Much of the immune system and the process of inflammation takes place in the gut. Listen as I join Dr. Taz to explain SIBO, FODMAPs, and how to improve your health by aiding your gut. 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 clinical skills, check out the Future of Functional Medicine Review Clinical Newsletter. *Thank you to Dr. Taz for … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #149
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 clinical skills, check out the Future of Functional Medicine Review Clinical Newsletter. In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed a quality study that found that dieting can lead to eating disorders in children. On Wednesday's podcast release, we answered some listener questions on: arthritis, trustworthy … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #148
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 clinical skills, check out the Future of Functional Medicine Review Clinical Newsletter. In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed tips for recurring SIBO. On Wednesday's podcast release, we spoke with Cavin Balaster and discussed how to feed your brian. Latest Research Single fecal microbiota … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #147
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 clinical skills, check out the Future of Functional Medicine Review Clinical Newsletter. In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed celiac disease & gluten intolerance. On Wednesday's podcast release, we spoke with world authority Dr. Michael Holick and discussed guidelines for sun exposure and vitamin D … [Read more...]
Celiac Disease & Gluten Intolerance Increase the Risk of SIBO
A systematic review (high level scientific evidence) recently found those with celiac may be at increased risk for SIBO. This SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) might be the reason why some people don’t feel better after a gluten free diet. Fortunately there are some simple steps you can take to feel better if this is you. Dr. R's Fast Facts Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth and celiac disease: A systematic review with pooled-data analysis The pooled mean prevalence of SIBO … [Read more...]
Is SIBO a Real Condition?
SIBO stands for Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth and essentially means someone has too much bacteria in their small intestine. This may cause the symptoms associated with IBS (such as abdominal pain, diarrhea and/or constipation and bloating), food sensitivities, and even things like skin breakouts, fatigue and depression. SIBO can be tested via a simple breath test. Recently this concept has been criticized and some have suggested that SIBO is not a real condition. In light of this I … [Read more...]
What is the Best Diet for SIBO
What is the best diet for SIBO? There is none, but there are a few key strategies to help you find the best diet for you and the needs of your gut. Let’s discuss how you can quickly find the best diet for optimal gut and overall health. Dr. R's Fast Facts The best diet for someone with SIBO is the diet on which they are feeling the best! A diet that allows you to have and maintain a healthy environment in your gut (will be different from person to person) First you want to find a … [Read more...]
Health News, Updates On: Depression, Gluten & Heart Disease, Thyroid & Weight, Probiotics & IBS, and more…
Today we cover important health news, including updates on: Natural treatment for depression Gluten consumption and heart disease Thyroid levels and body weight “Leaky mouth” and depression The low FODMAP diet and your immune system Vitamin D and autism Probiotics and IBS Vitamin D and heart disease Dr. R's Fast Facts Impact of Thyroid Disease on Testicular Function A considerable part of infertile patients may harbor overt or subclinical thyroid disease … [Read more...]
Resetting the Microbiota of the Small Intestine
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...]
SIBO Tips; Low FODMAP Diet and Not Responding to SIBO Treatments – Audience Questions.
Let’s discuss two audience questions regarding SIBO tips. Specifically, if a low FODMAP can diagnose SIBO and what to do when you are not responding to SIBO treatments. Dr. R's Fast Facts Audience Question 1: If a low-FODMAP diet could be used somewhat diagnostically for SIBO, for example, they complain of bloating when eating certain foods and they go on a low fodmap diet and all of their symptoms resolve, is there anything else that could mean? I understand you would want to know if it … [Read more...]
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