I wanted to share with you today an interview that was performed between Shivan Sarna, Dr. Allison Siebecker, and myself regarding the article I wrote a few weeks ago entitled “Is Sibo a Real Condition?” This was my response to a number criticisms of SIBO as a condition and whether or not there is efficacy regarding SIBO testing, SIBO treatment and whether or not SIBO is a real condition or is … [Read more...]
Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #134
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 audience questions regarding the low FODMAP diet and not responding to SIBO … [Read more...]
SIBO Tips; Low FODMAP Diet and Not Responding to SIBO Treatments – Audience Questions.
Let’s discuss two audience questions regarding SIBO tips. Specifically, if a low FODMAP can diagnose SIBO and what to do when you are not responding to SIBO treatments. Dr. R's Fast Facts Audience Question 1: If a low-FODMAP diet could be used somewhat diagnostically for SIBO, for example, they complain of bloating when eating certain foods and they go on a low fodmap diet and all of their … [Read more...]
SIBO and Thyroid Q&A with Nathan Rose
I recently spoke at the International Congress on Natural Medicine in Hunter Valley, Australia. There were lots of questions from the audience on gut and thyroid, which I did not have time to answer. Today, I answer these questions with Nathan Rose, an organizer from the conference. I think you will enjoy these questions, which get to the bottom line regarding what to do for improving gut and … [Read more...]
Health News Review – Updates Regarding SIBO, Vitamin D, Thyroid Autoimmunity, Probiotics, Gluten-Free Diets, Ulcerative Colitis, Autoimmunity, Heart Disease, and Leaky Gut
Today I would like to try something a little different. This podcast will contain a brief summary of the most important research that has been published over the last few weeks. We will cover some important updates regarding SIBO, vitamin D, thyroid autoimmunity, probiotics, gluten-free diets, ulcerative colitis, autoimmunity, heart disease, and leaky gut. Dr. R's Fast Facts Today we will … [Read more...]
SIBO, LDN, and Non-Digestive Symptoms
Could your non-digestive symptoms be caused by an underlying gut infection? SIBO has become a popular topic of discussion over the past couple of years. We’re realizing that the majority of IBS cases have SIBO as the underlying cause. While we typically address the digestive symptoms of SIBO, there are also non-digestive issues, such as restless leg syndrome, pelvic pain syndrome, and rosacea that … [Read more...]
LDN, Autoimmunity, and How SIBO Causes Symptoms Outside of the Gut with Dr. Leonard Weinstock
Today we speak with researcher and gastroenterologist Dr. Leonard Weinstock. We cover how SIBO can be the underlying cause of non-digestive issues like skin conditions, pain, and others. We also cover his research and recommendations regarding low dose naltrexone for autoimmune conditions. Dr. R's Fast Facts Extra-intestinal manifestations of SIBO include: Restless leg syndrome – … [Read more...]
SIBO Treatment for Weight Loss
Having gas and being bloated can certainly make you feel like you’ve gained abdominal fat, but does it mean you actually have? Recent evidence indicates yes. The connection is a condition known as SIBO, or Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth. SIBO can cause gas, bloating, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, or both. Recent studies have been published correlating SIBO and being overweight or … [Read more...]
Everything You Need to Know about SIFO (Small Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth)
While we tend to hear more about SIBO causing IBS, SIFO (small intestinal fungal overgrowth) is a common issue that also causes IBS-type symptoms. Discover the most common symptoms of SIFO as well as how to diagnose and treat it. Get help with SIFO (Small Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth). Get your personalized plan for optimizing your gut health with my new book. Healthcare providers … [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...]