Increased diversity of the intestinal microbiota (world of bacteria) generally appears to be a good thing. Can we achieve increased diversity by administering agents that kill bacteria? Can antibiotics or antimicrobial herbs increase diversity? Let’s discuss an important but often overlooked concept. Dr. R's Fast Facts Resetting the Microbiota with Rifaximin as it Relates to SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) How Does Rifaximin Help Treat or Reset the Microbiota? By … [Read more...]
Hypothyroid and Menopause Success
Thyroid hormones and female hormones both influence one another. Today I speak with Jennie, a current patient, regarding how we improved her thyroid health and female hormones. We did so without breaking the bank and without resorting to a excessive diet or supplement program. Simple dietary changes, support for her hormones, and improving the health of her gut yielded great results. Her cravings improved, hot flashes went away, thyroid autoimmunity improved, and her energy increased. If … [Read more...]
Digestive solutions, overcoming SIBO, and other GI distress
Listen as one of my patients describes his success story in healing SIBO and other digestive issues. Through my hands on approach and Functional Medicine perspective, he was able to heal his gut, increase his focus and energy and live an overall more comfortable lifestyle. If you would like help understanding digestive solutions, click here. Digestive solutions, overcoming SIBO, and other GI distress I came to Dr. Ruscio at the end of 2013. And by the time I found him, I had already … [Read more...]
Important SIBO Updates that You’ll Want to Know
In a recent interview with Dr. Allison Siebecker, we discussed some great information regarding SIBO treatment. The two main topics of our conversation were the use of anti-biofilm agents and the issue of yeast overgrowth in conjunction with SIBO. If you need help resolving SIBO or dysbiosis, click here Important SIBO Updates that You’ll Want to Know In a recent interview with Dr. Allison Siebecker, we discussed some great information regarding small intestinal bacterial overgrowth … [Read more...]