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Fatty Liver Improves with Probiotics – High-Level Scientific Evidence

Dr. Ruscio 1 Comment Category: Gut Health, Videos

Fatty Liver Improves with Probiotics – High-Level Scientific Evidence

The gut and the liver may be more connected than you expect: probiotics can reduce liver enzymes from non-alcoholic fatty liver. A recent meta-analysis showed that two liver enzymes, ALT and AST, a byproduct of liver damage, were significantly reduced in test patients when taking lactobacillus-bifidobacterium blends of probiotics. Insulin resistance also improved. If you’re struggling with a liver … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gut Health, Videos Tagged With: ALT, AST, Fatty Liver, gut, Gut Health, Insulin Resistance, Lactobacillus Bifidobacterium, Liver, liver condition, liver damage, liver enzymes, non-alcoholic fatty liver, Probiotics, Scientific Evidence

Kaya Biotics – Organic Probiotics ‘Made in Germany‘

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Kaya Biotics – Organic Probiotics ‘Made in Germany‘

*Thank you to Kaya Biotics  for providing the article* Probiotic supplements have been popping up everywhere over the last few years. As scientists (and patients!) begin to understand the vast importance of gut health for our overall well-being in far greater detail, probiotics have been established as the go-to dietary supplement in order to shape (and improve) the balance of your gut … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gut Health Tagged With: dietary supplement, Germany, Gut Health, Kaya Biotics, microbiome, Organic, Probiotics

Are You Truly Hypothyroid?  Caution for Those Seeing a Functional Medicine Provider

Dr. Ruscio 12 Comments Category: Thyroid Disorders, Videos

Are You Truly Hypothyroid?  Caution for Those Seeing a Functional Medicine Provider

The field of functional medicine has become too liberal with labeling someone as ‘hypothyroid’.  This might sound appealing, “Yes, I finally have a diagnosis”.  However, the hidden danger is that taking unneeded thyroid medication can make your symptoms worse.  Let’s detail how to know if you are truly hypothyroid. Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC: Hey, this is Dr. Ruscio.  Let's discuss if you're … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Thyroid Disorders, Videos Tagged With: Functional Medicine, Gut Health, Hypothyroid, Low Thyroid, T4 Hormone, Tsh Levels

Keys For Brain Health and Cognitive Function with Ben Greenfield

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Keys For Brain Health and Cognitive Function with Ben Greenfield

There are many tools available for optimizing brain health and cognitive performance.  Let’s discuss key dietary, lifestyle and nutritional supplement strategies for optimum neural function. Episode Intro Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC: Hey, everyone. Welcome to Dr. Ruscio Radio. This is Dr. Ruscio. Today I’m here with my good friend and super fit—although right now, perhaps a little bit high on glue … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gut Health, Podcasts Tagged With: Ben Greenfield, Brain Health, cognitive function, Gut Health, Michael Ruscio

You CAN Overcome Brain Fog & Depression by Healing Your Gut – Harman Shares Her Story

Dr. Ruscio 6 Comments Category: Diet & Lifestyle, Gut Health, Patient Conversations

You CAN Overcome Brain Fog & Depression by Healing Your Gut – Harman Shares Her Story

Harman’s case is one that really pulls at your heart strings.  At only 24 years old, she came in to my office debilitated by brain fog, to the point she had to take medical leave from her job.  At our first visit she broke down with tears in her eyes in frustration and fear regarding her health.  While we had to personalize her treatment to avoid reactions, ultimately she was free of all her … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Diet & Lifestyle, Gut Health, Patient Conversations Tagged With: brain fog, Depression, Diet, Digestive System, Gut Health, Michael Ruscio

Reducing Dietary Fiber Intake Can Improve Constipation

Dr. Ruscio 7 Comments Category: Diet & Lifestyle, Videos

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...]

Filed Under: Diet & Lifestyle, Videos Tagged With: Constipation, Diet, fiber, Gut Health, Improve Gut Health

Solutions for Gas, Bloating and Loose Stools Using the Healthy Gut, Healthy You Protocol

Dr. Ruscio 17 Comments Category: Gut Health, Patient Conversations, Videos

Solutions for Gas, Bloating and Loose Stools Using the Healthy Gut, Healthy You Protocol

Today I speak with Travis who experienced improvement in his gas, bloating and loose stools from the Healthy Gut, Healthy You protocol. Travis also made a couple mistakes that are great learning experiences for those who are using the book protocol. Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC: Hey, everyone. This is Dr. Ruscio. I’m here today with Travis Baird, who’s had some pretty good results with the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gut Health, Patient Conversations, Videos Tagged With: Bacteria, Bloating, Diets, Digestive System, Fodmap, Gut Health, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Michael Ruscio

Testing & The Gut-Autoimmune Connection with Dr. David Brady

Dr. Ruscio 4 Comments Category: Autoimmunity, Gut Health, Podcasts

Testing & The Gut-Autoimmune Connection with Dr. David Brady

Your gut contains the highest density of immune cells in your entire body, so gut health is very import for those looking to prevent or treat autoimmune conditions. Today we discuss ways to test for imbalances in the gut that may contribute to autoimmunity, including leaky gut and bacterial imbalances. Episode Intro Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC: Hey, everyone. Welcome to Dr. Ruscio Radio. This is Dr. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Autoimmunity, Gut Health, Podcasts Tagged With: Autoimmune, Autoimmune Protocol, Autoimmunity, Diet Protocol, Good Gut Protocol, Gut Health

Healthy Gut, Healthy You Protocol Produces Results Where Numerous Diet Books and Functional Doctors Fail

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Healthy Gut, Healthy You Protocol Produces Results Where Numerous Diet Books and Functional Doctors Fail

Ryan had been suffering with digestive upset (gas, bloat, loose stools…), fatigue, anxiety and depression. He turned to numerous diet books, with no results. He even saw a functional medicine doctor who could not help him. Fortunately, Ryan is now symptom free and feeling great. How? The protocol from Healthy Gut, Healthy You! Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC: Hey everyone, this is Dr. Ruscio. Today, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gut Health, Patient Conversations, Videos Tagged With: Good Gut Protocol, Gut Health, Improve Gut Health, Patient, Patient Report, Treatment Protocols

Fasting and Gut Health, Finding Your Right Diet, Inflammation, and More with Melanie Avalon and Gin Stephens on the Intermittent Fasting Podcast

Dr. Ruscio 2 Comments Category: Diet & Lifestyle, Gut Health, Podcasts

Fasting and Gut Health, Finding Your Right Diet, Inflammation, and More with Melanie Avalon and Gin Stephens on the Intermittent Fasting Podcast

I was recently on the Intermittent Fasting Podcast hosted by Melanie Avalon, author of What When Wine Diet: Lose Weight And Feel Great with Paleo-Style Meals, Intermittent Fasting, And Wine and Gin Stephens, author of Delay, Don't Deny: Living An Intermittent Fasting Lifestyle. We discussed how to fix your gut, find your right diet, SIBO, IBS, low-FODMAPs, gluten, inflammation, gut microbiome, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Diet & Lifestyle, Gut Health, Podcasts Tagged With: Diets, Food Craving, Gut Health, Intermittent Fasting, Low Fodmap Diet, Probiotics

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