In Case You Missed It On Monday, we answered some listener questions on the misdiagnosis of hypothyroidism + probiotics for SIBO. On Wednesday's podcast release, we spoke with Dr. Ilana Gurevich and discussed parasites and your gut issues. Get help using this information to become healthier. Get your personalized plan for optimizing your gut health with my new book. Healthcare … [Read more...]
Listener Questions – Misdiagnosis of Hypothyroidism Is Rampant, Thyroid Hormone Absorption, Probiotics For SIBO
Today we will cover listener questions, including… Nigella Sativa for Hashimoto’s Can inflammation interfere with synthetic hormone absorption Can eliminating reactive foods cause withdrawal symptoms Alkalized water Is there a correlation between diet and predominant microbes Probiotics for SIBO Episode Intro Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC: Hey everyone, welcome to Dr. Ruscio … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #186
In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed a study that shows how fatty liver improves with probiotics. On Wednesday's podcast release, we spoke with Dr. Leonard Weinstock and debated if you should test for SIBO. 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...]
Debate: Should You Test For SIBO with Gastroenterologist Leonard Weinstock
Some debates about small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) can take information out of context. A nuanced examination of relapse rates after Rifaximin, or breath test intervals, may spur a conclusion that SIBO treatments and tests just don’t work. Research disagrees over the extent to which antibiotics, herbal antimicrobials, probiotics, the low FODMAP diet, and other treatments impact SIBO. … [Read more...]
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...]
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...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #179
In Case You Missed It On Monday, we spoke with Ben Pakulski and discussed how to build muscle. On Wednesday's podcast release, we answered some listener questions about Candida Krusei, treating Blasto, stress & thyroid antibodies, laxatives & the SIBO Breath Test, and more. Get help using this information to become healthier. Get your personalized plan for optimizing your gut … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #178
In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed if food allergy testing can help with Hashimoto’s hypothyroid. On Wednesday's podcast release, we spoke with Dr. Joe Mercola and discussed how to avoid the invisible damage from EMF exposure. Get help using this information to become healthier. Get your personalized plan for optimizing your gut health with my new book. Healthcare … [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...]
A Different Type of Gene Testing Which Might Outperform Current Testing with Dr. Joe Veltmann
I have not been impressed with the data supporting gene testing, so I was curious to speak with a specialist in this area to air my concerns. I must admit that Dr. Joe Veltmann piqued my curiosity with his approach. He makes an interesting critique that much of today’s gene testing is more entertainment than it is informational. Fortunately, he does offer a testing option for those who want to … [Read more...]