How Paige, a Firefighter, Got Her Energy Back Paige had always been full of energy, and it was perfect for her firefighter career. Then she noticed more fatigue and lack of sharpness. Luckily, her department happened to be doing a health program that revealed Paige’s hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s. But thyroid medication didn’t seem to be helping, and she was already on the paleo diet. What more … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #219
In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed overcoming chronic acid reflux & IBS. On Wednesday, we spoke with Dr. Srini Pillay and discussed how to problem solve for a better life. 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, … [Read more...]
From Diarrhea and Amenorrhea to Symptom-Free and Pregnant in Just Over 6 Months
A Gut Health Case Study Treating SIBO, Support of Female Hormones Also Healed Low T3 In many cases, thyroid symptoms are the “smoke” and the “fire” is in the gut. In today’s episode, you’ll hear a case study of a patient who had low T3 along with digestive and hormonal symptoms like diarrhea, gas, rashes, and missing periods. After she received natural treatment for her gut health and hormonal … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #217
In Case You Missed It On Monday, we spoke with Heidi Turner and discussed natural therapies for histamine intolerance & mast cell activation. On Wednesday,we discussed healing after an incorrect diagnosis of hypothyroidism. Get help using this information to become healthier. Get your personalized plan for optimizing your gut health with my new book. Healthcare providers … [Read more...]
Even ‘Famous’ Thyroid Doctors are Getting this Wrong!
Healing After An Incorrect Diagnosis of Hypothyroidism: Why It’s Important to Start with the Gut A patient came to my office with a diagnosis of hypothyroidism by a “famous thyroid doctor” who had written books on the subject. When I checked her lab results, even by a conservative measure, they could not be considered hypothyroid. Yet the patient was put on medication, making her more ill. In … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #215
In Case You Missed It On Monday, we spoke with Dr. Robert Abbott & Dr. Joe Mather discussed the over-diagnosis of hypothyroidism. On Wednesday, we discussed clinical insights on how to treat thyroid issues effectively. 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 … [Read more...]
The Over-Diagnosis of Hypothyroidism
Evidence-Based Functional Medicine Case Studies from Dr. Robert Abbott & Dr. Joe Mather In a study of 291 patients in Greece, researchers found that around 60% were incorrectly diagnosed as hypothyroid. While true hypothyroidism does exist, it’s a diagnosis that clinicians need to take a closer look at. Many clinicians are prescribing thyroid hormone when it’s not necessary, or when a … [Read more...]
Clinical Insights on How to Treat Thyroid Issues Effectively
Enhance Your Functional Medicine Practice with the Future of Functional Medicine Review A case study that appeared in the June 2019 issue of the Future of Functional Medicine Review Clinical Newsletter showcases the strong link between the thyroid and the gut. It’s critical that clinicians recognize this link to treat thyroid issues effectively, and review data on the true likelihood of various … [Read more...]
Healthy Gut Healthy You a Valuable Gut Guide for Doctors
How Dr. Navaz Habib Uses the Book Clinically to Resolve Tough Cases Even doctors can appreciate having a comprehensive gut health guide at hand. Dr. Navaz Habib finds Healthy Gut, Healthy You an indispensable go-to resource in his practice. The book’s case studies provide him with valuable reference points to manage challenging patient cases, and powerful, systematic tips on often overlooked … [Read more...]
Long-Term Study Links Pesticide Exposure to Hypothyroidism
Eating Organic May Reduce Your Risk A large, 20-year study of farmers shows associations between exposure to certain pesticides and herbicides and an increased risk of hypothyroidism. Many of these chemicals are still in use. Note that the study measured occupational use, or very high exposure. Another study which measured pesticide levels in the blood—after participants ate organic versus … [Read more...]
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