Dr. Ruscio Radio: Health, Nutrition and Functional Medicine

Iodine, Thyroid, Hashimoto’s, and Sleep Research Updates Aug 08, 2022

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

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Simple Self-Assessment for Impaired Sleep Quality Aug 03, 2022

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

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Dysbiosis and Low FODMAP, Plus Other Research Updates Aug 01, 2022

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

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Do These Three Things Every Morning for Better Brain Health Jul 27, 2022

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

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Low FODMAP and Probiotics for Chronic Digestive Symptoms Jul 25, 2022

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

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4 Undeniable Signs of Heart Disease You Need to Address Jul 20, 2022

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

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Listener Questions: Acid Reflux, SIBO, and the Paleo Diet Jul 18, 2022

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

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Is Gluten Really That Bad? Jul 13, 2022

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

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Protein Intake is Crucial for Your Health Jul 11, 2022

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

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What’s TSH Normal Range? Jul 06, 2022

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

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Chronic Fatigue: Mitochondria and the Other 4 Causes Jul 04, 2022

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

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Taking Antibiotics? The Benefits and Side Effects You Need to Know Jun 30, 2022

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

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Pelvic Floor Therapy for Better Gut Health Jun 29, 2022

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

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What Your Gut Microbiota Says About Mood, Thyroid, and More Jun 27, 2022

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

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Do You Have SIBO? 5 Signs to Look Out For Jun 23, 2022

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

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Evidence-Based Interventions for Thyroid and Female Hormones Jun 22, 2022

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

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Managing Type 1 Diabetes With Diet, Meditation, and More Jun 20, 2022

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

2 Things To Do Daily to Correct High TSH Levels Jun 16, 2022

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

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Probiotics: Do They Work Best On Their Own Or In Conjunction? Jun 15, 2022

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

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How To Keep Your Mitochondria Healthy For Better Energy Jun 13, 2022

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

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10 Vitamin D Deficiency Symptoms And What You Can Do About Them Jun 10, 2022

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

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The Latest in Gut Health Research: SIBO, FODMAPs, and More Jun 08, 2022

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

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How to Overcome Trauma and Advocate For Your Health Jun 06, 2022

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

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5 Signs of Hypothyroidism, Plus How To Find Symptom Relief Jun 01, 2022

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

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Experience Better Sleep and Less Stress According to Research May 30, 2022

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

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Are Certain Probiotics More Effective for IBS and Depression? May 25, 2022

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

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New Gut Health Research: FODMAPs, Gluten, Elemental Diet May 23, 2022

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

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Thyroid Updates: Treating Hypothyroidism and Interpreting Labs May 18, 2022

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

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Conquering Arthritis With Functional Medicine May 16, 2022

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

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The Ultimate Prebiotic Food List For Better Gut Health May 12, 2022

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

How to Interpret SIBO Test Results & Improve Food Intolerances May 11, 2022

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

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Listener Questions: Food Allergies, Elemental Dieting, Lectins May 09, 2022

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

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The Hidden Reason You Have Brain Fog May 05, 2022

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

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Healthy Foods and Habits for Optimal Eye Health May 04, 2022

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

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Immunoglobulins: A Therapy To Boost Immune and Gut Health May 02, 2022

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

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Functional Medicine and Nutrition for a Healthy Pregnancy Apr 27, 2022

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

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A Clinically Proven Breath Device for Sleep, Speech, and More Apr 25, 2022

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

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The Latest in Probiotics for Kids, COVID, Stress, and More Apr 20, 2022

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

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Is Oxygen Healing? Why Consider Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Apr 18, 2022

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

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How To Optimize Your Nutrition and Enjoy Nutrient-Dense Foods Apr 13, 2022

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

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Thyroid Health Updates: Treating Hypothyroid, The Gut, & More Apr 11, 2022

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

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What Does Soil Have To Do With Your Health? Apr 06, 2022

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

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Listener Questions: Weight Loss, SIBO, Hormones, Mold Toxicity Apr 04, 2022

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

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What New Gut Health Research Says About IBS, SIBO, and More Mar 30, 2022

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

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How To Manage Crohn’s Disease and Optimize Gut Health Mar 28, 2022

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

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What We Do [And Don’t] Know About Viruses Mar 23, 2022

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

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Is This More Common Than SIBO? Mar 21, 2022

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

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Is a Thyroid Disorder or a Gut Issue Causing Your Symptoms? Mar 16, 2022

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

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Surprising Findings About Digestive Enzymes for IBS Mar 14, 2022

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/

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Do Vitamins for Sleep Really Work? Mar 09, 2022

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

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Healing Your Gut After Mercury and Mold Exposure Mar 07, 2022

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

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Can You Slow Aging With Epigenetics? Mar 02, 2022

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

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Do Probiotics Help Children’s Respiratory Infections? Feb 28, 2022

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

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The Surprising Autoimmune Skin Disease-Gut Health Connection Feb 23, 2022

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/

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Is It Hashimoto’s Disease? Or Is It Something Else? Feb 21, 2022

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

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Misunderstood Symptoms of SIBO - Fatigue, Brain Fog, and More Feb 16, 2022

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/

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How to Reduce Brain Fog Without Restrictive Diets Feb 14, 2022

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

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Episode 41 FFMR+ Research Briefs Feb 14, 2022

A Scientifically Validated Lab Test for Gut Dysbiosis Feb 09, 2022

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

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Limbic Retraining Helps Resolve Gut Symptoms Feb 07, 2022

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

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A Better Model of Functional Medicine Feb 04, 2022

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

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Treating the Person vs. Treating the Labs Feb 02, 2022

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

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Is Your Doctor Treating You or Your Lab Results? Jan 31, 2022

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

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Listener Questions On Leaky Gut, SIBO, and Taking NMN for IBS Jan 26, 2022

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

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Do Probiotics Work For Kids With IBS? Jan 24, 2022

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/

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Patient Questions: Probiotics, Emotional Trauma, and More Jan 19, 2022

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

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Updates On Leaky Gut, Low FODMAP Diets, and IBS Jan 17, 2022

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

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The Impact of Lifestyle Factors on Glucose Levels Jan 12, 2022

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

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What Functional Medicine Tests to Avoid Jan 10, 2022

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

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Listener Questions About Hunger, Satiety, Pea Protein, DHEA Jan 05, 2022

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

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Hidden Effects of Mold Toxicity (And How to Deal With Them) Jan 03, 2022

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

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Food Sensitivity Test Diets vs Low FODMAP Diets Dec 29, 2021

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

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Treat SIBO To Improve Your Thyroid Levels Dec 27, 2021

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

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Why Some People Struggle to Lose Weight Dec 22, 2021

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

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Personalizing Sleep Medicine for You Dec 20, 2021

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

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Is it Celiac or SIBO? Top Updates on Gut Health Dec 15, 2021

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

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How Much MCT Oil Per Day Is Right For Me? Dec 13, 2021

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.

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How to Improve Fatigue & Constipation Without Thyroid Meds Dec 08, 2021

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.

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What Science Tells Us About the Best Diet for Brain Health Dec 06, 2021

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.

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The Latest in Probiotics Research Dec 01, 2021

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/

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Can Continuous Glucose Monitoring Support Your Health Goals? Nov 29, 2021

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.

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Does Blastocystis Hominis Need to be Treated? Nov 24, 2021

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

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How Myofunctional Therapy and Sleep Medicine Can Help You Nov 22, 2021

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

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SIBO Diets: Your Guide To Choosing The Right One Nov 17, 2021

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/

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How to Determine Your Ketone Levels Without Finger Prick Testing Nov 15, 2021

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

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Listener Questions on Thyroid, Diabetes, Keto, COVID Vaccine Nov 10, 2021

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

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How Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Can Impact Your Health Nov 08, 2021

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

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Should You Add Resistance Training to Your Exercise Regimen? Nov 03, 2021

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

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Can Fasting Improve Your Brain Health? Nov 01, 2021

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

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Simple Solutions for Hormonal Imbalances in Women Oct 27, 2021

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/

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The Controversy of IgG Food Sensitivity Testing Oct 25, 2021

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/

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Rethinking Treatment of Environmental and Mold Toxicity Oct 20, 2021

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/

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Why Autoimmunity May Not Cause SIBO and IBS Oct 18, 2021

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

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How to Get Better Results With Functional Medicine Oct 13, 2021

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

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Managing Moods and Stress with Wearable Technology Oct 11, 2021

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

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

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/

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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/

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