A study looks at the effects of feeding gluten to celiac-susceptible infants. While the results of the study are clear cut, taking action based on the results is not as clear. As always, Dr. Ruscio examines both sides of the story. If you need help with digestion, click here Should You Feed Your Infant Gluten? Celiac disease is a genetic, autoimmune disorder characterized by a severe … [Read more...]
Artificial Sweeteners and Depression
If you've ever had a bad day and reached for sweets, you’re not alone. Many of us might want something sweet but also don't want to ingest all the carbs or calories, so we reach for something artificially sweetened. Well, bad news: one study has found that artificial sweeteners may make your bad day worse. High use of artificial sweetener has been shown to increase your risk of depression. … [Read more...]
Is depression causing damage to your brain?
Depression could be more serious than previously thought. This is because a new study has shown some cases of depression may involve damage to the brain. This study showed that 54.1% of people with depression had autoimmunity against their brain tissue (serotonin receptors) while only 5.7% of non-depressed had autoimmunity against their brain tissue. Again,the damage occurs in the form of an … [Read more...]