Dr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare

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Managing Moods and Stress with Wearable Technology Oct 11, 2021

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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.

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Are Probiotics Effective Against H. Pylori? Oct 06, 2021

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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

How to (Successfully) Treat Thyroid Disorders Oct 04, 2021

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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

How Ketosis Can Benefit Female Hormones & the Brain Sep 29, 2021

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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

The Best Approach to Keto Diets for Women Sep 27, 2021

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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

Common Food Intolerances: How To Identify and Treat Them Sep 24, 2021

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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/

How to Improve Long-Haul COVID Symptoms Sep 22, 2021

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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

Best Probiotics for Men Sep 20, 2021

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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

How to Heal Hashimoto's by Treating the Gut Sep 17, 2021

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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

Surprising Benefits of Probiotics Sep 15, 2021

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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