understanding between men and women. One way she does this is by tapping into the hunter-gatherer relationship, which can still tell us a lot about modern mindsets.  Tune in to hear what she's taught me about having a healthier understanding of how men and women think.    Related Resources Alison Armstrong’s Courses: https://www.alisonarmstrong.com/  The 6 Hidden Dominant Drivers online program: https://www.alisonarmstrong.com/products/drivers.html    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  04:58 Heaven on Earth 09:52 Looking to hunter-gatherers 11:37 The role of testosterone 13:36 Men can also “gather” 18:25 Difference in venting 24:24 The effect of hormones 28:33 Offering solutions or support 31:58 Default listening methods 34:18 Different archetypes 42:16 Marriage prerequisites 44:41 Assessing compatibility 49:30 Business vs family success 55:13 Ambition 59:51 The 6 drivers of life Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc/ DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

In this episode, I debunk the myth that probiotics are harmful.  Recently, some thought leaders have been suggesting that lactobacillus probiotics should be avoided in those with SIBO.  But the problem with this take is the research that was favored versus the data that was dismissed...  Tune in to hear more.  Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34724979/ https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F1UxBbPthSGWZf9IlUejgnvHP1dzln6B/edit?usp=share_link&ouid=100741720065499617900&rtpof=true&sd=true  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34724979/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35433498/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33828554/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28045137/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28866243/   Other Sources How to use probiotics for stomach issues: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-stomach/  All about probiotics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7OSa1zh760&t=634s Probiotics for IBS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jZ80EIgCpU&t=5s  Probiotics for SIBO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKUk5Vc1Lxw&t=1s    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:26 A myth based on bad science 02:27 What the data ACTUALLY shows 03:59 What data should you trust? 05:34 Keep an eye out for bias 06:22 Data shouldn’t be dismissive 07:17 Probiotics for SIBO: The truth 07:50 Smart doesn’t mean unbiased 08:58 No need to avoid lactobacillus   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc/ DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

In this episode, scientific proof comes to light about what works for a leaky gut repair. Leaky gut is when the tight junctions between the cells that line your small intestine loosen. This allows bacterial fragments and undigested food particles to enter your bloodstream, potentially causing an unwanted immune response.  When the immune response is heightened, there’s a greater chance for chronic inflammation to occur, causing symptoms like diarrhea, brain fog, joint pain, and fatigue.  This is where probiotics can come into play to help calm down the immune response and heal leaky gut. Listen to the episode to hear what kind of probiotics to use and how often to take them to improve your gut health.    Featured Studies  https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S221295881730160X#:~:text=Results,and%2017%E2%80%9365%25%20respectively. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/    Featured Products:  Lacto-bifido Probiotic Blend: https://store.drruscio.com/products/lacto-bifido-probiotic-blend   Soil-Based Probiotic: https://store.drruscio.com/products/soil-based-probiotic   Other Sources Symptoms of leaky gut: https://drruscio.com/symptoms-of-leaky-gut/  Should you get a leaky gut test?: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-syndrome-test/  Leaky gut diet plan: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-diet-plan/  How to use probiotics for leaky gut: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-leaky-gut/   Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:55 What is leaky gut? 03:16 How prevalent IS leaky gut? 04:10 Factors that increase risk 05:58 Symptoms aren’t just digestive 06:39 Can probiotics help leaky gut? 09:35 An important finding 10:57 What’s the best protocol? 13:18 Probiotic formulas 15:37 You don’t have to keep testing   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc/ DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.  Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g   *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

In this episode, I cover updates to gut research. These updates are grouped into two main categories: gut dysbiosis and immune system.  Gut health and immune health go hand-in-hand, so it may not be so shocking to hear how lowering gut inflammation can boost immunity. What exactly works to improve digestive symptoms and immune function? This episode features studies that reveal the power of diet and the pitfalls of lab tests and environmental exposures.  Listen in to better understand how to build a healthier gut.   Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36652592/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36594656/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36038689/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36541814/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35532243/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36731591/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36819701/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34618688/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36322404/    More Resources How to improve your sleep hygiene: https://ruscioinstitute.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Sleep-Hygiene.pdf  Great brand for all-purpose cleaning: https://www.ecos.com/  To check your cleaning brand’s health cleanliness: https://www.ewg.org/guides/cleaners/  A more budget-friendly air purifier: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VVK39F7/ref=twister_B0BKRG9M8M?_encoding=UTF8&th=1 A high-performance air purifier: https://www.amazon.com/Sans-HEPA-Air-Purifier-sterilization/dp/B08S5M28F9/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2NO8GKX65D444&keywords=HEPA&qid=1684435928&s=home-garden&sprefix=hepa+%2Cgarden%2C326&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEySURIUVVDUzBXTkdTJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDI4OTM4MjExQTQxTUpRMVYyOSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNDEwMTQ4MVNIWFlOWElDRFRNSCZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=  Low FODMAP Guide: https://drruscio.com/getlowfodmapguide/    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:44 What is dysbiosis?  02:05 Dysbiosis & IBS 04:50 Surprising causes of dysbiosis 12:07 Disbyosis without symptoms?  15:13 EoE (Eosinophilic esophagitis)  18:34 IgG food allergy testing 19:44 Dysbiosis & diet 26:20 Elimination isn’t forever 28:11 Conclusion   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc/ DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

In this episode, Dr. Sunjya Schweig—an expert in complex chronic illnesses—speaks about the first responder health program he devised for the Berkeley Fire Department.  Exposure to extreme stressors leaves first responders prone to many health risks themselves. To date, the top two killers within this profession are cancer and suicide.  Recognizing the need to help first responders with their physical and mental health, Dr. Schweig built a program that follows many of the best practices we use at our clinic.  Hear what gut health, nutrition, stress management, and sleep techniques can help improve overall health.    Featured Studies  https://rudermanfoundation.org/white_papers/police-officers-and-firefighters-are-more-likely-to-die-by-suicide-than-in-line-of-duty/ https://www.wshu.org/news/2019-04-01/suicide-the-leading-cause-of-death-for-police-officers-data-show#stream/0 https://www.nami.org/Advocacy/Crisis-Intervention/Law-Enforcement https://www.police1.com/police-products/fitness-mental-health-wellness/articles/tackling-the-obesity-epidemic-in-law-enforcement-Wjww8YOny7DXry6Z/    Featured Resources Effects of Stress on the Brain: https://drruscio.com/effects-of-stress-on-the-brain/  California Center of Functional Medicine’s Project Wellness Program: https://www.ccfmed.com/functional-medicine/first-responders  HeartMath Biofeedback App: https://www.heartmath.com/  Buddify Meditation App: https://buddhify.com/  Align Podcast: https://www.alignpodcast.com/  Neuroplasticity Healing: https://drruscio.com/neuroplasticity-healing/  Breath by James Nestor: https://www.amazon.com/Breath-New-Science-Lost-Art/dp/0735213615  Gupta Program for Brain Retraining: https://www.guptaprogram.com/ Zemedy IBS & Gut Health Care App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/zemedy-ibs-gut-health-care/id1442789941  Timestamps 00:00 Intro  05:33 What the Right Care Looks Like  09:30 The First Responder Program 14:00 EMS Stress Management 18:35 Hallmark Symptoms of PTSD 22:00 Effective Stress Tools  24:27 Useful Apps 26:48 The Impact of Breathwork 29:07 EMS Cancer Risks 32:28 Structuring Shiftwork 37:39 The Conditions Being Seen 39:41 The Tools Being Used 42:30 Ketamine & Psilocybin 45:36 Avoiding Burnout 46:59 Time in Nature   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc/ DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Weight loss is a perennial struggle for many people, and it’s not because they haven’t tried every approach available (including counting calories, restricting carbs, and increasing the amount of exercise they get). Today’s podcast guest, obesity expert Dr. Barbara Corkey, explains that many people have difficulty losing weight due to factors that go beyond behavioral change. These include the changing macronutrient content of food, additives in carbs that may be affecting our metabolism, and the resulting rise in metabolic disease. We discuss how individual differences affect the ability to lose weight, the role of genetics and heredity, and how to sort through all of the noise to find the weight loss approach that works best for you. https://drruscio.com/why-some-people-cant-lose-weight My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

In this episode, I share one proven and simple supplement for depression. Depression rates continue to climb, with one out of ten adults and one out of five children experiencing the condition.  To counteract depression, research reiterates the value of taking probiotics—a supplement widely used for digestive disorders. Having a healthy gut can help balance mood.  Listen in to discover why probiotics and other simple, non-supplemental interventions are worth adding to your mental health toolkit.    Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36272761/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32905958/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36573969/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK537102/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26767708/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28483500/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34620373/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29995348/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32528399/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35348020/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33872182/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31197192/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36059042/  The serotonin theory of depression (the recent study that’s changing the conversation): https://www.nature.com/articles/s41380-022-01661-0    Featured Probiotics SuperSmart: https://www.amazon.com/Supersmart-Probiotics-Prebiotics-Bifidobacterium-Microbacteria/dp/B00LPJLBPS/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=bifidobacterium+longum&qid=1684164085&sr=8-7  Life Extension: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Extension-Balance-Vegetarian-Capsules/dp/B007GAQOJ8/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=bifidobacterium+longum&qid=1684164085&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUE5Wlg5TUpZSjRSVk0mZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTAzNzY0NzQzSDBEMTBHNzY2Wlk5JmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAzOTUyMDUxNFlaSUlHN05DT09WJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ== Functional Medicine Formulations: https://store.drruscio.com/products/lacto-bifido-probiotic-blend?variant=28700115468340 Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:42 What is Depression? 01:59 The Limbic System 06:59 A Word About SSRIs 07:47 Study: Probiotics & Brain Health 11:04 The Protocol  13:15 Doing the Math on Probiotics 14:42 Non-Supplemental Mood Boosts 16:29 Summary   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc/ DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

In this episode, you’ll learn from myself, Dr. Hannah Hamlin, and Dr. Scott Spiridigliozzi about Elemental Protein Bar—our clinic’s protein bar that’s gut friendly.  I developed the Elemental Protein Bar based on the success of our Elemental Heal meal replacement shake, which helps reduce gut inflammation and symptoms associated with IBS, SIBO, and other digestive disorders.  Compared to traditional protein bars on the market, our Elemental Protein Bar is made without prebiotic sweeteners that cause gut irritation and blood sugar swings.  Hear how our protein bar that’s gut-friendly has eased Dr. Scott and I’s digestive woes and helped Dr. Hannah stabilize her blood sugar.    Related Resources The Evolution Bar, of course: https://store.drruscio.com/products/evolution-bar  How to heal your gut naturally: https://drruscio.com/how-to-heal-your-gut-naturally/  Serotonin & depression: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JgAu9KYTNfg  A frustrating case of overtesting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8mLKenmVIJ0  More on the link between nature & mental health: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzGiHwr7nN0    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:50 Dr. Scott’s Experience with the Bar 04:17 My Experiment - 6 Bars in a Day 05:08 The Ingredients 05:56 Dr. Hannah’s Experience as a Diabetic 07:55 Evolution vs. Other Bars 10:30 Kid-Approved Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc/ DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

In this episode, Kyle—a patient at our clinic—shares his gut healing story from beginning to end. When Kyle first came to the clinic, he was already putting in the work with another clinician to resolve his insomnia, upset stomach, diarrhea, vertigo, SIBO, and heart flutters.  In working with him, I was able to see he was missing basic gut support and needed to focus more on treating his symptoms rather than lab values.  Kyle’s gut healing story was a success. Hear from him personally what worked best for him.    Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29508268/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34767484/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34612056/    Other Sources Understanding histamine intolerance: https://drruscio.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-histamine-intolerance/  Get started with probiotics: https://drruscio.com/getprobioticsguide/  Navigating gut-healthy diets: https://drruscio.com/gut-healing-diet  Using probiotics for SIBO: https://drruscio.com/sibo-probiotics/  All about antimicrobials, probiotics, and the protocol we use in the clinic: https://drruscio.com/gutbook/    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  02:35 Kyle and the Road Before 05:52 Kyle’s Prior Symptoms 07:24 Probiotics, Antimicrobials, & SIBO 16:26 Antimicrobials Aren’t First 17:32 The “Most Normal” Kyle’s Felt 19:50 Why Probiotics Didn’t Work Before 25:48 Fish Oil & Atrial Fibrillation 30:28 “Well This is Just Normal”  33:53 The Problem with Biohacking 40:15 Almost Out of the Woods   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc/ DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.   Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g    *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

In this episode, you’ll learn the best way to take probiotics. Probiotics are a staple for many in their gut-healing journey—and for good reason. They have been shown to help improve digestive and non-digestive symptoms, ranging from diarrhea to brain fog.  While the benefits of probiotics are known, there remains uncertainty about how long to take them for, if they should be taken with or without food, and how often to take them.  Tune in to the episode to get clarity on how to take probiotics to improve your health.  Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28008787/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31277101/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35433498/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35820261/ https://www.europeanreview.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/90-98.pdf https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35659967/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34287081/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36705359/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32317962/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27296254/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35433498/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35355730/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9631772/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35255819/  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9076325/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35545584/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37032411/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35578355/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36630947/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32005532/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34385227/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28008787/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28653751/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36178333/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9163095/pdf/41398_2022_Article_1977.pdf https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32524647/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35663980/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30854594/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34955840/  Continue Learning Breaking Down the Different Types of Probiotics: https://drruscio.com/types-of-probiotics  Why Multi-strain Probiotics Are More Effective Than Singular Strains: https://drruscio.com/multi-strain-probiotic/  Signs You Need Probiotics: https://drruscio.com/what-are-the-signs-you-need-probiotics/  Using Probiotics with SIBO: https://drruscio.com/sibo-probiotics/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:05 How Often Should You Take Probiotics? 03:02 With or Without Food? 06:39 How Long to Take Probiotics 16:57 Formulas & Dosing 21:42 Recommended Doses 22:54 What Type Should You Take? 26:19 Why Use Multiple Strains?  28:18 Summary of Recommendations Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc/ DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

In this episode, Dr. Lucy Mailing answers the question, “Does exercise impact gut health?” Inspired by her journey with chronic eczema, Dr. Mailing started looking into the gut-skin connection to improve her symptoms.  Seeing this connection spurred her research and career in gut health, the microbiome, and nutrition science.  When it comes to improving gut health, evidence shows exercise can help. But, how much exercise is needed? What type of exercise intensity is most effective? What diets and supplements can be paired with exercise to enhance gut health?  Join the discussion with Dr. Mailing and me as we discuss fine-tuning your exercise regime to benefit your gut microbiome.  Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30883471/    Continue Learning Finding your exercise frequency: https://drruscio.com/should-i-workout-every-day/  On too much fiber: https://drruscio.com/can-you-eat-too-much-fiber/  Gut-healing diets: https://drruscio.com/gut-healing-diet/  A butyrate breakdown: https://drruscio.com/what-is-butyrate/  Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  04:31 If You’re Not Exercising Enough 09:42 If You’re Exercising Too Much 18:30 Exercise Benefits on the Microbiota 24:20 Optimal Frequency, Intensity, & Duration 25:22 Fiber: Overhyped? 31:36 Diets 34:30 Butyrate 38:50 Results Take Time 42:16 Fungus Isn’t Always Bad 44:18 The Best Fungal Testing   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc/   DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.  

In this episode, I answer the question, “Is your thyroid diagnosis correct?” Surprisingly, this question is asked more commonly than you think. Even in the functional medicine sphere, thyroid issues are overdiagnosed and overtreated, often leading patients down the wrong treatment path.  Rather than being shoehorned into a thyroid diagnosis, it’s important to look at the scientific evidence that explains why it may not be your thyroid causing symptoms of fatigue, digestive issues, or brain fog. Listen in to hear when thyroid medication and interventions are necessary, what TPO and TSH levels indicate a thyroid issue, and what steps you can take to discover the true root cause of your health issues. Featured Studies  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30351232/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33161885/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11836274/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28536577/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27607246/   Related Resources The Gut-Thyroid Connection: https://drruscio.com/the-gut-thyroid-connection1/  How to Get Off Thyroid Meds Naturally: https://drruscio.com/how-to-get-off-thyroid-medication/  Thyroid Course: https://drruscio.com/thyroid-course/    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  00:23 Overprescribed Hormone - The Data 02:18 Symptom Confusion 03:47 TSH Levels 06:24 Why You Should Look Elsewhere 10:09 What About Sluggish Thyroid? 12:07 Thyroid Autoimmunity & TPO Levels 17:29 What You Can Do Now   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelrusciodc/ DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

In this episode,  the spotlight is on Sally’s successful gut healing story. While Sally tried a low histamine diet and other remedies on her own, she didn’t find relief of her chronic GI and histamine-related symptoms until working with Dr. Hannah Hamlin from our clinic.  Taking note of Sally’s symptoms, labs, medical history, and previous treatments she’s tried, Dr. Hamlin devised a plan with two of our clinic’s most effective therapies: triple therapy probiotics and an elemental diet.  Hear how these remedies helped Sally feel more confident about what she can eat and provided her with the healing she was looking for.  Featured In This Episode  My Book, Healthy Gut, Healthy You: https://store.drruscio.com/products/healthy-gut-healthy-you  Triple Therapy Probiotic powder sticks: https://store.drruscio.com/products/triple-therapy-probiotic  Elemental Heal: https://store.drruscio.com/pages/elementalheal  Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:12 Sally’s Gut Symptoms 06:49 Sally’s Treatment Plan 16:42 How Sally’s Feeling Now 22:42 Light at the End of the Tunnel Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelruscio/ DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

In this episode, I run through a series of high-quality studies that provide insight to: what is the best type of exercise for depression?  It’s no secret that there are many ways that exercise benefits your physical health, from improving your heart health to reducing the risk of disease.  Knowing its power to improve physical health, it’s worth hearing if it could be as effective or even more effective than drug therapies and other interventions to improve your mental health, and how to tap into those benefits.  Tune in to the episode to hear how you can use exercise to optimize your mood. https://www.drruscio.com/best-exercise-for-depression  Featured Studies  https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2023/03/02/bjsports-2022-106195.long https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36796860/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30257806/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27486153/  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26643054/  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9685718/    Related Sources My fitness burnout story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1E_2jc71H5Q  Talking to Dr. Gabrielle Lyon about protein and muscle health: https://drruscio.com/protein-intake-is-crucial-for-your-health/    Continue Learning Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources   Timestamps 00:00 Intro  01:49 Why Exercise Impacts Mood 03:28 Ideal Frequency & Intensity  05:03 How to Find Your Intensity   06:57 A Word of Caution 07:58 Exercise: The Physiological Explanation  09:55 How to Start AND Fine-Tune   Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.ca/drmichaelruscio/   DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g  *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

In this episode, I talk with Dr. David Jockers about what really works for healing leaky gut syndrome. When your gut is “leaky,” symptoms from diarrhea to joint pain to brain fog can occur.  These symptoms point to a larger issue of an overreactive immune response, which can be calmed down with the right tools in place.  At the clinic, we follow the scientific evidence and listen to how our patients respond to various treatments. With healing leaky gut, we’ve found one supplement that works across the board for patients. We’ve also found what doesn’t work, despite the hype around these modalities.  Listen to the episode to hear the best ways to get a healthier gut and you. https://www.drruscio.com/leaky-gut-inflammation       

In this episode, I share how one of our patients, Amy, struggled to find success with hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for symptoms of anxiety and depression and instead found relief with probiotics.  As she worked through these issues with our clinic’s Dr. Scott, she was able to see the connections between her mood, hormones, and gut health. Amy’s other symptoms were gas, bloating, loose stools, and insomnia.  While there’s not one magic bullet that resolves everyone’s symptoms, probiotics made a substantial difference in Amy’s overall health.  Tune in to hear more about her health journey and how probiotics improve cortisol, gut dysbiosis, sleep, and more. https://www.drruscio.com/hrt-for-symptoms  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

This episode covers updates in probiotic research related to children’s health, oral health, and infections. By listening in, you’ll get answers to the following questions: Does strain-specificity matter when using probiotics for kids? Do probiotics improve tolerance to infant formula? Do probiotics reduce the risk of infants developing allergies? Do probiotics improve GI symptoms in children? Do probiotics help with bad breath? Do probiotic lozenges improve oral health? Can probiotics improve post-surgical, COVID-19, and upper respiratory tract infection outcomes? Hear how these updates in probiotic research can help you know how to use probiotics best for children, oral health, and infections. https://www.drruscio.com/updates-in-probiotic-research  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

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For many people, coffee serves as a go-to energy source. Besides its ability to keep us awake through a long day, is coffee good for you? Listen in to learn how it can help with a wide range of disorders from diabetes to depression. https://www.drruscio.com/is-coffee-good-for-you My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Conventional and functional health practitioners both do things right and wrong when it comes to treating a sluggish thyroid. This episode offers the best data points from both sides, informing you on how to interpret thyroid lab values, determine if thyroid hormone is necessary, and find treatments that improve your symptoms. https://www.drruscio.com/identify-treat-sluggish-thyroid  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

According to research, 37–61% of people may not need to be on thyroid medication. Listen in on the studies that show why medication isn't always the answer to support your thyroid and what can help instead. https://www.drruscio.com/thryoid-medication-may-not-be-needed  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Immersing yourself in a cold shower or an ice bath might sound crazy, but it’s crazy effective, according to research. Hear what health ailments it has shown to benefit and how you can get started doing it yourself. https://www.drruscio.com/cold-exposure-backed-by-science My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

When your gut is inflamed, similar to an injury, sometimes rest is the best solution. An elemental diet (short-term, exclusive consumption of a nutrient-dense meal replacement shake) gives your gut a chance to heal. It’s one of the most effective therapies in our clinic, and the research continues to support its ability to help improve symptoms related to a wide variety of digestive conditions. Hear why it works and how to begin implementing it into your everyday routine for better gut health. https://www.drruscio.com/gut-friendly-meal-replacement-shake  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

A healthy gut can translate to better digestion, skin, metabolism, mood, cognition, and more. But what supplements can help keep your gut health in check? On the podcast, I cover the two most effective supplements for your gut microbiome and cover what other remedies seem effective, but ultimately research says otherwise. https://www.drruscio.com/two-effective-supplements-gut-microbiome  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Challenging yourself in a workout is one thing, but when you ramp up training too much or too hard, it comes with negative side effects. I’ve felt these effects, as have clients of Dr. Mike T. Nelson. In this episode, Dr. Nelson shares how to spot these not-so-obvious signs, overcome them with supplements and adequate rest, and find what exercise intensity works best for you. https://www.drruscio.com/early-warning-signs-of-over-exercising  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Lab testing done by a previous functional health practitioner told John he had Hashimoto’s and needed to avoid meat. Following the practitioner’s recommendations, he began a vegan diet, which only made him feel worse. When John came to our clinic, we listened more to his symptoms rather than lab values and customized a plan that ultimately led to him feeling better. Listen in to hear what dietary and lifestyle recommendations made the difference. https://www.drruscio.com/hashimotos-misdiagnosis  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  We're hiring! To apply for our video editor and co-producer role, please visit drruscio.com/coproducer.

Can testing your genetics improve your health? In this episode, hear the latest evidence that demonstrates why it’s not as helpful as it’s made out to be and what is actually effective for improving mental clarity, weight loss outcomes, digestive issues, and more. https://www.drruscio.com/genetic-testing-for-your-health  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources We're hiring! To apply for our video editor and co-producer role, please visit drruscio.com/coproducer.

In this podcast episode, many natural therapies are under analysis. Can vitamin D improve depression? Does mindfulness relieve long COVID symptoms and ulcerative colitis flares? Are coffee and omega-3s good for your heart? The featured findings can help inform you of tools to use to improve your mood, heart health, immunity, gut health, and more. https://www.drruscio.com/research-backed-health-remedies  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

As an endurance athlete, Eric Hinman knows the commitment, drive, and hard work needed for athletic training. But as he and I have experienced, training too much places your body and mind under extreme stress and can interfere with achieving fitness goals. While detailing my own experience with overtraining, Eric shares what foods, supplements, gentle exercises, and other functional health approaches can help improve exercise recovery, prevent exercise burnout and injuries, and get you back on track with your fitness goals. Listen in. https://www.drruscio.com/how-to-know-overtraining   My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

While there’s a world of bacteria that live in your gut, they have far-reaching effects on your skin, liver, bone, and other organs. Listen in to learn what diets can help you improve your gut bacteria and how to choose which one ultimately works best for you.  https://www.drruscio.com/gut-health-and-diet  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Probiotics are emerging as one of the most effective gut health supports. And the new research I reveal in this podcast highlights new and exciting research about how they can improve non-digestive symptoms. Listen in to learn their effects on women’s health, children’s health, body composition, muscle recovery, and more.  https://www.drruscio.com/benefits-of-probiotics-beyond-the-gut  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

If your probiotics get warm, does that mean they’re less effective? This episode answers this question once and for all and reiterates why probiotics are one of the go-to therapies used in our clinic. https://www.drruscio.com/warm-probiotics-still-effective  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

This episode takes a deeper look at how medications, diets, and behavioral changes impact irritable bowel syndrome and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth symptoms. Hear what research-backed therapies are worth exploring to take control of your own gut health. https://www.drruscio.com/studies-reveal-sibo-and-ibs  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

When overdone or done unnecessarily, functional health tests can impact patients financially and emotionally. Take Jane—a patient at our clinic who spent over $7,000 in total on treatment with a different doctor only to develop an eating disorder and experience worsening symptoms. In this episode, I break down evidence that explains why adrenal, glucose breath, micronutrient, gut dysbiosis, and food allergy tests didn’t help her case—and why they aren’t always necessary to do for treatment. https://www.drruscio.com/consequences-overtesting-overtreatment  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Supporting your amygdala—your brain’s fear response center—could be the key to reducing anxiety, inflammation, and reactions to foods, environmental triggers, and supplements. Listen in to hear how meditating and spending time in nature can quiet an overactive amygdala. https://www.drruscio.com/natural-treatments-improve-mental-health-immunity  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Combining her professional experience with clinical and functional medicine and personal experience with secondary progressive multiple sclerosis, Dr. Terry Wahls created the Wahls Protocol®. This protocol, which is a modified Paleo diet, personally helped Dr. Wahls go from surviving to thriving with multiple sclerosis. Learn more about how she designed the protocol, what foods are a part of the protocol, and what successful outcomes she’s seen from it on healthy aging and chronic health conditions. https://www.drruscio.com/wahls-protocol-autoimmune-disease-diet  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Did you know that altered stress hormones, poor sleep, fatigue, anxiety, and depression all intersect with gut health? There have been many studies that have shown these connections, and the one that I feature in this episode continues to confirm that the benefits of probiotics go beyond the gut. Listen in for a rundown of the study and answers to how long probiotics should be taken and if cortisol testing is necessary. https://www.drruscio.com/healthy-gut-lower-cortisol-levels  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

With a study looking at the effects of an elemental diet on Crohn’s Disease comes the question, “Could it offer symptom relief for other gastrointestinal disorders?” In this episode, learn about the study’s promising findings, what an elemental diet is, why it could be an effective gut-healing tool for IBS, ulcerative colitis, and GERD, and how to begin following one to improve your gut health. https://www.drruscio.com/elemental-diet-crohns-ibs-and-more  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

This episode, our clinic’s very own Dr. Scott and I get personal about our own health journeys, talking about what has worked and what hasn’t. Dr. Scott opens up about how he approached his mold toxicity symptoms of brain fog, fatigue, and loose stools with several remedies — only to find that mold may not be the underlying cause. We also dive deep into the mental and physical health benefits of exercise and two patient success stories who found relief by doing less, not more. https://www.drruscio.com/fine-tuning-your-health  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

In this episode, I run through a series of new research studies that aim to solve these questions:  Does exercise improve fatigue, obsessive-compulsive thinking, cognitive function, and migraines? Is sauna therapy more effective when exercise is also in the mix? If weight loss is the goal, does intermittent fasting or caloric restriction work better?  What kind of diet can help reduce pain associated with fibromyalgia?  Can cold immersion and sauna therapy boost longevity? And more. Listen in to hear what strategies to implement in your health regime for better health. https://www.drruscio.com/6-strategies-boost-longevity-energy  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Tests can be helpful to rule out a serious condition or when the data provided treats the individual. So, what tests are worth doing for IBS? Let’s take a deep dive into the research together to learn what can help assess and treat the root cause of IBS—and what diets can keep symptoms under control. https://www.drruscio.com/best-diets-tests-for-ibs  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

As I reveal the latest studies in female hormones, thyroid health, and menopause, the research findings speak for themselves. Let’s look at what the data says about effective (or not so effective) ways to normalize TSH levels, reduce the risk of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and hypothyroidism, improve sleep during menopause, increase the absorption of the thyroid hormone, and make use of selenium, probiotics, and inositol for thyroid health. Listen in to hear what strategies you can apply to improve your hormonal health. https://www.drruscio.com/hormonal-health-research  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Probiotics have many powers, from restoring the gut microbiome to improving joint pain to boosting mood. When it comes to how they work for IBS and SIBO, there’s a lot of confusion about if they truly do provide symptom relief. In this podcast episode, the featured findings provide clarity about the effectiveness of probiotics for IBS and SIBO and how probiotic supplementation measures up to other drug therapies. Listen in. https://www.drruscio.com/should-you-take-probiotics-for-ibs-sibo  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Emily said it best: complex symptoms don’t need complex treatments. Within a couple of weeks of working with Dr. Scott, Emily experienced complete relief of her long-standing symptoms, such as headaches, bloating after every meal, mood swings, fatigue, and heavy periods. Dr. Scott’s recommendations were simple: avoid over-supplementation and focus on gut therapies, such as triple therapy probiotics and a low FODMAP diet. Hear what else Emily did to invest in her health (and feel better) long-term. https://www.drruscio.com/simple-plan-for-balancing-female-hormones  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

15–20% of the population suffers from IBS symptoms like bloating, diarrhea, constipation, and abdominal pain. While drug therapies such as Rifaximin and Plecanatide may be prescribed to provide symptom relief, is there a place for probiotics? New research shows how probiotics and drugs each play a role in improving IBS. Hear the latest findings and how to use them to make the best decisions for your health. https://www.drruscio.com/medications-probiotics-for-ibs-treatment  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Does taking a cold shower or dunking into an ice water bath seem crazy? Cold water therapy has proven health benefits for your metabolism, immune system, stress tolerance, and fat metabolism. After listening to Dr. Mike T. Nelson explain what cold exposure is good for and how to use it in this episode, you just might find yourself taking the plunge. https://drruscio.com/cold-exposure-therapy-wim-hof-breathing My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Thyroglobulin test results can be tricky to understand, especially ones that are positive. While it may be easy to attribute Grave’s disease or Hashimoto’s based on a positive result, there’s more to explore to truly rule it out and determine your thyroid health status. Listen in to learn how to properly analyze test results, what to do when symptoms don’t improve, and why it’s important to not just treat lab values. My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Heating pads and ibuprofen may provide short-term pain relief for menstrual cramps, but what’s the long-term solution? This is where specific dietary choices, lifestyle modifications, and supplements come into the picture, including chaste tree berry, chamomile, calcium, and more. Find out how these tools can help balance hormones and reduce period pain. https://drruscio.com/natural-remedies-for-menstrual-cramps/  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Fatigue is the hot topic on another series of “Listener Questions.” Hear my answers to these questions from podcast listeners and learn how to apply recommendations to improve your own energy levels: If you complete an elimination diet like the AIP and identify some trigger foods, but it doesn't resolve post-meal fatigue, what next steps would you recommend?   Low carb makes me really tired and has negatively impacted my sleep. I'm worried about eating more carbs. What should I do?  What do you think I should focus on to heal and improve fatigue and thyroid lab markers?  My local functional medicine practitioner put me on 20 supplements, and it’s made me feel worse than when I began. What are your thoughts? When I work out (weight lift) 2x/week, I feel good, but if I do more than that, I feel more tired. What should I do? Can too much thyroid hormone cause fatigue?  If you could make only 1 recommendation to someone to improve their energy levels, what would it be?  What’s the best thing you did to improve your own energy?  What is one thing you thought would improve energy and didn’t? My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Healing from hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s or other thyroid issues can be overwhelming. What if you had a thyroid community cheering you on to meet your health goals? Ginny Mahar and Danna Bowman of Thyroid Refresh have created just that, inspired by their own experiences with thyroid conditions. They’ve also put together “the eight Rs,” a series of eight daily rituals designed to make your health practices fun and sustainable. In this episode, we discuss the rituals, common pitfalls, and your best mindset for healing! https://drruscio.com/?p=47963 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

It can be tough to stay in the know about gut health research, especially with new findings being released regularly. To make things easier, I break down recent studies and offer insights into what they mean for your own gut health. Tune in to this episode to hear what interventions can support your digestion, cognition, endocrine function, skin and joint health, and more. https://www.drruscio.com/new-gut-health-research  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Probiotic research is growing—what’s the latest now? Listen in to learn about studies that analyze how the following conditions respond to probiotic supplementation:  H. Pylori Eczema  Hypothyroidism Prostate infections Diabetes  Arthritis  Respiratory infections  Allergic rhinitis  Prediabetes/diabetes  IBS-Diarrhea  Ulcerative colitis https://www.drruscio.com/probiotic-updates-gut-skin-disorders My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

A recent study showing that serotonin and depression are not linked has seemingly set the world ablaze, and it is quickly changing the conversation around mental health. However, there's more to the story. Let’s look at exactly what serotonin is and how it works, the validity of this new serotonin research, and what this means for treating depression moving forward. (Hint: the study did NOT show that any therapies or treatments modulating serotonin, like Saint John's Wart or SSRIs, are therefore ineffective) https://drruscio.com/serotonin-and-depression  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

An unhealthy relationship with food can manifest as being overly fearful about eating certain foods.  This can be problematic for people who have been researching healthy diets because there are different healthy diets, all calling to remove different foods.  It’s important to understand how to eat healthy while also maintaining a healthy relationship with food. Let’s expand upon how to cultivate this healthy relationship. https://drruscio.com/?p=27368 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

It can be challenging to navigate food intolerances, allergies, or sensitivities. But the process can be made easier by skipping the food allergy test kits and following an elimination diet. An elimination diet allows you to know if a food is truly harmful or if it can be reintroduced later when inflammation has calmed down. Listen in to learn how temporarily removing the most common inflammatory foods from your diet can help you identify food triggers and know what you can safely eat. https://www.drruscio.com/gold-standard-food-allergies  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Fasting has health benefits for metabolic health, blood sugar, sleep, longevity, and your immune system, but it’s not always easy to know where to start. In this podcast, Mike Mutzel shares tips on how to create a personalized intermittent fasting plan, an optimal intermittent fasting schedule, and how exercise and fasting work together. https://drruscio.com/fasting-finding-the-right-protocol-for-you My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

If you haven’t heard about muscle-centric medicine, you might be surprised to hear that skeletal muscles may be the key to longevity. Here to elaborate more on this is Dr. Gabrielle Lyon–a functional medicine physician specializing in this innovative approach. In her practice, she emphasizes building muscle to improve metabolic health, combat diseases, and long-term wellness. Listen in to learn the science behind muscle-centric medicine and how you can benefit from consuming adequate protein and performing resistance training exercises. https://drruscio.com/protein-intake-is-crucial-for-your-health  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Another podcast episode dedicated to gut health updates is here, providing a unique opportunity to hear about new findings and if they can help you better your health. While the featured studies shine the spotlight on how gut health conditions like SIBO, IBS, IBD, and travelers’ diarrhea respond to various treatments, they also show what we’ve known for a while: your gut bacteria speaks volumes about your mood, fatigue, and other non-digestive symptoms. Tune in to hear if Rifaximin, sodium butyrate, 5-HTP, vitamin D, the low FODMAP diet, and fecal microbiota transplantation at reducing symptoms for a wide range of health conditions. https://www.drruscio.com/exciting-gut-health-updates-buytrate-rifxamin My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Protein helps repair and build your body’s tissues, keep your immune system strong, and transport and store nutrients. Since it’s critical to your health, it’s important to know how to optimize your protein intake. Are animal-based foods superior to plant-based foods? Can you obtain all the nutrients you need from only plant-based foods? Nutrition scientist Dr. Stephan van Vliet shares the latest research findings that provide answers to these questions. https://www.drruscio.com/optimizing-protein-intake-plant-based-meats  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Fatigue, brain fog, and GI disturbances are symptoms that some of our practitioners have both clinically treated and personally experienced. If you’re wondering how to get better and achieve optimal health, hear it first from me, Dr. Joe Mather, and Dr. Scott Spiridigliozzi that strength training, saunas, cardio, cold exposure therapy, and "supplement holidays" may do more wonders than you can imagine. Learn how to push past limiting beliefs and implement healthy lifestyle behaviors while listening to your body and treating your symptoms. https://www.drruscio.com/overcoming-obstacles-fitness-health-journey  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Everyone has dry skin every once in a while, but if it’s constantly dry, itchy, red, and sore, eczema may be the culprit. Dr. Stephanie Davis is no stranger to eczema — she battled it herself and now empowers children to do the same. Listen in as she discusses how the everyday air we breathe and the food we consume impacts eczema and what natural solutions provide relief. https://www.drruscio.com/overlooked-causes-of-eczema  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Patients of Dr. Jenny Tufenkian–Naturopathic Physician and Functional Medicine Educator–often seek her expertise to solve and overcome complex chronic illnesses. By listening to their symptoms and interpreting lab markers, Dr. Tufenkian can determine if a current or reactivated virus like Epstein-Barr or herpes simplex is what’s causing chronic pain, fatigue, and frequent infections. Listen in to learn how to connect the dots between symptoms and viruses, and how to use natural remedies for relief. https://www.drruscio.com/chronic-fatigue-and-viruses My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

For optimal healing, a patient needs their symptoms, not their lab test results, to be treated. In this episode, I offer dietary and lifestyle solutions for people looking to improve their gut microbiome and overcome digestive and non-digestive symptoms caused by small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) and gut dysbiosis.  Listen in to hear the answers to these specific questions:  What test do you recommend for gut dysbiosis, even if you've already been tested for SIBO and it was negative? I have SIBO-related symptoms. Can I do treatments without getting tested for SIBO?  What are your thoughts on using the Food Marble for monitoring the efficacy of SIBO treatment and food intolerances?  I have had chronic SIBO for 10 years which was not diagnosed until approximately 4 years ago. I feel like I have to stay on antimicrobials indefinitely. I react to most foods when I add them in, therefore my diet is extremely limited. Why am I so reactive to food?  I understand that Dr. Ruscio likes to try the triple probiotic therapy first with SIBO before trying antibiotics or antimicrobials. However, from what I learned you want to avoid lactobacillus species since they are hydrogen-producing and like to live in the small intestine. For that reason, should I just try S. boulardii, bifidobacterium, and soil based?  How long should I take herbal antimicrobials when treating SIBO? I have tested positive for SIBO, methane predominant, and I tried Rifaximin and neomycin. These improved my SIBO breath test but had major gas and belching, brain fog, and fatigue after treatment. I then tried antimicrobial herbs, and SIBO test results were much worse. However, since I’ve stopped herbals, my brain fog and fatigue are much better, but I’m having indigestion/belching with really smelly stools. What is going on?  I’m currently experiencing symptoms of dysbiosis and leaky gut, and I’m not entirely sure if herbal antimicrobials would help my dysbiosis or make it worse. Do antimicrobial herbs kill good bacteria as well? My goal is to rebalance my microbiome in favor of the beneficial bacteria. https://www.drruscio.com/listener-questions-healing-sibo-dysbiosis-food-reactions My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

From the start, Oura—a Finnish health technology company—has capitalized on the latest technological advances, designing the Oura Ring that helps people measure, understand, and improve their sleep habits.  Now, Shyamal Patel—Head of Science at Oura—speaks about how this wearable technology now has the ability to predict periods, track fitness performance, detect sleep breathing disturbances, and measure heart rate throughout the day and during workouts. https://www.drruscio.com/new-oura-ring-features-to-track-sleep-quality-hormones-and-more My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Developed by Harvard psychiatrist and researcher, Dr. Chris Palmer, the brain energy theory of mental illness highlights the connection between mental health and metabolism. Its basis is that mental disorders are actually metabolic disorders of the brain. This new understanding opens the door to new, safer treatments for depression, schizophrenia, anxiety, and other mental health disorders. Hear how Dr. Palmer has put his theory into action for his psychiatric patients and what dietary and lifestyle changes you can make to improve your mood, energy, and quality of life. https://www.drruscio.com/brain-energy-a-model-for-improving-mental-health  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

We all want to maintain the sharpest brain possible, especially as we age. And now, new research is showing that probiotics may be able to play a role in doing so. A new study published in the Journal of Alzheimer's disease looked at the relationship between probiotics, cognitive function, and brain atrophy. While I dive deep into the study’s outcomes, I also speak on why multi-strain probiotics are preferred and how else probiotics benefit gut, brain, immune, and liver health. Listen in to learn more about the power of probiotics. https://www.drruscio.com/probiotics-prevent-brain-atrophy-and-improve-cognition  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

When Reid–a father to two children and sports enthusiast–continued to get injuries and feel fatigued, he decided to make dietary and lifestyle changes to improve his own health and inspire his kids to adopt similar habits. By transitioning to eating a whole-foods anti-inflammatory diet alone, his energy, chronic pain, and mood improved. His 1 and 3-year-old eventually caught onto the craze of these healthier foods, which caused noticeable positive changes in their temper, sleep, and energy. In the episode, he speaks about what foods he and his kids now eat and how (to his own surprise) ice baths played a major role in his healing. https://www.drruscio.com/the-power-of-diet-resolving-chronic-pain-and-helping-kids-thrive My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Dive deep into the data to hear how polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), heavy metal toxicity, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), antibiotic-assisted diarrhea, Parkinson’s disease, and other health conditions respond to multi-strain and soil-based probiotics. https://www.drruscio.com/probiotics-for-brain-health-kids-respiratory-infections  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

While gastrointestinal symptoms like bloating, constipation, abdominal pain, and diarrhea can certainly indicate a gut imbalance, they aren’t the only signs to look out for. Hear the four surprising symptoms that might indicate an unhealthy gut and what to do about it. https://www.drruscio.com/4-hidden-warning-signs-of-gut-issues-to-address  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

When it comes to recovering from mold exposure, Dr. Joe Mather–the Medical Director at the Ruscio Institute for Functional Medicine–can speak from both personal and clinical experiences. Personally, his healing journey with mold was non-linear, with ups and downs that ultimately taught him how to push past limiting beliefs and find what works best. Clinically, he helps patients at our clinic overcome mold toxicity and its associated symptoms of brain fog, chronic fatigue, GI issues, and more.  Both experiences have given him unique insights into mold testing and treatment. In the episode, he expands on his story, and we share how protein, exercise, and thiamine and B-vitamin supplementation have particularly helped patients with mold toxicity, SIBO, and other conditions. https://www.drruscio.com/improving-mold-by-optimizing-protein-and-exercise  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Like many patients coming into our clinic, Shereen was used to working with functional medicine practitioners who ordered many expensive lab tests immediately to determine her treatment. But the continuous testing didn’t provide symptom relief, prompting her to look to our clinic for additional assistance.  When she began working with Dr. Ruscio, she was surprised to find his recommendations for healing weren’t based on lab markers; they were instead based on her symptoms. Shereen implemented dietary and lifestyle changes recommended by Dr. Ruscio and ultimately found her gut health, workouts, female hormone imbalances, and food reactions improving.  Listen in to hear how her health journey began and what got her feeling better. https://drruscio.com/how-to-improve-gut-health-without-expensive-lab-tests  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

As a pelvic floor physical therapist, Dr. Jandra Mueller digs deeper into the root cause of chronic pelvic pain. For some women, it’s explained by endometriosis—an inflammatory condition where endometrial-like tissue lives outside of the uterus. Other symptoms of endometriosis go beyond the pelvic floor, causing painful periods, gut health issues, infertility, and more. While getting a diagnosis for endometriosis is often complex, Dr. Mueller simplifies what women can do to determine if it is driving their symptoms.  https://www.drruscio.com/endometriosis-causes-abdominal-pain-bloating-constipation  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Exciting clinical research on probiotics continues to emerge. In this podcast episode, I review studies that examine the effectiveness of probiotics for improving cognition, female hormones, diarrhea, body fat reduction, and more. I also provide critical information about how to pick a high-quality probiotic and treat symptoms, not just lab values.  https://www.drruscio.com/probiotics-for-brain-health-gut-health-hormone-balance  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

For a patient of our clinic’s own Dr. Hannah Hamlin, she received two diagnoses from previous practitioners: colitis and hypothyroidism. While the colitis was evident from endoscopic imaging, her hypothyroidism was questionable, especially with her thyroid lab results being in the normal range. Dr. Hamlin followed our clinic’s approach of looking at her symptoms, medical history, previous response to treatment, and lab values to determine the right course of treatment.   In the episode, she shares how her patient’s symptoms of diarrhea, fecal incontinence, orthostatic hypertension, anxiety, PMS, and more dramatically decreased when implementing dietary and lifestyle changes necessary to healing the mind and body. Tune in to hear the patient’s full story and how to establish a healthy mindset for a healthy you. https://www.drruscio.com/colitis-hypothyroid-case-study-importance-of-mindset  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Diana Rodgers—dietitian, author, and filmmaker—speaks internationally about the intersection of optimal human nutrition, regenerative agriculture, and food justice. In this episode, her expertise in and passion for sustainability comes out as she discusses why it's important to shift away from the anti-meat narrative and instead toward improving our food systems, ecosystem, and health. Listen in to hear why producing and eating meat may do more good than harm. https://www.drruscio.com/is-meat-bad-for-the-environment  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

Questions are in from podcast listeners. Listen in to hear my responses to the following thyroid health questions:  How important is it to look at all the values in a complete thyroid panel and not only TSH? Is 4.5 too high for TSH? Would you be alarmed if the TSH number was the only number that was high, and no other negative symptoms were experienced? Would you recommend someone with subclinical hypothyroidism use meds? What if your TPO antibodies and the rest of your thyroid tests are normal, but your Thyroglobulin Antibodies are through the roof? If someone has SIBO and Hashimoto's but seems to tolerate gluten well, do they absolutely need to avoid gluten? How could improving my gut health improve my thyroid function? Can SIBO lower T3 and sex hormones? https://www.drruscio.com/tsh-thyroid-antibodies-gluten-common-questions My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources   

Dr. Kien Vuu—famously known as Doctor V—is a passionate health and human optimization champion and best-selling author of Thrive State: Your Blueprint for Optimal Health, Longevity, and Peak Performance. He shares how you can get your brain off autopilot mode and thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. Tune in to hear how to push past negative beliefs, overcome challenges, and unlock your true potential. https://www.drruscio.com/gamechanging-strategies-optimal-health-and-longevity  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Poor sleep can happen for many reasons. Maybe it’s due to a new supplement, high-stress levels, or not eating or drinking enough throughout the day. When I experienced a week of insomnia, I pinpointed the cause fairly quickly: my air purifier stopped working. Air purifiers can help lighten allergen load, filter harmful chemicals, and remove mold spores from the air. Tune in to hear how fixing my air purifier and ensuring my house had good air quality got me back to sleeping through the night.  https://www.drruscio.com/i-had-insomnia-and-fixed-it-with-this  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

How does using T3 affect your heart health? How can you spot the truth behind a catchy, clickbait headline? What’s new in probiotics research? Don’t miss out on the many discussion points in this episode, all of which can help you interpret true clinical findings and use the information to better your health. Tune in now. https://drruscio.com/thyroid-hormone-harm-news-on-probiotics My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Eric Hinman–endurance athlete (5x Ironman)–knows a thing or two about training and recovering from workouts in a healthy way. In this episode, he shares what did (and didn’t) help him achieve his fitness goals and how he eventually found a routine that fueled his body and mind. Listen in to hear the power of sauna therapy, cold exposure, strength training, and daily movement for reaching peak athletic performance and optimizing health. https://www.drruscio.com/from-saunas-to-deadlifts-how-to-boost-fitness-performance  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Earlier this year, Dr. Stasha Gominak–neurologist and creator of RightSleep®–was on Dr. Ruscio Radio, sharing her research findings that showed a connection between vitamin intake, gut health, and sleep. Now, she’s back on the podcast to elaborate more on the surprising link between gut health and sleep health. That’s right: your gut microbiome plays a bigger role in a good night’s sleep (or two) than you may think. Listen in to learn how you can optimize your gut health and get back to sleeping well. https://drruscio.com/the-surprising-link-between-gut-and-sleep-health/ My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

A deep dive into the use of FMT for improving the gut microbiota, reducing sugar cravings, and healing other non-digestive symptoms with Enid Taylor Over 15 years ago, Enid Taylor founded the Taymount Clinic, which originally focused on gut health and colonic hydrotherapy. Flash forward to 2011, her clinic became the first in the northern hemisphere to specialize in Fecal Microbiota Transplant (FMT). In this episode, Enid Taylor shares how FMT became a main staple in her practice, what criteria she uses to determine who’s a good candidate for it, and what other health conditions beyond candida it’s helped her patients with. Listen in to hear the surprising benefits of FMT for gut and overall health. https://www.drruscio.com/fecal-microbiota-transplant-is-it-helpful-for-candida  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

There are many research-backed ways to increase quality of life and slow or prevent age-related diseases. In this episode, Dr. Greg Kelly–naturopathic physician and author of Shape Shift–expands on senolytics, a class of drugs that show positive effects on aging, brain and skin health, and anabolic resistance. Hear how senolytics, along with strength and resistance training, walking, perfecting your circadian rhythm, and consuming protein, can help you age and feel well. https://www.drruscio.com/reducing-aging-and-increasing-quality-of-life-with-senolytics  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Should you follow the Autoimmune-Paleo, Paleo, or low FODMAP diet to optimize your thyroid health? Are iron and HCL supplements needed to improve your thyroid symptoms? In my new thyroid course, I’ll be providing answers to these questions based on your labs, symptoms, health history, and previous response to treatment. https://drruscio.com/thyroid-course/  In this episode, I outline how the modules in my thyroid course will help you avoid over-supplementation, broaden your diet, and ultimately find the treatment that works best for you. https://www.drruscio.com/a-personalized-thyroid-support-protocol  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Did you know that gut health is more likely to be a problem than thyroid health? What’s tricky is that gut and thyroid symptoms often overlap. In my new thyroid course, I make it simple. I’ll explain how to interpret thyroid lab results, improve gut and thyroid symptoms, and reduce or wean off of thyroid medication. https://drruscio.com/thyroid-course/  In this episode, I cover the power of dietary and lifestyle interventions for a healthier gut and thyroid. Listen in to learn how you can naturally support your thyroid and gut health. https://drruscio.com/gut-thyroid-nutrient-axis-natural-thyroid-supports  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

I’m so excited to announce that I have finally put together a course on thyroid health. I developed this course because of what I see in my clinical practice every single week: patients who have seen conventional doctors and alternative or functional medicine doctors, who have done their own research, and who still have symptoms. My clinical team and I have learned so much by obsessing over all of the latest thyroid, gut, and autoimmunity research, and by working with patients every day. I’m proud to say that we have developed a practical, evidence-based model for treating patients with persistent thyroid problems, and it works. Now, I’m sharing everything we’ve learned with you, to empower you to take back control of your thyroid, your gut, your overall health, and your life. https://drruscio.com/thyroid-course/  In today’s episode, I’ll walk you through the first four modules of my new thyroid course, which focus on the current state of thyroid care, some of the most pervasive myths in the thyroid community, real cases studies from our clinic, how to really define your thyroid condition and interpret your labs, where the gaps are in both conventional and alternative medicine, and more. Later, we’ll cover the treatments and diets that do and don’t work, and how to properly sequence them and put them into action so that you can feel better. https://drruscio.com/how-to-diagnose-hypothyroid-and-hashimotos-and-reliable-symptoms  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

For many years, Dr. Hedberg has been a speaker in the functional medicine arena, presenting on autoimmune disease and the connection between infections and chronic illness. In this podcast, he speaks about why long COVID affects some more than others and what nutritional, herbal, and lifestyle interventions can help improve symptoms. Listen in to hear more. https://drruscio.com/long-covid-natural-treatment-strategies  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Today we will cover listener questions, including: Do you hear about GI symptoms after COVID Vaccine often? Can Berberine help with different forms of SIBO? Does intermittent fasting make reflux worse? Is it ok to use antimicrobials along with probiotics at the same time? How to take probiotics on a budget? How to apply your hormone balance supplements with menstrual status? Why can some people eat a lot of food and not feel full? https://drruscio.com/listener-questions-intermittent-fasting-antimicrobials-sibo  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

While there is a subset of people who feel better by taking T3 and T4 together, the study featured in this episode reveals potential negative side effects. This finding reiterates the importance of using therapies that work best for treating symptoms, not just lab work. Our clinic’s very own Dr. Scott went through a process of trial-and-error to find relief for his food sensitivities and heal from mold exposure. Tune in to the podcast to hear interesting insights about limbic retraining, the GUPTA program, and why the sequence of treatments is so important. https://drruscio.com/major-thyroid-hormone-update-journey-with-mold  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

It may be easy to gloss over simple, cost-free lifestyle changes you can make to improve your health, especially when the latest new gadgets or health crazes appear. It’s important to look at what the research says. In this case, spending time in nature and developing (and sticking to) a sound sleeping routine has been proven to increase longevity, reduce stress levels, and improve sleep quality. Listen to the studies that support this evidence and how you can benefit from quality sleep and time spent outdoors. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0dO2J8_-yQ  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Patients often come to our clinic wondering why they’re still experiencing symptoms despite taking thyroid medication. Come to find out, their labs and symptoms don’t correlate with a thyroid diagnosis. Instead, they find relief by discontinuing thyroid medication and improving their gut health. I've been down a similar path before—following a lab result, taking a thyroid hormone, and feeling worse, to then discovering a thyroid misdiagnosis. Listen in as I share my experience and how important it is to interpret thyroid test results correctly. https://drruscio.com/i-went-on-thyroid-hormone  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

David Tomen is the founder of Nootropics Expert–an online source featuring research on nootropics and neuroscience and tips for better brain health. In this episode, he shares his knowledge of nicotine and other brain-boosting supplements. To your surprise, you will hear how nicotine, when used occasionally in low doses, can help improve mood, memory, cognitive performance, reaction time, and concentration. Listen in to hear the science behind it all and what may help you enhance your cognition. https://drruscio.com/nicotine-for-cognitive-enhancement-improved-brain-health  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

This podcast episode covers a wide range of research topics, inviting you to learn about the potential connections between: Iodine deficiency and hypothyroidism Vitamin D and erectile dysfunction Sleep apnea and anxiety and depression Subclinical hypothyroidism and bone health Low carb diets and kidney disease Omega 3s and blood pressure Mold exposure and fatigue Tune in to hear what the research reveals. https://drruscio.com/iodine-thyroid-hashimotos-sleep-research-updates My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Think of myofunctional therapy as physical therapy, but only focusing on mouth, tongue, and face muscles. Sarah Hornsby—a registered dental hygienist and orofacial myofunctional therapist—explains how muscular imbalances in these areas may result in breathing problems, which have a great impact on our sleep quality, cognitive function, joint health, and energy levels. In the podcast, she offers a simple 30-second assessment you can do to determine if you’re sleeping efficiently throughout the night, along with tips on how to improve your breathing for better health. Listen in now. https://drruscio.com/simple-self-assessment-for-impaired-sleep-quality  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

When looking for a way to heal your gut, it’s important to listen to what the research says. In this episode, the latest gut health studies feature the following interventions: Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) Butyrate The low FODMAP diet Probiotics Prokinetics Meditation Internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) Listen in to discover more about the efficacy of these interventions on IBS, SIBO, acid reflux, and more. https://drruscio.com/dysbiosis-low-fodmap-research-updates  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

When your brain is functioning at its finest, you may find it easier to solve problems, make decisions, retain information, and concentrate. For better brain health, all it may take is a change in your morning routine. Learn what three things you can do every morning to keep you and your brain healthy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENj0ppNoHaU My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

When Damien came into the clinic, he expressed how he had tried various diets, including gluten-free, vegan, low-carb, and carnivore only to still wind up with constant, severe diarrhea. He was aware that other factors, such as excessive drinking and emotional trauma, contributed to his flare-ups. Our focus was to find what worked best for him. In his case, it was a combination of probiotics, a low FODMAP diet, and our Gut Rebuild Nutrients formula. Damien discusses how following this protocol, along with removing unhealthy foods, reducing stress, and cutting back on drinking alcohol, allowed him to hit the reset button and feel better. Hear how he improved his gut and overall health and what advice he has for anyone that has been in a similar situation. https://drruscio.com/low-fodmap-and-probiotics-for-chronic-digestive-symptoms  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Heart disease is one of the most common causes of death worldwide, but it’s not inevitable. 90% of the risks can be prevented. Wondering how? This video identifies the four signs of heart disease you shouldn’t ignore and how to address them for optimal heart health. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kmdu0C-XbJg  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Many gut health related questions came in from listeners, which prompted responses about the benefits of triple therapy probiotics, limbic retraining, digestive enzymes, and Elemental Heal for acid reflux, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), gastritis, and other gastrointestinal conditions. Outside of the gut health discussions, a few other questions were asked: How does dysbiosis affect bladder health? If stevia is an irritant, what’s another healthy sweetener to use? Is there a connection between hydrogen SIBO and sound sensitivity? Tune in to hear the answers and learn more. https://drruscio.com/listener-questions-acid-reflux-sibo-paleo-diet  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Knowing whether or not gluten is an issue for you is important. If it is, it can cause inflammation and uncomfortable digestive issues. If not, your diet may be more limited than it needs to be. In this video, I cover how to eliminate and then reintroduce gluten in your diet as well as when to consider other potential culprits of your symptoms, like FODMAPs and prebiotics. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDnnkNUCgo4  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

While the Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) is just one of the lab markers on a standard thyroid panel, it carries a lot of weight. If it’s interpreted incorrectly, someone may end up on lifelong thyroid medication that they don’t need. In the video, I explain which TSH levels are considered normal and which values truly warrant medication. Watch now to learn the steps to take for better thyroid and overall health. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7n0P47YWRo  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

While the main symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) are known, the root cause can often be a mystery to a patient. Dr. Jennifer Tufenkian—naturopathic physician and functional medicine educator—has spent two decades treating CFS and helping patients regain their energy. In this episode, she shares her clinical wisdom about what natural remedies work to combat chronic fatigue caused by viral infections, mold and heavy metal toxicity, emotional trauma, hormonal imbalances, and mitochondria dysfunction. https://drruscio.com/chronic-fatigue-mitochondria-and-other-4-causes  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

In the story of modern medicine, antibiotics play the role of both hero and villain. They are often prescribed to clear up respiratory, abdominal, vaginal, pelvic, ear, sinus, and throat infections. But as with any medication, they can come with unwanted side effects. However, not all antibiotics are created equal. Some antibiotics offer more benefits and fewer risks, and vice versa. To know which these are and why it’s a must to take probiotics with them, watch our video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTjcioXVTOE  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Your rib cage and pelvic floor play a bigger role in improving chronic pain, abdominal distention, digestion, and sexual function than you may think. Deborah Bowes—physical therapist and Guild Certified Feldenkrais teacher—shares how to reduce rib cage tension and improve gut, pelvic, and mental health using breathing and movement exercises. Listen in as she provides more information about how her techniques and the Feldenkrais Method have helped people with complex health conditions and have not had much success with traditional therapies. https://drruscio.com/pelvic-floor-therapy-for-better-gut-health My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

By now, you have likely heard about the connection between your gut and other organs like your thyroid, brain, and liver. This episode has the latest findings about these unique connections, particularly between: Depression and gastrointestinal symptoms Gut microbiota and mood disorders Gut dysbiosis and rheumatoid arthritis IBS and hypnotherapy GI infections and post-infectious IBS Histamine intolerance and gut dysbiosis SIBO and subclinical hypothyroid … and a lot more. Tune in to the episode for gut health research updates. https://drruscio.com/what-your-gut-microbiota-says-about-mood-thyroid-and-more  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Are your symptoms coming from your gut or somewhere else? Gut issues like Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) can cause digestive and non-digestive symptoms, making it tricky to understand what to treat and how to find relief. To help you identify if SIBO is the root cause of your fatigue, brain fog, bloating, and thyroid and mood issues, I provide the main signs and symptoms to look out for. Watch the video now to learn more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmKxwSlf1iU  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Typically, this podcast segment covers thyroid and female hormonal health research updates, but this episode also includes updates relevant to diet and lifestyle. Don’t miss out on hearing the unique relationships between: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and heavy metals Graves Disease and long-term antithyroid drug supplementation Phytoestrogens and peri/post menopause Meditation and depression Fish intake and cognition Sauna therapy and athletic performance Red ginseng and chronic fatigue Tune in to the episode. https://drruscio.com/research-backed-interventions-thyroid-female-hormones  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

What started as a Type 1 diabetes diagnosis as a teenager resulted in Dr. Hannah Hamlin from our clinic studying nutritional science and pursuing a career in functional medicine. Through her studies and personal experiences, Hannah explored various lifestyle and nutrition strategies to improve her blood sugar levels, sleep, and fatigue. Listen in to hear what ultimately stuck through the process of trial and error and other ways you can support your gut and hormonal health. https://drruscio.com/managing-type-1-diabetes-with-diet-meditation-and-more  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

It’s crucial to correct high thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels, but even more important to understand what is considered a high level. To make this process simpler for you to navigate, I provide information about the lab value cutoffs, the benefits of consuming selenium and inositol in supplement or food form, and the optimal timing for retesting levels. Watch the video to learn more about how to improve your thyroid health. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ktk4qYEUpk  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you need clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Are two therapies better than one? The latest probiotics research covers a wide range of health conditions, from SIBO to psoriasis, and shows the outcomes of combining probiotics with other therapies like antimicrobials and antihistamines. Listen to the podcast to learn more about what may be beneficial for treating symptoms of depression, allergic rhinitis, IBS, SIBO, asthma, and other health conditions. https://drruscio.com/probiotics-do-they-work-best-on-their-own-or-in-conjunction  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Your mitochondria are known as the powerhouses of a cell for a reason. Their job is to power nearly every function and biochemical process that happens in your body. With a lot of tasks to perform, it’s important to keep your mitochondria healthy. Ari Whitten—author of Eat for Energy: How to Beat Fatigue, Supercharge Your Mitochondria, and Unlock All-Day Energy—provides nutrition and lifestyle strategies that can be a gamechanger for improving your mitochondrial function and enhancing your energy, focus, mood, and memory. Tune in to the podcast to hear our discussion. https://drruscio.com/how-to-keep-your-mitochondria-healthy-for-better-energy  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Did you know that excessive fear of the sun might be leading to more than 40% of the population being vitamin D deficient? Overcoming this fear, plus paying attention to the signs of a vitamin D deficiency, can benefit your immunity, mood, energy levels, metabolism, and so much more. Watch the video to learn the 10 signs of a vitamin D deficiency and what you can do about them. https://drruscio.com/10-vitamin-d-deficiency-symptoms-what-you-can-do-about-them  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Another podcast about gut health research is in the books. This episode, I present findings about how health conditions like hydrogen SIBO, Crohns, Celiac Disease, skin rosacea, and allergic rhinitis respond to SIBO CBD oil, a gluten-free diet, glutamine, probiotics, the low FODMAP diet, vitamins B12 and D, and other interventions. Listen in to hear what the latest research says. https://drruscio.com/the-latest-gut-health-research-sibo-fodmaps-more  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Growing up in an abusive household, being homeless, and contemplating suicide, Michael Unbroken decided to do whatever it takes to have the life he wanted to have. Today, he’s a successful entrepreneur, life coach, speaker, and best-selling author for adult survivors of childhood trauma. Listen in as he shares what allowed him to push past these traumatic experiences to reach physical and mental well-being and learn which techniques he advises to those in a similar situation. https://drruscio.com/how-to-overcome-trauma-and-advocate-for-your-health  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Getting the right diagnosis of any condition is critical in order to heal. With thyroid conditions, 30-60% of patients have been incorrectly diagnosed and are instructed to take lifelong medication. Not only does this lead someone down the wrong path, but it also often leaves them with unresolved symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and anxiety. In this video, I break down the five most reliable signs of hypothyroidism, offer what to do about a positive and negative thyroid test, and how to find true relief of symptoms. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UH-8RwGrygM  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

This podcast episode covers the latest research about a wide range of health conditions and potential treatments. Listening in provides you with the opportunity to learn more about the value of Vitamin D supplementation, Wim Hof Method, herbal remedies, low carb diets, cognitive behavioral therapy, high potassium, and nerve stimulation. Could these methods be something you add to your toolbox? Tune in to hear what the studies show may (or may not) work. https://drruscio.com/experiencing-better-sleep-less-stress-according-to-research  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

In this episode, the latest probiotics research shows how H. Pylori, IBS, depression, vaginal candidiasis, gastroenteritis, and other health conditions respond to probiotic supplementation. Are you curious if multi-strain probiotics like Triple Therapy Probiotics and soil-based probiotics are more effective in treating symptoms of IBS? Do you want to know if taking probiotics can help improve clinical outcomes of patients with colorectal cancer? Tune in now for answers. https://drruscio.com/are-certain-probiotics-more-effective-for-ibs-depression  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

There are a number of updates in gut health—and knowing about them may be able to give you an idea of what approaches may be useful for your own healing. Listen in to hear the effects that gluten, the low FODMAP diet, the elemental diet, aspirin, and long-term use of rifaximin have on your gut and overall health. https://drruscio.com/new-gut-health-research-fodmaps-gluten-elemental-diet  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

The latest thyroid health findings are in and are about hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s. This research reveals what medications—either taken solo or combined—are effective at reducing symptoms of brain fog, fatigue, and pain. Listen in to learn more about what each study shows, how to accurately interpret a thyroid lab, and how to best treat your thyroid with diet, lifestyle modifications, and gut health interventions. https://drruscio.com/thyroid-updates-treating-hypothyroidism-and-interpreting-labs  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On the search for answers about joint pain and stiffness in her hands, Susie came across functional medicine and our clinic. While she was aware of anti-inflammatory diets and other evidence-based interventions, she was struggling to find the right combination that worked best for her. By treating her—not her labs—we were able to provide her with answers to her initial questions, an actionable and effective plan, and get her symptoms under control. Listen in to hear how Susie used Elemental Heal, Triple Therapy Probiotics, fasting, and the autoimmune paleo diet to feel better. https://drruscio.com/conquering-arthritis-with-functional-medicine  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Did you know that there are over 100 healthy foods rich in prebiotics? Prebiotics help feed the good bacteria in our gut and have been shown to reduce inflammation, repair leaky gut syndrome, bolster short-chain fatty acid production, improve constipation and mood, prevent migraines, and so much more. While I advise to eat the widest array possible from the food list we provide, I also exercise caution as consuming too many prebiotic-rich foods (especially with a sensitive gut) may increase symptoms of gas, bloating, and diarrhea. Watch the video to learn more about prebiotic foods and if they can help get your gut microbiome in healthy shape. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8YJ_WNE6Hc  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Dr. Joe Mather, Medical Director at the Ruscio Institute for Functional Medicine, and I cover a number of questions related to small intestinal bacterial growth (SIBO) and food intolerances. Listen in to get your answers about how to know if you do or don’t have SIBO (according to the breath test), treat hydrogen-sulfide SIBO and leaky gut syndrome, and expand your diet and improve food intolerances. https://drruscio.com/read-sibo-test-results-overcome-food-intolerances  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Today we cover listener questions. We go over: Why food allergy tests may not accurately reflect your symptoms. Whether Elemental Heal is helpful for histamine intolerance, possible mold illness, and gut problems. The hype around the lectin-free diet—and if it’s warranted. Reframing your health path to focus on your symptoms, not lab markers. The difference between the two Intestinal Support Formula formulations. Why low fecal elastase may be presenting in unexpected ways. https://drruscio.com/listener-questions-food-allergies-elemental-dieting-lectins  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Struggling with brain fog (brain inflammation) or chronic fatigue (which tends to go hand-in-hand with brain fog)? One of the often missed causes is gut health, and the overlooked brain gut connection. When struggling with brain fog symptoms like fatigue, trouble focusing, forgetfulness, and haziness in your thought processes, it's likely stemming from problems in your gut and related to the blood brain barrier. What does gut health have to do with brain fog and fatigue? Inflammation in the gut is just the starting point as to what could be going on. Watch this video to learn how to get rid of brain fog (hint: probiotics are a great starting point!) and function better in your life! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ze-tgmDUwNs  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Optometrist and nutrition specialist Dr. Neda Gioia of Integrative Vision believes that healthy eyes start with a healthy body. So what are some healthy foods and habits you can adopt to protect and preserve your eye health? Dr. Neda not only shares why it’s critical to eat well, reduce screen time, perform eye exercises, and choose the right supplements, but also how you can begin making these necessary dietary and lifestyle changes to reduce or prevent ocular and neurodegenerative diseases. Listen in to learn more. https://drruscio.com/healthy-foods-habits-for-optimal-eye-health  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Probiotics and diet is usually what I recommend as the first line of treatment, but what happens when you’ve tried both and are still facing health challenges? Immunoglobulins, the main ingredient of our Intestinal Support Formula, is a more novel treatment for healing and repairing your gut and supporting your immune system. In the podcast, I run through the latest research that shows how immunoglobulins can help improve a wide range of health conditions and how to implement Intestinal Support Formula into your regimen. https://drruscio.com/immunoglobulins-boost-immune-gut-health  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Are you looking for the most relevant scientific research to understand how the right nutrition can improve pregnancy and childbirth outcomes? Sarah Thompson, functional medicine practitioner, acupuncturist, and author of Functional Maternity: Using Functional Medicine and Nutrition to Improve Pregnancy and Childbirth Outcomes, has got you covered. Listen in as she sheds light on how to eat a nutrient-dense diet, exercise safely, reduce toxic exposures, and balance out hormones during pregnancy. https://drruscio.com/functional-medicine-and-nutrition-for-a-healthy-pregnancy  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

The possibility to breathe, sing, speak, sleep, and swallow pills and food better may become a reality with the EMST150—the most clinically validated expiratory muscle strength trainer. Listen in as speech language pathologist Jenny Opalinksi provides more information about how it works and who may benefit from it. https://www.drruscio.com/clinically-proven-breath-device-for-sleep-speech-and-more  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources   

The latest research offers important insights into what health conditions may benefit from probiotics and how probiotics measure up to other therapies like antibiotics and steroids. Listen in to hear if probiotics may reduce symptoms and inflammation associated with H. Pylori, migraines, type 1 diabetes, asthma, COVID, IBS, and more. https://drruscio.com/latest-in-probiotics-for-kids-covid-stress-and-more  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

What is hyperbaric oxygen therapy? How does it aid in the recovery of traumatic brain injuries, strokes, chronic fatigue, Lyme Disease, and other conditions? What other treatments can you do in conjunction to fully optimize your health? All of these questions and more are answered by Dr. Scott Sherr, the director of Integrative Hyperbaric Medicine and Health Optimization at Hyperbaric Medical Solutions. https://drruscio.com/is-oxygen-healing-why-consider-hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Marty Kendall, engineer and founder of Optimising Nutrition, and Aimee Gallo, Health Coach at the Ruscio Institute of Functional Medicine, bring their unique backgrounds to this discussion about why what, how, and when we eat matters for our health. Listen in as we discuss approaches to ensure your diet is nutrient-dense and steering you in the right direction to achieve your health goals. https://www.drruscio.com/how-to-optimize-your-nutrition-and-enjoy-nutrient-dense-foods  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

New research reveals how the supplements and medications you take—along with the current status of your gut and cardiovascular health—impacts your thyroid health. Don’t miss out on hearing what is effective for keeping your thyroid healthy and your sleep, mood, hormones, and digestion regulated. Listen to the podcast now. https://www.drruscio.com/do-supplements-natural-remedies-work-thyroid-health-updates  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

While the nutritional value of vegetables continues to go down, Farmer Lee Jones is dedicated to bringing it up. On a mission to naturally enhance the flavor and quality of food, his farm is focused on “working in harmony with nature rather than trying to outsmart it.” To him, that means steering clear from the use of GMOs, rotating crops, testing the soil for mineral deficiencies, and ultimately creating nutrient-dense produce. Listen in to hear him discuss his process and passion for making a positive impact on the health of the people and the environment. http://drruscio.com/what-does-soil-have-to-do-with-your-health  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Today we will cover listener questions, including… Trouble losing weight even with a raw vegan diet and juicing, what to try next? Can probiotics help prevent food poisoning when traveling? Is hair mineral testing accurate? Does SIBO cause lower T3 and sex hormones? What causes random acute throat tightening when eating? https://drruscio.com/listener-questions-weight-loss-sibo-hormones  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

New gut health research is here and is providing insights into what may (or may not) help reduce the symptoms of GI conditions like Crohn’s disease, IBS, ulcerative colitis, SIBO, and colon cancer. Now is the time to hear what the evidence shows about interventions like the low FODMAP diet, Vitamin D, prebiotics, curcumin, and rifaximin. Listen to the podcast. https://www.drruscio.com/latest-gut-health-research-sibo-ibs-more  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Crohn’s Disease is an inflammatory bowel disease that commonly causes digestive symptoms like abdominal pain, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and appetite loss. For Kyle, his main symptom was abdominal pain with everything he ate. He also was experiencing constipation, bloating, low energy, headaches, and low back pain that traveled down his legs. After trying different remedies on his own and seeing no improvement, he sought the help of Dr. Joe, the Clinical Director of the Ruscio Institute for Functional Medicine. Listen in as they discuss Kyle’s health journey and how triple therapy probiotics, abdominal massage, and the Gupta Program ultimately helped him feel better. https://www.drruscio.com/how-to-manage-crohns-disease-and-optimize-gut-health  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Podcast guest Richard Jacobs has done his own exploration into viruses by interviewing several virologists on his Finding Genius podcast and for his book, Finding Genius: Understanding Viruses: 30 Questions, 25 Geniuses, 100 Amazing Insights. The data collected provides insights that may be familiar, like how viruses are connected to various conditions and diseases. However, some information in this podcast may be new to your ears. Listen in to our discussion and prepare to hear new information about viruses. https://www.drruscio.com/what-we-do-and-dont-know-about-viruses  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

New IBS research presents interesting findings that may help both patients and providers identify the true underlying cause of IBS symptoms. Listen to the podcast to hear about the common types of misdiagnoses of IBS and how our clinic will integrate this data into our treatment model. https://www.drruscio.com/underlying-causes-of-ibs  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Though it’s often overlooked or misunderstood, there is a strong gut-thyroid connection. This may make it tricky for patients to pinpoint what’s causing their symptoms of brain fog, fatigue, gas, bloating, and anxiety. In this podcast, I walk through the treatment of a patient of mine, Beth, whose labs showed she had hypothyroidism, but despite taking thyroid medication and trying a variety of diets like autoimmune paleo and low FODMAP, she still wasn’t feeling relief. Tune in to learn how we helped her feel better by looking at the whole picture: her labs, symptoms, health history, and her response to treatment. https://www.drruscio.com/thyroid-disorder-gut-issue  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Are you thinking of taking digestive enzymes for your digestive symptoms? Digestive enzymes are one of the most frequently recommended supplements in the wellness industry for digestive health, but does research support their use for IBS? There isn’t a lot of research to go by, but what’s there does suggest that enzymes improve IBS symptoms like bloating and abdominal pain. Let’s explore what digestive enzymes are, what research actually shows about their effectiveness for IBS symptoms, and how to choose and use them. https://drruscio.com/digestive-enzymes-for-ibs/  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

When stress, chronic pain or illness, a sleep disorder, or an imbalance in gut bacteria are present, a good night’s sleep can be difficult to achieve. Knowing that sleep is imperative for our emotional and physical wellbeing, it’s crucially important to uncover what can help those experiencing poor sleep. In this podcast, I speak with neurologist Dr. Stasha Gominak about her research about the connections between gut health, vitamin intake, and sleep. Listen in now. https://www.drruscio.com/vitamins-for-sleep-does-it-work  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

When Julie came into the clinic, she was doing many things right - like cutting out certain inflammatory foods and managing stress levels. However, her symptoms of diarrhea, abdominal pain, and distention were disrupting her life. Dr. Joe Mather, medical director of The Ruscio Institute for Functional Medicine, focused on finding the root causes of her symptoms to help formulate a treatment plan and help her feel better. Some of these treatments included eating an anti-inflammatory diet, incorporating a gut-healing supplement powder, and beginning a binder protocol to detox from mercury and mold exposure. If you’re trying everything to heal and are still not feeling better, you may, like Julie, need to trust what your gut is telling you and dig deeper to find the root cause of your symptoms. Watch Julie’s story and learn how the specific dietary, supplemental, and environmental changes we recommended improved her digestion and overall well-being. https://www.drruscio.com/unexplained-gut-symptoms My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Advances in epigenetics show exciting potential for helping to treat disease and slow the aging process. Podcast guest Dr. Kara Fitzgerald has made an important contribution to this field with a new study of epigenetics and aging. Her groundbreaking clinical trial found that biological age can be reversed by more than 3 years by introducing simple diet and lifestyle modifications. In short, genetics do not necessarily determine our health destiny. Listen to our discussion and prepare to have your assumptions about aging and disease challenged. https://drruscio.com/epigenetics-and-aging-study  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Recent clinical trials on the use of probiotics with children found evidence of effectiveness for colic, intestinal infection, atopic dermatitis, and upper respiratory infection. New benefits were identified for adults, as well. The studies include a look at the benefits of dead vs. live probiotics, which should be of interest to anyone who has ever forgotten to put the bottle back in the fridge. Evidence continues to mount for the potential of probiotic supplements to address a wide variety of health conditions in people of all ages. https://drruscio.com/probiotics-respiratory-infection-studies  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

If you’re facing a diagnosis of autoimmune skin disease, like psoriasis or scleroderma, you may want to start paying attention to your gut and take action. One of the first steps you can take is to switch to an anti-inflammatory diet and make simple lifestyle changes. Studies show that steering clear of gluten, getting exercise or movement, and being outside in the sun absorbing Vitamin D can reduce inflammation and intestinal permeability. This can also reduce symptoms like lesions, rashes, and blisters that are commonly associated with autoimmune skin diseases. Continue reading to find out more about the surprising autoimmune skin disease-gut health connection. https://drruscio.com/autoimmune-skin-disease/  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

While there are a few ways to assess the presence of Hashimoto’s, thyroglobulin (Tg) antibody tests, in particular, can suffer from false positives. This may mislead patients into thinking they have Hashimoto’s. It's crucially important to move over to a model of treating patients and not treating only labs. In this podcast, I speak about a patient who was told he had Hashimoto's disease, but his symptoms, health history, and response to treatment were telling a different story. Listen in now to hear the outcome. https://drruscio.com/hashimotos-disease-testing-treating  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

There are many symptoms associated with small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). Some directly affect the digestive system, such as diarrhea, bloating, and indigestion, while others like fatigue, brain fog, and joint pain can seem vague with no evident cause. Here’s an overview of why SIBO causes so many symptoms, what the treatment is, and how poor gut health may be the root cause of your fatigue and other non-digestive symptoms. https://drruscio.com/sibo-fatigue/  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

When Jeff came into the clinic, his primary symptom was chronic, non-responsive brain fog. The strategies we used to finally clear this fog included improving Jeff’s breathing, modifying his fitness program, and making his diet LESS restrictive by increasing his carb intake. This case study is a great example of a personalized diet making a huge difference. If you’ve been following a strict low FODMAP or low carb diet and you’re not noticing an improvement in symptoms, you may, like Jeff, be someone who actually feels better with more carbs in your diet. We also integrated a few key supplements which were NOT “brain supplements,” but which helped to regulate some of the imbalances that were likely leading to Jeff’s brain fog and digestive symptoms. Watch Jeff’s story and learn exactly how we were able to improve his sleep, energy, digestion, and cognition without restrictive diets or brain boosting supplements. https://drruscio.com/restrictive-diet-pitfalls  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

A scientifically validated tool for diagnosing gut dysbiosis has recently appeared on the market. Developed by a pair of researchers in Norway, the GA-map® test enables clinicians to quantify a diagnosis of IBS or IBD based on lab markers rather than relying on symptom reporting. This makes it possible to determine appropriate treatment for gut issues with a greater degree of specificity and accuracy than ever before. https://drruscio.com/ga-map-test-for-dysbiosis  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

It’s an all-too-common experience in healthcare for patients to feel unheard and unseen by healthcare providers, who can sometimes prioritize lab results over their patient’s experience. And this isn’t limited to conventional medical doctors or specialists. It happens in functional medicine, too. And when it happens, the patient is profoundly underserved. In this video, I speak with Danielle, a former patient who explains how her gut symptoms resolved when all the pieces (including the psychological one) came together in her treatment. It’s an eloquent example of how treating the whole patient leads to optimal results. https://drruscio.com/limbic-retraining-helps-resolve-gut-symptoms  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

At the Ruscio Institute for Functional Medicine, we personalize care based upon a four-part order of operations: History Symptoms Treatment response Lab work In the third and final video of my patient education series, I explain how our process ensures a science-driven, patient-centered model that results in better outcomes than a model based upon emotion, algorithms, and marketing. https://youtu.be/ATyZ19IL7Q8  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

One of the core principles guiding our work at the clinic is the idea that treating the patient - rather than just lab numbers - leads to better outcomes and at less cost. In the second video of my 3-part patient education series, I explain how relying on lab work - from allergy testing, SIBO tests, and adrenal cortisol tests - rather than treating the symptoms, is less likely to result in benefits to the patient - and may even cause harm. https://drruscio.com/food-allergy-lab-testing-vs-diet-change-video-2  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Scientific research tells us that treatment approaches in functional medicine are best decided by looking at patients and their symptoms rather than allowing lab results to dictate those decisions. In this video series, I provide a short checklist to help educate patients and clinicians about best practices. Video 1 discusses why weeding out unnecessary tests reduces costs and improves health outcomes. https://youtu.be/bwGd8H2wTmc  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Today we answer listener questions, including: Is leaky gut real or is it a theoretical marker? Without a functioning thyroid gland, can healing gut issues make a difference in my need for thyroid meds? Could the Prep Diet for SIBO tests provoke a false positive? Do your probiotics absorb well in the small intestine? What is the appropriate probiotic dosage for young children? Is NMN (an anti-aging supplement) helpful for IBS? Are thyroid supplements like selenium and l-carnitine safe to take with thyroid medication? What’s your advice on how to treat Lyme and co-infections if antibiotics and vitamin C don’t work? I had great results with a probiotics product, but the results were short-lived. Why? https://drruscio.com/listener-questions-nmn-for-ibs-is-leaky-gut-real  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

The latest batch of clinical research into probiotics therapy includes findings about the effectiveness of probiotics for children with IBS and other conditions, respiratory tract infections, atopic dermatitis, athletic performance, C. difficile, chronic diarrhea, and more. I also discuss the importance of moving away from strain-specific and species-specific bias in probiotics use, the pitfalls of an overly cautious approach to probiotics dosing, why we at the clinic address gut health before attempting to optimize micronutrient levels, and the value of probiotics for preventive health. https://drruscio.com/probiotics-research-updates-3/  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

The first installment of our monthly patient support call covers a lot of ground. We discuss: The use of probiotics vs. yogurt for treating SIBO Addressing emotional trauma to help patients find relief from physical symptoms Time frames for using antimicrobials to improve gut health Constipation as a symptom, and the role of antimicrobials in addition to diet and other approaches A case study describing how a single symptom led to a diagnosis of mold illness in a 73-year-old man (and a motorcycle chase!) Questions from patients allow us to showcase the clinic’s research arm, put progressively more resources into making sure that our diagnostic and treatment process is sound, and ensure that science is thoroughly integrated into our clinical model. Join us every second Friday with your questions, or just listen in. https://drruscio.com/clinic-podcast-probiotics-emotional-work-suicidal-thoughts  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Today’s podcast episode features the latest gut health research, my thoughts on how these studies fit into what we’re doing at the clinic, and how I use the information in the studies to consider whether we’re practicing in accordance with current science or if we need to consider modifying our approach. This latest batch of studies examines: The impact of low FODMAP diets on IBS A meta-analysis of the efficacy of rifaximin in treating SIBO A prospective study of IBS patients who derived benefits from a gluten-free diet even though they were not strictly compliant with the diet The relationship between the oral microbiota and SIBO A study of patients with leaky gut whose symptoms improved 3,000% with a low FODMAP diet as compared to a gluten-free diet …and more. Listen and learn. https://drruscio.com/gut-health-updates-leaky-gut-low-fodmap-sibo-gluten-free  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Health technology tools such as the Continuous Glucose Monitoring Device can help you improve your metabolic health by providing a picture of how your lifestyle factors – including diet, exercise, alcohol consumption, and sleep – affect your blood glucose levels. However, these tools are only as good as the user’s mindset and basic understanding of the science behind the numbers. Dr. Ronesh Sinha explains how to regard the CGM as an opportunity to learn about your body rather than getting stressed about single data points, and how to cultivate healthy glucose levels through a balanced lifestyle. https://drruscio.com/glucose-levels-and-lifestyle-factors  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

There are a lot of incentives in the functional health marketplace to rely on lab testing to make treatment decisions. Unfortunately, this model often serves the bottom lines of lab companies better than it serves patients. At the clinic, we use a science-guided framework that is oriented to improving clinical outcomes rather than just focusing on lab results. Our patient-centered approach speaks for itself. Listen in as Dr. Joe, Gavin and I discuss. https://drruscio.com/which-functional-medicine-tests-to-avoid  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Today we will cover listener questions including: What is the role of hunger and satiety in digestive problems? Do elemental diets help gastritis or ulcers? What are your thoughts about taking probiotics while doing immunotherapy cancer treatment? Is pea protein ok on a low sulfur diet? Does frequent nausea mean I have gut issues? What is a good starting dose for DHEA? Does taking HCL stop normal acid production? https://drruscio.com/listener-questions-hunger-pea-protein-probiotics-dhea My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Anyone who’s dealt with symptoms of mold toxicity such as brain fog, insomnia, fatigue and digestive disturbances has likely also experienced the fear and worry that often arises in response. These psychological symptoms can make an already distressing situation even more stressful. In this podcast episode, I provide an update for listeners about what happened after mold was discovered in a second home in Austin. I describe how I navigated my way through a variety of related concerns and how this process mirrors the diligence and analytic scrutiny that I bring to helping patients at the clinic. https://drruscio.com/personal-mold-updates  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

High quality health research provides evidence that is robust, ethical, and can be used to support good healthcare decision-making. It improves the lives of patients by enabling healthcare providers to effectively determine the root of problems, make informed decisions about patient care, and avoid the guessing games that can plague attempts to diagnose complex health issues. However, when a study (such as the one we discuss here) is plagued with methodological flaws, it adds little to the existing scientific knowledge base, and has scant value to offer patients trying to get better and clinicians who are trying to help them. This podcast episode is a look into our clinical evaluation process that tells us what’s actually going on with patients and how we can best help them, rather than cherry-picking data that supports an already-decided conclusion. https://drruscio.com/food-allergy-vs-low-fodmap-study My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

When a group of researchers looked at 1800 patients to see which condition was most strongly associated with SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), they were surprised to find hypothyroidism at the top of the list. A number of other studies over the last few years have pointed to a significant connection between bacterial overgrowths in the gut and thyroid health. Most importantly (and shockingly for many), research has now shown that probiotics, which improve gut health, SIBO, inflammation, and absorption of medication, can also help to normalize TSH levels, improve persistent hypothyroid symptoms like fatigue, and reduce the need for levothyroxine and other thyroid meds. Watch this quick video to learn more about the SIBO-thyroid connection and how you can use this information to improve your health. https://youtu.be/AjxWVbzVY_s  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Sleep is a cornerstone of health, and the field of sleep medicine encompasses a variety of devices, therapies, products, and lifestyle modifications to help those with sleep disorders. However, it can be difficult to navigate your way through all of the research and content on sleep health. On this podcast, physical therapist Zac Cupples and I break down the approaches in a hierarchical fashion from simple, inexpensive, and easily accessible to more complex, making it simpler to identify the ones appropriate for your needs. https://drruscio.com/personalizing-sleep-medicine  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

This podcast episode is one in a series that reviews the current state of research on various aspects of gut health. I delve into recent studies on Crohns’ disease and elemental diet, the relationship between H. pylori and GERD, Aloe extract for IBS, the association of SIBO and heart failure, and much more. https://drruscio.com/gut-health-research-updates-1 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

MCT oil is a nutritional supplement widely used for weight loss, cognitive health, improved metabolism and keto diets. It offers many benefits for those who are unable to break down dietary fats and is helpful for lowering blood sugar, improving insulin resistance, and supporting cognitive function, as well as for patients with Alzheimers and Crohn’s disease. Although safe for most people, MCT oil poses potential risks for people with certain health conditions. Learn how to maximize its benefits and reduce side effects when incorporating it into your diet. https://drruscio.com/how-much-mct-oil-per-day/ My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Beth had a long history of gastrointestinal issues, a diagnosis of Hashimoto’s, chronic fatigue and several food intolerances… to name a few. She was taking thyroid medication as prescribed, but it didn’t seem to help. Then, she started working with Dr. Joe Mather from our clinic, who worked through our science-based, algorithmic process to find a better way. Beth and Dr. Mather worked together, focusing on implementing a new diet, beginning probiotic therapy and using other evidence-based tools. Not only was she able to safely discontinue her thyroid medication, but she soon saw improvements in fatigue, constipation, metabolic issues, food tolerance, heavy metal toxicity and more. Listen in as Dr. Joe and I detail step-by-step how our model helped to make this happen. You’ll also hear Beth tell her story in her own words. https://drruscio.com/stop-thyroid-meds-case-study My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

What’s the best diet for brain health? Research into this topic is still preliminary and suggests a few different approaches. However, eating to control inflammation and manage blood sugar is most important. Here, we’ll dive into the best dietary strategies for improving cognition, mood, beating brain fog and more. https://drruscio.com/best-diet-for-brain-health/ My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

There is much existing clinical research on probiotics, and more studies are emerging on a regular basis. In this podcast episode I review 10 studies that examine the effectiveness of probiotics for improving gut health, liver function, mood, sleep, children’s issues, and more. I also cover pointers for practitioners to keep in mind when prescribing probiotics for patients. https://drruscio.com/probiotic-research-updates-2/ My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Blood glucose holds keys to many important health markers including metabolic health, insulin levels, and our risk for chronic disease.  The Continuous Glucose Monitoring device provides a simple, non-invasive way to track your blood glucose in real time, and see how your diet, exercise and other lifestyle factors affect your levels. Kara Collier, co-founder of Nutrisense, discusses this important innovation in personal health tracking. https://drruscio.com/continuous-glucose-monitoring My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The protozoa Blastocystic hominis, long thought to be a cause of IBS, is receiving renewed attention in the functional and integrative medicine field. A growing body of evidence shows that Blasto may be benign in its impact and, in fact, may not even be a parasite as was previously assumed. In this podcast episode, I review a sampling of studies that examine the prevalence of Blasto in patients with IBS, and consider the effects of treatment on both Blasto and symptomology. The takeaway for practitioners is we should always treat the patient rather than the lab result, and even consider a more conservative approach to recommending labs for gut symptoms. https://drruscio.com/blastocystis-treat-or-not My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Sleep is as important for our overall health as diet and exercise, and yet many people struggle to get a full night’s rest on a regular basis. Prolonged bouts of insufficient sleep can lead to brain fog, mood issues and fatigue. But when it comes to improving sleep quality, there are many approaches, therapies, and devices to choose from. In this podcast, I talk sleep medicine with Dr. Nik Hedberg, D.C. We compare our personal experiences with myofunctional therapy, mouth taping, mandibular advancement devices, home sleep tests, and more. https://drruscio.com/sleep-medicine-advances My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.comLooking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

If you have SIBO, it’s important to choose a diet that will help you get your symptoms under control while you work on healing the bacterial overgrowth that’s at the root of the problem. But selecting a diet that fits your needs can be challenging. In this article, I break down the various dietary options for SIBO and explain how to decide which one is right for you. https://drruscio.com/sibo-diet/ My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.comLooking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Monitoring your progress on a keto diet is essential to helping you meet your health goals, whether you want to lose weight, increase your energy levels, reduce inflammation or improve brain and heart health. On this episode of the podcast I speak with Jim Howard, developer of the Biosense Ketone Breath Monitor. The Biosense offers a convenient way to measure your blood ketone levels throughout the day without the hassle of finger prick testing. We discuss different factors that affect ketone measurements, how tracking your ketone levels can help you uncover your physiological responses to diet and lifestyle factors, how to prepare your body for keto, and more. https://drruscio.com/ketosis-breath-monitor My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.comLooking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Today’s podcast is another in a recurring series devoted to questions from listeners. We have a diverse batch of questions today. Listeners inquire about the potential relationship between diabetes and thyroid function, whether the COVID vaccine has a negative impact on gut health, whether POTS reactions and headaches are common symptoms of fasting, and more. There’s something here for everyone. Listen and learn. https://drruscio.com/questions-thyroid-diabetes My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The health of the pelvic floor is key to our overall health in important ways. My podcast guest today is pelvic health expert Jandra Mueller, and she explains how gastrointestinal issues such as IBS and SIBO, hormonal imbalances, pregnancy, erectile dysfunction and trauma can all impact the health and tone of the pelvic floor, and how stigmas around normal bodily functions can present obstacles to patients seeking the help they need. Jandra dispels some myths and fears around pelvic floor issues, and discusses a variety of non-surgical interventions for pelvic floor concerns that can improve wellbeing and quality of life for patients. https://drruscio.com/pelvic-floor-dysfunction My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Choosing the right kind of exercise is complicated by the number of exercise fads out there and the amount of time that you have to devote to any one method. In today’s podcast, my guest, exercise expert Sal Di Stefano, makes the case for resistance training and why it’s superior to cardio for helping people lose weight, build muscle mass and bone density, even improve growth hormone levels and stop the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. https://drruscio.com/resistance-training My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

When it comes to keeping our brains healthy, one of the tools at our disposal is far from new. In fact, it has been around since the beginning of human history. The health benefits of fasting are well-established, and it turns out that the brain may benefit from the metabolic reset that fasting enables. Keto diets fall into this same category. A combination of the two may be able to help ward off a variety of degenerative conditions and help us maintain brain health as we age. In this podcast, Dr. Matthew Phillips, a clinical neurologist, talks about his research and experience with using fasting to address Alzheimers, Parkinsons, epilepsy and other conditions. Our discussion offers food for thought on the use of dietary interventions to improve metabolic health. https://drruscio.com/fasting-brain-health My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

If you’re a woman with hormonal trouble, you’re not alone. It’s estimated that 80% of women will have some form of hormonal imbalance at some point in their lives. Hormonal imbalance in women can include garden variety women’s health problems like PMS, to more serious conditions like PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) or endometriosis. In this article, let’s explore the symptoms of hormonal imbalance, the causes and consequences of hormonal imbalance in women, and how to restore balance. https://drruscio.com/hormonal-imbalance-in-women/ My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Food sensitivity testing is one of the diagnostic tools most widely recommended by functional medicine practitioners to their patients, and it has blossomed into a lucrative industry that nets millions of dollars per year for companies that market these home testing kits to consumers. But the science behind these tests is flawed. In this podcast, I discuss how getting to the root of food reactions relies on evidence-based trials that ultimately helps patients heal without asking them to spend thousands on faulty testing. Other podcast highlights include a case study from an FFMR subscriber who helped a patient with known environmental exposure by applying the principles of the FFMR (and without testing). Also featured are rapid research briefs from the FFMR plus with a look at why iron deficiency even without anemia can be a significant clinical issue requiring active treatment, and dietary interventions for treating eosinophilic esophagitis. https://drruscio.com/food-sensitivity-testing-ffmr/ My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

We speak frequently about the importance of an evidence-informed, gut-first approach for addressing chronic symptoms both inside and outside the GI tract. And the more research and clinical experience we compile, the more we find that a wide range of concerns can be improved by looking at them through the lens of gut health.  On this podcast, I summarize clinical reviews and case studies from the June 2021 issue of the Future of Functional Medicine Clinical Newsletter that treat mold toxicity and environmental illness by addressing diet, GI health, and thyroid. I discuss a case study of a patient with psoriatic arthritis that was resolved in a month, a review of studies highlighting the role of diet and supplements for treating IBD, and new findings about the symptomatology and treatment of Blastocystis hominis. https://drruscio.com/mold-toxicity-ffmr/ My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

The Ruscio Institute uses an evidence-based clinical model as the foundation for our treatment protocols. This means not only incorporating the most current research into treatment decisions, but also applying a critical eye to research studies rather than accept their conclusions at face value. Today’s podcast looks at studies on the possible role of autoimmunity in IBS and SIBO, whether antibody levels are a valid marker of gut dysbiosis, low FODMAP diets for IBS, and more. Listen as I explain how we blend critical thinking with clinical research to achieve the best outcomes for our patients. https://drruscio.com/does-autoimmunity-cause-sibo My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The Future of Functional Medicine Review was launched to provide clinicians with the resources and skills to help patients heal from challenging symptoms, and to help steer the field toward a more evidence-informed approach and away from excessive reliance on labs and supplements. On today’s podcast, three clinicians join Dr. Ruscio to discuss their successes using the principles of the FFMR to treat hundreds of patients. Listen and learn how the FFMR encourages practitioners to cultivate an internal “anti-virus software” that keeps them questioning and learning, and how clinician and citizen scientists can use the FFMR to positively and inexpensively grow their functional medicine education or clinical practice. https://drruscio.com/better-results-with-functional-medicine My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/ resources 

Stress and its associated symptoms such as impaired sleep, depression, PTSD, and lowered cognitive performance are among the most pressing mental health issues of our time. Many turn to stimulants and other substances to help them cope.  A wearable technology developed by neuroscientists may hold answers. The Apollo Neuro, based on decades of research, uses touch therapy in the form of sound waves to deliver a gentle vibration to the skin and helps the wearer shift mood and energy level. https://drruscio.com/managing-moods-and-stress-wearable-technology  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit  https://ruscioinstitute.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

If you experience ongoing stomach discomfort such as burning sensations, heartburn, nausea, or peptic ulcers, or gastritis, chances are you may have a helicobacter pylori, or H. pylori, infection. H. pylori infection is a risk factor for many health conditions and shouldn’t be left untreated. Today’s podcast gives you the rundown on H. pylori, a bacteria that can live in the stomach or digestive tract. About 10 - 20% of those infected with it will experience symptoms. https://drruscio.com/h-pylori-probiotics/  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Do you struggle with a thyroid disorder? Are you a clinician treating patients with hypothyroidism and struggling to get optimal results? In today’s podcast, we showcase some of the most essential clinical pearls when it comes to treating thyroid disorders taken from a recent issue of the Future of Functional Medicine Clinical Newsletter. https://drruscio.com/how-to-successfully-treat-thyroid-disorders My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Dr. Anna Cabeca, OB/GYN, Anti-Aging and Integrative Medicine expert believes in whole health, powerful immunity, and a great sex life at any age. In this podcast, Anna shares the tools that she developed through her investigations into balancing female hormones, improving brain health, and improving sexual health in and around menopause. Our wide ranging discussion in the podcast today touches on the advantages of a ketogenic diet for older women, the importance of having more oxytocin in your life, the benefits of bioidentical progesterone, why gratitude is good for your health, and so much more. Her message about paying attention to your intuition and not accepting suffering as a way of life will resonate with listeners. https://drruscio.com/how-ketosis-can-benefit-the-brain My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/ resources 

Keto diets have become very popular for weight loss, and many people swear by them for addressing a variety of health issues. However, there are pitfalls associated with being on these diets for extended periods of time. Sara Gottfried, MD, is an expert on women’s hormonal health, and in this podcast she discusses the reasons why a keto diet can be stressful to adrenal balance, the gut microbiome, and overall wellness, as well as the best way for women to approach short-term keto dieting. Listen as Sara breaks down the importance of moderate carb intake, and the connections between food, hormones, and a seasonal approach to diet. https://drruscio.com/keto-diet-for-women My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

If you live with food intolerances, symptoms such as headaches, GI issues, brain fog, and fatigue may be a source of frustration. Food intolerances are often linked to underlying gut health or immune issues. They are often short term and can be addressed with diet and lifestyle adjustments. Learn about some of the most common food intolerances and what causes them, as well as tips to help you start feeling better. https://drruscio.com/common-food-intolerances/ My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

The scientific understanding of COVID-19 is evolving rapidly, and the research now tells us that there is a link between gastrointestinal dysbiosis and the symptoms of long haul COVID. On today’s podcast, I speak with Dr. Leonard Weinstock, a gastroenterologist and clinical researcher. We discuss his latest findings about long COVID, mast cell activation, and the relationship to gut health. For COVID-19 patients who are suffering with severe chronic symptoms post infection, these findings could change the way this condition is treated by highlighting the role of restoring microbial balance. https://drruscio.com/how-to-improve-long-haul-covid  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Probiotics are beneficial for everyone’s gut and immune health, but they hold promise for helping with some conditions that are specific to men. Early data show that probiotics can improve specific male health concerns such as sexual dysfunction and prostatitis, and may even be useful for the increased risk of heart disease faced by men as well as a variety of other conditions such as sleep, depression. and cognitive function. All probiotics products are not created equal, so it’s important to read labels and learn how to distinguish between good, mediocre, and even harmful products. Watch the video and learn more. https://drruscio.com/best-probiotics-for-men/  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

We frequently see patients who have tried multiple different treatment combinations for hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, but have not seen improvement in their symptoms. Often, this is because the underlying issue is actually not related to the thyroid, but to the gut. In today’s short video, I’m going to break down one recent example of how treating an imbalance in the gut microbiome helped one of our patients, Kathy, to finally recover from intense fatigue. You’ll see how the gut-focused herbal treatment approach used by Dr. Joe Mather not only led to reduced levels of thyroid antibodies but significantly improved Kathy’s quality of life. https://drruscio.com/how-to-heal-hashimotos-by-treating-the-gut  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

The benefits of probiotics for gut health are well-established. But did you know that they’re effective for a wide range of other conditions as well? Today’s podcast is a review of recent research into probiotics, and the findings are exciting: new insights into the benefits of probiotics for health issues as diverse as skin conditions, cognitive impairment, depressive disorders, and prevention of traveler’s diarrhea. There’s also new information about the advantages of probiotics for babies and young children, including diarrhea prevention and treatment in preterm infants. Probiotics are even effective for treating jaundice, colic, allergies and ear infections. If you’re a parent, you may want to share this information with your probiotics-hesitant pediatrician. https://drruscio.com/updates-in-probiotics-research/  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinsitute.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

In today’s podcast, our medical director Dr. Joe Maher and I hold our first clinical roundtable to update our audience about new research and clinical updates. You’ll learn about our clinical model and training program for new doctors and staff. We touch on treatment advances including: An abdominal massage protocol that is revolutionizing treatment of GI issues The effect of anti-microbial therapy on thyroid antibodies Limbic retraining and improved food tolerance A self-manipulation technique for hiatal hernias We also discuss implications for the 34% of hypothyroid patients who may have been misdiagnosed, and delve into who may need to discontinue levothyroxine (under the care and supervision of their doctor).  https://drruscio.com/new-functional-medicine-therapies  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

If you have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism, you may be among the 34% of patients who may be incorrectly diagnosed. Symptoms such as fatigue, constipation, depression and insomnia are often associated with hypothyroidism, but they may actually be related to other causes such as gut issues or female hormone imbalances. In today’s podcast I discuss a new clinical review that investigates outcomes for patients who were prescribed thyroid hormones as a result of a healthcare provider’s misdiagnosis. I also provide recommendations for those who think they may be incorrectly diagnosed, including tips for reading your lab report and how to work with your doctor to discontinue thyroid hormone treatment (if appropriate). https://drruscio.com/incorrect-hypothyroid-diagnosis  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

If you struggle with symptoms of brain fog such as difficulty concentrating, losing items, making basic decisions or thinking clearly, read this article about its root causes and treatment options. Brain fog is closely related to gut health and is often caused by brain inflammation. Addressing issues such as food sensitivity, gut imbalances, liver dysfunction and more can help improve symptoms and restore mental clarity. https://drruscio.com/brain_fog/  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Mold toxicity and sensitivity from exposure to moldy food or “sick buildings” can cause chronic illness and be associated with a wide range of symptoms, from allergic reactions to respiratory problems to digestive issues and inflammation. But these symptoms can also be linked to other causes, such as a gut imbalance or thyroid disorder. Testing and treatment for mold-related illness should be approached with caution, because the wrong test can delay a proper diagnosis. In today’s article, I review considerations for mold testing and mold-related illness treatment and share my recommendations. https://drruscio.com/mold-toxicity/ My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

If you struggle with fatigue, brain fog, or sleep apnea, or if you have a child who struggles with sleep disturbances or snoring, listen to this episode with Dr. Brian Hockel about oral airway health, sleep, breathing, and head posture.  For children, early problems with tongue, teeth and jaw positioning can impact physical, mental and emotional growth. But noticing early signs and taking steps to correct any oral airway issues can make a huge difference. And for adults, addressing oral airway health with simple, at home exercises (myofunctional therapy) can help to improve breathing, sleep, energy levels, and more. https://drruscio.com/signs-of-poor-oral-airway-health My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Hear about my personal journey through sleep medicine, and some of the unfortunate issues I encountered when I started investigating sleep optimization. I hope this serves as a helpful example of how quickly patients can be subjected to expensive testing, invasive treatments, and unnecessary fear when an evidence-based hierarchy isn’t in place. In addition to my story, I’m sharing a number of tips and insights for those who do struggle with sleep issues and/or symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, or mood disturbances. https://drruscio.com/whats-going-on-with-sleep-medicine My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

There’s a lot of confusion about the role of thyroid hormone replacement medication in the treatment of hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s disease. Learn why thyroid medication alone may not be enough to resolve symptoms, common pitfalls of treatment, how to incorporate gut healing into your strategy, and more. https://drruscio.com/hypothyroidism-medication/  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Triple Therapy Probiotics offer the most powerful, synergistic health benefits for your gut, brain, and beyond. Now, they’re available in convenient, all-in-one powder sticks-- no refrigeration required. Learn more about why we recommend triple therapy, and how this new breakthrough can help you. https://drruscio.com/all-in-one-triple-therapy-probiotic-breakthrough  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Taking a sauna has long been a relaxing therapeutic modality in the spa, fitness and wellness communities, but did you know that sauna therapy offers important health benefits as well? The heat stress of saunas sets in motion a biochemical cascade of healing effects that can help improve cardiovascular issues, autoimmune disorders, and mental health as well as supporting detox and weight loss. Today’s article discusses how sauna therapy affects the body and breaks down why they work, and covers practical tips for getting your sauna on. https://drruscio.com/sauna-therapy/  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s podcast, I speak with Dr. Todd Maderis, ND, about the connection between Lyme disease and the gut. Abdominal pain, constipation, and discomfort are among the symptoms of Lyme that can complicate treatment for an already complicated disease. “Probably two-thirds of my patients that do walk in the door that either have a Lyme diagnosis or suspect they have Lyme, they're having GI symptoms,” says Dr. Maderis. We also discuss other issues - including mold and allergens - that can factor into Lyme treatment, and how to address them. https://drruscio.com/lyme-disease-and-your-gut  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

If you have a chronic cough, frequent throat clearing, or a persistent sore throat, you may have a type of reflux disorder called LPR or “silent reflux” -- whether or not you also experience heartburn. On today’s episode of the podcast, hear an audio read of our guide to identifying silent reflux and treating it naturally and effectively. https://drruscio.com/silent-reflux  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Listen to our complete guide to the differences between ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease, including symptoms, causes, and testing and treatment options. Can SIBO or leaky gut contribute to IBD? Do elemental diets help? And did you know that the specific location of your abdominal pain can help to differentiate between Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis? Listen for answers to these and more questions. https://drruscio.com/ulcerative-colitis-vs-crohns/  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Adjusting your sleep schedule can lead to huge improvements in your overall health. Learn how your sleep cycle and circadian rhythm works, what can disrupt your sleep schedule, and get 6 key tips for how to get better sleep. https://drruscio.com/how-to-fix-sleep-schedule/  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Dr. Devin Waterman, the chiropractor I see for my own aches and pains, helps to answer some common questions about chiropractic care. Learn what to look for (and avoid) in a chiropractor, what the research says, and common imbalances that musculoskeletal or chiropractic care can help with. Plus: Our thoughts on the field as a whole. https://drruscio.com/does-chiropractic-care-work/  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Coach PJ Nestler and I talk about the integration between breath, movement, mindset, nutrition, and connection. Learn how you can look at everything in your life as performance, and actively improve your wellbeing with high performance principles and habits no matter where you’re starting from or what your goals are. Plus: How to use extreme stressors like ice baths and sauna therapy without overdoing it, and strategies for adapting your response to fear. https://drruscio.com/high-performance-principles-for-your-life-and-health  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Today we will cover listener questions, including… What should I do if I think my supplements for hormone balance are causing depression? Is there a connection between vertigo and SIBO? If I see giardia on a patient's GI MAP test, is it worth targeting and treating separate from other gut issues? Where in your hierarchy would you test for chronic infections and viruses like Lyme, herpes virus, and Epstein Barr? Should urine mycotoxin tests be provoked or unprovoked? I'm hearing mixed messages in the field. Is there a risk to staying on a low FODMAP diet for longer than 3-6 months?  Is it ok to eat nutritional yeast? How should I protect my gut before, during, and after taking an antibiotic? https://drruscio.com/pcos-vertigo-giardia-testing-for-chronic-infections/ My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical  support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Antimicrobial agents include broad spectrum plant-based ingredients that are an option in tackling gut-related health problems. https://drruscio.com/antimicrobial-agents  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s episode, I’m excited to introduce Dr. Hannah and Dr. Omar, the two newest doctors at our functional medicine center. It has been a true privilege to be able to grow this team with sharp, thoughtful clinicians and other individuals who are really committed to providing a more methodical, balanced, and cost-effective approach to patient care. Get to know Dr. Hannah and Dr. Omar, their backgrounds, what led them to this team, and their perspectives on the field of functional medicine and our clinical model. https://drruscio.com/meet-our-new-functional-medicine-doctors/  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Autoimmune gastritis causes reduced stomach acid and malabsorption of nutrients, but improving gut health and correcting vitamins deficiencies helps. https://drruscio.com/autoimmune-gastritis  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s episode of the podcast, I’m sharing a conversation I had with Josh Trent about his personal experience being erroneously diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Unfortunately, Josh’s story is very similar to the stories we hear in the clinic every week. Hypothyroidism is a real condition, but it’s frequently misdiagnosed in functional medicine because of a theory about what TSH and T4 lab ranges should be-- even though research and clinical experience continue to disprove this. If you’re wondering about your own hypothyroid diagnosis, lab results, thyroid medication, or how to really get to the bottom of your symptoms and improve your health, I hope you’ll listen to this episode. https://drruscio.com/the-epidemic-of-false-hypothyroidism-diagnoses  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Randy shares how he used Elemental Heal to finally recover from ongoing SIBO, fatigue, reflux, inflammation, joint pain, and more. He had tried all kinds of things including diets, medications, and supplements, but results were either minimal, temporary, or would improve one set of symptoms while seeming to trigger another. But when he gave his gut a reset with Elemental Heal, he experienced significant improvements in energy, gut symptoms, and joint pain within days. Hear Randy’s story in his own words, and our whole conversation, in this video. https://drruscio.com/how-to-improve-fatigue-sibo-and-joint-pain-in-3-days  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Dr. Titus Chiu breaks down how prior head trauma-- including mild trauma that you may not even have paid much attention to-- can lead to fatigue, depression, insomnia, IBS, food reactivity, and more. He also shares a number of insights into how to heal from prior trauma and post concussion syndrome, the connection between exercise intolerance and the brain, and how to optimize cognitive performance. https://drruscio.com/how-to-heal-from-post-concussion-syndrome-naturally  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Looking for a faster and better way to stay up to date on the cutting edge in functional medicine research? If so, this is for you. FFMR Plus consists of a weekly written brief on the newest and most impactful functional medicine studies, and a corresponding audio read with Gavin Guard. This free preview covers new and relevant research on multi-strain probiotics for IBS, parasitic infection as a cause of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, berberine for GI disorders, and more. https://drruscio.com/how-effective-are-multi-strain-probiotics-for-ibs  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

If you’re looking for a faster and better way to stay up to date on the cutting edge in functional medicine research, this is for you. FFMR Plus consists of a weekly written brief on the newest and most impactful functional medicine studies, and a corresponding audio read with Gavin Guard. This free preview covers new and relevant research on guidelines for non-pharmacological IBS therapy, association between the parasite blastocystis hominis and IBS, rose oil for GERD, thyroid and obesity, diabetes and dementia, and more. https://drruscio.com/does-this-parasite-influence-IBS  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s episode of the podcast, we decided to do something a little different and have Dr. Joe from the clinic interview me. We covered some great questions from listeners, patients, and our own clinical team, and really dug deep into the motivation and thinking behind what I do. We also had some fun talking about morning routines, childhood memories, and pet peeves, all while sitting at a coffee shop. If you’re curious about how I operate behind the scenes, what motivates us and what we aspire to at the clinic and within the functional medicine field, or if you just want to learn about my morning routine, give this a listen. https://drruscio.com/my-answers-functional-medicine-my-morning-routine-and-more  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

When it comes to mold exposure, toxicity and health, what’s really problematic, and what’s not? I learned a lot while going through my own health struggle with brain fog and trouble sleeping related to mold in the home I was living in, and Indoor Environmental Professional (IEP) Michael Schrantz has been one of the most valuable sources of balanced information throughout that journey. On today’s podcast episode, Michael Schrantz is back to share his expert advice and insights on mold testing, mold removal, and health.  https://drruscio.com/how-im-getting-mold-out-of-my-home  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

I’m so excited to announce the beginning of FFMR Plus, which consists of a weekly written brief on the most impactful and relevant functional medicine studies (summarized concisely), and a corresponding audio read. This represents 7-10 hours of reading and filtering to find the most useful and clinically relevant information on SIBO, probiotics, IBS, IBD, cognition, sleep apnea, diets (low FODMAP, Paleo, etc), hypothyroidism, and more. On today’s podcast, listen to a free preview of FFMR Plus in which Gavin Guard of the Ruscio Institute covers new research on guidelines for IBS treatment, selenium for thyroid health, probiotics for the improvement of metabolic markers, and much more. https://drruscio.com/new-research-on-ibs-probiotics-selenium-thyroid-and-more  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Functional medicine stool testing can be a helpful tool when it comes to uncovering gut health issues or imbalances in bacteria that might be contributing to bloating, constipation, diarrhea, fatigue, brain fog, and everything in between. But are functional medicine stool tests validated, and how do they compare to traditional stool tests? Dr. David Brady and Tony Hoffman from Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory, which is the lab that provides the popular GI-MAP stool test, help to answer these questions and clear up some of the confusion surrounding functional medicine stool test methodology. We also talk about the importance of contextualizing test results, and how clinicians can combine the information they get from a functional medicine stool test with an individual’s symptoms, history, and other test results to make better decisions about treatment. https://drruscio.com/is-functional-medicine-stool-testing-validated  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s podcast episode, I had an eye-opening conversation with Jeff Chilton about the world of medicinal mushrooms, and how to know that you’re getting a good quality product. Jeff shares the benefits of reishi, lion’s mane, chaga, and other mushrooms for brain health, immune system function, energy, and more, as well as tips for cooking with mushrooms and what to look for in mushroom products. Listen to the episode to learn more. https://drruscio.com/the-best-medicinal-mushrooms-for-your-brain-and-immune-system  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s podcast, we will cover listener questions, including… Will an oral antifungal medication destroy my gut? Do you recommend bismuth thiol biofilm disruptors for hydrogen sulfide SIBO? Does curcumin really help with inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis? Is there enough research to support this? What should I do if I suffer from burning pain in my stomach, and HCl, apple cider vinegar, and digestive enzymes don't help? How do I get off of the PPI I'm taking when I have reflux and EOE? My eczema of 10 years cleared up while I was on the modified fast and diet from Healthy Gut, Healthy You, but it’s starting to come back as I add foods back in. What should I do? Do you recommend the peptide BPC-157 for gut issues? https://drruscio.com/answers-on-oral-antifungal-medication-bismuth-thiols-curcumin-stomach-acid  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s episode of the podcast, I’m taking you behind the scenes to talk about some of the exciting new things we’re doing at the clinic. We know that more tests, more supplements, more money, and more time spent in appointments don’t lead to better results. At ACFM, we’re actively doing and publishing research in order to document what does work, including upcoming research on triple probiotic therapy for SIBO. Listen for details on this and other exciting updates, reflections on the field of functional medicine, and some thoughts on what I’ve learned throughout my own health optimization journey. https://drruscio.com/how-we-plan-to-be-the-best-functional-medicine-clinic  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s podcast episode, I caught up with Dr. Kevin Wallace on the use of peptides for sleep, energy, performance, immune system function, and more. Dr. Wallace shares his insights from clinical experience with various peptides, and provides guidance on my own personal experimentation. . If you’re curious about peptides and how they work, I encourage you to listen to this episode to learn more. https://drruscio.com/peptides-and-your-health  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s podcast episode, Dr. Susan Blum takes us behind the scenes of her functional beverage formulations, and shares some of the most powerful nutrients for brain function, heart health, and the immune system. We also talk about strategies for rotating ingredients and increasing the density and quality of nutrients you consume. https://drruscio.com/nutrition-and-your-immune-system  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Can ozone therapy help with the treatment of autoimmune disease, chronic pain, and inflammation? On today’s podcast, I had a conversation with Dr. Akbar Khan to help answer these questions. While I remain apprehensive about recommending ozone therapy for conditions I treat based on the amount of evidence in support of its use, I appreciated this discussion and am open to the potential benefits, including those that may come to light with further research. If ozone therapy is something you’re curious about, I encourage you to listen to this episode. https://drruscio.com/ozone-therapy  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s episode of the podcast, I talk with Dr. Ronesh Sinha about the importance of balancing blood sugar, misconceptions about insulin resistance, and the best ways to eat, exercise, and sleep for blood sugar optimization. We also talk about the problem with overdoing keto diets and fasting, and how to determine your ideal carb allocation. https://drruscio.com/glucose-monitoring-insulin-resistance-sleep-diet My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Today on the podcast, Aaron Alexander and I go deep into the connections between physical mobility and emotional flexibility. Aaron’s approach to health combines the musculoskeletal with the psychospiritual, and he shares a number of insights into how everything is connected within our bodies and minds. This episode is also packed with simple strategies for improving mobility, function, and overall health. https://drruscio.com/physical-mobility-emotional-flexibility  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s podcast episode, I talk with Dr. Ken Adolph about how ketamine, a legal psychedelic, can be used as a tool to help break the cycle of ruminations for those with depression, anxiety, PTSD, past trauma, and maybe even for those with food or environmental reactivity. https://drruscio.com/ketamine-breakthroughs-in-brain-health-emotions  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Is folic acid really toxic for those with MTHFR gene polymorphisms? On today’s podcast, I take a balanced look at the research to help answer this question. I also share a case study about how one woman’s perimenopause symptoms were resolved with the help of conservative functional medicine, and a brief review research on modified citrus pectin as a heavy metal chelator. https://drruscio.com/is-folic-acid-toxic  Join our growing community of clinicians today! https://drruscio.com/review-1dollar/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s podcast episode, Dr. Debora Chasse shares her insights into a few surprising causes of chronic bloating and distention, including vagus nerve damage, lymphatic system blockages, and adhesions. We cover how to identify these issues, and techniques for healing. https://drruscio.com/bloating-distention-the-vagus-nerve-lymphatics-and-adhesions  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Is there any truth to the claims that there’s an ideal thyroid medication ratio? On today’s podcast, I break down the research to answer this question. I also share a fascinating case study about the power of probiotics to resolve H. pylori, and a brief review of a study on psychedelics for treating depression. https://drruscio.com/ideal-thyroid-medication-ratio  Join our growing community of clinicians today! https://drruscio.com/review-1dollar/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Today on the podcast, Dr. Mike T. Nelson is back to talk about how you can improve exercise tolerance, fatigue, stress, and recovery by gradually improving cardiovascular conditioning. He also explains a simple test you can perform yourself to determine your own cardiovascular conditioning. https://drruscio.com/fatigue-and-poor-recovery  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s podcast, I share key clinical insights from recent issues of the Future of Functional Medicine Review (FFMR), including a review of pancreatic insufficiency, the importance of careful data interpretation with thyroid research, and a case study on limbic retraining leading to improved GI function. https://drruscio.com/neural-retraining-for-gi-dysfunction  Join our growing community of clinicians today! https://drruscio.com/review-1dollar/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Your questions about low dose naltrexone with thyroid medications, how to improve PMS, dopamine deficiency, elemental diets, and more. https://drruscio.com/answers-on-naltrexone-improving-pms-dopamine-deficiency  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s podcast episode, I talk with Indoor Environmental Professional (IEP) Michael Schrantz about the importance of working with an expert who understands the whole picture when it comes to your environment. Michael breaks down a practical approach to mold testing that reduces fear, confusion, and cost. https://drruscio.com/mold-the-1-professional-you-must-have-on-your-team  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit  https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s podcast, I share key clinical insights from recent issues of the Future of Functional Medicine Review (FFMR), including research on the true underpinnings of SIBO, and a case study on effective functional medicine treatment for complex thyroid and gut symptoms.  https://drruscio.com/are-we-defining-sibo-properly  Join our growing community of clinicians today! https://drruscio.com/review-1dollar/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

If you have persistent constipation, bloating, and/or SIBO, and you haven’t responded to dietary changes or medications, it may have to do with abdominal adhesions (scar tissue). On today’s podcast, I talk with researchers and clinicians Larry and Belinda Wurn about what causes adhesions and how to know if they may be affecting you. https://drruscio.com/scar-tissue-in-your-gut  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://dr ruscio.com/resources 

In today’s episode, I talk with Magdalena Wszelaki about female hormone balance, estrogen dominance, and how you can improve hormonal balance and symptoms with dietary and herbal therapies that target the liver and the gut. https://drruscio.com/female-hormone-balance-how-tos  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Your questions about Sole water, taking collagen with biofilm busters, difficulty swallowing pills, hypothyroidism, SIBO, BPC-157 and more. https://drruscio.com/answers-on-sole-water-swallowing-pills-biofilms-sibo  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s podcast, I talk to journalist James Nestor about the fascinating science behind breath and the widespread benefits of nasal breathing for improving health, performance, sleep apnea, and even longevity. We also talk about what you can do to improve your own breathing starting now. https://drruscio.com/nasal-breathing-improves-health  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

In today’s episode, investigative journalist Scott Carney takes us inside what he learned while writing his fascinating book The Wedge. He breaks down how we can use ancestral or paleo stressors to reprogram and improve emotional and physiological health. https://drruscio.com/health-benefits-of-paleo-environmental-stressors-part-2  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

On today’s podcast, I sit down with Dr. Rob Abbott and Dr. Joe Mather, who work with me at the Austin Center for Functional Medicine. We talk about the exciting things that we’re doing at the clinic to contribute to meaningful scientific research, foster collaboration, and get better patient outcomes.  https://drruscio.com/better-model-of-functional-medicine  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

A new SIBO breath test assesses hydrogen sulfide, which is directly related to diarrhea and abdominal pain. Dr. Mark Pimentel tells us more about this new test and how it can help to personalize SIBO treatment. https://drruscio.com/new-sibo-test-assessing-hydrogen-sulfide  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

How can we use herbal remedies and the shape, color, and taste of foods to heal? Dr. Josh Axe draws from both ancient practices and modern medical research to identify practical tips and tools for using herbs and foods as medicine. https://drruscio.com/ancient-remedies My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Does cannabis use really double the risk of cancer? I break down what the research actually says, the importance of examining effect size, and how statements based on research findings can be misleading. https://drruscio.com/cannabis-cancer-risk  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/  If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Did you know the size of your jaw and the position of your tongue can influence how well you breathe, sleep, and feel? In this podcast episode, Dr. Theodore Belfor dives deep into the connection between the oral airway and overall health, including practical advice for improvement. https://drruscio.com/oral-airway-health  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Today we will cover Listener Questions including: Are glycosaminoglycans in meat problematic in SIBO; Why did my BMs improve when I ate “bad”; Thoughts on gene testing; Is it possible to have reactions to Medium Chain Triglycerides; Thoughts about EMF exposure at airport security; What’s your latest take on interpreting SIBO tests; Thoughts on Accutane and abdominal adhesions; and more. https://drruscio.com/answers-on-meat-and-sibo-better-bms-gene-testing-mct  Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

How can we optimize peptide therapy for cognitive performance? Listen to my conversation with Dr. Dan Stickler to learn about the importance of cycling, how to use brain mapping and brain stimulation alongside peptides, and what other outside-the-box therapies and tools may help. https://drruscio.com/peptides-for-cognitive-performance Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Whole foods are the centerpiece of the food as medicine movement, and have clear health benefits. In this episode, Nutritionist and founder of Paleo Valley Autumn Smith, shares how clean eating helped her heal her own health challenges, and inspired her to create whole-food, sustainably sourced products for others who need healthy clean eating options. https://drruscio.com/diet-mental-health-clean-sustainable-food-supplements My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Pushing your body’s limits with cold exposures, heat exposure, and breathing exercises may not seem like it could be healthy. In this episode, investigative journalist Scott Carney, author of The Wedge, shares how increasing environmental stressors has surprising health benefits, for your immune, metabolic, gut health, and more. https://drruscio.com/missing-paleo-stressors My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Your questions about Intestinal Support Formula, which elemental formula is best, Hashimotos, digestive bitters, antihistamines, and biofilms. https://drruscio.com/mycotoxin-support-low-fodmap-hashimotos My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

How do you improve bloating, fatigue, diarrhea, and hair loss? Simple gut health support, with the Paleo diet and probiotics can make a profound difference. In today’s video, Ana shares how the protocol in Healthy Gut, Healthy You improved her symptoms and restored her health. https://drruscio.com/bloating-fatigue-hair-loss-resolved My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy is a research proven technique for resolving trauma, anxiety, fear, and some of the limbic imbalances that can prevent healing progress, whether with your gut symptoms, chonic illness, and more. Listen as I discuss with Paula Harry, LCSW, to learn more about EMDR, how it works, and how to best use it. https://drruscio.com/emdr-therapy-a-science-based-tool-to-reduce-worry-anxiety-fear My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Ashok Gupta’s neuroplasticity training — also called limbic system retraining — reduced chronic pain, depression, and anxiety by more than 40% for women with fibromyalgia in 8 weeks. In today’s episode, Gupta shares his results, and discusses how focusing on the nervous system can create surprising results for chronic illness. https://drruscio.com/neuroplasticity-brain-retraining-program-is-effective-to-treat-chronic-illness My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

As we transition to a new year, I want to tell you how thankful I am for your support of Healthy Gut, Healthy You, The Future of Functional Medicine, Dr. Ruscio Radio, and Functional Medicine Formulations. Your support helps me encourage the Functional Medicine field to be more evidence based, and widens our collective impact. Listen to today’s episode to hear my full message of thanks, and my plans for the coming year and beyond. https://drruscio.com/thank-you-my-future-plans-and-all-the-reasons-i-am-grateful-for-you My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Your lymph system helps detox your body and clean up metabolic waste. In today’s podcast, FNP Stephanie Grutz shares her knowledge about the lymphatic system, and how attending to lymphatic drainage can help gut health and chronic illness. https://drruscio.com/gut-health-the-lymphatic-system-fecal-transplants My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Many functional medicine providers promote the view that combination thyroid medication — including both T3 and T4 — is better than using T4 alone, or that certain ratios of T3 to T4 are preferred for better health outcomes. But is this true? In today’s podcast, I share what the research says. https://drruscio.com/thyroid-medications-debunking-dogma My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Functional medicine needs a new treatment paradigm, one that doesn’t grasp at wild or unproven tests, supplements, or treatments. In this episode, Austin Center for Functional Medicine doctors Joe Mather, MD, Robert Abbott, MD, and I discuss how to harness the true power of functional medicine. It’s simplicity may surprise you. https://drruscio.com/the-new-paradigm-in-functional-medicine-2 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Functional medicine gets a lot of things right, but it also misses the mark in important ways that can cost patients extra money, and even worse, doesn’t get them better. In today’s podcast episode, I highlight the places functional medicine needs an upgrade, and share the clinical strategies that make functional medicine live up to it’s promise. https://drruscio.com/the-new-paradigm-in-functional-medicine Watch the Truth About Functional Medicine: https://vimeo.com/477697730/1a04aceda8  My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Your questions about Low FODMAP diet, Intestinal Support Formula, Gastroparesis, Over supplementation, and healing the gut after long-term antibiotics for lyme. https://drruscio.com/answers-on-low-fodmap-intestinal-support-gastroparesis-over-supplementing My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

The GI MAP stool test can give you a lot of useful information, but only if you properly interpret the results in context. In today’s podcast, Tom Fabian from Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory, shares his clinical wisdom about dysbiosis patterns, connecting the dots, and when the GI MAP can be especially useful. https://drruscio.com/how-to-use-interpret-the-gi-map-stool-test-part-2 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Nature bathing, forest bathing, time in nature, and living in blue or green zones has been shown to improve health. In today’s podcast, Abel James from Fat Man Burning shares his thoughts on the health benefits of time in nature, social media diets, and connecting with real people. https://drruscio.com/nature-solitude-thought My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams shares his personal story of recovery from diabetes and chronic disease by changing his diet and lifestyle. His own success led him to champion the fight to redefine chronic disease care and encourage a healthy future. Learn about his advocacy for a change in medicine. https://drruscio.com/the-power-of-personal-change-reforming-medicine My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Until recently, there hasn’t been a reliable way to test for hydrogen sulfide SIBO, and SIFO (small intestinal fungal overgrowth) can complicate the clinical picture. In today’s podcast, Dr. Preet Khangura, a SIBO and SIFO expert, shares about a new test for hydrogen sulfide SIBO, key clinical signs and symptoms of hydrogen sulfide SIBO and SIFO, and how to manage treatment for patients with these disorders. https://drruscio.com/updates-on-hydrogen-sulfide-sibo-sifo My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Kacheena has had IBS for most of her adult life, and recently developed severe PMS symptoms that flare her IBS. Kacheena supplemented her normal diet with one meal a day of an elemental diet and saw her IBS symptoms and PMS symptoms dramatically improve. Learn more about her success in today’s video. https://drruscio.com/elemental-dieting-resolves-chronic-ibs My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

As mold expert Dr. Jill Crista says on today’s podcast, there isn’t yet much objective data about which mold tests are the best for identifying and tracking mold illness. In today’s episode, Dr. Crista and Dr. Joe Mather discuss what we know about mold testing, it’s strengths and limitations. https://drruscio.com/deep-dive-into-mold-testing My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Jen used Elemental Heal, my elemental diet product, for her constant bloating, abdominal pain, and gas. Within 3 days, she felt 95% better, which really improved her quality of life and her ability to do her job. Listen to Jen’s experience with the elemental diet, and learn how she’s handling food reintroductions. https://drruscio.com/elemental-diet-rapidly-improves-bloating-gas-abdominal-pain My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Single drug treatments for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia haven’t been successfully found, but Dr. Dale Bredesen’s 36 point plan has reversed cognitive decline for some patients. In today’s podcast, Dr. Bredesen shares how to prioritize key brain health markers to improve cognitive function and reduce risk factors for dementia and Alzheimer’s. https://drruscio.com/keys-for-preventing-cognitive-decline My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Did you know that gut health problems can be a huge contributor to thyroid symptoms? Though it’s often overlooked or misunderstood, there is a strong gut-thyroid connection. In this video, I discuss several research studies that demonstrate the gut-thyroid connection, and share how you can improve your thyroid function by focusing on your gut health. https://drruscio.com/the-often-overlooked-gut-thyroid-connection My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Your questions about what to do after SIBO clears but symptoms persist, intestinal worms, is Elemental Heal dairy-free, how probiotics work in the gut and more … https://drruscio.com/answers-on-sibo-testing-worms-imodium-elemental-diet My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Did you know that healthy foods may harm you? Despite common advice, dietary fiber for constipation isn’t always the right thing, and if you have histamine intolerance, high histamine foods may increase your digestive symptoms. In today’s video, I discuss why perfectly healthy foods sometimes aren’t right for an individual, and how you should look at elimination diets. https://drruscio.com/healthy-foods-may-harm-you My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

The GI MAP stool test is widely used in functional medicine and integrative medicine practices, but how should it be best interpreted? In today’s podcast, Dr. Tom Fabian from Diagnostic Solutions Lab — the home of the GI MAP — explains how to use the GI MAP in practice, and shares several important clinical correlations of key GI MAP markers and how to use those results for appropriate action. https://drruscio.com/how-to-interpret-the-gi-map-stool-test My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Lack of deep breathing can contribute to distention, bloating, gut pain, and other GI symptoms. In this podcast, UCSF Professor and researcher Erik Peper explains the profound power of deep breathing and biofeedback, how shallow breathing increases the stress response, and how to improve your gut health through good breathing technique. https://drruscio.com/an-overlooked-cause-of-distention-bloating My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

If you have high TSH levels, what should you do? Many functional providers mistakenly misdiagnose patients as hypothyroid unnecessarily. In today’s video, learn the truth about elevated TSH levels, and how to tell if you need thyroid medication or not. https://drruscio.com/high-tsh-levels-what-should-you-do My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Your questions answered: FMT for C. diff, coughing after eating, Rifaximin dose, red-light therapy for fatigue, spore-based probiotics and their effects on SIBO. http://drruscio.com/listener-questions-on-fmt-for-c-diff-coughing-after-eating My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Adrian had constant brain fog, joint pain, and fatigue. He used the recommendations in Healthy Gut, Healthy You to restore his gut health. Learn more about how Adrian used probiotics, the elemental diet, and targeted dietary changes to feel better. https://drruscio.com/chronic-brain-fog-joint-pain-and-fatigue-resolved My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Overuse of herbal antimicrobials in a quest to get SIBO breath test results to normalize can cause bad effects for patients. I share a case study illustrating how this practice led the patient to develop C. difficile infection. I also share the results of two studies comparing probiotics to the antibiotic Rifaximin for IBS and SIBO that suggest probiotics are similarly effective. https://drruscio.com/overuse-of-herbal-antimicrobials-probiotics My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Today’s podcast reviews a Future of Functional Medicine Review issue, a case study of a woman who was inappropriately diagnosed as hypothyroid. I also review study comparing probiotics to rifaximin for treatment of constipation and IBS, and a study that erroneously linked probiotics with brain fog. https://drruscio.com/questioning-incorrect-hypothyroid-diagnosis My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Thyroid and SIBO health challenges are often overmanaged in functional medicine practices, which costs patients unnecessary money. In today’s podcast, I share two case studies that show why it’s important to be circumspect when treating thyroid health challenges and gut health challenges. https://drruscio.com/gut-thyroid-and-sibo-case-studies My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

In today’s podcast, I answer listener questions about the connection between gut health and hair regrowth, how increased stress from the COVID crisis could affect gut symptoms, whether immunoglobulins can bind mold and mycotoxins, and other questions about die off reactions, the elemental diet, and soil based probiotics. https://drruscio.com/listener-questions-hair-regrowth-reducing-covid-stress-mycotoxins My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

In this podcast episode, I summarize the March 2020 issue of the Future of Functional Medicine Review clinician newsletter. This includes a summary of a systematic review on the low FODMAP diet, a case study that showcases the all-too-common wasteful application of functional medicine testing and treatment, and important studies that should guide the clinical approach to hypothyroidism. https://drruscio.com/functional-medicine-testing-waste My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Birth control pills are one of the most commonly used forms of contraception, but they have clearly documented risks. In today’s podcast, Harvard-trained gynecologist Dr. Sara Gottfried shares the risks and side effects of oral contraception, and healthier birth control options. https://drruscio.com/what-is-the-safest-form-of-birth-control My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Which is more environmentally friendly: an omnivorous or vegetarian diet? In today’s podcast, I meet with Robb Wolf, Paleo diet advocate and Greg Schwartz, political ecologist and vegan to discuss. In a discussion that ranged from sustainable food systems and regenerative farming to greenhouse gases, we discovered more common ground than you might imagine. https://drruscio.com/climate-change-debate-carnivorous-vs-vegan-diet My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

I’m constantly following the new probiotics research, and updating my articles and resources. In today’s podcast, I review the most recent relevant probiotics studies. I’ve also had some recent health issues that have taught me some new lessons, and have moved my clinic to Austin, TX, so I share my latest personal news. https://drruscio.com/probiotic-research-updates My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Dr. Aseem Desai calls atrial fibrillation the Afib epidemic, as 1 in 4 people over age 40 will develop the disease. In today’s podcast, we discuss Afib causes and risk factors, Afib triggers, and how early intervention and detection can improve outcomes. https://drruscio.com/atrial-fibrillation My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Meditation is proven to help improve physical and mental health. In today’s podcast, Josephine Atluri helps you understand how to use deep breathing, meditation, and mindfulness of the present moment to feel well, whether you’re new to meditation, or already experienced. https://drruscio.com/meditation-advanced-techniques My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Fertility is only important when you need it. In this podcast, renowned fertility expert Dr. Shahin Ghadir discusses infertility causes and reasons, infertility rates, and how to preserve female and male fertility. https://drruscio.com/fertility-dos-and-donts My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

After time spent in Asia led to chronic stomach pain and brain fog, Mark used the Healthy Gut, Healthy You protocol to heal. Learn how Mark recovered using diet, probiotics, antimicrobials and more in the right order at the right time. https://drruscio.com/how-mark-healed-brain-fog-and-stomach-pain My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Cell phone radiation and EMFs are now ubiquitous, and they can cause numerous health impacts. In today’s podcast, Daniel DeBaun, a former telecommunications engineer and executive, shares what you need to know about the health effects of EMF radiation and how to minimize your risk. https://drruscio.com/cell-phone-radiation-emf-electrical-pollution/ My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

Probiotics need to be used properly to get their intended benefit. In today’s podcast, I talk about the 3-for-Balance protocol I recommend in the clinic and explain why using three probiotics together is best. I also share a case study from Phyllis, who used the 3-for-Balance protocol to dramatically improve her SIBO. https://drruscio.com/the-most-effective-probiotic-protocol-on-the-market My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Mold toxicity and mold illness can be very difficult to heal and treat. In this podcast, mold expert Dr. Neil Nathan shares his wisdom gleaned from treating thousands of patients with mold toxicity about how to succeed. https://drruscio.com/navigating-mold-toxicity-treatment My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Meet George, who is using an elemental diet to relieve his C. difficile symptoms of chronic diarrhea and food intolerance. George shares his story, we discuss FMT and probiotics for C. diff, and I answer his question about how to reintroduce food after an elemental diet. https://drruscio.com/elemental-dieting-provides-relief-from-c-diff My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The modified paleo diet called the Wahls protocol, developed by Dr. Terry Wahls to address her multiple sclerosis, can be a powerful diet for autoimmune and gut healing. In this episode, Dr. Wahls shares what really helps patients change their diet, what to include and avoid on the protocol, and whether adapting the protocol for gut health is ok. https://drruscio.com/a-nutrient-dense-paleo-diet-for-autoimmunity My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Did you know that joint pain and arthritis can be related to your gut health? Meet Ron, who used the protocol in Healthy Gut, Healthy You, and resolved his shoulder pain, plus low-grade digestive discomfort within a few short months. https://drruscio.com/relief-from-shoulder-pain My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

How do you find true health? In this episode, Paul Chek explores how unapologetically being yourself, facing your true stress, and living a life of purpose can help you reach your full healing potential, whether you’re a patient or practitioner. https://drruscio.com/god-medicine-and-being-yourself My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The benefits of probiotics for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), for babies and pregnant mothers, and for histamine intolerance and allergies have been shown in high quality research. Learn what the research says, and how to best use probiotics supplements. https://drruscio.com/probiotic-benefits-for-motherchild-histamine-intolerance My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

You may think calcium supplementation is important for your bone health and it is. But it turns out, it may increase your risk for bone fractures, and cardiovascular disease events, such as heart attack and stroke. In this episode, Chris Kresser shares what the research says about calcium and how to supplement safely. https://drruscio.com/calcium-supplementation-does-not-improve-bone-health My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

What if you could take a simple stool test that accurately predicted what you should eat to manage your blood sugar? The Day Two test does this, and provides you with a personalized diet plan to keep your blood sugar under control. In today’s podcast, I met with Lihi Segal from Day Two, to learn more about the test, and how it can help you with diabetes, weight loss, performance, and even IBS. https://drruscio.com/day-two My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Any amount of exercise can leave Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) patients exhausted or even bedridden. In today’s podcast, my guest is Dr. Nancy Klimas, ME/CFS researcher and clinician. She shared exercise tips for patients with CFS and Gulf War Syndrome, as well as a treatment strategy to improve fatigue and other symptoms. https://drruscio.com/how-to-exercise-if-you-have-chronic-fatigue My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

For people with chronic diarrhea, the stool test markers steatocrit and elastase can quickly distinguish between two treatable GI disorders: bile acid malabsorption and exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. In today’s podcast, Dr. Ilana Gurevich fills us in on the value of these two stool markers for helping patients with diarrhea. https://drruscio.com/the-value-of-stool-testing My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Can a stool test really give you clear, actionable results? While results always need to read with finesse, the new Doctor’s Data GI 360 test is one of the most scientifically validated stool tests to date. In today’s episode, I meet with Dr. David Quig from Doctor’s Data to learn about the new test, and what stool testing can really tell us. https://drruscio.com/validated-dna-stool-testing My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

According to a 2018 study, safe sun exposure appears to increase vitamin D levels and reduce depression symptoms in vitamin D deficient people. In today’s podcast, I review the study, share the best way to practice sun exposure, and suggest how to get adequate sun during the winter months. https://drruscio.com/sun-exposure-reduces-depression My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Join SIBO expert Dr. Allison Siebecker to hear key advice for SIBO patients, the surprising results of the latest SIBO studies, and hear her answers to listener questions about SIBO. Also, learn more about her widely appreciated SIBO courses for both patients and practitioners. https://drruscio.com/updates-on-sibo My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Holly was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and hyperthyroidism and her symptoms continually got worse during her 30s. Using guidance from Healthy Gut, Healthy You, she focused on improving her gut health. She no longer needed her bipolar medication, and she’s been able to significantly reduce her hyperthyroidism medication. Learn more about Holly’s story. https://drruscio.com/bipolar-hyperthyroid-vastly-improved-by-optimizing-gut-health My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Is the risk of coronavirus infection as serious as we’ve been led to believe? In today’s podcast, I talk with Dr. Kirk Parsley, who thinks the relative risk is lower than we think, and that the case fatality rate will end up being similar to influenza. Hear his thoughts about coronavirus testing, coronavirus data, and public health strategies to move us forward from COVID-19. https://drruscio.com/assessing-coronavirus-covid19-risk My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

In an ideal world, we wouldn't need probiotics. However, today there are a number of factors that congeal to create a situation in which probiotics do seem to offer benefit for many. Here I describe the various factors that can result in an unbalanced gut and why this happens. Luckily there are things you can do to improve the health of your gut. Probiotics can play a supportive role in that. https://drruscio.com/why-probiotics-are-important My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

With a coronavirus vaccine and effective antivirals still a ways out in the future, how can we practice coronavirus prevention and best support ourselves if we get sick? In today’s podcast, I talk with Dr. Paul Anderson, naturopathic physician, about natural supplements that may help with coronavirus prevention and treatment. https://drruscio.com/natural-supports-for-coronavirus-covid-19 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

What’s the best test for SIBO, the glucose breath test, or the lactulose breath test? In today’s video, I share the results of a meta-analysis suggesting glucose breath testing is more accurate. I also discuss how to properly read a lactulose breath test to increase accuracy, and how much you should rely on breath testing for SIBO while improving your gut health. https://drruscio.com/the-best-test-for-sibo My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Knowing how long to stay on the Low-FODMAP diet is key to your success. You should be seeing Low-FODMAP results at three-to-four weeks, but you may need a few months before you see the full benefits. Learn how to decide how long to use the Low-FODMAP diet for IBS, SIBO, and other gut health conditions. https://drruscio.com/how-long-should-you-stay-on-the-low-fodmap-diet My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Minimizing coronavirus spread is the key to safely reopening US society. Dr. Perlmutter shares how to prevent coronavirus spread, how the US is working toward herd immunity and safety, and how to encourage healthy immune function for coronavirus prevention. https://drruscio.com/evaluating-risk-and-updates-on-coronavirus My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

What is the most powerful method to overcome your thyroid symptoms? Treating the cause. Shockingly, many patients are told their thyroid is the problem when it is not. Amy struggled with thyroid medications for a year and a half and experienced no improvement. She was incorrectly labeled hypothyroid, so the meds didn’t work. Let’s discuss how you can double-check if your diagnosis is correct, and how simple gut therapies may treat the cause of your symptoms. https://drruscio.com/1-powerful-way-to-overcome-your-thyroid-symptoms My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Optimize your carb timing, sleep, and fasting for performance and body composition, and learn about antioxidants, peptides, and hydrogen-rich water with fitness expert Kris Gethin. https://drruscio.com/performance-body-composition-anti-aging My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Can you get enough probiotics from food? Yes for maintenance but likely not enough to have a clinical effect. Let's compare the number of probiotics contained in fermented foods vs. the amount in probiotic supplements. https://drruscio.com/can-you-get-enough-probiotics-from-food My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Healing mold illness and mold remediation doesn’t have to be difficult. Join me and Dr. Jill Crista as we discuss mold inspection and mold removal tips, the connection between mold toxicity and mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), and mold illness treatment options. https://drruscio.com/mold-remediation-best-natural-mcas-treatments My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Aimee Gallo is our new health coach. Learn more about Aimee’s health and fitness coaching background, and how she can help you improve your gut health and reach your health goals. https://drruscio.com/health-coaching-scientifically-validated-and-cost-effective-care My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Mold treatment and home assessment can get expensive and complicated really fast. In today’s podcast, Dr. Ami Kapadia shares her refreshingly simple approach to helping her mold patients recover. In this episode, we cover: Which tests to use to identify a mold health problem. How to assess your home for mold, and how to choose an appropriate professional to help. A straightforward mold treatment approach. If you or someone you love has been affected by mold or environmental illness, you won’t want to miss this episode. https://drruscio.com/treatment-of-mold-toxicity My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Tiffany, a Whole30 nutrition coach, read my book, Healthy Gut, Healthy You and found a lot to help her clients. She learned that: the gut matters, no matter what her clients present with. clients need individualized support, rather than trendy fads. the elemental diet may help some of her most stubborn cases. https://drruscio.com/nutritional-practitioners-use-hghy My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Our guest this week is James Maskell, author of "The Community Cure" and champion of making Functional Medicine affordable for all. One of the main discussion points that he brings to the table is that of community based treatment. When people come together in groups to work on their healing they are more successful, this model simultaneously solves a major symptom that is often overlooked, loneliness. He also discusses his findfunctional.com website offering, which I think is actually a fantastic idea. You input data into a screening system and the screening helps direct you to the level of care requisite with your needs: health coach, nutritionist, functional medicine doctor, and also will save costs and improve efficiency. https://drruscio.com/finding-a-functional-medicine-doc My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Rachel had tried probiotics from time to time but didn’t see any meaningful result. When her functional medicine doctor wanted to put her on antimicrobials for her IBS C symptoms, not her preference, she decided to give it one last try and took all three categories of probiotics together, as recommended in Healthy Gut Healthy You. She finally improved after years of suffering. While category two probiotics are known for helping IBS D symptoms, that does not mean they don’t help with IBS C. https://drruscio.com/best-probiotic-for-constipation My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Dr. Tom Guilliams joins us to elaborate on his paper that was just published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine about “Dysbiosis or Adaptation: How Stable Is the Gut Microbiome?” In the interview, we discuss how the changes we see on a stool test may not be the cause of problems, but may instead be a symptom of a deeper underlying dysfunction. We agreed that what makes you feel best is likely the best approach for your gut, especially when it comes to bowel motility. Because the gut changes rapidly in response to diet and lifestyle influences, we also discuss how to best nurture an adaptable gut microbiome. https://drruscio.com/?p=56683 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Fecal Microbiota Transplant (FMT) means taking the stool from a healthy donor and transplanting it into the colon of the host (a sick individual). There is excellent evidence to support the use of FMT for clostridium difficile and emerging evidence for the treatment of IBD. The data for IBS is still unclear. It’s best to try other therapies first. https://drruscio.com/?p=56682 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Aaron Alexander and I have a fascinating discussion about what happens to your mind and overall sense of being when your body is physically aligned. We touch on a few of the 5 movement principles from his book The Align Method that help develop a stronger body and sharper mind. Aaron does a great job of providing simple things that you can do, and actually framed in a quite attractive manner that can improve, as I'll share in the episode, hip mobility, shoulder mobility, and just keep your body more fluid, and also how that ties in with having a more fluid, flexible, present, and happy psyche. https://drruscio.com/?p=56582 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Dr. David Brady joins us to discuss some exciting developments in the way of testing for SARS CoV-2. Right now most testing for Coronavirus is occurring by way of major hospitals, Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory is changing that by offering serum testing to smaller institutions like general practitioners and alternative healthcare providers. In addition, at home stool testing kits will be made available for consumers. The more we know about who has the virus, who has had it, and who has developed immunity to it, the more quickly we can get people back to work and learn more about how this virus behaves in various individuals. We also discuss some natural agents, like vitamin C, melatonin, and quercetin, that may help to reduce the severity and duration of symptoms in some patients. https://drruscio.com/?p=56951 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The listener questions episodes have been really enjoyable and I hope you will continue to submit your questions. Chances are if you have the question, so do many more people in the audience. Keep them coming! In this episode, I discuss answers to your questions about: Sugar and the microbiota Why prokinetics are recommended only after antimicrobial treatment How long to try the Low Sulfur Diet before moving on to other therapies Feeling bloated from drinking water on an empty stomach Losing hope in functional medicine Pulsing probiotics The role of satiety and hunger with dysbiosis https://drruscio.com/?p=56272 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Joe Pizzorno, who is, in short, a founding father of the movement of natural medicine. We’ll be discussing environmental toxins. There are a few, very interesting hypotheses Dr. Pizzorno puts forth. Environmental toxins have not really abated the way that there has been an improvement in sugar and calorie consumption, and this could be what's ultimately driving increases in a litany of diseases. In this one example, obesity and diabetes, which, according to his comments, are still going up, and what might be happening is these toxins are actually deranging the function of insulin receptors. So, a pretty interesting couple hypotheses, and some data to support it, that he puts forth. He also gives a few simple ways of screening for toxins and opens the door into a simple method for detox therapy and also references two books that he’s written to give more advice here on the topic, one for a lay audience, and one for clinicians. So, really, a very interesting conversation today with Dr. Pizzorno. https://drruscio.com/?p=56270 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Dr. Tommy Woods brings some practical and pragmatic analysis to something otherwise confusing. The utility of gene testing (or lack there of). He helps to pick apart and debunk the case for gene testing in an evidenced-based way. We talk about risk, size, effect size, MTHFR, weight, and cardiovascular genetic testing. The overall message is that gene testing does more harm than good. It causes worry and fear. And this has a negative impact because when you're told you have a bad gene or a bad polymorphism of a gene, this has a negative psychological ramification while offering no clinical or treatment benefit. I’ve come across many patients who have wasted a lot of time, energy, and money, chasing down genetic testing to try and feel better and in my experience, basing treatment on genetics just never ends up being successful. This discussion is not about pointing fingers at practitioners or patients, everyone is doing their best with what they have, but more to educate people that there is not strong enough evidence to support the utility of these tests. https://drruscio.com/?p=56101 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

I like to think of red light therapy, these devices that you can buy and use in your home, as a way of replacing the long-term exposure we should be having to natural sunlight (but don’t because of our predominantly indoor, sedentary  lifestyle). Even when we were hunter-gatherers outside in the shade, we were getting this long-term exposure to natural light. And that actually has a hormetic effect on our mitochondria, making them better able to produce antioxidants. This might be one of the key mechanisms as to why there has been documented such a litany of benefits to using a red light therapy device. We’ll discuss best uses for red light therapy like anti-aging, exercise, inflammation, etc. and give you some protocol guidelines. Some of the research behind thyroid is absolutely staggering. https://drruscio.com/?p=56268 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

This podcast episode reviews the research data that suggest that probiotics reduce the intensity and duration of upper respiratory infections. Because of this benefit, probiotics may support immune function during an illness. https://drruscio.com/?p=56754 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Sign up for our newsletter: http://drruscio.com/subscribe

In today's episode, we are joined by Lenore Skenazy, author of Free-range Kids and started a foundation called Let Grow. We discussed this very important concept of anti-fragility which essentially means if we don't expose children to risk it can actually cripple their development. She discusses the pros and cons of sheltering children and brings to our attention some resources that are thankfully now available for parents, teachers, and school districts, to start moving back to an older way of approaching children's responsibility and safety. It seems that the media has instilled fear in parents and there has been a loss of balance as a result. These days it is common for parents not to let kids out of their sight for fear of kidnapping or abduction, however Lenore helps us understand that the statistics show that this is extremely rare. Kids need to take risks, get dirty, and try things on their own. https://drruscio.com/?p=56098 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Today we will cover listener questions, including … Should you eat high carb while treating SIBO? Is libido affected by high intensity training in a fasted state? Most protein powders cause gut symptoms, what should I do? Can you take Iberogast if you have ulcers and acid reflux? https://drruscio.com/?p=56091 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

In today's episode, I am joined by mold expert, Doctor Jill Crista. She discusses some fascinating theories regarding what happens in mycotoxicity or this syndrome in which your body is inundated with not actually mold itself but the toxins that are produced by mold or fungus. She describes symptoms that help you determine if there's an increased likelihood that you may have been, or currently are, being exposed to mycotoxins. Lastly, she outlines some helpful testing and treatment strategies. I’m already looking forward to a Part II. https://drruscio.com/?p=56096 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Most elemental diet products have been out of reach for people with whey intolerance (or allergy), that’s why we created Elemental Heal Whey Free. The elemental diet is a unique pre-digested, hypoallergenic formula that helps heal the gut. Research shows that an elemental diet can lower inflammation in the gut and joints and starve overgrowth of bacteria and fungus (decreasing SIBO). There are a few different ways to use the elemental diet, contrary to popular belief, it does not have to be all or nothing for two weeks in order to see benefit. If you have already improved your diet and used probiotics but still have symptoms, an elemental diet should be considered. https://drruscio.com/?p=56095 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

In today's episode, we are joined by Susan Bratton who is a sexual health specialist. We discuss the importance of nitric oxide production and how it is critical for optimal blood flow. She shares some opinions on citrulline versus arginine, two of the more popular supplements that can help to promote nitric oxide production. And made some very interesting tie-ins to how your oral health and your oral microbiome have a fairly sizable impact on nitric oxide and therefore your ability to experience arousal both for men and for women. Susan also laid out some ways of reframing sexual health, partner connectivity and intimacy. I hope you’ll try some of these exercises if you are experiencing some of those initial feelings of complacency. Certainly some very helpful techniques for couples who've been together for many years. https://drruscio.com/?p=56100 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The elemental diet is a unique pre-digested, hypoallergenic formula that helps heal the gut. Research shows that an elemental diet can lower inflammation in the gut and joints and starve overgrowth of bacteria and fungus (decreasing SIBO). There are a few different ways to use the elemental diet, contrary to popular belief, it does not have to be all or nothing for two weeks in order to see benefit. Most elemental diets contain around 60 grams of carbs per serving. Our Low Carb Elemental Heal formula contains added healthy fats and only 20 grams of carbs per serving. https://drruscio.com/?p=56093 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

In this episode I spoke with Dr. Tina Beaudoin on the topic of water, and it was shocking to me to learn that there are actually far more toxins and pollutants in our water than I originally thought, and apparently it's fairly regular to have violations occur to the upper acceptable limit for water toxins. This is something that organizations are working to lobby to reform and improve. Dr. Beaudoin mentions a few websites that you can visit to get specific information about the water supply in your community. Knowledge is power and your voice counts with these issues. Lastly, we discuss some recommendations on affordable and effective water filtration systems that can be easily installed in your home for clean and safe drinking water. https://drruscio.com/?p=56030 Apply to be a Health Coach with the Ruscio Institute here: https://drruscio.com/healthcoachjob My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

There is a desperate need for better training in the world of SIBO treatment. Allison Siebecker, a known SIBO expert, now offers a SIBO training course for practitioners. She supplies an algorithm that provides a roadmap through which to apply the available treatments (which is the difference between success and failure). Patients are often given too many things to try at once with no process to follow and end up feeling lost and more symptomatic than when they started. In this course, Dr. Siebecker goes so far as to give clues as to when to consider things like adhesions or limbic retraining and even tips that go as far-reaching as how to correctly order a barium swallow if you're suspicious of it and want to rule out adhesions in a patient. Dr. Siebecker is a colleague whom I trust and agree with and I highly recommend going through her training. https://drruscio.com/?p=56031 Apply to be a Health Coach with the Ruscio Institute here: https://drruscio.com/healthcoachjob My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Dr. Eric Trexler and I discuss sleep and how to dial in your diet for optimal body composition. The aim is to help people realize eating behaviors that are thwarting their body composition and making sure we don't tell someone to just blindly cut calories or encumber them with tracking, which can seem difficult, and arduous, and painstaking. There's also a great answer to the question of age-associated weight gain, meaning is this just something that as you age, your metabolism slows and you gain weight? No, there's actually a very empowering ray of hope there. And a few helpful nuggets about sleep. Dr. Trexler is an accomplished academic. He has a foot in both academia and publications having published over 40 papers and real-world applications having coached many people. He brings a very nice balanced and experienced perspective to the conversation. https://drruscio.com/?p=49011 Apply to be a Health Coach with the Ruscio Institute here: https://drruscio.com/healthcoachjob My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Immunoglobulins reside in the lining of your intestinal tract and help to bind, neutralize, and deactivate irritants and toxins in the gut. When your immune system and/or gut is compromised, it is helpful to supplement with immunoglobulins. This additional support helps to protect your immune system from getting triggered by these various irritants. Research tells us that immunoglobulin supplementation can help those who struggle with SIBO, IBS, leaky gut, Histamine issues, H. Pylori, inflammation issues and more. They’ve been shown to benefit those who have tried many other therapies and failed to see results. The best way to trial immunoglobulins is to start an initial assessment for 2-3 weeks. You may plateau around 8-9 weeks. Maintain the plateau for 1-2 months and attempt to wean off or find the minimal effective dose. They can also be used when in a flare. Good news for vegetarians, there are egg-derived immunoglobulins available. https://drruscio.com/?p=56026 Apply to be a Health Coach with the Ruscio Institute here: https://drruscio.com/healthcoachjob My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

What are the best testing methods and treatments for parasitic and gram-negative bacterial Infections in the GI? Dr. Anne Hill shares some of her go-to lab tests and we have a healthy debate about the absolute need for lab testing in general. In terms of treatment, we agree that addressing the gut first with diet, probiotics, and potentially antimicrobials are the best place to start. Dr. Hill also talks to us about MCAS and mold issues that she sees regularly in her clinic. One key takeaway is that you can and should test your home environment if you suspect mold. While this may sound like a rigorous and expensive endeavor it doesn’t have to be. https://drruscio.com/?p=55758 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

There are two types of autoimmunity that may be responsible for patients who (to put it simply) don't respond to any therapies. Anti-phospholipid syndrome and/or autoimmune dysautonomia may be driving this. I talk with Dr. Schofield about some of the symptoms, history and findings that may indicate these conditions. We talk about testing (impart a few cautions with functional medicine tests) and we talk about treatment considerations. Some of these are things that we're familiar with - gluten-free, dairy-free, low histamine, improving one's gut health, mass cell activation syndrome supports, etc. Dr. Schofield is starting to experiment with oral immunoglobulin therapy and also uses intravenous or IVIG as something that can be quite helpful for patients who have otherwise been unresponsive. We dig in pretty deep in this episode so I hope you’ll find it very informative and helpful. https://drruscio.com/?p=56025 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The Carnivore Diet advises one to only consume animal products. Anecdotal reports suggest this diet can be helpful for those with autoimmune conditions and sensitive guts. However, a degree of caution should be exercised with any new diet because people tend to flock to the new and novel. Today I speak with physician Paul Saladino, MD who has been using this diet in his practice for over a year. We discuss what to do, what to avoid and how you can experiment with this diet safely. https://drruscio.com/?p=55754 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

If you are looking for more motivation to make healthy changes and find themselves struggling with compliance, Brain Wash by Dr. Perlmutter is a fantastic resource. In this episode, Dr. Perlmutter discusses how modern day unhealthy choices will create this over-reliance of the amygdala in the brain at the expense of the prefrontal cortex - the amygdala is more emotional based and the prefrontal cortex is more logic or reasoning based. For those of us who are stuck in this cycle of making bad choices, going to bed too late, drinking too much, eating unhealthy food, not exercising, there may be this unhealthy habit related stimulus in which inflammation may be a main driver that causes this skewing of what parts of the brain are activated. The book helps one better understand what the source of some of these bad habits are and what one can do to change them. https://drruscio.com/?p=56009 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

I’ve recently published a comprehensive, 43-page guide to getting the most out of your probiotic supplements on my website. I’ve also developed this podcast series to highlight some of the key takeaways that you need to know about probiotic therapy. This episode is part 3 in a 3-part podcast series. Imbalances of the gut microbiota are becoming increasingly common and can cause distressing digestive symptoms and an array of seemingly unrelated symptoms and conditions. These include mood, energy, skin, joint health, metabolism, sleep, immune function, hormone balance and thyroid health. Thankfully, probiotics can help to correct these imbalances and relieve symptoms. Hundreds of research studies provide evidence for these benefits. When used correctly, probiotics are a powerful therapy with a surprisingly long list of health benefits. But for many health care consumers, the results of probiotic therapy can be suboptimal due to lack of information or poor probiotic quality. https://drruscio.com/?p=55752 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Mason had been plagued by chronic reflux. He then saw his primary care and then later his gastroenterologist who prescribed acid lowering medication, which caused reactions included a rash and did not resolve his symptoms. Mason experienced a 30% improvement from a vegetarian low FOMDAP diet (from Healthy Gut, Healthy You). He then came into my office and saw 70% improvements via a combination of HCl and probiotic supplementation. He is a great example of how powerfully your gut can respond if you provide the right support. https://drruscio.com/?p=55759 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

When used correctly, probiotics are a powerful therapy with a surprisingly long list of health benefits. But for many health care consumers, the results of probiotic therapy can be suboptimal due to lack of information or poor probiotic quality. I’ve recently published a comprehensive, 43-page guide to getting the most out of your probiotic supplements on my website. I’ve also developed this podcast series to highlight some of the key takeaways that you need to know about probiotic therapy. This episode is part 2 in a 3-part podcast series. Imbalances of the gut microbiota are becoming increasingly common and can cause distressing digestive symptoms and an array of seemingly unrelated symptoms and conditions. These include mood, energy, skin, joint health, metabolism, sleep, immune function, hormone balance and thyroid health. Thankfully, probiotics can help to correct these imbalances and relieve symptoms. Hundreds of research studies provide evidence for these benefits. https://drruscio.com/?p=49002 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

A large and very compelling study with over 200,000 participants suggests caution about taking acid-suppressing medication (proton pump inhibitors and H2 blockers). The study found an increased risk of death from cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, and upper gastrointestinal cancer. PPIs have been shown to heal gastric and duodenal ulcers when in short-term applications of 4-8 weeks. So, it’s important to keep an open mind about the potential benefits of these drugs. But I discourage you from taking acid-suppressing medications over the long term for reflux. There are several excellent alternatives for treating the root cause of reflux. These include dietary interventions and probiotics. In the long run, addressing the root cause of your reflux symptoms improves your overall health and reduces your risk of serious side effects from medication. https://drruscio.com/?p=49002 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

When used correctly, probiotics are a powerful therapy with a surprisingly long list of health benefits. But for many health care consumers, the results of probiotic therapy can be suboptimal due to lack of information or poor probiotic quality. I’ve recently published a comprehensive, 43-page guide to getting the most out of your probiotic supplements on my website. I’ve also developed this podcast series to highlight some of the key takeaways that you need to know about probiotic therapy. This episode is part 1 in a 3-part podcast series. Imbalances of the gut microbiota are becoming increasingly common and can cause distressing digestive symptoms and an array of seemingly unrelated symptoms and conditions. These include mood, energy, skin, joint health, metabolism, sleep, immune function, hormone balance and thyroid health. Thankfully, probiotics can help to correct these imbalances and relieve symptoms. Hundreds of research studies provide evidence for these benefits. https://drruscio.com/?p=48993 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

What’s the difference between a brain game and a classic game like Monopoly? Unlike other games, brain games are specifically designed to drive structural and functional changes in your brain, leading to improvements in cognitive speed and accuracy. Not all brain games are created equal, however. In this episode, Dr. Henry Mahncke shares some of the exciting clinical research behind brain games developed by BrainHQ, including one study that showed a 48% reduced risk of a car crash for seniors who practiced one type of brain game! https://drruscio.com/?p=48991 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Do you need to perform expensive blood testing to determine ‘what nutrients you’re deficient in’? Probably not. Ensuring you have adequate nutrients on a daily basis is not only cheaper, but may be a better long-term strategy. Today I speak with Marty Kendall, who’s developed a simple system to assess where you have holes in your diet. https://drruscio.com/?p=48764 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Excess fluoride from fluorinated drinking water has been linked to hypothyroidism in a recent systematic review (a high-quality summary of many studies). The review also found that the fluoride had other health effects like dental and skeletal fluorosis. Fluoride may disrupt the thyroid by inhibiting the ability of iodine to function in the body. Other sources of fluoride include processed beverages and foods, Teflon pans, and pesticides. Best steps to take: filter your water and focus on healthy nutrients. See the video for more details. https://drruscio.com/?p=48762 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Psychedelics are coming up more and more in the conversation about future mental health therapies. Under the right conditions, some psychedelics can facilitate valuable perspective shifts. But is the media getting carried away? What precautions should be in place? In this episode, researcher and clinical psychologist Dr. Peter Hendricks shares an objective take on the so-called “classic” psychedelics and what to know. We discuss their potential impact on addiction, trauma, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. You’ll also hear what it would look like to take a psychedelic when carefully guided by a therapist. https://drruscio.com/?p=48749 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

If you have hypothyroidism, your gut could play a role in your symptoms. Namely, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) may be present too. About 30% of people who have hypothyroidism have low stomach acid, according to high-quality research. Low stomach acid can increase your risk of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). The science also shows a direct link between SIBO and hypothyroidism. When trying to improve how you feel, consider healing your gut with probiotics and possibly supplemental hydrochloric acid. Learn more about what to do in this video. https://drruscio.com/?p=48747 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Without high-quality sleep, we are susceptible to a wide array of health problems. Pediatric dentist Dr. Kevin Boyd is on a mission to improve sleep and breathing in children, by using dentistry and orthodontia to treat their teeth and jaws as early as possible. In our conversation, you’ll hear why and how to intervene if you suspect issues for your child, and some options to explore for adults. https://drruscio.com/?p=48741 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Metabolic conditions like diabetes are on the rise, and the need for blood sugar management is critical. In this episode, Dr. Eran Elinav shares the science behind a new test that predicts your personal sugar level rise to foods, based on data from your microbiota, blood, body composition, and other clinical details. In the research, the personalized diet generated by the algorithm was slightly more effective in balancing blood sugar than following a diet created by an expert. Learn more about what steps you can take! (Plus, hear details on the first-ever vaginal microbiome transplant.) https://drruscio.com/?p=48739 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

One of the most impactful changes I have made lately is improving my sleep, namely my sleep timing. This was inspired by tracking my sleep using an Oura Ring. If you have not tracked your sleep, I highly recommend you do. Even though I am generally not a big advocate of tracking, this is one area I feel is worthwhile. In today’s episode, I talk with the CEO of Oura Ring, Harpreet Rai about the many health benefits of sleep. Learn areas you can optimize using sleep tracker data (everyone is different). A great night of sleep is a huge health win, supporting everything from physical recovery to mental clarity. https://drruscio.com/?p=47961 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Sometimes, bands of scar tissue—called adhesions—can form in your body and stick to your organs or tissues, as a result of surgery, trauma, or inflammation. This may cause complications like intestinal blockage, restricted breathing, or difficulty moving muscles. In the gut, SIBO, IBS, IBD, and conditions like hiatal hernia may be influenced by this restriction. Fortunately, a technique called visceral therapy (also known as visceral manipulation and massage) can help. In this episode, a specialist in visceral therapy, Dr. Jason Wysocki, shares his insights about how it works and who is most likely to benefit. https://drruscio.com/?p=47952 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Today we will cover listener questions, including… Protocol suggestions for redundant colon IBS – Smart test Acid blockers Heidelberg test SIBO and the ileocecal valve SIBO and histamine https://drruscio.com/?p=47950 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Conventional weight loss advice often revolves around counting calories. However, although caloric intake does have a high correlation with weight gain—or loss—the counting approach hasn’t proven effective for most people. Neuroscientist Dr. Stephan Guyenet shares what is more likely to work: shifting your food quality and food environment. By understanding common craving triggers and how your brain causes you to feel full, you can painlessly lower your caloric intake. Get his tips for best results in this episode. https://drruscio.com/?p=47207 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Valerie was diagnosed with small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), and her doctors said it was forever. She felt discouraged but kept looking. After trying a few unsuccessful protocols, she discovered Healthy Gut, Healthy You and followed the steps. She noticed digestive improvements after taking the three key categories of probiotics, and was able to add in new foods using Intestinal Support Formula! Best of all, she learned how to rebound from setbacks. Hear her story in today’s video. https://drruscio.com/?p=47204 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The CBD industry is booming. But which claims about its benefits are grounded in solid evidence? In this episode, my guest Dr. Alex Capano—who received the first doctorate ever in cannabinoid science—is our guide to CBD for health. She’ll walk us through important definitions, the differences between isolate, full-spectrum and broad-spectrum, whether CBD is effective for healing your gut, and more. https://drruscio.com/?p=46745 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Today we will cover listener questions, including… Sun Exposure Probiotics and long-term antibiotics What probiotics to take for rheumatoid arthritis Probiotic research Anemia https://drruscio.com/?p=46743 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

How do you optimize your health using data? In this episode, Dr. Dan Stickler shares how he and his team use data to help patients overcome their health obstacles and maximize performance. Genetics and other forms of testing, health tracking devices, and highly individualized service all come into play. You’ll also learn about peptides—molecules from the body that can be introduced for targeted outcomes—that he’s finding the most useful for gut health, cognition, and anti-aging. https://drruscio.com/?p=44101 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The elemental diet is a proven way to starve bacterial overgrowths and give your gut a chance to rest. It also likely starves fungal overgrowths. Our new Elemental Heal formula tastes better than ever and has less carbs per serving. In this video, learn why the elemental diet works and easy, flexible ways to get started with it. Also, get the details on a great addition to the Elemental Heal shake, MCT oil powder. https://drruscio.com/?p=44099 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Anything we can do to improve our gut health through lifestyle is a big win. Guest Dr. Sarah Ballantyne a.k.a. the Paleo Mom shares her research-backed tips to support your microbiota, like optimal light exposure, sleep, and vegetable diversity. Hear her clever way to (manageably!) cook 30+ vegetables in a single week, and what nutrients your healthy gut bacteria love. https://drruscio.com/?p=44093 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Paige had always been full of energy, and it was perfect for her firefighter career. Then she noticed more fatigue and lack of sharpness. Luckily, her department happened to be doing a health program that revealed Paige’s hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s. But thyroid medication didn’t seem to be helping, and she was already on the paleo diet. What more could she do? With further luck, Paige came across the Healthy Gut, Healthy You protocol. Hear the simple steps she took to heal her gut and get her energy back. https://drruscio.com/?p=44077 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Conventional health literature often focuses on a supposed connection between sodium intake and blood pressure. But sodium plays an important role in our health and even regulation of other electrolytes. Join me and my guest Robb Wolf as we discuss recent research, why sodium may be unfairly villainized, and guidelines on salt intake to shoot for. https://drruscio.com/?p=41555 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Many factors can contribute to hair loss in women—from genetic predisposition to hormonal changes—and can show up differently than in men. In this episode, Dr. Alan Bauman, a hair restoration physician, shares his top three hair loss treatments for women that go beyond nutrition, and many more details. A key point: Whether you’ve pinpointed the exact cause of the loss or not, you can still begin to test these treatments. Treating an underlying issue may not reverse the hair loss. It’s important to act as early as possible with hair-loss specific treatment for the best chance to stop the progression. https://drruscio.com/?p=40610 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Is Roundup—a popular herbicide that contains glyphosate—safe to have in your food? Probably not. In this episode, we go in depth on what the evidence shows, with returning guest and research microbiologist Kiran Krishnan. The good news is, there are simple steps you can take to build resilience in your health, even if you can’t avoid consuming it completely. https://drruscio.com/?p=40612 Take the survey at http://drruscio.com/survey My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Several key psychedelics—MDMA, psilocybin, and ketamine—are being actively studied as therapeutic aids in conditions like depression and PTSD. Others, like marijuana and ayahuasca, also show promise. In this episode, Dr. Will Siu and I discuss psychedelics as healing agents. We cover their effects, the latest research, important points to be aware of, and their potential future in mental health care and beyond. https://drruscio.com/?p=40604 Take the survey at http://drruscio.com/survey My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Lab test results can seem solid and unquestionable. But what do the lab test ranges of “normal” or “abnormal” really indicate, and where do they come from? Are thyroid lab tests or gut tests indicating abnormal levels always something to be concerned about? Conversely, are all blood lead levels marked “normal” actually out of the danger zone? Dr. Tommy Wood shares his take on when and how to act, along with other health tips for fitness and longevity. https://drruscio.com/?p=36645 Take the survey at http://drruscio.com/survey My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Should the elderly lift weights? How about stage 4 cancer patients? The results Dr. Thomas Incledon has seen say this practice is very likely to improve their quality of life. Being weak from various illnesses is often considered the product of those illnesses, but frailty may in part be fueled by lack of movement. In this episode, he shares his individualized, holistic approach to health, which includes strength training, micronutrient testing, and GI testing. https://drruscio.com/?p=39025 Take the survey at http://drruscio.com/survey My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

You may not have expected fish and pregnancy to go together. But it turns out that fish contain a critical fatty acid called DHA. DHA has been shown in numerous studies to lower women’s preterm birth risk, and supplementing with fish oil is an easy way to get enough DHA in your diet (algae is another option). How much is enough? And what about avoiding mercury? Dr. Kristina Harris Jackson, an expert in omega-3s and measuring DHA in blood, shares everything you need to know about safely optimizing your DHA level. https://drruscio.com/?p=39027 Take the survey at http://drruscio.com/survey My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Today we will cover listener questions from Healthy Gut Healthy You, including: Diet for microscopic colitis; Stopping antimicrobials and biofilm removers after one month; Symptoms while fasting; Mixing Elemental Heal with other liquids; Traveling out of the country; Great-in-8 and H. Pylori; and Is the protocol okay for children. https://drruscio.com/?p=36647 Take the survey at http://drruscio.com/survey My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Collagen is a very popular supplement right now for improving skin and joint health, and numerous studies support this. Preliminary evidence also suggests it may reduce dysfunction in your gut lining. If you’ve wondered what the research really says about collagen’s impact on your health—and why you might choose marine collagen over bovine collagen—this episode will give you some quick, practical highlights, and options for how to get more in your diet. https://drruscio.com/?p=39958 Take the survey at http://drruscio.com/survey My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

If you’re a goal-oriented, ambitious person, the path to problem-solving and high effectiveness may seem counterintuitive: mix in periods of “unfocus.” In this episode, Dr. Srini Pillay—a psychiatrist, executive coach, brain-imaging researcher, and Renaissance man—shares his strategic techniques for focusing less. Learn how you can tap the power of your unconscious to increase your creativity and tackle your goals from new angles. https://drruscio.com/?p=35974 Take the survey at http://drruscio.com/survey My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Mona was struggling with chronic acid reflux, a bad taste in her mouth, constipation, bloating, and more. She tested negative for H. pylori, and had gone from primary care doctor to specialist, to dentist, even to the ER, with no success. Fortunately, she found my clinic and I took her through a series of simple gut therapies (including the low FODMAP diet and antimicrobials) that resolved her symptoms and got her feeling “100%”. She was even able to eat dairy again! Hear her story—and simple steps you can take—in today’s episode. https://drruscio.com/?p=35969 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

In many cases, thyroid symptoms are the “smoke” and the “fire” is in the gut. In today’s episode, you’ll hear a case study of a patient who had low T3 along with digestive and hormonal symptoms like diarrhea, gas, rashes, and missing periods. After she received natural treatment for her gut health and hormonal health, she was symptom-free and became pregnant within six months. There was no need to treat her T3 directly. You’ll also get a breakdown of why a T4 plus T3 combo treatment should only be used in the minority of cases. https://drruscio.com/?p=35303 The Future of Functional Medicine Review, Clinical Newsletter is available at https://drruscio.com/review Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

We live in a stressful era. Could something as simple as changing your breathing help? The practice of breathwork can not only reduce your stress, it can also improve your memory, lower your body’s fear response, and make you more cognitively effective. There are many modes of breathwork. In this episode, Josh Trent takes us through the powerful benefits, and some simple steps that beginners can try right away. He also discusses the promise of more advanced methods. If you’ve tried meditation and couldn’t stop your brain, breathwork might be an easier practice for you to adopt. https://drruscio.com/?p=34035 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

A patient came to my office with a diagnosis of hypothyroidism by a “famous thyroid doctor” who had written books on the subject. When I checked her lab results, even by a conservative measure, they could not be considered hypothyroid. Yet the patient was put on medication, making her more ill. In this episode, learn more about these clinical case study details—that appeared in the January edition of the Future of Functional Medicine Clinicians Review—and how practitioners can avoid making this harmful mistake. Also, learn which markers can be false positives in two of the most popular functional medicine stool tests. https://drruscio.com/?p=35103 The Future of Functional Medicine Review, Clinical Newsletter is available at https://drruscio.com/review Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The patients that Heidi Turner typically sees in her practice have done the basics of diet, probiotics, antimicrobials. They have often been through many doctors, elimination diets, supplements, and more, yet inflammatory symptoms persist and are resistant to treatment. They often have some degree of histamine intolerance or mast cell activation. For this highly sensitive population, managing symptoms alone is a challenge. But recently, many of Heidi’s patients have seen significant healing results from an unexpected natural therapy. In this episode, Heidi shares her experience treating this unique group of patients, and explains why targeting the limbic system has been effective. https://drruscio.com/?p=34863 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Unnecessary thyroid medication can be dangerous for a patient, even generating symptoms. Unfortunately, with overdiagnosis of hypothyroidism on the rise, more and more patients are being prescribed medications they don’t need. Hear a case study from a functional medicine clinician who was able to determine—through an evidence-based approach—that a chronically ill patient was not hypothyroid, getting her off unnecessary medication and feeling better. He also found that dysbiosis in her gut was the source of many of her issues. Also in this episode, learn systematic methods to get to the root of your patients’ histamine intolerance. https://drruscio.com/?p=35063 The Future of Functional Medicine Review, Clinical Newsletter is available at https://drruscio.com/review Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Could lack of bioavailable copper be fueling your iron issues? That’s Morley Robbins’ take, based on 10 years of self-study in mineral research. You’ll learn why iron supplementation may not be a quick fix and get a protocol to optimize your copper levels. We have a reasoned dialogue on what the research may imply and where further study is still needed. Morley also shares results he’s seen with those who have used his protocol. (Tip: favoring whole, nutrient-dense foods—like organ meats and oysters—is one safe way to start getting your health on the right track.) https://drruscio.com/?p=34861 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

In a study of 291 patients in Greece, researchers found that around 60% were incorrectly diagnosed as hypothyroid. While true hypothyroidism does exist, it’s a diagnosis that clinicians need to take a closer look at. Many clinicians are prescribing thyroid hormone when it’s not necessary, or when a patient’s symptoms could be resolved by healing the gut. The effects can be harmful, both to patient health and to their wallets. Patients themselves may exacerbate the problem by requesting it based on something they’ve read. Hear case studies from two functional medicine doctors who are modeling an evidence-based, cost-effective approach to curb some of these issues commonly seen in treating the thyroid. https://drruscio.com/?p=34033 The Future of Functional Medicine Review, Clinical Newsletter is available at drruscio.com/review Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

A case study that appeared in the June 2019 issue of the Future of Functional Medicine Review Clinical Newsletter showcases the strong link between the thyroid and the gut. It’s critical that clinicians recognize this link to treat thyroid issues effectively, and review data on the true likelihood of various scenarios. In this podcast, hear clinical pearls from the case study. And learn how you can get access to a thyroid treatment algorithm and many more insights that have led other clinicians to outstanding patient results. https://drruscio.com/?p=34856 The Future of Functional Medicine Review, Clinical Newsletter is available at drruscio.com/review Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Many gut interventions focus on the health of the microbiota, like diet, probiotics, and antimicrobials. But fewer treatments address the immune system directly. Influences can go both ways between the immune system and the microbiota. In this episode, Dr. Ty Vincent, MD shares his insights on working with a therapy called low-dose immunotherapy. It uses very low dilutions of antigens to calm specific intolerances, allergies, and sensitivities. He’s seen that sometimes healing an intolerance like yeast can restore a gut to balance. If you’ve tried many gut therapies and are still not feeling well, this intervention may be worth considering. https://drruscio.com/?p=32920 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Treating your genes is a relatively new concept. And it can be tempting to think you can change the course of your health by simply discovering and addressing a dysfunction in one particular gene, say, MTHFR, COMT, or DAO. In this episode, Dr. Ben Lynch, a naturopathic physician with expertise in genetic health, walks us through why that isn’t the case, and why returning to the fundamentals is critical to optimizing your genes “upstream.” https://drruscio.com/?p=34859 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Everyone’s cancer risk is different based on unique medical histories, genetics, and environmental exposures. But our diet and lifestyle choices are important influences on cancer within our control, which optimize the body’s “terrain” to fight and/or prevent cancer. In this podcast, Dr. Nalini Chilkov shares her recommended cancer-fighting foods and supplements (which may vary depending on your risk factors), as well as lifestyle recommendations like sleep and exercise. https://drruscio.com/?p=33094 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

My recommended first line of treatment for IBS and SIBO is a change in diet, potentially followed by probiotics, and then other steps I discuss in my gut health protocol in my book Healthy Gut, Healthy You. But what if you’ve followed these steps and are still facing health challenges? A new option to consider is immunoglobulins, which can help to restore the mucous membrane in your gut and support your immune system. In the latest research, about 70% of non-responsive patients were helped by taking a supplemental form of immunoglobulins! You’ll have the greatest likelihood of success if you use a research-backed formula, like Intestinal Support Formula. In this video, learn more about the research, other patients’ experiences, and if it’s right for you. https://drruscio.com/?p=32914 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

There is a third type of SIBO (besides hydrogen and methane-based SIBO) that currently does not have a test available: hydrogen sulfide SIBO. In fact, it can sometimes look like a flat line on a lactulose or glucose SIBO test. What can patients and clinicians do with the resources available? Guests Dr. Allison Siebecker, Gary Stapleton, and I discuss the testing methods available to assess and validate your likelihood of hydrogen sulfide SIBO, and their experiences in the clinic and in the lab, respectively. You’ll also learn some treatments that have shown promise. https://drruscio.com/?p=32910 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

More and more research is revealing the strong link between brain and gut health. A recent systematic review pulls together evidence that regulating gut microbiota can improve anxiety. 56% of the studies in the review showed that healing the gut through diet (typically the low FODMAP diet) or probiotics led to an improvement in anxiety symptoms. If you’re looking for natural ways to address your anxiety, learn some simple steps you can take right away. https://drruscio.com/?p=32906 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (or HPA axis) is a complex subsystem in your body that organizes and responds to threats (and perceived threats). The concept of “adrenal fatigue” has become popular in some functional medical circles, but it’s a misleading term for describing what’s really happening in stress-induced change to the HPA axis, which does not involve the adrenal glands. Dr. Tom Guilliams, an expert on stress and the HPA axis, discusses adrenal fatigue and adrenal testing, including the limits of the four-point salivary cortisol test and the DUTCH test. Adaptogenic herbs can be helpful, but the most high-impact actions for your health may still be addressing intense stressors. Learn the four root causes of stress to your HPA axis in this episode. https://drruscio.com/?p=32572 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

One theory of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is that it’s caused by bacteria in the colon moving up. A new study on one section of the small intestine, the jejunum, challenges that concept. The study—which used a new technique called polymerized chain reaction (PCR) to look at bacterial genomes—found that the jejunum has its own unique microbiota. Positive breath tests also did not correlate with bacterial overgrowth in the jejunum, but rather jejunal dysfunction. Dr. Richard McCallum, gastroenterologist and researcher on the study, explains more about these findings and what they might mean for SIBO treatment. We also discuss how proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), breath tests, diet, prokinetics, and hypochlorhydria fit into this picture. Join us for a very insightful conversation! https://drruscio.com/?p=32517 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Cannabis marketing is now rampant. It can be challenging to separate the facts from the hype, especially when it comes to cannabis health benefits and research behind the claims. What’s the difference in results from CBD vs THC (or both)? Indica vs sativa? Is full-spectrum CBD better? Which terpenes are most anti-inflammatory? How do you get started if you want to try cannabis for your gut? We explore such questions and their sometimes surprising answers with medicinal plant specialist, clinician, and consultant Dr. Kevin Spelman. https://drruscio.com/?p=32425 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Even doctors can appreciate having a comprehensive gut health guide at hand. Dr. Navaz Habib finds Healthy Gut, Healthy You an indispensable go-to resource in his practice. The book’s case studies provide him with valuable reference points to manage challenging patient cases, and powerful, systematic tips on often overlooked foundations of gut health. https://drruscio.com/?p=32427 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Social science has discussed the impact of social relationships on mortality for decades. But this concept only recently started to penetrate healthcare. Dr. Julian Abel discusses his U.K.-based study showing a significant drop in demand for emergency services from end-of-life patients if they received an intervention of a compassionate community. Another large study shows that connection increases longevity more than quitting smoking. In this episode, we consider broader implications and ways to cultivate community, both personally and as a practitioner. https://drruscio.com/?p=32420 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Eating healthy, sleeping well, having the right attitude, and exercising seem like obvious health habits. But what isn’t so obvious are ways people can sometimes ignore their intuition and signals from their bodies, in order to follow a protocol to the letter. Weight training may be a big win, especially for women, to build confidence and strength. And it’s also important to know why you’re making a change. Nutrition therapy consultant and author Steph Gaudreau shares insights on how to strengthen four key pillars of your holistic health picture, while listening to your own body’s feedback. https://drruscio.com/?p=32418 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

It can be useful for all of us to have nutrition and fitness guidance every now and then, to pull us out of ruts and encourage greater breadth and balance in our routines. Those who have adopted a paleo-style diet may trend towards a too high fat intake and may be surprised to learn that there are situations where high carbs lead to higher performance. For those who lift weights only, adding endurance/cardio may contribute to greater longevity. Varying one’s nutritional intake and types of activity can also increase metabolic flexibility (the body transitions between using macronutrients more flexibly). Dr. Mike T. Nelson takes us through an optimized hierarchy of the top eight diet and lifestyle interventions. https://drruscio.com/?p=32209 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Juan was facing an autoimmune arthritis condition, gut issues, and infertility. After trying a prescription drug that made him feel worse, he turned to healing his gut and mixed fasting with the elemental diet. In taking these steps, Juan was able to eliminate his symptoms—like joint pain, fatigue, and inflammation—and his wife became pregnant. The elemental diet is a liquid diet in which the contents are broken down into essential elements that can be quickly absorbed by the gut. Elemental Heal is the elemental diet formula that Juan used. If you’ve already tried diet, lifestyle, probiotics, and other interventions and still have lingering symptoms, personalizing the elemental diet (explained below) may be a good option to explore. https://drruscio.com/?p=32206 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The autoimmune paleo (or AIP) diet and community support together can benefit patients with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, according to a landmark study. AIP removes nightshades, eggs, nuts, seeds, ghee, and caffeine, in addition to standard paleo restrictions. The study’s community support (which included online health coaching) contributed to 90-100% adherence to this diet. Interestingly, multiple participants improved symptomatically and/or were able to reduce thyroid medication, while their antibody levels didn’t change. This suggests that caution is warranted when drawing conclusions about one’s health status from thyroid antibody levels. In this podcast, Dr. Robert Abbott—third-time guest on the show and researcher on the study—discusses other health lessons, and insights on beneficial clinical models. https://drruscio.com/?p=32044 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Some articles circulate online claiming that low-carb or ketogenic diets starve your gut bacteria and are thus unhealthy. But these diets are not bad for your gut health. The claims are misleading: while they may starve some bacterial populations, they may promote the growth of others. These diets may not work for everyone. If you feel fatigued or irritable on a low-carb or keto diet, a moderate to higher-carb diet might be more ideal for your body. A diet low in fermentable carbs (called the low FODMAP diet) is worth considering if you suffer gas, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, or other digestive challenges. https://drruscio.com/?p=32042 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

A GI functional marker test, or test of gut function, can be very useful to detect some gut conditions. It can help diagnose inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), predict pancreatic insufficiency (or need for digestive enzymes), and potentially detect leaky gut. However, patients should beware of paying attention to markers like secretory IgA, fecal lysozyme, chymotrypsin and beta-glucuronidase that are problematic or unvalidated. Also—because lab testing processes vary and markers can be difficult to filter even for clinicians—it’s important that patients work with an experienced clinician in order to properly interpret their results. https://drruscio.com/?p=31764 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Leaky gut syndrome—also known as increased intestinal permeability—is a state in which the intestinal lining becomes damaged. This allows toxins, bacteria, and foreign particles to leak into the bloodstream. Robust research shows links between leaky gut (and other gut issues) and brain-based issues like cognition and mood. For example, intestinal infection was associated with later onset of anxiety. In other research, elevated zonulin (a marker of leaky gut) was correlated with higher psychological distress and social impairment. Evidence also shows that probiotics and gut-supporting nutrients can help heal these issues. Learn more about what steps to take below. https://drruscio.com/?p=31762 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Neuroscience research has revealed and continues to show the wide-ranging health benefits of meditation. These benefits range from lower inflammation in the body to emotional resilience to increased compassion. A small investment of time daily, just 10-20 minutes, can yield many returns on effectiveness in multiple areas of one’s life. But it can sometimes be challenging for beginners to figure out what to do or what the process even looks like. Researcher and meditation teacher Ashok Gupta shares his recommendations for getting started, by becoming an observer of your thoughts and feelings. https://drruscio.com/?p=31643 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Medicinal cannabis has been studied and administered for health benefits like chronic pain reduction and chemotherapy-induced nausea. Compelling—while currently more limited—evidence shows that a small, controlled dose of cannabis can also improve sexual function in the four main domains: libido, arousal, orgasm, and bonding. The optimal medium to use is cannabis flower (to avoid harmful byproducts and have predictable effects) with a vaporizer that has proper temperature regulation and dose control. It’s also important to wait about 10-15 minutes between each inhalation because effects are delayed. Just one or two puffs has impact for most at the recommended dose, and more can be counterproductive. See more details in Dr. Jordan Tishler’s protocol below. https://drruscio.com/?p=31641 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS) is an inflammatory response in the body that may affect multiple systems—like digestive, respiratory, nervous, musculoskeletal, pulmonary—and is generally brought on by environmental exposure or infection. The most common trigger for CIRS is mold and mycotoxins from buildings with water damage. If you see health changes after a water leak, moving to a new residence (or office), or even after a brief exposure like a hotel stay, consider mold and CIRS a possibility. Tick-borne illnesses can also impact CIRS. The ERMI test may be useful to detect mold in your home. Some CIRS sufferers may be able to resolve their symptoms after a supplement protocol and ending exposure to the triggering toxins. Others may need to try further measures such as limbic system retraining. https://drruscio.com/?p=31402 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

A large, 20-year study of farmers shows associations between exposure to certain pesticides and herbicides and an increased risk of hypothyroidism. Many of these chemicals are still in use. Note that the study measured occupational use, or very high exposure. Another study which measured pesticide levels in the blood—after participants ate organic versus conventional food—showed higher levels of pesticides in the blood of those who ate conventional food. Eating organic food whenever possible may help to moderate risk to your thyroid from pesticides and herbicides. https://drruscio.com/?p=31400 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Today we will cover listener questions, including: Elemental Heal for Ulcers; Inulin Intolerance; Keto Diet and Thyroid; H. Pylori False Positives; Red Light Therapy for The Gut; Biofilms and the Elemental Diet. https://drruscio.com/?p=31375 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

In this episode Julie and I discuss diet protocols and a cascade approach that often helps practitioners and patients identify the best possible diet for healing. The protocols we discuss, like starting with a gluten/dairy/soy free diet and cascading to other diets like low histamine, low FODMAP, low salicylate diet and low oxalate diet are not limited to Autism treatment, this approach can be used for many different chronic diseases. https://drruscio.com/?p=31373 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Sometimes, looking at difficult health issues holistically and asking good questions can uncover surprising paths to wellness. Jason Prall of the Human Longevity Project docu-series focused his career on lifestyle medicine after working to help many patients with complex issues. In additional to health practices like exercise and sun exposure, he has also seen powerful healing effects from psychedelics on the nervous system, both personally and in others. One high-impact activity you can incorporate right away is a daily 30-45 minute morning walk outside, which will set your circadian rhythm, lower your blood sugar, help regulate your thyroid hormones, and more. https://drruscio.com/?p=31078 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The cost of care, especially in the realm of functional medicine, can be an unknown for a suffering layperson. It may feel to weary patients like their only option is to sign away many thousands of dollars. Julie’s story shows that this does not need to be the case. After her general practitioner was not able to treat her myriad symptoms—including brain fog, fatigue, female hormone issues, bloating, and loose stools—Julie turned to functional medicine. The first functional medicine doctor she turned to quoted her an unreasonably expensive and lengthy package. Fortunately, she looked for a second opinion and found that our clinic, and Dr. Ruscio, a functional medicine expert in gut health, were able to get to the root of her issues quickly and cost-effectively. She was symptom-free within five visits. https://drruscio.com/?p=31076 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Our society provides more stimulus and entertainment than ever before, from streaming video to mobile devices. Parents are often discouraged from letting their children wander off or attempt things unsupervised. And most people think of boredom as a negative feeling to be avoided. But could there be a value to boredom? Dr. Mark Hawkins, a high school counselor, thinks so. Cultivating a practice of boredom, or leaving space to do nothing, can lead to facing and resolving one’s negative feelings, reflecting upon knowledge, creative problem-solving, and more. In today’s society, one needs to more deliberately pursue boredom in the face of so much stimulus. https://drruscio.com/?p=30983 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

If you are still experiencing symptoms of hypothyroidism despite taking a thyroid hormone, a recent study shows promise. The study showed that two-thirds of women with the above condition, who brought their ferritin levels (or functional iron in their blood) above 100, saw their persistent symptoms relieved. Consider testing your ferritin and supplementing it before adding on another medication. Interestingly, 100 is not a cutoff for healthy iron levels in most blood tests, so make sure to take a closer look. https://drruscio.com/?p=30981 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Stoic philosophy is an ancient life philosophy, originating in Rome and Greece, that may help you face challenges more effectively and with greater tranquility. One technique involves briefly visualizing the loss of someone or something precious, restoring gratitude for and awareness of that element of life. Another method is to review and analyze the surfacing of negative emotion to hopefully prevent it in the future. The practice of Stoic philosophy provides a balance to modern goals of material gain and status, and may contribute to increased well-being and resilience. https://drruscio.com/?p=30837 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources  

The influence of social relationships on health and happiness is a popular topic of research. A healthy marital relationship can yield numerous benefits, including better sleep and greater longevity. But marital stress can be detrimental to couples’ immune systems. Stress in a relationship (or even loss) can be buffered by other friendships, by gratitude, by time apart, and by setting realistic expectations. Commitment from your social connections can also bolster health. When considering your own health, don’t underrate the importance of your relationships. https://drruscio.com/?p=30835 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Today we will cover listener questions, including: Magnesium while fasting; Is the elemental diet and fasting okay if you are underweight?; Probiotics; Is the inulin in the probiotic okay?; Noticing white tongue while on the elemental diet; Dosing for NAC; and more. https://drruscio.com/?p=30674 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Three main types of symptoms typically occur in mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS): allergic, inflammatory, and growth abnormality symptoms, which can affect different organs in the body. Lyme disease, Bartonella, and other tick-borne (and insect/animal-transmitted) illnesses can influence, trigger, or mimic the symptoms of MCAS. It’s important to consider that these conditions may or may not overlap. Lab testing can help identify inflammation markers or specific infections. Treatments, from herbal to antibiotic, vary based on individual need. A person with MCAS may need to introduce one variable at a time in treatment, as they can be highly reactive. Paying attention to diet can also be a foundational step to moderate one’s condition. https://drruscio.com/?p=30672 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Neural pathways that form the brain to gut connections can be damaged as a result of a concussion or other traumatic injury. For some patients whose symptoms don’t fully resolve with gut therapies, new treatments that stimulate neural pathways may be helpful. Functional neurology is an area of clinical practice that opens a window onto brain-based problems and provides some novel therapies. Today we talk about diagnostic clues for detecting a brain-to-gut problem and we explore electroceuticals, a new category of therapies that stimulate specific neural pathways with electricity. https://drruscio.com/?p=30240 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Often people try a few store-bought, random probiotics to help their gut, thinking they are all the same. Then they conclude that either they don’t work, or that they don’t tolerate them. Unfortunately, this can miss some of the most widely-studied effective classes of probiotics: a lactobacillus-bifidobacterium blend, S. boulardii, and soil-based probiotics. Phyllis, a patient, tried the random approach first and didn’t tolerate them. Then she tried the Healthy Gut, Healthy You probiotic protocol which brought in each of these three classes, one at a time. With this optimal group of three, she is seeing better digestion, including better bowel movements and more regularity. If you haven’t had success with probiotics, consider this protocol. https://drruscio.com/?p=30235 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Bloating may be largely ignored by most doctors, but this uncomfortable symptom is common and deserves more attention. Dr. Peter Whorwell, a specialist clinician and researcher, shares his insights into bloating and reveals some surprising facts. Why do only half of the patients with bloating pain show signs of abdominal swelling? What is a bloatometer? How is bloating with constipation different from bloating with diarrhea? When is bloating a sign of a more serious disease? What are the most current treatments? Join us for a detailed look at this important topic. https://drruscio.com/?p=30016 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Sometimes a trauma, whether physical or emotional, can push your limbic system into a “stuck” state of fight or flight. This can lead to a host of issues, from chemical hypersensitivities or fibromyalgia to IBS or survival-related emotional states. To restore your limbic system balance, one approach comes in the form of a neural retraining program. This system targets negative triggers through conscious awareness, guided visualization, exposure therapy, the pursuit of positive emotions, and other guided protocols. If your symptoms seem aligned with this condition, you may want to consider such a program. https://drruscio.com/?p=30014 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

An important contributing factor to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a food poisoning incident (and subsequent antibodies to a toxin called cytolethal distending toxin B, or CdtB). CdtB looks like a protein made by the body and can trigger autoimmunity that disrupts motility in the intestines. Dr. Mark Pimentel and his colleagues developed a blood test that tests for these antibodies, called IBS-smart. This blood test can be ordered by your doctor as a first-step to screen for IBS. It is designed to be covered by insurance. If you’re suffering from IBS-like symptoms, this test may save you time and money by verifying your IBS. As well, your level of antibodies (if present) can help inform you as to the severity of your condition and may inform treatment. https://drruscio.com/?p=29842 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The connection between the gut and brain is powerful, and often not realized by the general public. When Dr. Aleksandra Gioe was faced with severe anxiety, she tried natural solutions like chamomile tea and holy basil. But these supplements didn’t address the more profound roots of her condition: gut inflammation. She also was suffering from bloating and chronic hives but didn’t link these with her anxiety. After just beginning the protocol from Healthy Gut, Healthy You, most notably the low FODMAP diet and probiotic protocol, she has seen an 80% reduction in all of her symptoms. Other patients have seen a reduction in symptoms like brain fog and depression from treating their gut dysbiosis. https://drruscio.com/?p=29840 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Intermittent fasting (or time-restricted feeding) is a method of limiting the time window you eat each day to a consistent number of hours and a consistent time each day. Between 8-10 hours of eating window is considered optimal in humans, which leaves 14-16 hours for your body to fast. This period allows your organs a break from digesting so they can heal. This can reduce leaky gut and improve blood sugar and blood pressure. Early studies showed that genetically identical mice fed the same number of calories became unhealthy when allowed to “free feed” (eat at any time) but lost weight when their feeding hours were restricted. Studies on humans have shown the same response. As a general rule of thumb, stay within a 10-hour eating window for at least 12 weeks to see best results, and stop eating at least 2-3 hours before sleeping. https://drruscio.com/?p=29660 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

In recent times, some types of genetic testing, like both diagnostic and predictive testing, have become more popular. These tests offer the potential to identify whether a current health condition might be affected by your genes, or whether you have a higher likelihood of developing certain conditions. Although these tests can offer some insights—such as whether your genes are processing glutamate well or producing too much or little estrogen—their predictive abilities should still be taken with a grain of salt. The science is still new and the effect of a few genes on an entire body is complex and not entirely understood. Likelihoods and probabilities are not certainties. In many cases, a traditional method of treatment and tailoring based on individual response can still be the best course of action. However, if you are facing a complex health condition, genetic testing may help shed additional light on your case. https://drruscio.com/?p=29658 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is finally available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Mitochondria are organelles, or “small bodies”, within your cells responsible for producing adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the energy currency of the body. If mitochondria aren’t functioning properly, your cells aren’t fed. Some contributors to mitochondrial damage include environmental toxins like Roundup in food, poor diet that includes refined carbohydrates and added sugars, and even too many nutrients overall. The result could be inflammation, and other conditions like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, infertility, or neural degeneration. To restore optimal function, consider a regimen that avoids packaged, processed foods and incorporates polyphenols and heart health supplements. As well, incorporate light exercise and proper breathing. https://drruscio.com/?p=29580 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out  https://drruscio.com/resources

A 25,000 person study shows that vitamin D supplementation does not reduce the incidence of cancer or cardiovascular disease versus a placebo. However, sun exposure has been tightly correlated with reduction in certain cancers as well as cardiovascular disease. Aim to get outside for 15 minutes with no sunblock, at least three times a week, to reap these benefits. See Healthy Gut, Healthy You for more specific dosage guidelines and considerations for your specific vitamin D level. https://drruscio.com/?p=29579 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Sometimes the limbic brain can become stuck in a negative cycle conditioned by trauma or stress. When this happens, mysterious conditions like chronic illness and gut imbalances can take hold in the body. Symptoms can include, but are not limited to, bloating, headaches, and an inability to relax, but also more severe symptoms like chronic fatigue, IBS, inflammation, or chronic pain. To break the cycle and restore homeostasis, extended meditation is highly recommended. As well, an anti-inflammatory diet, restorative sleep, and exercise can help. Guided protocols and tools are available for more severe circumstances. https://drruscio.com/?p=29416 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The recent DIETFITS study explored how well people would do on a low-carb vs. a low-fat diet, based on genotype or the way they secrete insulin. The results of the study didn’t reveal a link with genotype pattern or insulin. But they showed roughly equal weight-loss success for participants on both diets. Notably, the study forbid participants in both diets to eat added sugar or refined grain, and encouraged both groups to eat copious vegetables. More than whether your diet is high-fat or low-fat, it seems that high-quality whole foods are a critical factor in healthy weight loss. https://drruscio.com/?p=29414 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The GA-map test looks for signs of gut dysbiosis (or imbalance of your gut microbiome). This test is closest, clinically, to mapping the gut microbiota. European researchers sequenced the gut bacteria from healthy individuals and bacterial profiles from individuals with IBS and IBD. Then they compared the two, identifying bacterial “targets” that varied between healthy and IBS/IBD populations. If you were to take the test, you could get a dysbiosis index (or rating) from one to five, indicating how healthy or out of balance your gut was. One study used the GA-map to analyze the effects of diet on the microbiota. They noted that the low FODMAP diet markedly impacts the microbiome. In the future, your functional medicine doctor might use your dysbiosis index score to assess what treatments or diets to recommend. In the present, following a gut health algorithm and looking for symptomatic improvement is still a great option. https://drruscio.com/?p=29065 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

A handful of studies studying the effects of probiotics may be taken out of context. One study on Align probiotic (a Bifidobacterium infantis strain) showed that a few healthy people who took it for several weeks tested positive for methane on a SIBO lactulose breath test. No significant change in symptoms was noted, most likely indicating only that the probiotics had transiently built up in their digestive systems. The vast majority of evidence indicates that probiotics crowd out harmful bacteria without colonizing your gut. They are worth seriously considering to fight SIBO, fungal overgrowth, and leaky gut, and lessen many digestive symptoms. https://drruscio.com/?p=29064 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The thoughts we have can help shape our health and even our career success. Running one’s own business can be a rollercoaster. It can also teach important life lessons about values, beliefs, and persistence. Having (or adopting) a growth mindset can be a key element of learning and ultimately succeeding. Consider the impact of your identity and use your drives to your advantage. Tap into virtual mentors. Everyone’s entrepreneurial journey is different, but you may learn useful lessons about what it takes—especially in the health field—in today’s podcast. https://drruscio.com/?p=29050 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease (or similar degenerative neurological conditions) is devastating, as so far no cure exists. However, recent studies into the condition show that the amyloid plaque responsible for Alzheimer’s symptoms may form as a protective mechanism against other threats to the body. Promising research into the disease shows the possibility of prevention and even reversal of cognitive decline. There may be multiple risk factors for Alzheimer’s, such as chronic inflammation, chronic infections, tick-borne illnesses, the presence of the ApoE4 gene, mold or heavy metals toxicity, hormone changes, and others. Getting a “cognoscopy” at age 45 could give early warning indicators. Prevention protocols may vary widely amongst individuals. Some foundational tips include inducing mild ketosis, sleeping well, reducing stress, exercising, and treating underlying conditions. https://drruscio.com/?p=29048 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

The ketogenic (or keto) diet emphasizes high fat, low carbohydrates, and medium protein intake. In some studies, the keto diet has been shown to benefit sufferers of epilepsy, insulin regulation, polycystic ovary syndrome, infertility, glioblastoma, and more. One common misconception is that you must be on the diet forever for it to be valuable. Beginners to the diet may want to start slow, replacing some of their carb intake with healthy fats. Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine have lessons to offer about the value of herbs, synergistic effects, and the overall body environment. On any diet, whether paleo, keto, Mediterranean, or another type, it’s important to emphasize high-quality whole foods. https://drruscio.com/?p=28843 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Symptoms from Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) can be a challenging part of many women’s monthly cycles. Two recent studies on adolescents show that vitamin D can be a safe and effective method for reducing these symptoms, lessening anxiety, irritability, sadness, cramps, and other associated issues. These benefits were not gained by the placebo group. Gut health and non-hormonal herbal supplements are other avenues to consider if your vitamin D levels are already optimal. https://drruscio.com/?p=28840 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

When considering your options for anti-aging treatments for skin or hair loss therapy, know that individuals respond differently to different treatments. Together with your doctor, you’ll want to consider the possible causes of your hair loss or skin health to determine the best course of action. Some of the main drugs on the market like Rogaine (minoxidil), which stimulates blood flow to hair follicles, and Propecia (finasteride), an oral dihydrotestosterone (DHT) blocker, are designed to treat the most common cause of hair loss in men and women, androgenetic alopecia. However, causes may not be as clear-cut for all women. PRP injections, dermarolling, low-level light therapy and stem cells offer fairly natural ways to stimulate your body’s own healing responses, for skin rejuvenation and hair loss reversal. No magic bullet exists, but these therapies may also be used in combination, potentially yielding synergistic, better results. https://drruscio.com/?p=28622 My book is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Artificial light and electromagnetic fields (EMFs) are an inescapable reality of city environments. Rather than sleeping when the sunlight tells us to, we alter our circadian rhythms with electric light, sometimes at the expense of our immune system and sleep quality. Artificial lights that mimic the sun may provide a more natural environment for our bodies. EMFs emanating from our devices may generate heat, disrupt melatonin and even cause mechanical vibration of cell membranes. Ways to lessen EMF exposure include putting your phone into airplane mode while sleeping, keeping it away from your body, and avoiding the use of your laptop on your lap. Checking your home with an EMF detector may also reveal external sources, which you can block while you sleep using some forms of shielding. https://drruscio.com/?p=28620 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out  https://drruscio.com/resources

When women enter perimenopause and menopause, estrogen declines and other female hormonal cycles shift. Even younger women can experience female hormone imbalances. Managing gut health differently can be one foundational piece to restoring balance. Gluconeogenesis (using glucose for fuel) is an estrogen-dependent process, so a diet that uses ketones can be beneficial in the midst of hormonal changes. Expert Dr. Anna Cabeca’s patients have seen success with a combination of a ketogenic-alkaline diet, lifestyle, and, in some cases, supplements. Other factors may skew balance and are worth looking into, like stress, lack of vitamin D, inflammation, and food or toxin sensitivities. https://drruscio.com/?p=28606 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

It can be frustrating if you’ve followed all the right advice on being healthy, and your gut and hormones are still acting up. Daffnee was in great physical shape, with several exercise classes a week, on the paleo diet, sleeping well, and taking birth control. Her existing IBS and celiac were under control. But her gut health was mysteriously declining, giving her bloating, brain fog, fatigue and more. When she began following steps from the Healthy Gut, Healthy You protocol, like targeted probiotics and adrenal support, she started feeling healthy and energetic again. She was able to support her hormones better too, and successfully transitioned off 10 years of birth control with no side effects. https://drruscio.com/?p=28605 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is finally available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out  https://drruscio.com/resources

Parasites were once a trendy topic to discuss in gut health, now small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a buzzword. Both still play a real role and should be considered if you are struggling with dysbiosis, inflammation, or other chronic conditions. Parasites may fuel changes in the microbiome, but can also take advantage of an already compromised gut. Holistic solutions and supporting the gut terrain are key. Frank pathogens should always be treated. Testing and treatment options are advancing, but still imperfect, so diagnoses and protocols still rely on a medical professional’s best judgment. https://drruscio.com/?p=28269 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Today we will cover listener questions, which include: Nigella Sativa for Hashimoto’s; Can inflammation interfere with synthetic hormone absorption; Can eliminating reactive foods cause withdrawal symptoms; Alkalized Water; Is there a correlation between diet and predominant microbes; and Probiotics for SIBO. https://drruscio.com/?p=28271 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Some debates about small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) can take information out of context. A nuanced examination of relapse rates after Rifaximin, or breath test intervals, may spur a conclusion that SIBO treatments and tests just don’t work. Research disagrees over the extent to which antibiotics, herbal antimicrobials, probiotics, the low FODMAP diet, and other treatments impact SIBO. SIBO is a complex condition, and treating for the root cause is important. We discuss our clinical perspectives and the latest research on SIBO testing and treatment. https://drruscio.com/?p=28107 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

The gut and the liver may be more connected than you expect: probiotics can reduce liver enzymes from non-alcoholic fatty liver. A recent meta-analysis showed that two liver enzymes, ALT and AST, a byproduct of liver damage, were significantly reduced in test patients when taking lactobacillus-bifidobacterium blends of probiotics. Insulin resistance also improved. If you’re struggling with a liver condition, it’s important to consider the impact of your gut health. https://drruscio.com/?p=28102 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

In the last several years, medical specialists have started using platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections to address both skin rejuvenation and hair loss for men and women. Hair loss can often be associated with loss of blood flow to the scalp. PRP, which is “spun up” from your own blood, is a relatively safe and natural way to stimulate hair growth or collagen production in the skin. Results vary, but with minimal side effects and relatively low cost, PRP treatment is worth investigating. https://drruscio.com/?p=27839 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

New scientific findings show that natural light, and light bulbs which closely mimic natural light, are closely tied to optimal memory formation. Light anchors the timing of our circadian rhythms, impacting sleep. The better you sleep, the better you encode memory. Indoor light bulbs which have less natural tones and brightness can have a detrimental effect on memory. Even if you optimize your indoor conditions, it’s important to get outside regularly. Technology that pulses light shows promise if you’re a jet-lagged traveler, shift worker, or someone who stays out late on weekends. https://drruscio.com/?p=27834 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Regenerative injection therapies like Prolotherapy, PRP, and Stem Cell therapy are becoming more widely known as treatments for joint pain. While Stem Cell therapy has grown in popularity, it’s older counterparts - prolotherapy and PRP still serve a great deal of purpose when it comes to treating joint pain. When it comes to cost, risk, and invasiveness, Prolotherapy is the least, followed by PRP then Stem Cell therapy. It can be advantageous to seek out a practitioner who has been doing this kind of work, starting with Prolotherapy, for many years. They will be your best guide for treatment. So before you race out to get Stem Cell therapy, keep an open mind and consider that a lower cost, lower risk, (Prolo or PRP) therapy might be just the thing you need. https://drruscio.com/?p=27637 My new book is finally available: Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

When you’re sick and want to feel better, options like taking medication seem rather attractive. One thing to be aware of, is the over-prescribing of thyroid medication. Many people do not need to be on Thyroid medication for life or at all. Unfortunately, over-diagnosis is becoming too common. One study looking at the overuse of Levothyroxine Replacement Therapy, found that 60% of those on LT4 did not need to be taking it. The study concluded that the diagnosis needs to be more firmly established before treatment initiation and to undertake periodic evaluation of all patients on chronic LT4 treatment. https://drruscio.com/?p=27634 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Can cannabis improve cancer outcomes?  Does it cause problems with memory? Is hemp-derived CBD as a good as marijuana?  We will answer these questions and more in a very insightful conversation with integrative oncologist, Dr. Donald Abrams. https://drruscio.com/?p=27366 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

A simple test can inform if you are consuming adequate omega-3s to prevent heart disease.  In fact, preliminary evidence shows this test to be more predictive than markers like C-reactive protein, homocysteine or a cholesterol panel.  Today we speak with researcher Dr. Bill Harris on the Omega-3 Index test. https://drruscio.com/?p=27184 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

The best evidence to date shows a significant association between thyroid autoimmunity and depression & anxiety.  But what does this mean and what should you do about it? Let’s discuss the bottom line regarding the best diets and natural treatment options for improving thyroid autoimmunity and mood. https://drruscio.com/?p=27180 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Shockwave therapy can be used to improve blood flow to the penis and vagina by stimulating the growth of new blood vessels. Today we focus on the male application but everything discussed translates to women’s sexual health also. Perhaps the most important takeaway from this episode is that erectile dysfunction is a proxy for overall health, more often than not, it mirrors coronary health. In this episode, you’ll learn about what to look out for and what may be the cause. https://drruscio.com/?p=27089 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Dr. Nigh explains how and why glyphosate could be one of the causes of SIBO.  Glyphosate has a way of interrupting the bodies natural process of converting sulfur into sulfate. The body adapts by calling on bacteria to do the job which can lead to an overgrowth of bacteria otherwise known as SIBO. https://drruscio.com/?p=26949 We touch on gluten sensitivity and the Europe phenomenon – why some people find it easier to consume gluten in Europe than here in the states. We also discuss sulfur sensitivity as a cause of inflammation and digestive distress.  Many healthy foods contain sulfur so while it may be counterintuitive to remove them from your diet, the bottom line is … if you are symptomatic, it’s worth trying a low-sulfur diet for a week to see if you notice an improvement. My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Red light therapy has impressive documentation showing the ability to help with conditions like hypothyroid, skin anti-aging, athletic performance, fatigue, and recovery.  However, some companies would have you believe you need to buy devices that are more expensive than what is actually needed. Today I speak with Ari Whiten, who wrote the book on red light therapy, and provides an impactful, no BS overview of how to use red light therapy, inexpensively. https://drruscio.com/?p=26844 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

The field of functional medicine has become too liberal with how quickly they label someone with a diagnosis of ‘hypothyroid’.  This might sound appealing, “Yes, I finally have a diagnosis”.  However, the hidden danger is that taking unneeded thyroid medication can make your symptoms worse.  Let’s detail how to know if you are or are not hypothyroid. https://drruscio.com/?p=26788 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

We’re answering questions from our listeners. We cover topics like subclinical hypothyroidism, Candida, Blastocystis hominis, SIBO testing, functional medicine training and more. https://drruscio.com/?p=26725 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Ben Pakulski is a championship bodybuilder who uses his knowledge to help people of all levels get the physique they want.  He focuses on keys to ensure your muscles are activating properly. For example, if you don’t have the glutes you want, it could be because they are not fully turning on.  Let’s discuss how you make sure your weak points are firing. https://drruscio.com/?p=26689 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Dr. Mercola refers to EMFs as the Tobacco of the 21st century for a good reason. He references strong evidence backed by hundreds of studies that point to the cancerous, neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric conditions that are caused by EMF exposure. Sadly this information is kept out of the media due to the trillion dollar telecommunications industry. Finally, we tackle the practical steps you can take to protect yourself and optimize your home to reduce exposure. We hope you’ll try some of these suggestions and keep your phone in airplane mode when not in use! https://drruscio.com/?p=26611 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Can food allergy testing help Hashimoto’s hypothyroid? The answer is no. Fortunately, you can take steps to improve your digestive health and thus improve your thyroid. Let’s discuss a recent study which found that you don’t need to perform food allergy testing if you have Hashimoto’s hypothyroid. We will also discuss the steps you can take to heal your thyroid through the gut-thyroid connection. https://drruscio.com/?p=26597 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Do you need healthy carbs to feel your best?  Or, should you be ketogenic and very low carb?  A case can be made for either so I decided to organize a debate between two experts to represent these respective views.  This was a very fun and interesting conversation I am sure you will enjoy. https://drruscio.com/?p=26205 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Today we speak with supplement industry insider, Mike Matthews.  He provides some great tips for spotting junk supplements and sketchy supplement companies.  We also discuss the business of healthcare and supplements. Finally, we cover strategic tips for optimal body composition, which is Mike’s area of specialty. https://drruscio.com/?p=26201 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

There are many tools available for optimizing brain health and cognitive performance. Let’s discuss key dietary, lifestyle and nutritional supplement strategies for optimum neural function. My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Harman’s case is one that really pulls at your heartstrings. At only 24 years old, she came into my office debilitated by brain fog, to the point she had to take medical leave from her job. At our first visit, she broke down with tears in her eyes in frustration and fear regarding her health. While we had to personalize her treatment to avoid reactions, ultimately she was free of all her symptoms in only 3-4 months. How? By healing her gut. This is a shining example of the gut-brain connection. My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

I have not been impressed with the data supporting gene testing, so I was curious to speak with a specialist in this area to air my concerns. I must admit that Dr. Joe Veltmann piqued my curiosity with his approach. He makes an interesting critique that much of today’s gene testing is more entertainment than it is informational. Fortunately, he does offer a testing option for those who want to pursue gene testing which he feels to be truly informational and able to impact one’s health. https://drruscio.com/?p=25808 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Dietary fiber can either help or harm your gut. A recent study found that reducing dietary fiber actually improved constipation, which is a somewhat surprising finding. Let’s discuss this study, what it means and how you can determine your ideal dietary fiber intake. https://drruscio.com/?p=25806 My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Sometimes the key to overcoming symptoms is not a new diet or a fancy test. Sometime the solution is addressing a fundamental pillar of health. Dr. Rangan Chatterjee has done a wonderful job in laying out simple and highly accessible steps to ensure you have these pillars in place. https://drruscio.com/eliminate-disease-rangan-chatterjee My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Today I speak with Travis who experienced improvement in his gas, bloating and loose stools from the Healthy Gut, Healthy You protocol. Travis also made a couple mistakes that are great learning experiences for those who are using the book protocol. https://drruscio.com/solutions-for-gas-and-bloating/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Bad behavior in children might actually be a good thing. Today I speak with investigative journalist, and author of The Good News About Bad Behavior, Katherine R Lewis. Katherine details where bad behavior comes from and how it can be used as a tool to help raise happier, healthier children. https://drruscio.com/good-news-about-bad-behovior/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

I was recently on an interview series called Foods That Heal: How To Eat To Prevent And Cure Health Conditions So You Can Live A Healthier Longer Life. We all want to be around longer, with the energy and vitality to spend more time with our loved ones , see our kids and grandkids grow, travel the world, retire healthy and enjoy life. Listen as we discuss some tips to help achieve this. https://drruscio.com/foods-that-heal-vicky-rolfe/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Your gut contains the highest density of immune cells in your entire body, so gut health is very import for those looking to prevent or treat autoimmune conditions. Today we discuss ways to test for imbalances in the gut that may contribute to autoimmunity, including leaky gut and bacterial imbalances. https://drruscio.com/gut-autoimmune-dr-david-brady/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Acid lowering medications have a known list of side effects. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to both protect against and even reverse the damage they cause. https://drruscio.com/preventing-damage-from-acid-lowering-medications/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

A certain type of SIBO, hydrogen sulfide, may be treated opposite to how we traditionally treat SIBO.  Eating more carbs, less fat and more FODMAPs might be better for this type of SIBO. This is one reason why listening to your body is so important.  Today I speak with Dr. Nirala Jacobi to elaborate. https://drruscio.com/hydrogen-sulfide-sibo-treatment/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Ryan had been suffering with digestive upset (gas, bloat, loose stools…), fatigue, anxiety and depression. He turned to numerous diet books, with no results. He even saw a functional medicine doctor who could not help him. Fortunately, Ryan is now symptom free and feeling great. How? The protocol from Healthy Gut, Healthy You! https://drruscio.com/protocol-results-where-others-fail/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Dr. James Adams is an autism researcher and father of an autistic child. He has published a wealth of research on diet, vitamin and gut-bacteria therapies for autism. Today we expand upon what steps you can take to help someone you love with autism. https://drruscio.com/autism-therapy-james-adams/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Today we speak with Matt who has seen remarkable improvements in the symptoms of his inflammatory bowel disease. There were 2 keys to Matt’s success; addressing overgrown bacteria in his gut and balancing his immune system. While Matt is feeling very healthy today, he had to work through regressions to finally reach his goal of no more symptoms. His case teaches us that ups and downs are part of the healing process. With his new found health, Matt is able to pursue his career goals uninhibited by prior symptoms. https://drruscio.com/gut-healing-ups-and-downs/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

I was recently on the Intermittent Fasting Podcast hosted by Melanie Avalon and Gin Stephens. We discussed how to fix your gut, find your right diet, SIBO, IBS, low-FODMAPs, gluten, inflammation, gut microbiome, functional practitioners, tackling food fears & more! My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Today I speak with dentist and nutritionist Dr. Mitali Hariawala about Quip’s electric toothbrush and the holistic dentistry experience they offer. We discuss how good oral care practices can lead to a healthy mouth. We also discuss certain signs in the mouth that could indicate disease in the gut. https://drruscio.com/affordable-effective-electric-toothbrush/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is something to consider when you haven’t responded to anything else. Let’s discuss simple methods of treatment and assessment. Specifically a simple questionnaire and a small number of natural or over the counter medications may make a big difference in improving how you feel if you haven’t responded to other treatments you have tried. https://drruscio.com/mcas-symptoms-with-tania-dempsey/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

A healthy gut is crucial for optimal thyroid health.  The first study of its kind has shown those with SIBO have an increased risk of thyroid autoimmunity.  This is good news and suggests that by improving your gut health you can have a healthier thyroid. https://drruscio.com/hashimotos-thyroiditis-sibo-connection/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Peptides are an exciting area of medicine and can be used for anti-aging, immune function, gut healing and tissue repair. The most effective peptides are Ipamorelin, CJC-1295, BPC-157 and Thymosin Beta 4.  If this sounds like another language don’t worry, today we speak with one of the leading pioneers in peptide therapy in the world, Dr. William Seeds. He helps us see an easy outline of what peptides work best for anti-aging, compared to gut healing, compared to tissue repair compared to autoimmunity.  I think you will really enjoy it! https://drruscio.com/peptide-therapy-anti-aging-immune-function/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

In this interview on Mind Pump TV, Sal Di Stefano and I discuss how healing your gut can reduce brain fog. https://drruscio.com/brain-fog-heal-your-gut/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

What is the best thyroid medication? You may have heard that you require a special medication that combines T4 and T3, but this isn’t true for most. The majority of people appear to respond best to T4 alone, although some may need a higher dose to feel optimal. For those who do not respond fully to this, there are other considerations including T4 plus T3 medications or even liquid T3. This is important because if you jump to a T4 plus T3 medication too quickly you could risk side effects, including cardiovascular symptoms. Let’s discuss this and a SIBO case study illustrating why less treatment is often more effective. https://drruscio.com/choosing-the-right-thyroid-medication/ Get access to the Future of Functional Medicine Review, Clinical Newsletter at: https://drruscio.com/review/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

The elemental diet is one of the most effective therapies for improving gut health. This simple liquid diet can be used for SIBO, IBS and joint pain amongst others. Lets cover a few question today regarding the elemental diet and methylation and digestive motility. https://drruscio.com/using-the-liquid-elemental-diet-to-heal-your-gut/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Did you know that probiotics have been shown to work better if you have SIBO? A recent study provides insight on how to use probiotics when you have SIBO. We will also detail a case study using the elemental diet to provide relief when all other treatments had failed. https://drruscio.com/probiotics-work-better/ Get access to the Future of Functional Medicine Review, Clinical Newsletter at: https://drruscio.com/review/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Once Randy’s gut was healthier we increased his intake of carbs, namely grains, some of which were gluten containing grains. Find out what happened...https://drruscio.com/when-gluten-free-is-harmfu/ Get access to the Future of Functional Medicine Review, Clinical Newsletter at: https://drruscio.com/review/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

If you are using the wrong thyroid test you could miss the fact that you are hypothyroid because your labs say you are normal. The best test to use is known as the dialysis/LC-MS (I will explain what that means momentarily). It’s also important to understand when your thyroid-like symptoms are being caused by your gut, not your thyroid. I will share a case study where 100% of thyroid-like symptoms cleared after improving the patient’s gut health. https://drruscio.com/thyroid-tests-healing-your-gut-can-fix-your-thyroid/ Get access to the Future of Functional Medicine Review, Clinical Newsletter at: https://drruscio.com/review/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

It’s not difficult to become proficient in functional medicine if one is being taught a sound model. The key is finding and learning this model, which fortunately is provided by the Future of Functional Medicine Review Clinical Newsletter. Today we speak with Dr. Joe Mather who has “built the foundation of [his] practice on this approach”. We share keys for success in functional medicine which are highlighted from the newsletter and evidenced by Dr. Joe’s success in practice. https://drruscio.com/good-functional-medicine/ Get access to the Future of Functional Medicine Review, Clinical Newsletter at: https://drruscio.com/review/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Today let’s cover a case study from my office. This case study provides valuable insight regarding the gut-thyroid connection. I will detail the specific tests and treatments that allowed this patient to obtain results after not improving with numerous other providers. https://drruscio.com/the-thyroid-gut-connection/ Get access to the Future of Functional Medicine Review, Clinical Newsletter at: https://drruscio.com/review/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Which is better for IBS, yoga or a low FODMAP diet? A recent trial has found they both yield similar improvements for those with IBS. Let’s discuss how you can most efficiently use this information to improve your gut health. https://drruscio.com/natural-ibs-treatments/ Get access to the Future of Functional Medicine Review, Clinical Newsletter at: https://drruscio.com/review/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

This was a fantastic call with oncologist Dwight McKee who really showcased his mastery of this subject by providing a handful of simple yet profound tips regarding integrative cancer care. https://drruscio.com/integrative-cancer-care-oncologist-dwight-mckee/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Recently I joined Tom on Impact Theory to discuss gut health, finding purpose, and why stress may be the real root of your health problems. https://drruscio.com/diet-lifestyle-with-tom-bilyeu/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

If you feel like you react to everything you eat or take, or you can’t improve no matter what you do, you should consider the possibility of histamine intolerance and/or mast cell activation syndrome. Today Dr. Jill Carnahan and I expand on how to identify histamine intolerance and/or mast cell activation syndrome and some simple steps you can take to address these issues. https://drruscio.com/histamine-intolerance-mcas-with-dr-jill-carnahan/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

In this interview on Mind Pump TV, we answer the question “What is the best diet if I’m looking to improve my gut health?” https://drruscio.com/best-diet-improve-gut-health-mind-pump/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Opinions regarding carb intake vary widely. Fortunately, Dr. Mike T. Nelson draws upon not only his research background, but also his experience in advising clients, to provide us with simple recommendations that can allow you to improve your metabolism by adjusting your carb intake and utilizing intermittent fasting. https://drruscio.com/using-low-carb-high-carb-intermittent-fasting-optimum-metabolism/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Recent evidence is suggesting that vitamin D can help reduce inflammation in and heal your gut. This can lead to a healthier microbiota (the world of bacteria in your gut). Importantly, these changes lead to improvement of digestive symptoms as seen in IBS such as bloating, abdominal pain and altered bowels. https://drruscio.com/vitamin-d-heals-gut-improves-ibs/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Recently, I was interviewed by Aliky Kouroupis for the Healthy Gut Experts Summit 2.0 and I wanted to share it with you. During the summit, we talked about what you need to know about healing your digestion, living better, and feeling your absolute best in your body, every day. https://drruscio.com/can-get-healthier-faster-starting-gut-aliky-kouroupis/ My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources