Dr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare
Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC
Clinician, researcher, and gut-geek Dr. Michael Ruscio DC covers the ever-changing world of functional health science. From debunking trends to research deep dives to practical takeaways, Dr. Ruscio DC Radio is health science made digestible.
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These [podcasts] are educational and informational only and are not medical, chiropractic, psychological, or other professional advice of any kind. They do not create or constitute any professional relationship between us and you. Always consult your licensed healthcare providers and never disregard or delay obtaining medical advice based on information in our [podcast]. Please review our full terms of use and disclaimers posted on our Website at https://drruscio.com/privacy-policy.
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Nov 2, 2020 • 13min
The Often Overlooked Gut-Thyroid Connection
Did you know that gut health problems can be a huge contributor to thyroid symptoms? Though it’s often overlooked or misunderstood, there is a strong gut-thyroid connection. In this video, I discuss several research studies that demonstrate the gut-thyroid connection, and share how you can improve your thyroid function by focusing on your gut health. https://drruscio.com/the-often-overlooked-gut-thyroid-connection My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
Oct 28, 2020 • 1h 4min
Answers on SIBO Testing, Worms, Imodium, Elemental Diet
Your questions about what to do after SIBO clears but symptoms persist, intestinal worms, is Elemental Heal dairy-free, how probiotics work in the gut and more … https://drruscio.com/answers-on-sibo-testing-worms-imodium-elemental-diet My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
Oct 26, 2020 • 7min
Healthy Food Paradoxes
Did you know that healthy foods may harm you? Despite common advice, dietary fiber for constipation isn’t always the right thing, and if you have histamine intolerance, high histamine foods may increase your digestive symptoms. In today’s video, I discuss why perfectly healthy foods sometimes aren’t right for an individual, and how you should look at elimination diets. https://drruscio.com/healthy-foods-may-harm-you My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
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Oct 21, 2020 • 1h 12min
How to Interpret the GI-Map Stool Test
Dr. Tom Fabian, an expert from Diagnostic Solutions Lab, dives deep into the intricacies of the GI MAP stool test. He explains how to interpret this test properly to avoid over-treatment while emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to gut health. Key discussions include the role of specific bacteria like H. pylori, the implications of methanobrevibacter in digestion, and the interaction between SIBO and viral pathogens. Dr. Fabian underscores the need for nuanced lab interpretations to guide effective treatment.
Oct 14, 2020 • 53min
An Overlooked Cause of Distention, Bloating & Gut Pain
Lack of deep breathing can contribute to distention, bloating, gut pain, and other GI symptoms. In this podcast, UCSF Professor and researcher Erik Peper explains the profound power of deep breathing and biofeedback, how shallow breathing increases the stress response, and how to improve your gut health through good breathing technique. https://drruscio.com/an-overlooked-cause-of-distention-bloating My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
Oct 12, 2020 • 7min
High TSH Levels: What Should You Do?
If you have high TSH levels, what should you do? Many functional providers mistakenly misdiagnose patients as hypothyroid unnecessarily. In today’s video, learn the truth about elevated TSH levels, and how to tell if you need thyroid medication or not. https://drruscio.com/high-tsh-levels-what-should-you-do My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
Oct 7, 2020 • 43min
Listener Questions on FMT for C. diff, Coughing After Eating
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 My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
Oct 5, 2020 • 25min
Chronic Brain Fog, Joint Pain and Fatigue Resolved by Probiotics & Elemental Diet, Adrian’s Story
Adrian had constant brain fog, joint pain, and fatigue. He used the recommendations in Healthy Gut, Healthy You to restore his gut health. Learn more about how Adrian used probiotics, the elemental diet, and targeted dietary changes to feel better. https://drruscio.com/chronic-brain-fog-joint-pain-and-fatigue-resolved My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
Sep 30, 2020 • 37min
Overuse of Herbal Antimicrobials for SIBO And Probiotics are Similar-to-Better-Than Rifaximin for IBS
Overuse of herbal antimicrobials in a quest to get SIBO breath test results to normalize can cause bad effects for patients. I share a case study illustrating how this practice led the patient to develop C. difficile infection. I also share the results of two studies comparing probiotics to the antibiotic Rifaximin for IBS and SIBO that suggest probiotics are similarly effective. https://drruscio.com/overuse-of-herbal-antimicrobials-probiotics My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
Sep 28, 2020 • 42min
Questioning Incorrect Hypothyroid Diagnosis & Do Probiotics Cause Brain Fog?
Today’s podcast reviews a Future of Functional Medicine Review issue, a case study of a woman who was inappropriately diagnosed as hypothyroid. I also review study comparing probiotics to rifaximin for treatment of constipation and IBS, and a study that erroneously linked probiotics with brain fog. https://drruscio.com/questioning-incorrect-hypothyroid-diagnosis My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
