Why there’s confusion and what to consider Some articles circulate online claiming that low-carb or ketogenic diets starve your gut bacteria and are thus unhealthy. But these diets are not bad for your gut health. The claims are misleading: while they may starve some bacterial populations, they may promote the growth of others. These diets may not work for everyone. If you feel fatigued or … [Read more...]
Testing To Predict Response To A Low FODMAP Diet
The GA-map test looks for signs of gut dysbiosis (or imbalance of your gut microbiome). This test is closest, clinically, to mapping the gut microbiota. European researchers sequenced the gut bacteria from healthy individuals and bacterial profiles from individuals with IBS and IBD. Then they compared the two, identifying bacterial “targets” that varied between healthy and IBS/IBD populations. If … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #177
In Case You Missed It On Monday, we we spoke with Mike Mathews and discussed keys to avoid buying junk supplements. On Wednesday, we spoke with Dr. Eric Westman and Dr. Mike Nelson and discussed carbs versus keto debate. 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...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #174
In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed solutions for gas, bloating and loose stools using the Healthy Gut, Healthy You protocol. On Wednesday, we spoke with Dr. Rangan Chatterjee and discussed how to make disease disappear. 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...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #171
In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed how the Healthy Gut, Healthy You protocol produces results where numerous diet books and functional doctors fail. On Wednesday, we spoke with Dr. Nirala Jacobi and discussed treating SIBO with a high FODMAP diet & higher carb intake – how Hydrogen Sulfide SIBO breaks the rules. Get help using this information to become healthier. Get … [Read more...]
Could Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) Be the Cause of Your Non-Responsive Symptoms? Simplified Assessment and Treatment Recommendations with Dr. Tania Dempsey.
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is something to consider when you haven’t responded to anything else. Let’s discuss simple methods of treatment and assessment. Specifically a simple questionnaire and a small number of natural or over the counter medications may make a big difference in improving how you feel if you haven’t responded to other treatments you have tried. Episode Intro Dr. … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #161
In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed the best diet to improve your gut health. On Wednesday's podcast release, we spoke with Dr. Jill Carnahan and discussed histamine intolerance & Mast Cell Activation Syndrome. Get help using this information to become healthier. Get your personalized plan for optimizing your gut health with my new book. Healthcare providers looking … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #155
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 spoke with Shivan Sarna and Dr. Allison Siebecker and had an evidence based response and … [Read more...]
Not Improved After Clearing SIBO, What You Can Do – A Patient Conversation
What do you do if you have cleared SIBO but still have symptoms? Sometimes, all that is needed is a subtle push to help your gut fully heal. Today we will speak with Catherine, who, after clearing symptoms with another doctor, was still suffering from the following symptoms: Loose stools Eczema Insomnia Gets cold easily and fingers turn white and numb Brain fog … [Read more...]
Tips for Recurring SIBO
Today I answer a listener question regarding what causes recurring SIBO and tips for if this is you. The good news here is if you understand some key fundamentals you can overcome recurring SIBO and digestive symptoms. Dr. R's Fast Facts Identify if This is Actually SIBO A flare of digestive symptoms does not mean that you have SIBO. A flare of digestive symptoms doesn’t necessarily … [Read more...]