

Dr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare
Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC
Clinician, researcher, and gut-geek Dr. Michael Ruscio DC covers the ever-changing world of functional health science. From debunking trends to research deep dives to practical takeaways, Dr. Ruscio DC Radio is health science made digestible.
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These [podcasts] are educational and informational only and are not medical, chiropractic, psychological, or other professional advice of any kind. They do not create or constitute any professional relationship between us and you. Always consult your licensed healthcare providers and never disregard or delay obtaining medical advice based on information in our [podcast]. Please review our full terms of use and disclaimers posted on our Website at https://drruscio.com/privacy-policy.
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Jan 8, 2024 • 31min
873 - Probiotics Improve Immune System, Food Allergy & Stress
Probiotics have significant benefits for immunity, stress, allergies, and lactose intolerance. Research shows they can increase white blood cells, reduce diarrhea, and suppress viral entry. Probiotics also alleviate stress, improve cognitive function, and alleviate food allergy symptoms. They improve gut health by correcting excessive bacteria, mitigating leaky gut, enhancing enzyme production, and regulating the immune system.

Jan 4, 2024 • 15min
872 - The Best SIBO Probiotic Protocol
Exploring the misconceptions around taking probiotics for SIBO and the multitude of data supporting their effectiveness. Discussing the benefits of probiotics for SIBO and other health conditions such as improved cognition and leaky gut. Resources for gut health and a landmark study on probiotics for SIBO. Scientific evidence backing the use of probiotics for SIBO, including comparable resolution rates to antibiotics. Providing a safe and effective probiotic protocol for SIBO based on published data.

Dec 21, 2023 • 24min
871 - Why You Get Brain Fog & What To Do About It
Learn about the causes of brain fog such as lifestyle, nutritional, hormonal, and gut factors. Discover the impact of sleep, stress, and nature on brain health. Understand how exercise and nutrition can preserve brain health. Explore the link between processed food and cognitive decline. Find out potential remedies and supplements to alleviate brain fog symptoms.

Dec 18, 2023 • 17min
870 - 8 Signs You Have Leaky Gut
Leaky gut symptoms go far beyond digestion. Let's look at the 8 tell-tale signs of leaky gut that you're likely overlooking. Watch/Read Next… What is Leaky Gut? https://drruscio.com/what-is-leaky-gut/ The Elemental Diet: An Effective Therapy for Gut Relief https://drruscio.com/elemental-diet/ The 4 Most Effective Leaky Gut Treatments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MW1ezm3d0JQ&t=1092s Timestamps 00:00 Intro 00:49 What leaky gut is & how it's measured 03:08 The digestive symptoms 06:04 Body-wide (systemic) symptoms Featured Studies Association between increased intestinal permeability and disease: A systematic review: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S221295881730160X#:~:text=Results,and%2017%E2%80%9365%25%20respectively. Plasma and fecal zonulin are not altered by a high green leafy vegetable dietary intervention: secondary analysis of a randomized control crossover trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35413837/ Specific Immunoglobulin E and G to Common Food Antigens and Increased Serum Zonulin in IBS Patients: A Single-Center Bulgarian Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35466276/ Diet and intestinal bacterial overgrowth: Is there evidence?: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35801041/ Relationship between Gut Microbiota, Gut Hyperpermeability and Obesity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32693755/ Leaky Gut and the Ingredients That Help Treat It: A Review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36677677/#:~:text=Thus%2C%20leaky%20gut%20syndrome%20and,diabetes%20mellitus%2C%20and%20celiac%20disease. Cytokine-induced alterations of gastrointestinal motility in gastrointestinal disorders: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22013552/ Serum zonulin is elevated in IBS and correlates with stool frequency in IBS-D: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31210949/ The Role of Leaky Gut in Functional Dyspepsia: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35422683/ Duodenal Mucosal Barrier in Functional Dyspepsia: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34607017/ Gut dysbiosis in severe mental illness and chronic fatigue: a novel trans-diagnostic construct? A systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33558650/ Reduced diversity and altered composition of the gut microbiome in individuals with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27338587/ C-type lectin-like receptor 2 and zonulin are associated with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31715011/ Targeting zonulin and intestinal epithelial barrier function to prevent onset of arthritis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32332732/ Prevalence of sleep disorder in irritable bowel syndrome: A systematic review with meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29652034/ Dysbiosis in food allergy and implications for microbial therapeutics: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33463542/ Gut-Skin Axis: Current Knowledge of the Interrelationship between Microbial Dysbiosis and Skin Conditions: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33670115/ Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the "Show transcript" button on the bottom right of the video.

Dec 14, 2023 • 25min
869 - How To Treat SIBO Without Spending A Fortune
Learn about the most effective treatments for SIBO and the importance of symptom improvement. Discover the benefits of probiotics, recommended dosages, and expected timeline for improvement. Get advice on reintroducing foods, natural treatments for SIBO and leaky gut, and the importance of treating the whole person.

Dec 11, 2023 • 13min
868 - What Is Hashimoto's + How To Prevent Hypothyroidism
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune condition that affects the thyroid. It isn't the same as hypothyroidism, but it is connected to it. Learn what Hashimoto's disease is and what you can do to help prevent it from potentially progressing into hypothyroidism. Featured Studies Our paper: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35999903/ Our paper: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36079838/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35743024/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3066320/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34766382/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28052092/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11836274/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/760358/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14558922/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10779140/#:~:text=Ultrasonography%20(US)%20may%20demonstrate%20a,from%2019%25%20to%2095%25. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18324487/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32743538/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20361146/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11836274/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35243857/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36743914/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25305308/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28900385/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28579842/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18562170/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32744579/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538260/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27607246/ Related Resources My articles: https://drruscio.com/blog/ My book: https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Courses, free guides, and more: https://drruscio.com/resources?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=drruscio.com_resources Timestamps 00:00 Intro 00:38 Hashimoto's defined 02:40 How to diagnose Hashimoto's 04:11 What to do to improve Hashimoto's 05:44 Hashimoto's symptoms 07:35 Interpreting lab ranges Get the Latest Updates Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g *Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the "Show transcript" button on the bottom right of the video.

Dec 6, 2023 • 19min
867 - Research Updates for Fiber, Prebiotics, & Diet | Dec 2023
Get the latest research updates on fiber, prebiotics, and gut-healthy diets for optimal gut health. Discover the impact of prebiotic supplementation on gastrointestinal symptoms and its effectiveness on leaky gut and depression. Explore the potential benefits of probiotics in treating leaky gut and their correlations with ADHD, vitiligo, and Alzheimer's. Learn about interpreting lab testing and the significance of diet, fiber, and prebiotics for bowel regularity and improving IBS symptoms. Dive into the conflicting findings on the Mediterranean diet's effects on IBS symptoms and the benefits of personalized dietary recommendations.

Dec 4, 2023 • 24min
866 - Why You Have Food Intolerances & How to Improve Them
Explore the causes and treatments of food intolerances. Learn about the symptoms and how to improve them. Discover the role of gut health and inflammation in food reactivity. Understand the effects of dietary changes and the low-FODMAP diet. Explore the potential benefits of probiotics and antimicrobial therapy in managing food intolerances.

Nov 29, 2023 • 27min
865 - The 10 WORST Foods for Leaky Gut
Learn about the foods that worsen leaky gut and how avoiding them improves health. Highly processed foods negatively impact the gut. Alcohol consumption balance and immunoglobulin supplementation are important. Explore the relationship between gluten and leaky gut syndrome. Avoiding gluten and dairy can impact leaky gut.

Nov 27, 2023 • 20min
864 - What is SIBO? Signs & Natural Treatment Options
Learn about SIBO and its effects on health, including brain function and various health conditions. Explore the causes and risk factors of SIBO, different diagnostic tests, and available resources for support. Discover the treatment options for SIBO, including probiotics, antibiotics, herbal antimicrobials, and the elemental diet.


