How To Protect Your Gut, with Kiran Krishnan Is Roundup—a popular herbicide that contains glyphosate—safe to have in your food? Probably not. In this episode, we go in depth on what the evidence shows, with returning guest and research microbiologist Kiran Krishnan. The good news is, there are simple steps you can take to build resilience in your health, even if you can’t avoid consuming it … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #200
In Case You Missed It On Monday, we spoke with Dr. Mieke Thomeer and discussed living longer with healthy relationships. On Wednesday's podcast release, we spoke with Dr. William Irvine and discussed how to become happier and more appreciative. Get help using this information to become healthier. Get your personalized plan for optimizing your gut health with my new book. … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #175
In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed how reducing dietary fiber intake can improve constipation. On Wednesday's podcast release, we spoke with Dr. Joe Veltmann and discussed a different type of gene testing which might outperform current testing. Get help using this information to become healthier. Get your personalized plan for optimizing your gut health with my new book. … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #153
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 squatting with the guys from Mind Pump. On Wednesday's podcast release, we … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #107
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 discussed prebiotics, gut health, and weight loss. On Wednesday's podcast … [Read more...]
Prebiotics, Gut Health, and Weight Loss
Prebiotics are compounds that feed your gut bacteria. When consuming prebiotics, our gut bacteria produce short chain fatty acids. These short chain fatty acids can help repair leaky gut, and many have claimed they may aid in weight loss. However, in biology things aren’t usually this simple. Let’s discuss how prebiotics can actually decrease short chain fatty acids in those who are overweight and … [Read more...]
Do You Really Want a Hunter-Gatherer Microbiota?
In a recent article I wrote for a peer-reviewed journal, I critically examined prevailing health advice on adopting the diet and lifestyle of hunter-gatherer tribes to improve digestive health, immune function, and biome diversity. If you need help with your biome, click here. Do You Really Want a Hunter-Gatherer Microbiota? Dr. Michael Ruscio: The ancestral diet and health movement has … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #68
If you need help using this information to become healthier, click here In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed what is the best test for SIFO. On Wednesday's podcast release, we talked with Dr. Satish Rao and discussed Small Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth. Dr. Ruscio's Weekly Tip In this week's tip, we discussed everything you need to know about SIFO. Latest Research A … [Read more...]
Is Feeding Your Microbiota a Bad Idea?
The microbiota is a huge topic of research right now, and it’s pretty exciting. However, there’s a lot of communication out there stating that in order to get healthy, you have to feed your microbiome. While that makes sense and it’s true for some people, this theory may not always be the best solution. Find out if it’s right for you. If you need help with a gut-healing diet, click here Is … [Read more...]
Easy Tips to Feed Your Microbiome
In this article, we discuss easy, practical steps you can take to feed, nourish, and re-balance your microbiome for optimal health and vitality. If you need help supporting your microbiome, click here Easy Tips to Feed Your Microbiome In Monday’s video we discussed the microbiota miracle and the importance of establishing a healthy ecosystem. So often we’re looking for a magic pill, or in … [Read more...]