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

Latest Episodes:

Does Coffee Contain Gluten? Nov 13, 2017

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You may have heard that "coffee cross-reacts as gluten." Is this actually true? Well, yes and no. This appears to only be true for instant coffee. Let's discuss.

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Mast Cell Activation Syndrome with Clinician and Researcher Dr. Lawrence Afrin Nov 08, 2017

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This was a fantastic discussion with clinician and researcher in Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Dr. Lawrence Afrin. MCAS is something to consider when you haven't responded to anything else: diet, lifestyle, gut treatments, thyroid…. And, here is the kicker… it doesn't require extensive lab testing nor expensive treatments for many cases.

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Selenium & CoQ10 Reduce Cardiovascular Death Nov 06, 2017

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We recently discussed a study in which selenium & CoQ10 supplementation reduced cardiovascular death. Today, let's discuss a follow up analysis that found that this protective effect was only seen in those with a baseline selenium deficiency and what values to look for on your lab work.

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Using Technology to Improve Health and Fitness, with Josh Trent Nov 01, 2017

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Today I had a great conversation with Josh Trent of Wellness Force Radio about how to use technology to improve health. Technology, like tracking apps and wrist devices, can be intimidating and overwhelming. We focused on the simple yet powerful devices and how they can be used to guide awareness and inspire change.

Looking for more resources from Dr. Ruscio? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, a free gut health e-book and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Healing Leaky Gut with a Low FODMAP Diet Oct 30, 2017

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The low FODMAP diet can be very helpful for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It has been shown to decrease gas, bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and may also help constipation. Some have expressed concern that a low FODMAP diet decreases intestinal bacteria, which is debatable. However, exciting evidence shows a low FODMAP diet can reduce leaky gut, calm the immune system, and even repair the intestines. Let's discuss.

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Health News Reviews: Updates on Low FODMAP Diets, Fasting, Gene-Tailored Diets, Leaky Gut, Parasites, and Paleo Versus Mediterranean Diet Oct 25, 2017

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Another episode of health news reviews, including updates on:

Low FODMAP diet
Exercise and your microbiota
Fasting and metabolism
Gene-tailored diets
Paleo versus Mediterranean diets
Fat and leaky gut
Worms and intestinal health
Parasites and probiotics

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Healing the Cause of IBS and SIBO Oct 23, 2017

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IBS and SIBO are common and can interfere with quality of life. Symptoms include bloating, abdominal pain, and altered bowel function (constipation or diarrhea). As we are learning more about IBS and SIBO, we are learning that alterations in the intestines may be a cause. Excitingly, recent evidence suggests that certain dietary changes may help repair the intestines in those with IBS and SIBO. Looking for more resources from Dr. Ruscio? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, a free gut health e-book and more. https://drruscio.com/resources/

Adrenal Testing, Mitochondrial Health, Testosterone, Stress, Calories, Body Comp, and Much More with Dr. Ben House Oct 18, 2017

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Today we discuss adrenal testing, mitochondrial health, testosterone, stress, calories, body comp, and much more with Dr. Ben House. Dr. House knows his stuff, and this conversation was extremely insightful.

Exercise Improves Your Microbiota Oct 16, 2017

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Exercise has been shown to improve your microbiota, and being sedentary has been shown to have a negative impact on your microbiota. Let's discuss a recent study which uncovered this, and let's also discuss how this pertains to testing and weight loss.

Cost-Effective Rehab – Why You Don't Need Fancy Rehab Programs, with Menno Henselmans Oct 11, 2017

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We have discussed several examples of how we can make functional medicine more efficient and cost-effective. Oftentimes we look to science to help us understand what testing and treatment is not needed and which ones we should focus on. Today I was very impressed with Menno Henselmans as he outlined how we can do the same thing with rehab for musculoskeletal problems.