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.
Episodes
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Jul 29, 2020 • 1h 38min
God, Medicine and Being Yourself
How do you find true health? In this episode, Paul Chek explores how unapologetically being yourself, facing your true stress, and living a life of purpose can help you reach your full healing potential, whether you're a patient or practitioner. https://drruscio.com/god-medicine-and-being-yourself My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
Jul 27, 2020 • 10min
Probiotic Benefits for Mother+Child & Histamine Intolerance
The benefits of probiotics for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), for babies and pregnant mothers, and for histamine intolerance and allergies have been shown in high quality research. Learn what the research says, and how to best use probiotics supplements. https://drruscio.com/probiotic-benefits-for-motherchild-histamine-intolerance My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
Jul 22, 2020 • 49min
Calcium Supplementation Does Not Improve Bone Health
You may think calcium supplementation is important for your bone health and it is. But it turns out, it may increase your risk for bone fractures, and cardiovascular disease events, such as heart attack and stroke. In this episode, Chris Kresser shares what the research says about calcium and how to supplement safely. https://drruscio.com/calcium-supplementation-does-not-improve-bone-health My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
Jul 20, 2020 • 55min
The Day Two Stool Test & Diet Plan
What if you could take a simple stool test that accurately predicted what you should eat to manage your blood sugar? The Day Two test does this, and provides you with a personalized diet plan to keep your blood sugar under control. In today's podcast, I met with Lihi Segal from Day Two, to learn more about the test, and how it can help you with diabetes, weight loss, performance, and even IBS. https://drruscio.com/day-two My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
Jul 15, 2020 • 41min
How To Exercise If You Have Chronic Fatigue
Dr. Nancy Klimas, a leading ME/CFS researcher and clinician, provides invaluable insights into exercising with chronic fatigue. She emphasizes the necessity of a gradual approach to exercise, monitoring heart rates, and listening to one's body to prevent overexertion. The discussion covers how viral infections can exacerbate symptoms and the importance of antioxidants and immune support in recovery. Klimas also highlights personalized strategies and ongoing research to improve the lives of those suffering from ME/CFS and Gulf War Syndrome.
Jul 13, 2020 • 46min
The Value Of Stool Testing
For people with chronic diarrhea, the stool test markers steatocrit and elastase can quickly distinguish between two treatable GI disorders: bile acid malabsorption and exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. In today's podcast, Dr. Ilana Gurevich fills us in on the value of these two stool markers for helping patients with diarrhea. https://drruscio.com/the-value-of-stool-testing My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
Jul 8, 2020 • 50min
Validated DNA Stool Testing & Tough Clinical Questions
Can a stool test really give you clear, actionable results? While results always need to read with finesse, the new Doctor's Data GI 360 test is one of the most scientifically validated stool tests to date. In today's episode, I meet with Dr. David Quig from Doctor's Data to learn about the new test, and what stool testing can really tell us. https://drruscio.com/validated-dna-stool-testing My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
Jul 6, 2020 • 7min
Sun Exposure Reduces Depression
According to a 2018 study, safe sun exposure appears to increase vitamin D levels and reduce depression symptoms in vitamin D deficient people. In today's podcast, I review the study, share the best way to practice sun exposure, and suggest how to get adequate sun during the winter months. https://drruscio.com/sun-exposure-reduces-depression My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
Jul 1, 2020 • 1h 1min
Updates on SIBO
Join SIBO expert Dr. Allison Siebecker to hear key advice for SIBO patients, the surprising results of the latest SIBO studies, and hear her answers to listener questions about SIBO. Also, learn more about her widely appreciated SIBO courses for both patients and practitioners. https://drruscio.com/updates-on-sibo My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
Jun 29, 2020 • 20min
Bipolar & Hyperthyroid Vastly Improved by Optimizing Gut Health
Holly was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and hyperthyroidism and her symptoms continually got worse during her 30s. Using guidance from Healthy Gut, Healthy You, she focused on improving her gut health. She no longer needed her bipolar medication, and she's been able to significantly reduce her hyperthyroidism medication. Learn more about Holly's story. https://drruscio.com/bipolar-hyperthyroid-vastly-improved-by-optimizing-gut-health My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources
