A handful of studies looking at the effects of probiotics may be taken out of context. One study on Align probiotic (a Bifidobacterium infantis strain) showed that a few healthy people who took it for several weeks tested positive for methane on a SIBO lactulose breath test. No significant change in symptoms was noted, most likely indicating only that the probiotics had built up transiently in … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #176
In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed how you can overcome a foggy brain & depression by healing your gut. On Wednesday's podcast release, we spoke with Ben Greenfield and discussed keys for brain health and cognitive function. Get help using this information to become healthier. Get your personalized plan for optimizing your gut health with my new book. Healthcare … [Read more...]
Taking Probiotics with Antibiotics or Anti-microbial Herbs
Should you take probiotics while being treated with antibiotics or antimicrobial herbs? Or should you take probiotics after treatment to “reseed” or “repopulate” the gut? Let’s dispel a few common misconceptions around these two questions. Dr. R's Fast Facts Should you take probiotics along with antibiotics? Co-administration of probiotics along with antibiotics or antimicrobial herbs … [Read more...]
Probiotics Improve Gas and Constipation by Decreasing Bad Bacteria in the Gut
A recent study has shown that probiotics can help reduce gas and improve constipation by decreasing levels of certain bacteria in the gut. These bacteria include the organism responsible for methane SIBO (technically not a bacteria, it’s an archaea). Was this a ‘special’ probiotic? Not really. Let’s discuss the details. Dr. R's Fast Facts Probiotics can reduce flatulence and improve … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #66
If you need help using this information to become healthier, click here In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed thyroid autoimmunity and h. pylori. On Wednesday's podcast release, we talked with Dr. Allison Siebecker and discussed all things SIBO. Dr. Ruscio's Weekly Tip In this week's tip, we discussed some great information regarding SIBO treatment. Latest … [Read more...]
Can probiotics reduce your risk for heart disease?
We know that probiotics are beneficial for gut health and immune support, but what about heart disease? We break down two comprehensive studies that show the benefits of probiotic supplementation on risk factor reduction for cardiovascular disease. If you need help with cardiovascular health, click here Can probiotics reduce your risk for heart disease? We know that probiotics are … [Read more...]
Probiotics Prevent Heart Disease
Two systematic reviews with meta-analyses, summarizing 48 clinical trials, have shown that probiotics improve markers associated with heart disease. Let’s discuss the details, examine why probiotics can protect your heart and what type of probiotics to use. If you would like help understanding probiotics, click here. Probiotics Prevent Heart Disease Hi, this is Dr. Ruscio. And let’s … [Read more...]
Can taking probiotics help reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease?
Can taking probiotics help reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease? A recent study showed that supplementation of Saccharomyces boulardii significantly reduced predictive risk markers for heart disease. If you need help supporting your cardiovascular health, click here Can taking probiotics help reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease? In Monday’s video, we discussed the data … [Read more...]