Dr. Ruscio’s Weekly Wrap Up- #43
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In Case You Missed It
On Monday, we looked into a study that documented increased leptin correlated with thyroid antibodies in non-obese subjects. This finding is the first of it’s kind that I have seen and it emphasizes the importance of a healthy diet and metabolism for promoting thyroid health.
On Wednesday’s podcast release, we took another look at Fecal Microbiota Transplant (FMT) with Dr. Nathan Connelly.
Dr. Ruscio’s Weekly Tip
Are you struggling with managing your thyroid symptoms and weight gain? This week’s tip will help you to discover a few helpful diet tips that will help you effectively manage your leptin levels to support your thyroid and promote weight loss.
Latest Research
Nothing shocking here – in those with evidence of celiac, but not true celiac (sometimes called celiac lite), going gluten free improved symptoms.
GAD antibodies may increase cancer risk.
A beef and vegetable centered diet helps improve fatigue in children.
As much as 5% of those with autoimmune thyroid disease may have primary adrenal insufficiency.
Omega-3s may prevent mood and anxiety disorders according to a recent review.
N-acetyl cysteine might be an effective treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorders according to a recent systemic review.
Laugh a Little!
Healthy Foodie
Autoimmune Paleo: 3 Herb Beef Breakfast Patties
The Paleo Mom: Shrimp Pad Thai
Comfy Belly: Almond Flour Waffles
Balanced Bites: Banana Vanilla Bean N’Oatmeal
Happiness Homework
Go to a yoga class. Focus on deep breathing and not comparing yourself to others in the class.
Dr. Ruscio’s Quotable
Don’t ever let someone take away your happiness because it was never theirs to take.
Discussion
I care about answering your questions and sharing my knowledge with you. Leave a comment or connect with me on social media asking any health question you may have and I just might incorporate it into our next listener questions podcast episode just for you!