In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed how to know if you are you truly hypothyroid. On Wednesday's podcast release, we spoke with Ari Whitten and discussed how to get results with red light therapy. Get help using this information to become healthier. Get your personalized plan for optimizing your gut health with my new book. Healthcare providers looking to sharpen their … [Read more...]
Reducing Dietary Fiber Intake Can Improve Constipation
Dietary fiber can either help or harm your gut. A recent study found that reducing dietary fiber actually improved constipation, which is a somewhat surprising finding. Let’s discuss this study, what it means and how you can determine your ideal dietary fiber intake. Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC: Hey, this is Dr. Ruscio. Let’s talk about dietary fiber. Now, if you’ve been keeping your ear to the … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #121
Get help using this information to become healthier. Get my free gut health eBook. Healthcare providers looking to sharpen their clinical skills, check out the Future of Functional Medicine Review Clinical Newsletter. In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed whether or not coffee cross-reacts as gluten. On Wednesday's podcast release, we spoke with Jennifer Fugo and discussed … [Read more...]
Constipation — Beyond the Basics with Gastroenterologist Dr. Leonard Weinstock
Today Dr. Leonard Weinstock is back to discuss all things constipation. We go way beyond magnesium, fiber, and vitamin C. This episode digs into what you can do for constipation if some of the basics fail, from the perspective of a practicing holistic MD gastroenterologist. Dr. R's Fast Facts A patient must have experienced at least 2 of the following symptoms over the preceding 3 … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #108
Get help using this information to become healthier. Get a free gut health eBook and be notified when my print book becomes available Healthcare providers looking to sharpen their clinical skills, check out the Future of Functional Medicine Review Clinical Newsletter. In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed the power of the gut. On Wednesday's podcast release, we spoke with Dr. … [Read more...]
Treating Constipation with Biofeedback Therapy
A look at the different types of constipation and how to approach them based on root cause. Biofeedback therapy is a promising and successful approach to clearing up symptoms of chronic constipation caused by pelvic floor dysfunction and lack of proper rectal muscle coordination. Get help with treating constipation. Get a free gut health eBook and be notified when my print book becomes … [Read more...]
Constipation: What to Do When Nothing Else Works with Dr. Satish Rao
What should you do when you’ve done everything for your constipation but nothing has worked? First, we have to better understand what type of constipation you have, then select from the advanced therapies for your constipation type. These therapies go beyond fiber, probiotics, magnesium, and herbal laxatives. Today I speak with clinician and researcher Dr. Satish Rao to help you understand how to … [Read more...]