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

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New Functional Medicine Therapies and Protocols to Help You Sep 13, 2021

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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/

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Incorrect Hypothyroid Diagnosis Affects One Third of Patients Sep 08, 2021

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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

Brain Fog: A Research-Based Guide to Restoring Mental Clarity Sep 06, 2021

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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, Mold Illness, and Chronic Symptoms Sep 01, 2021

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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

Signs of Poor Oral Airway Health (and What to Do About Them) Aug 30, 2021

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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

What's Going On With Sleep Medicine? Aug 25, 2021

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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

Your Research-Backed Guide to Hypothyroidism Medication Aug 23, 2021

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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 Probiotic Breakthrough Aug 18, 2021

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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

5 Surprising Health Benefits of Sauna Therapy Aug 16, 2021

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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

The Connection Between Lyme Disease and Your Gut Aug 09, 2021

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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

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