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

In this episode, Dr. Ruscio interviews Chris Kresser M.S., L.Ac., a globally recognized leader in the fields of ancestral health, Paleo nutrition, and functional and integrative medicine. He is the creator of ChrisKresser.com, one of the top 25 natural health sites in the world, and the author of the New York Times best seller, Your Personal Paleo Code (published in paperback in December 2014 as The Paleo Cure). They discuss the darkside of healthy living by looking at how sometimes making healthy choices makes us less healthy and how we all need to perhaps “live a little.”

Opinions regarding carb intake vary widely. Fortunately, Dr. Mike T. Nelson draws upon not only his research background, but also his experience in advising clients, to provide us with simple recommendations that can allow you to improve your metabolism by adjusting your carb intake and utilizing intermittent fasting. https://drruscio.com/using-low-carb-high-carb-intermittent-fasting-optimum-metabolism/

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What if you could take a simple stool test that accurately predicted what you should eat to manage your blood sugar? The Day Two test does this, and provides you with a personalized diet plan to keep your blood sugar under control. In today’s podcast, I met with Lihi Segal from Day Two, to learn more about the test, and how it can help you with diabetes, weight loss, performance, and even IBS. https://drruscio.com/day-two

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A large and very compelling study with over 200,000 participants suggests caution about taking acid-suppressing medication (proton pump inhibitors and H2 blockers). The study found an increased risk of death from cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, and upper gastrointestinal cancer. PPIs have been shown to heal gastric and duodenal ulcers when in short-term applications of 4-8 weeks. So, it’s important to keep an open mind about the potential benefits of these drugs. But I discourage you from taking acid-suppressing medications over the long term for reflux. There are several excellent alternatives for treating the root cause of reflux. These include dietary interventions and probiotics. In the long run, addressing the root cause of your reflux symptoms improves your overall health and reduces your risk of serious side effects from medication. https://drruscio.com/?p=49002

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Seed oils have been a controversial topic as of late.  But, are they all harmful? In this episode, I’ll present extensive research on seed oils, how they’re affecting your body, and suggest the best ways to consume them.  

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:24 Linoleic acid

01:51 Do they cause inflammation?

09:07 Increased risk of heart disease?

15:06 Key heart disease studies

17:17 Omega-3 & omega-6

19:08 Processing, chemical solvents & hexane

21:24 Is refinement/hexane harmful? 

25:10 Best heating uses

29:23 Hydrogenated/trans fats

32:03 Key takeaways 

Featured Studies 

📉Omega-6 vegetable oils & heart disease

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30364556/

📉Increasing linoleic acid & tissue arachidonic acid content

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21663641/

📉Long-chain conversion of [13C]linoleic acid & alpha-linolenic acid

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15576848/

📉Omega-6 fatty acids &  risk for cardiovascular disease

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19171857/

📉Linoleic acid intake &  blood inflammatory markers https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28752873/

📉A diet containing grapeseed oil-based fats does not increase lipid peroxidation in humans https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11641740/

📉Linoleic acid & heart disease https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25161045/

📉Linoleic Acid & Type 2 Diabetes https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34417277/

📉Linoleic acid & mortality

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32020162/

📉Foods &  LDL cholesterol

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33762150/

📉Oils & solid fats on  blood lipids https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30006369/

📉Canola oil & cardiovascular risk factors

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33127255/

📉Fats & cardiometabolic risk during weight gain

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25319187/

📉Saturated Fat Promotes Fatty Liver& Ceramides

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31369090/

📉Replacing saturated fat with n-6 polyunsaturated fat

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28526025/

📉Reduction in saturated fat for cardiovascular disease

https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD011737.pub3/full

📉The Omega-6:Omega-3 ratio

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29599053/

📉Cognitive Impairment & Low Omega-3 Index

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27701160/

📉Blood Omega-3 Index & Cognition

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26729157/

📉Omega-3 Index & risk for coronary heart disease mortality

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28511049/

📉Omega-3 index &  type 2 diabetes

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34740031/

📉Hexane Content in Vegetable Oils

https://openaccesspub.org/experimental-and-clinical-toxicology/article/622

📉Pressed & extracted vegetable oils

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37576238/

📉 Cooking oils in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24625239/

📉Grapeseed/canola-oil supplementation reduces serum lipids & liver enzymes in adipose tissuehttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25403327/

📉Whey - From waste to a valuable resource

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S266615432400317X

📉Sustainable Protein Powders

https://www.foodunfolded.com/article/sustainable-protein-powders-whey-vs-plant-based

📉Protein & resistance training-induced gains https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28698222/

📉Whey Protein & Resistance Exercise Training https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37571361/

📉Ultra-processed food consumption & cardiovascular mortality

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33536027/

📉Trans Fat https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/trans-fat

📉Fat hydrogenation https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fat_hydrogenation

📉Heating & Trans Fatty Acid Content of Edible Oils

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35406103/

📉Heating & Fatty Acid Composition of Plant-Based Cooking Oils

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35053923/#:~:text=The%20present%20data%20indicate%20that,the%20number%20of%20heating%20sequences.

📉How Long to Fry Every Food https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/deep-frying-temperature-chart/#:~:text=What%20is%20the%20normal%20temperature,right%20type%20of%20cooking%20fat.

📉Lean red meat & human evolution https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10918988/

📉Fatty acid &  wild ruminant tissues https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11960292/ 

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Depression, Anxiety, and Mood Disorders with Psychiatrist Dr. Kelly Brogan. We detail very important information regarding anti-depressant medications, what common causes of depression and anxiety are, and cover highlights from Dr. Brogan’s new book.

It can be tough to stay in the know about gut health research, especially with new findings being released regularly. To make things easier, I break down recent studies and offer insights into what they mean for your own gut health. Tune in to this episode to hear what interventions can support your digestion, cognition, endocrine function, skin and joint health, and more.

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In today’s episode, we are happy to hear from our clinic’s Dr. Scott and one of his patients, Keith about his successful experience tackling gut health issues. Keith’s case posed a very common conundrum that we’ve seen in many with gut health issues - are we dealing with bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), fungal overgrowth (candida) or potentially both? We’ll walk through some of the key indications that Keith’s initial SIBO diagnosis was actually a candida case, and we’ll cover the best testing and treatments that led to Keith’s recovery. 

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➡️The Best Natural Treatments for Candida (Science-based):

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➡️Eat These 7 Foods EVERY DAY for SIFO & Candida:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIKgNtxC3Mw

➡️5 SIBO Symptoms To Watch Out For - Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmKxwSlf1iU

➡️The 2 Best SIBO Healing Supplements:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=es-l4TVToeQ

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➡️ What Causes Candida Overgrowth—and What Can You Do About It?

https://drruscio.com/what-causes-candida/ 

➡️ Low FODMAP Diet for SIBO: A Step-By-Step Guide

https://drruscio.com/low-fodmap-diet-for-sibo/ 

➡️ Oil of Oregano Benefits: How This Herbal Antimicrobial Can Help Your Health

https://drruscio.com/oil-of-oregano-benefits/  

➡️ Is Testing for SIBO Helpful? Maybe Not So Much

https://drruscio.com/how-to-test-for-sibo/ 

Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:49 Keith’s symptoms

05:13 SIBO diagnosis & Xifaxan response

06:33 Considering SIBO vs. candida

11:42 Low FODMAP & supplement reactions

19:33 Measuring candida risk indicators 

23:23 Candida supplements & reactions

26:51 Creating a healing mindset 

31:45 Candida diet efficacy

39:02 Why antimicrobials are effective

43:03 Keith’s improved test results

45:30 Key takeaways

Featured Studies 

📉Herbal therapy is equivalent to rifaximin for the treatment of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24891990/

📉Is rheumatoid arthritis a disease that starts in the intestine? A pilot study comparing an elemental diet with oral prednisolone: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17308218/

📉Comparison of the therapeutic effects of Garcin(®) and fluconazole on Candida vaginitis:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26512149/

📉Effects of garlic supplementation on components of metabolic syndrome:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37481521/

📉Effect of garlic on blood pressure:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25557383/

📉Garlic Supplementation Reduces Circulating C-reactive Protein, Tumor Necrosis Factor, and Interleukin-6 in Adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30949665/

📉Overall and Sex-Specific Effect of Berberine on Glycemic and Insulin-Related Traits: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37598753/

📉The effect of berberine supplementation on lipid profile and obesity indices:

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2213434423000361

📉Overall and Sex-Specific Effect of Berberine for the Treatment of Dyslipidemia in Adults:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36941490/

📉Efficacy and Safety of Berberine Alone or Combined with Statins for the Treatment of Hyperlipidemia:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31094214/

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Recently some have suggested that SIBO is not a real condition. In light of this I wanted to provide an updated account of what SIBO is, what it is not, how we can test for it, and what testing pitfalls should be avoided.  https://drruscio.com/sibo-real-condition/

My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/

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What’s the best test for SIBO, the glucose breath test, or the lactulose breath test? In today’s video, I share the results of a meta-analysis suggesting glucose breath testing is more accurate. I also discuss how to properly read a lactulose breath test to increase accuracy, and how much you should rely on breath testing for SIBO while improving your gut health. https://drruscio.com/the-best-test-for-sibo

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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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Confused about the Autoimmune Paleo Diet? Not sure what foods to eat or not to eat? Think it’s impossible to do because it’s so strict? Mickey Trescott from Autoimmune-Paleo.com joins us to answer those questions and more on this episode of Dr. Ruscio Radio.

On today’s podcast episode, I talk with Indoor Environmental Professional (IEP) Michael Schrantz about the importance of working with an expert who understands the whole picture when it comes to your environment. Michael breaks down a practical approach to mold testing that reduces fear, confusion, and cost.
https://drruscio.com/mold-the-1-professional-you-must-have-on-your-team 
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Dr. Ruscio interviews Melissa Hartwig, co-creator of The Whole 30, in this episode of the podcast. Melissa specializes in helping people change their relationship with food and create life-long, healthy habits.

Artificial light and electromagnetic fields (EMFs) are an inescapable reality of city environments. Rather than sleeping when the sunlight tells us to, we alter our circadian rhythms with electric light, sometimes at the expense of our immune system and sleep quality. Artificial lights that mimic the sun may provide a more natural environment for our bodies. EMFs emanating from our devices may generate heat, disrupt melatonin and even cause mechanical vibration of cell membranes. Ways to lessen EMF exposure include putting your phone into airplane mode while sleeping, keeping it away from your body, and avoiding the use of your laptop on your lap. Checking your home with an EMF detector may also reveal external sources, which you can block while you sleep using some forms of shielding. https://drruscio.com/?p=28620

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Depending on who you ask, gluten-free could be described as anything from a fad all the way through an absolute essential. Today we speak with nutritionist Jennifer Fugo for a balanced and practical approach to going gluten-free. Jen also provides some helpful tips for eating out.  

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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/ 

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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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I’m so excited to announce that I have finally put together a course on thyroid health. I developed this course because of what I see in my clinical practice every single week: patients who have seen conventional doctors and alternative or functional medicine doctors, who have done their own research, and who still have symptoms. My clinical team and I have learned so much by obsessing over all of the latest thyroid, gut, and autoimmunity research, and by working with patients every day. I’m proud to say that we have developed a practical, evidence-based model for treating patients with persistent thyroid problems, and it works. Now, I’m sharing everything we’ve learned with you, to empower you to take back control of your thyroid, your gut, your overall health, and your life.

https://drruscio.com/thyroid-course/ 

In today’s episode, I’ll walk you through the first four modules of my new thyroid course, which focus on the current state of thyroid care, some of the most pervasive myths in the thyroid community, real cases studies from our clinic, how to really define your thyroid condition and interpret your labs, where the gaps are in both conventional and alternative medicine, and more.

Later, we’ll cover the treatments and diets that do and don’t work, and how to properly sequence them and put them into action so that you can feel better.

https://drruscio.com/how-to-diagnose-hypothyroid-and-hashimotos-and-reliable-symptoms 

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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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The recent DIETFITS study explored how well people would do on a low-carb vs. a low-fat diet, based on genotype or the way they secrete insulin. The results of the study didn’t reveal a link with genotype pattern or insulin. But they showed roughly equal weight-loss success for participants on both diets. Notably, the study forbid participants in both diets to eat added sugar or refined grain, and encouraged both groups to eat copious vegetables. More than whether your diet is high-fat or low-fat, it seems that high-quality whole foods are a critical factor in healthy weight loss. https://drruscio.com/?p=29414

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Gut microbiota is the newest health craze. Problems with the good bacteria in the intestines have been correlated with everything from obesity to cardiovascular disease. However,correlation does not mean causation, and certainly does not mean we have successful treatments. So what about microbiota and weight gain? Can we manipulate the microbiota with probiotics or prebiotics to achieve weight loss? The answers might surprise you.

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In an ideal world, we wouldn't need probiotics. However, today there are a number of factors that congeal to create a situation in which probiotics do seem to offer benefit for many. Here I describe the various factors that can result in an unbalanced gut and why this happens. Luckily there are things you can do to improve the health of your gut. Probiotics can play a supportive role in that. https://drruscio.com/why-probiotics-are-important

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Many of our viewers watch our videos to improve their gut health.  Did you know that histamine intolerance can directly relate to gut issues?  Learn the 5 warning signs that you’re histamine intolerant,  and what you can do to start healing. 

Low histamine diet handout:  https://drruscio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/HistamineHandout.pdf

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➡️Stubborn SIBO? Why Your Nose & Mouth May Be to Blame | Dr. Allison Siebecker:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lI1QW2bBJn8&t=1s

➡️You Didn't Know This About Lyme Disease (and How to Heal) | Dr. Tania Dempsey

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4r_Ud5Cmp9Y&t=2s

➡️Healthy Food Paradoxes: Fiber and Histamine:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TD2UdTzT9vQ&t=79s

➡️The Top Anti-Inflammatory Foods You Should Eat Every Day:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NF5gOX-VsFY&t=78s

➡️This Leaky Gut Diet Fixes the Root Cause of Poor Gut Health:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wk9GaT2mtw

➡️The Link Between MCAS, POTS, and EDS with Dr. Leonard Weinstock:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaiG8pNie20&t=119s

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➡️Which Probiotic Is Best for Histamine Intolerance?: https://drruscio.com/which-probiotic-is-best-for-histamine-intolerance/

➡️DIY: How to Do a Castor Oil Pack: https://drruscio.com/how-to-do-a-castor-oil-pack/

➡️Can I Take Quercetin for Histamine Intolerance?: https://drruscio.com/quercetin-for-histamine-intolerance/

➡️These 11 Supplements Can Help Strike Hormonal Balance: https://drruscio.com/how-to-balance-hormones-with-supplements/

➡️Can SIBO Cause Histamine Intolerance?: https://drruscio.com/can-sibo-cause-histamine-intolerance/

➡️Can Histamine Intolerance Be Cured?: https://drruscio.com/can-histamine-intolerance-be-cured/

Featured Studies 

📉Circadian profiling reveals higher histamine plasma levels and lower diamine oxidase serum activities in 24% of patients with suspected histamine intolerance compared to food allergy and controls:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29154390/

📉 Pilot Study on the Prevalence of Diamine Oxidase Gene Variants in Patients with Symptoms of Histamine Intolerance: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38674832/

📉 Histamine Intolerance-The More We Know the Less We Know. A Review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34209583/

📉 Histamine intolerance: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36931880/

📉 Concomitant Prevalence of Low Serum Diamine Oxidase Activity and Carbohydrate Malabsorption:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28042564/

📉 Effect of Candida albicans plus histamine on prostaglandin E2 production by peripheral blood mononuclear cells from healthy women and women with recurrent candidal vaginitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1906913/

📉 Candida-induced histamine release from basophils: relationship to house dust- and anti-IgE-induced secretion: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2411109/

📉  What to know about Candida when you have Mast Cell Activation Syndrome | Histamine Intolerance:

https://mastcell360.com/what-to-know-about-candida-when-you-have-mast-cell-activation-syndrome-histamine-intolerance/

📉  Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth: histopathologic features and clinical correlates in an underrecognized entity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20121616/

📉 Histamine Intolerance-The More We Know the Less We Know. A Review:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34209583/

📉Effect of the menstrual cycle on serum diamine oxidase levels in healthy women:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23099198/

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Check out my interview with Dr. David Perlmutter where we discuss how gut health relates to just about everything else in the body, how changes in gut health can manifest as disease, and what we can do to fix the problem — the ultimate goal. https://drruscio.com/dr-david-perlmutter-and-dr-michael-ruscio/

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I’m very excited to have thyroid expert, Dr. Antonio Bianco back on the podcast! In this episode, we have a fascinating discussion about different approaches to hypothyroidism therapy. He shares his research on the use of levothyroxine in comparison to combination therapy and provides insights on how to adjust treatment for patients’ needs. You don’t want to miss this! Listen now. 

We want to improve your thyroid health! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/

Check out Dr. Bianco’s book, “Rethinking Hypothyroidism: Why Treatment Must Change and What Patients Can Do”.

https://www.amazon.com/Rethinking-Hypothyroidism-Treatment-Change-Patients/dp/0226823164

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➡️Escape the Hypothyroidism Trap with Dr. Antonio Bianco:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1jzvyEoLfI

➡️The Truth About Hypothyroidism Misdiagnosis (And How To Avoid It) | Dr. Antonio Bianco:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azdSEojlM9k

➡️This is the BEST Protocol For Healing Hashimoto’s:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bz0634BRLOA

➡️The 3 BEST and WORST Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis Treatments:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WF13YPhp2-Q

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➡️What is Subclinical Hypothyroidism?

 https://drruscio.com/what-is-subclinical-hypothyroidism/ 

➡️ How to Get Off Thyroid Medication Naturally

https://drruscio.com/how-to-get-off-thyroid-medication/ 

➡️ Thyroid Diet Chart: What to Eat for Better Thyroid Function

https://drruscio.com/thyroid-diet-chart/ 

➡️ Can You Use Red Light Therapy for Thyroid Health?

https://drruscio.com/red-light-therapy-for-thyroid/ 

Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

03:59 Key points from previous discussion

06:54 Thyroid physiology

10:53 50% prefer combination therapy

16:24 Approaching thyroid “symptoms”

23:33 Consider menopausal symptoms

31:37  LT4 therapy limitations

37:33 Combo therapy for adjusting T3 & T4

59:24 How to switch to combination therapy

01:14:46 Key takeaways

Featured Studies 

📉Treatment Preferences in Patients With Hypothyroidism:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39290156/

📉Clinical Outcomes After Discontinuation of Thyroid Hormone Replacement:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33161885/

📉Variable transduction of thyroid hormone signaling in structures of the mouse brain:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39903117/

📉Thyroid Hormone Homeostasis in Levothyroxine-treated Patients: Findings From ELSA-Brasil

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38506164/

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In this episode of Dr. Ruscio Radio, the doc asks the question: "Should you be gluten-free?" There has been a lot of talk lately that gluten-free is the fad and gluten-sensitivity doesn't exist. As usual, the doc has you covered with the science! Dr. Ruscio starts by defining what Non-Celiac Gluetn Sensitivity actually is. Then he selves into what the research says about gluten sensitivity, strategies if you are sluten sensitive, lab tests available for NCGS, and what to do after being exposed to gluten.

There are many research-backed ways to increase quality of life and slow or prevent age-related diseases. In this episode, Dr. Greg Kelly–naturopathic physician and author of Shape Shift–expands on senolytics, a class of drugs that show positive effects on aging, brain and skin health, and anabolic resistance. Hear how senolytics, along with strength and resistance training, walking, perfecting your circadian rhythm, and consuming protein, can help you age and feel well.

https://www.drruscio.com/reducing-aging-and-increasing-quality-of-life-with-senolytics 

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Did you know that 75% of people will use complementary and alternative medicine at some point in their lives?  At our clinic, we’re constantly researching the best new functional medicine approaches for our patients, because, like many, they  were not helped by conventional medicine and prefer non-drug, or natural treatments.

In today’s episode, I’ll discuss how we’ve updated our approach to functional medicine to provide the most effective healing for gut issues, thyroid problems, and more. Learn about the latest in functional medicine practices. Watch now! 

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➡️New Study: Herbal & Probiotics Treatment Effective for SIBO:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFK-2MOlpvE&t=2s

➡️The 2 Best SIBO Healing Supplements:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=es-l4TVToeQ&t=21s

➡️The Best Way to Treat a Sluggish Thyroid - New Study:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLuw1q2kvVM&t=6s

➡️3 Ways Your Gut Health Can Improve Your Thyroid:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKPj6Rw83o8&t=327s

➡️Chronic Infections, Overlooked Cause of Fatigue, Depression, Insomnia & Joint Pain | Dr. Amy Offutt:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8_0qMWwQIo&t=4122s

➡️You Didn't Know This About Lyme Disease (and How to Heal) | Dr. Tania Dempsey:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4r_Ud5Cmp9Y&t=4s

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➡️The Ultimate 3-Step SIBO Treatment Guide:

https://drruscio.com/sibo-treatments/

➡️Is Testing for SIBO Helpful? Maybe Not So Much:

https://drruscio.com/how-to-test-for-sibo/

➡️The Key to Thyroid and Parathyroid Health? Your Gut:

https://drruscio.com/parathyroid/

➡️These 11 Supplements Can Help Strike Hormonal Balance:

https://drruscio.com/how-to-balance-hormones-with-supplements/

➡️Which Probiotic Is Best for Histamine Intolerance?:

https://drruscio.com/which-probiotic-is-best-for-histamine-intolerance/

➡️DIY: How to Do a Castor Oil Pack:https://drruscio.com/how-to-do-a-castor-oil-pack/

Featured Studies 

📉Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth in Irritable Bowel Syndrome:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31913194/

📉 Short-course Rifaximin therapy efficacy and lactulose hydrogen breath test in Chinese patients with diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32532214/

📉 Association of Thyroid Hormone Therapy With Quality of Life and Thyroid-Related Symptoms in Patients With Subclinical Hypothyroidism: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30285179/

📉 Clinical Outcomes After Discontinuation of Thyroid Hormone Replacement:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33161885/

📉 Dysmotility and proton pump inhibitor use are independent risk factors for small intestinal bacterial and/or fungal overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23574267/

📉 Concomitant Prevalence of Low Serum Diamine Oxidase Activity and Carbohydrate Malabsorption:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28042564/

📉 Association of Presenting Symptoms With Abnormal Laboratory Values for Vector-Borne Illness 

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33511252/

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Bad behavior in children might actually be a good thing. Today I speak with investigative journalist, and author of The Good News About Bad Behavior, Katherine R Lewis. Katherine details where bad behavior comes from and how it can be used as a tool to help raise happier, healthier children. https://drruscio.com/good-news-about-bad-behovior/

My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/

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In today's episode, I am joined by mold expert, Doctor Jill Crista. She discusses some fascinating theories regarding what happens in mycotoxicity or this syndrome in which your body is inundated with not actually mold itself but the toxins that are produced by mold or fungus. She describes symptoms that help you determine if there's an increased likelihood that you may have been, or currently are, being exposed to mycotoxins. Lastly, she outlines some helpful testing and treatment strategies. I’m already looking forward to a Part II. https://drruscio.com/?p=56096

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Today I will answer more listener questions regarding: Rotating Prokinetics for SIBO; Finding Your Ideal Carb-Fat Ratio; Tips for Healthy Skin; The F/B Ratio for Weight Loss; and more. https://drruscio.com/listener-questions-july-2018/

My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/

Looking for more? Check out our resource page that includes how to become a patient, how to pick up a copy of my new book, how to sign up for my clinical training newsletter, and more. https://drruscio.com/resources

Your questions answered: FMT for C. diff, coughing after eating, Rifaximin dose, red-light therapy for fatigue, spore-based probiotics and their effects on SIBO. http://drruscio.com/listener-questions-on-fmt-for-c-diff-coughing-after-eating

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In this episode, I talk with Dr. David Jockers about what really works for healing leaky gut syndrome. When your gut is “leaky,” symptoms from diarrhea to joint pain to brain fog can occur. 

These symptoms point to a larger issue of an overreactive immune response, which can be calmed down with the right tools in place. 

At the clinic, we follow the scientific evidence and listen to how our patients respond to various treatments. With healing leaky gut, we’ve found one supplement that works across the board for patients. We’ve also found what doesn’t work, despite the hype around these modalities. 

Listen to the episode to hear the best ways to get a healthier gut and you.

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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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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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A simple breakdown of new research on probiotics. There are really exciting findings for:

-Depression
-Dysbiosis
-Anxiety
-Stress
-And bloating

I’ve compiled what I feel to be the most valuable and actionable updates into today’s research update episode.

Please join me.

Featured Studies 

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35129111/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37150125/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37049546/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36717369/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37116031/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36757002/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37256113/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37105767/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36974511/ 

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• My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

02:01 Our probiotic protocol 

02:58 Do probiotics improve depression? 

07: 11 A combination of probiotics & lifestyle changes

08:30 Parkinson’s disease 

09:58 How the gut and brain connect

11:31 A new brain health finding 

13:45 Probiotic protocol recap 

14:29 No studies for bloating? 

19:06 Can probiotics can improve diarrhea? 

19:27 What if you stop probiotics too soon?

22:33 Soil-based probiotics for constipation in kids

23:45 Is there a best probiotic for h. pylori?

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The gut and the liver may be more connected than you expect: probiotics can reduce liver enzymes from non-alcoholic fatty liver. A recent meta-analysis showed that two liver enzymes, ALT and AST, a byproduct of liver damage, were significantly reduced in test patients when taking lactobacillus-bifidobacterium blends of probiotics. Insulin resistance also improved. If you’re struggling with a liver condition, it’s important to consider the impact of your gut health. https://drruscio.com/?p=28102

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Do you suffer from chronic, relapsing SIBO or IBS? How about chronic pain or infertility? The answer could lie in addressing abdominal and pelvic adhesions using the Clear Passage Approach and Wurn Technique, a non-surgical drug-free treatment, developed by Larry & Belinda Wurn.

Today I spoke with Dr. Susan Blum on her 4-component plan for healing autoimmunity. We emphasize the importance of gut health, of course, but also get into an interesting debate regarding what type of diet is best for autoimmunity. We also cover the importance of stress and toxins.

Let’s jump into another edition of Health News Reviews! Today we will discuss gluten and brain fog, stomach autoimmunity, ketogenic diets and performance, probiotics and depression, probiotics and diabetes, sun exposure and gluten intolerance, and more…

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.
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In this episode of Dr. Ruscio Radio, the doc takes you through his process to find your ideal diet. There are so many diets to choose from and we’re bombarded day in and day out on the Internet and TV on what is good and what is bad. Dr. Ruscio simplifies it so you can find that ideal diet that’s waiting for you.

Dr. Ruscio is off this week teaching his London (re)Find Health Symposium. He didn’t want everyone who could not attend the seminar to miss out, so this week’s show is a recording of what he intends to present in London. Answering all your burning questions about the gut, thyroid and microbiota.

Yes, there are important differences between prebiotics and probiotics - and knowing them will help you heal your gut and overall health. In this episode, I cover the differences between the two, and great sources of prebiotics and probiotics in food and supplements. Watch now!

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➡️A Simple Probiotic Protocol to Improve IBS & Leaky Gut:

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➡️The Best Supplements for the Gut Microbiome:

https://youtu.be/z1ipDsS7TY8?si=c6F51q0vsSz25Kae

➡️What is the BEST Way to Take Probiotics?:

https://youtu.be/U7OSa1zh760?si=HkhuVUvQK4-Cl771

➡️These Probiotics Improve Leaky Gut by 82% (USE DAILY):

https://youtu.be/CEt0kdT5AOU?si=N7NxUBYn34mTFQWG

➡️What’s the Best Probiotic for IBS? | Gut Heath Q&A:

https://youtu.be/7quTmOpqJA4?si=1ROMQXxhnhf-5w0J

➡️Probiotics Improve Diarrhea, H. Pylori & IBS [New Science]:

https://youtu.be/FRXuB-cX-_g?si=doFpalk61k0q8GHV

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➡️Prebiotics, Gut Health, and Weight Loss: https://drruscio.com/prebiotics-gut-health-weight-loss/

➡️Benefits of Probiotics: https://drruscio.com/benefits-of-probiotics/

➡️How to Use Probiotics for Stomach Problems:https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-stomach/

➡️Probiotics for Depression, Dysbiosis, Bloating & Anxiety:https://drruscio.com/probiotic-research-updates-nov-2023/

➡️New Gut Health Research: Fiber, Prebiotics, and Butyrate:

https://drruscio.com/new-gut-health-research/

Featured Studies

📉Kimchi improves irritable bowel syndrome:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35721806/

📉Effects of kefir or milk supplementation on zonulin:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32171508/

📉Lacto-fermented sauerkraut improves symptoms in IBS patients independent of product pasteurisation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30256365/

📉Effects of a high-prebiotic diet versus probiotic supplements versus synbiotics on adult mental health: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36815026/

📉Mechanisms and effectiveness of prebiotics in modifying the gastrointestinal microbiota for the management of digestive disorders:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23680358/

📉Gut-microbiota-targeted diets modulate human immune status:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34256014/

📉Efficacy of probiotics, prebiotics and synbiotics in irritable bowel syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37772692/

📉Rifaximin with partially hydrolysed guar gum is more effective than rifaximin alone in eradicating SIBO: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20937045/

📉Probiotics and Prebiotics in Subclinical Hypothyroidism of Pregnancy with SIBO: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37032411/

📉Prebiotic Intake in Older Adults: Effects on Brain Function and Behavior:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30888666/

📉The Relationship between Prebiotic Supplementation and Anthropometric and Biochemical Parameters in Patients with NAFLD:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33187278/

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Fasting has health benefits for metabolic health, blood sugar, sleep, longevity, and your immune system, but it’s not always easy to know where to start. In this podcast, Mike Mutzel shares tips on how to create a personalized intermittent fasting plan, an optimal intermittent fasting schedule, and how exercise and fasting work together. https://drruscio.com/fasting-finding-the-right-protocol-for-you

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Jandra Mueller–pelvic health physical therapist at The Pelvic Health and Rehabilitation Center–is back on the podcast to discuss the surprising connections between pelvic floor health and gut health. This time, she weighs in on the three-step protocol I’ve developed to improve abdominal distension and how posture, breathwork, and emotions all tie into healing the gut and feeling better. Listen in to learn more. 

https://www.drruscio.com/abdominal-distention-dr-ruscio-new-protocol

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The latest round of research updates detail the most promising at-home therapeutics for GI conditions and autoimmunity. 

From gas and bloat to joint pain, recent research details the treatments that are both simple and efficacious. 

Join me to learn which treatments the science supports.

Featured Studies 

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36515897/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37125253/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32532214/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33029843/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36645681/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37115986/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37124046/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37122605/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34390471/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34516459/

• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36106847/

• https://www.scielo.br/j/ag/a/8vBj7hFHkHX5hw3SD8f9XJQ/?lang=en 

Related Resources

• Split Testing Episoe: 

• My articles: https://drruscio.com/blog/

• My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ 

• Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources

Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

02:11 SIBO positivity doesn’t correlate with symptom severity 

11:40 Natural therapies for IBS & SIBO

15:52 Probiotic protocol update 

17:47 SIBO & IBS treatments: Recap

18:32 Autoimmunity & fungal overgrowth updates

20:03 Is fungal overgrowth associated with more severe IBD?

20:43 Does antifungal treatment improve IBS symptoms? 

21:30 Do we need testing to use antimicrobials? 

23:07 Is leaky gut common in IBD patients? 

25:38 Can an elemental diet reduce dysbiosis? 

27:06 Recap

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With a coronavirus vaccine and effective antivirals still a ways out in the future, how can we practice coronavirus prevention and best support ourselves if we get sick? In today’s podcast, I talk with Dr. Paul Anderson, naturopathic physician, about natural supplements that may help with coronavirus prevention and treatment. https://drruscio.com/natural-supports-for-coronavirus-covid-19

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In this episode, Dr. Ruscio welcomes back Dr. Mike T. Nelson to discuss how exercise affects the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA axis), can contribute to adrenal dysregulation and solutions to help regulate the axis.

You may not have expected fish and pregnancy to go together. But it turns out that fish contain a critical fatty acid called DHA. DHA has been shown in numerous studies to lower women’s preterm birth risk, and supplementing with fish oil is an easy way to get enough DHA in your diet (algae is another option). How much is enough? And what about avoiding mercury? Dr. Kristina Harris Jackson, an expert in omega-3s and measuring DHA in blood, shares everything you need to know about safely optimizing your DHA level. https://drruscio.com/?p=39027

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Today on the podcast, Aaron Alexander and I go deep into the connections between physical mobility and emotional flexibility. Aaron’s approach to health combines the musculoskeletal with the psychospiritual, and he shares a number of insights into how everything is connected within our bodies and minds. This episode is also packed with simple strategies for improving mobility, function, and overall health.
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The ketogenic (or keto) diet emphasizes high fat, low carbohydrates, and medium protein intake. In some studies, the keto diet has been shown to benefit sufferers of epilepsy, insulin regulation, polycystic ovary syndrome, infertility, glioblastoma, and more. One common misconception is that you must be on the diet forever for it to be valuable. Beginners to the diet may want to start slow, replacing some of their carb intake with healthy fats. Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine have lessons to offer about the value of herbs, synergistic effects, and the overall body environment. On any diet, whether paleo, keto, Mediterranean, or another type, it’s important to emphasize high-quality whole foods. https://drruscio.com/?p=28843

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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/ 
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One theory of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is that it’s caused by bacteria in the colon moving up. A new study on one section of the small intestine, the jejunum, challenges that concept. The study—which used a new technique called polymerized chain reaction (PCR) to look at bacterial genomes—found that the jejunum has its own unique microbiota. Positive breath tests also did not correlate with bacterial overgrowth in the jejunum, but rather jejunal dysfunction. Dr. Richard McCallum, gastroenterologist and researcher on the study, explains more about these findings and what they might mean for SIBO treatment. We also discuss how proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), breath tests, diet, prokinetics, and hypochlorhydria fit into this picture. Join us for a very insightful conversation! https://drruscio.com/?p=32517

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We often think of nutrition as things like protein, carbs, and fats. However, movement is an important nutrient also. We need the right balance of movement nutrients (cardio, strength training, and stretching) to maintain optimum health.  Additionally, we are now learning that movement is required on a cellular level for healthy cell function. Today we speak with movement specialist, Katy Bowman, to elaborate.

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.

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Listen to our complete guide to the differences between ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease, including symptoms, causes, and testing and treatment options. Can SIBO or leaky gut contribute to IBD? Do elemental diets help? And did you know that the specific location of your abdominal pain can help to differentiate between Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis? Listen for answers to these and more questions.
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Organic acid testing is very popular in some functional medicine circles. I am open to it, but have had some reservations. Dr. Jeff Moss comes on the podcast today to discuss organic acid testing and provides some very important insights that satisfy my reservations and some key insights regarding how and when to use this test.

If your probiotics get warm, does that mean they’re less effective? This episode answers this question once and for all and reiterates why probiotics are one of the go-to therapies used in our clinic.

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We have recently discussed the array of benefits provided by sun exposure. Today, we speak with researched Dr. Marianne Berwick who authored one of my favorite papers detailing the health benefits of sun exposure. She also provides some simple guidelines for how much sun you should obtain. And we broach on some of the contentious issues regarding tanning beds. https://drruscio.com/sun-exposure-reduces-cancer-risk-dr-marianne-berwick/

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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.

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Renowned natural medicine doctor and author, Josh Axe, sits down with us to share his story of overcoming a debilitating injury by using mindset as medicine. From changing limiting beliefs to becoming the hero of your healing journey, Dr.Axe discusses key points from his new book, “Think This, Not That.” If you’re undergoing health challenges, this episode will help guide you towards healing. Listen now!

Check out Dr. Axe’s podcasts! 

Ancient Health Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVINYOg5zyBY691Htma-UtCo2nQNhjl3T

The Dr, Josh Axe Show: https://youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?si=4iar1l0zXlCQ2hzQ

Grab a copy of “Think This, Not That”: https://joshaxe.com/

Timestamps

00:00 Intro

02:46 His debilitating injury story

08:32 How he healed 

15:13 Being a hero vs. victim

22:40 Releasing unhealthy mindsets

32:08 Good gut health practices

39:22 Why mindset is important 

44:53 Overcoming limiting beliefs 

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➡️END Brain Fog Forever with These 8 Foods, Supplements, Diets:

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➡️Do THIS Every Morning for Better Brain Health:

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📉 A controlled trial of arthroscopic surgery for osteoarthritis of the knee:

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📉 Effects of open-label placebos in clinical trials:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33594150/

📉 Can words hurt? Patient-provider interactions during invasive procedures:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15733657/

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What is the best test for SIBO? Is it the lactulose or the glucose breath test? The answer may surprise you. Let’s dig into the details.

What do you do if nothing has worked to fix your gut?  One option is to get a new gut microbiota.  A fecal transplant is a technique wherein you can replace your gut bacteria with the gut bacteria of a healthy donor. Today we speak with a pioneer in fecal transplant therapy, Glenn Taylor of the Taymount clinic. 

Today we follow up on our recent conversation on helminth therapy, aka intestinal worms.  We speak with Garin Aglietti, who is a worm farmer and works first-hand in helping people rebalance their gut ecology with worms.  As weird as it sounds, intestinal worms used to be the norm and the current day absence of them may open the door for inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.

My new book is finally available: Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Click here to learn more: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/

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An unhealthy relationship with food can manifest as being overly fearful about eating certain foods.  This can be problematic for people who have been researching healthy diets because there are different healthy diets, all calling to remove different foods.  It’s important to understand how to eat healthy while also maintaining a healthy relationship with food. Let’s expand upon how to cultivate this healthy relationship. https://drruscio.com/?p=27368

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We all want to maintain the sharpest brain possible, especially as we age. And now, new research is showing that probiotics may be able to play a role in doing so. A new study published in the Journal of Alzheimer's disease looked at the relationship between probiotics, cognitive function, and brain atrophy. While I dive deep into the study’s outcomes, I also speak on why multi-strain probiotics are preferred and how else probiotics benefit gut, brain, immune, and liver health. Listen in to learn more about the power of probiotics.

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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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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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As usual, Dr. Ruscio stays on the cutting edge of functional medicine by digging into a new laboratory test just released for SIBO/IBS. He breaks down, in easy to understand terms, the main utility for this test and the type of patient that should get this test done.

We’ve discussed two studies that have shown that vitamin D supplementation can lower thyroid antibodies, but a recent study found that vitamin D did not lower antibodies.  What does this mean and how to we interpret these finding?  Let’s discuss.

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Questions are in from podcast listeners. Listen in to hear my responses to the following thyroid health questions: 

• How important is it to look at all the values in a complete thyroid panel and not only TSH?
• Is 4.5 too high for TSH?
• Would you be alarmed if the TSH number was the only number that was high, and no other negative symptoms were experienced?
• Would you recommend someone with subclinical hypothyroidism use meds?
• What if your TPO antibodies and the rest of your thyroid tests are normal, but your Thyroglobulin Antibodies are through the roof?
• If someone has SIBO and Hashimoto's but seems to tolerate gluten well, do they absolutely need to avoid gluten?
• How could improving my gut health improve my thyroid function?
• Can SIBO lower T3 and sex hormones?

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Does it seem like every food you eat causes you inflammation? Don’t worry, there’s plenty of anti-inflammatory options you can enjoy! In this episode, I’ll break down the top anti-inflammatory foods you can eat every day to help avoid chronic inflammation. Watch now! 

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📉The Omega-3 Index and relative risk for coronary heart disease mortality:

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📉The role of probiotic supplementation in inflammatory biomarkers in adults:

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Lab test results can seem solid and unquestionable. But what do the lab test ranges of “normal” or “abnormal” really indicate, and where do they come from? Are thyroid lab tests or gut tests indicating abnormal levels always something to be concerned about? Conversely, are all blood lead levels marked “normal” actually out of the danger zone? Dr. Tommy Wood shares his take on when and how to act, along with other health tips for fitness and longevity. https://drruscio.com/?p=36645

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Steve Wright from SCD Lifestyle joins Dr. Ruscio and Susan McCauley for this episode of Dr. Ruscio Radio to discuss cost effective lab testing. Is more lab testing better or should we be looking at how to get the most bang from our patient’s limited budgets? 

What is the best diet for SIBO? There is none, but there are a few key strategies to help you find the best diet for you and the needs of your gut.  Let’s discuss how you can quickly find the best diet for optimal gut and overall health. https://drruscio.com/best-diet-sibo/

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Challenging yourself in a workout is one thing, but when you ramp up training too much or too hard, it comes with negative side effects. I’ve felt these effects, as have clients of Dr. Mike T. Nelson. In this episode, Dr. Nelson shares how to spot these not-so-obvious signs, overcome them with supplements and adequate rest, and find what exercise intensity works best for you.

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We’re answering questions from our listeners. We cover topics like subclinical hypothyroidism, Candida, Blastocystis hominis, SIBO testing, functional medicine training and more. https://drruscio.com/?p=26725

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By failing to plan you are planning to fail – and this certainly holds true for healthy eating.  Today we speak with Allison Schaaf for tips and techniques on how to meal plan. 

Suspect you have lyme, babesia, or another vector disease? Looking for guidance on how to deal with symptoms and how to fix it? I talk to Dr. Amy Offutt all about the warning signs of vector-borne illness and the best methods for treatment. 

Timestamps: 

00:00 Intro

01:47 Tackling chronic vector infections

07:36 Fatigue

14:37 Sleep issues

18:14 Brain health & circulation

20:31 Joint & muscle pain

22: 49 Non-hormonal hot flashes

25:31 Coordination issues

28:05 Anemia

36:47 Vector disease susceptibility

51:14 Treatment and testing

1:08:35 Alternative therapies

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Combining her professional experience with clinical and functional medicine and personal experience with secondary progressive multiple sclerosis, Dr. Terry Wahls created the Wahls Protocol®. This protocol, which is a modified Paleo diet, personally helped Dr. Wahls go from surviving to thriving with multiple sclerosis. Learn more about how she designed the protocol, what foods are a part of the protocol, and what successful outcomes she’s seen from it on healthy aging and chronic health conditions.

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According to research, 37–61% of people may not need to be on thyroid medication. Listen in on the studies that show why medication isn't always the answer to support your thyroid and what can help instead.

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Ajay Tejasvi from Art of Living comes on the podcast today to discuss how powerful breathwork can be for our holistic health.  Not only does it improve our mood, it has also been scientifically proven to drop our cortisol  levels and help our mental health. Listen and gain insight into living your healthiest lifestyle. 

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Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

04:24 Ajay’s story

08:20 Our role in creating our best lives

13:26 The mind-body connection

16:34 What is SKY Breath Meditation?

19:20 Intentionally using our focus and attention

23:38 Benefits for stress, sleep & alertness

29:26 Key teachings of the technique

38:35 Solutions for fulfilled living

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Is folic acid really toxic for those with MTHFR gene polymorphisms? On today’s podcast, I take a balanced look at the research to help answer this question. I also share a case study about how one woman’s perimenopause symptoms were resolved with the help of conservative functional medicine, and a brief review research on modified citrus pectin as a heavy metal chelator.
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It can be challenging to navigate food intolerances, allergies, or sensitivities. But the process can be made easier by skipping the food allergy test kits and following an elimination diet. An elimination diet allows you to know if a food is truly harmful or if it can be reintroduced later when inflammation has calmed down. Listen in to learn how temporarily removing the most common inflammatory foods from your diet can help you identify food triggers and know what you can safely eat.

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13:34 Potential side effects 

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Let’s review an interesting study regarding the ability of black cumin, a medicinal spice, to improve hypothyroidism and thyroid autoimmunity.

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If you have hypothyroidism, your gut could play a role in your symptoms. Namely, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) may be present too. About 30% of people who have hypothyroidism have low stomach acid, according to high-quality research. Low stomach acid can increase your risk of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). The science also shows a direct link between SIBO and hypothyroidism. When trying to improve how you feel, consider healing your gut with probiotics and possibly supplemental hydrochloric acid. Learn more about what to do in this video. https://drruscio.com/?p=48747

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Meditation is proven to help improve physical and mental health. In today’s podcast, Josephine Atluri helps you understand how to use deep breathing, meditation, and mindfulness of the present moment to feel well, whether you’re new to meditation, or already experienced. https://drruscio.com/meditation-advanced-techniques

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Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is something to consider when you haven’t responded to anything else. Let’s discuss simple methods of treatment and assessment. Specifically a simple questionnaire and a small number of natural or over the counter medications may make a big difference in improving how you feel if you haven’t responded to other treatments you have tried. https://drruscio.com/mcas-symptoms-with-tania-dempsey/

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When overdone or done unnecessarily, functional health tests can impact patients financially and emotionally. Take Jane—a patient at our clinic who spent over $7,000 in total on treatment with a different doctor only to develop an eating disorder and experience worsening symptoms. In this episode, I break down evidence that explains why adrenal, glucose breath, micronutrient, gut dysbiosis, and food allergy tests didn’t help her case—and why they aren’t always necessary to do for treatment.

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What do you get when a functional medicine doctor creates a clean pre and post workout supplement line? Well, first you get a good story as to how shady supplement companies can be in trying to add in non-healthy fillers. Second, you get the line that Dr. Gustin has created. Add a few drinks and the funny guys from Mind Pump (Sal, Andrew, and Justin) to this interview and you’ve got one heck of a show! Enjoy!

On today’s podcast episode, I caught up with Dr. Kevin Wallace on the use of peptides for sleep, energy, performance, immune system function, and more. Dr. Wallace shares his insights from clinical experience with various peptides, and provides guidance on my own personal experimentation. . If you’re curious about peptides and how they work, I encourage you to listen to this episode to learn more.
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On today’s episode of the podcast, I’m taking you behind the scenes to talk about some of the exciting new things we’re doing at the clinic. We know that more tests, more supplements, more money, and more time spent in appointments don’t lead to better results. At ACFM, we’re actively doing and publishing research in order to document what does work, including upcoming research on triple probiotic therapy for SIBO.
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In the last several years, medical specialists have started using platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections to address both skin rejuvenation and hair loss for men and women. Hair loss can often be associated with loss of blood flow to the scalp. PRP, which is “spun up” from your own blood, is a relatively safe and natural way to stimulate hair growth or collagen production in the skin. Results vary, but with minimal side effects and relatively low cost, PRP treatment is worth investigating. https://drruscio.com/?p=27839

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