Red meat is often vilified as being unhealthy, artery clogging, cancer promoting, etc.… However, a recent meta-analysis has found that it might be unhealthy behaviors that accompany red meat consumption that are responsible and not the red meat itself. Let’s discuss. Dr. R's Fast Facts Health risk factors associated with meat, fruit and vegetable consumption in cohort studies: A comprehensive … [Read more...]
Can Organic Acid Testing Tell You How Healthy You Are?
In this week’s podcast, I spoke with Dr. Jeff Moss about how organic acid testing can be used to diagnose and treat chronic conditions. I’ve been wary of organic acid testing, because many use it with a narrow focus, which can lead to unnecessary treatments or even worsening of a condition. However, Dr. Moss addressed my concerns and we talked about how he uses this testing as a comprehensive … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #106
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 spoke with David, who was suffering from progressively increasing blood sugar. On … [Read more...]
Does Gluten Consumption in Infants Increase Risk of Celiac?
Does feeding your infant gluten increase their risk of developing celiac if they have a genetic predisposition toward celiac? Let’s discuss. If you need help with a predisposition toward celiac, click here. Does Gluten Consumption in Infants Increase Risk of Celiac? Dr. Michael Ruscio: Does feeding your infant gluten increase their risk of developing celiac disease? Hi, this is Dr. … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #92
If you need help using this information to become healthier, click here In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed how vitamin D improves thyroid autoimmunity. On Wednesday's podcast release, we spoke with Glenn Taylor and discussed getting a new gut microbiota via fecal transplant. Dr. Ruscio's Weekly Tip In this week's tip, we discussed everything you need to know about … [Read more...]
Will You Join Us for the Ultimate Paleo Event of the Year?
Come join us for the “Spring Break of Paleo!” Paleo f(x)™ is the world’s premier holistic wellness event, covering health, nutrition, fitness, sustainability, self-development, & everything in between. It takes place in Austin, TX, from May 19-21, 2017, with thousands of attendees from around the world. There is literally something for everyone at Paleo f(x), from academic seminars to cooking … [Read more...]
Do Gluten-Free Diets Increase Mercury, Lead, and Arsenic?
Do Gluten-Free Diets Increase Mercury, Lead, and Arsenic? A recent study says yes. However, there are some very important caveats that will be reassuring to gluten-free dieters. Let’s discuss the details. If you need help with gluten-free diets, click here. Do Gluten-Free Diets Increase Mercury, Lead, and Arsenic? Dr. Michael Ruscio: Heavy metal toxicity, an unintended consequence of the … [Read more...]
Practical Tips for Healthy, Stress-Free Eating
We’re often told by doctors and the media that if we want to get healthy and lose weight, we must eat less and move more. This is easily said, but often difficult to do. Why is it that moderating our food intake and getting more physical activity is so difficult? If you need help with customizing a healthy diet, click here Practical Tips for Healthy, Stress-Free Eating We’re often told … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #88
If you need help using this information to become healthier, click here In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed non-celiac gluten sensitivity. On Wednesday's podcast release, we discussed carbs, IBS, metabolism, and thyroid. Dr. Ruscio's Weekly Tip In this week's tip, we discussed if you should go low carb if you have IBS. Latest Research The Atkins diet helps with … [Read more...]
How to Move Your Way to Better Health
Movement and eating are age-old experiences for humans. Only recently are we beginning to study them through a scientific lens. We’re finding that certain types of movement, just like nutrition, are critical for overall health and functioning of your body. If you need help with musculoskeletal problems, click here How to Move Your Way to Better Health Movement and eating are age-old … [Read more...]