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788 - How to Build a Healthy Gut to Lower Cortisol Levels Feb 27, 2023

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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

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787 - How An Elemental Diet Can Help Improve Crohn's, IBS, & More Feb 22, 2023

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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

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786 - Fine-Tuning Your Health—a Conversation with Dr. Scott Feb 20, 2023

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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

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785 - 4 Strategies to Boost Longevity, Energy, Mood, and More Feb 15, 2023

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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

784 - The Best Diets and Tests for IBS (And Which to Avoid) Feb 13, 2023

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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

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783 - New Research Shows What's Helpful for Hormonal Health Feb 08, 2023

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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

782 - Should You Take Probiotics for IBS and SIBO? Feb 06, 2023

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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

781 - One Simple, Effective Plan for Balancing Female Hormones Feb 01, 2023

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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

780 - New Insights On Medications and Probiotics for IBS Treatment Jan 30, 2023

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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

779 - Cold Exposure Therapy & Wim Hof Breathing Jan 25, 2023

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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

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