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Jun 5, 2023

In this episode, Kyle—a patient at our clinic—shares his gut healing story from beginning to end. When Kyle first came to the clinic, he was already putting in the work with another clinician to resolve his insomnia, upset stomach, diarrhea, vertigo, SIBO, and heart flutters. 

In working with him, I was able to see he was missing basic gut support and needed to focus more on treating his symptoms rather than lab values. 

Kyle’s gut healing story was a success. Hear from him personally what worked best for him. 

 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

02:35 Kyle and the Road Before

05:52 Kyle’s Prior Symptoms

07:24 Probiotics, Antimicrobials, & SIBO

16:26 Antimicrobials Aren’t First

17:32 The “Most Normal” Kyle’s Felt

19:50 Why Probiotics Didn’t Work Before

25:48 Fish Oil & Atrial Fibrillation

30:28 “Well This is Just Normal” 

33:53 The Problem with Biohacking

40:15 Almost Out of the Woods

 

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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.

May 31, 2023

In this episode, you’ll learn the best way to take probiotics. Probiotics are a staple for many in their gut-healing journey—and for good reason. They have been shown to help improve digestive and non-digestive symptoms, ranging from diarrhea to brain fog. 

While the benefits of probiotics are known, there remains uncertainty about how long to take them for, if they should be taken with or without food, and how often to take them. 

Tune in to the episode to get clarity on how to take probiotics to improve your health. 



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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:05 How Often Should You Take Probiotics?

03:02 With or Without Food?

06:39 How Long to Take Probiotics

16:57 Formulas & Dosing

21:42 Recommended Doses

22:54 What Type Should You Take?

26:19 Why Use Multiple Strains? 

28:18 Summary of Recommendations



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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.

May 29, 2023

In this episode, Dr. Lucy Mailing answers the question, “Does exercise impact gut health?” Inspired by her journey with chronic eczema, Dr. Mailing started looking into the gut-skin connection to improve her symptoms.  Seeing this connection spurred her research and career in gut health, the microbiome, and nutrition science. 

When it comes to improving gut health, evidence shows exercise can help. But, how much exercise is needed? What type of exercise intensity is most effective? What diets and supplements can be paired with exercise to enhance gut health? 

Join the discussion with Dr. Mailing and me as we discuss fine-tuning your exercise regime to benefit your gut microbiome. 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

04:31 If You’re Not Exercising Enough

09:42 If You’re Exercising Too Much

18:30 Exercise Benefits on the Microbiota

24:20 Optimal Frequency, Intensity, & Duration

25:22 Fiber: Overhyped?

31:36 Diets

34:30 Butyrate

38:50 Results Take Time

42:16 Fungus Isn’t Always Bad

44:18 The Best Fungal Testing

 

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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.

 

May 24, 2023

In this episode, I answer the question, “Is your thyroid diagnosis correct?” Surprisingly, this question is asked more commonly than you think. Even in the functional medicine sphere, thyroid issues are overdiagnosed and overtreated, often leading patients down the wrong treatment path. 

Rather than being shoehorned into a thyroid diagnosis, it’s important to look at the scientific evidence that explains why it may not be your thyroid causing symptoms of fatigue, digestive issues, or brain fog. Listen in to hear when thyroid medication and interventions are necessary, what TPO and TSH levels indicate a thyroid issue, and what steps you can take to discover the true root cause of your health issues.

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

00:23 Overprescribed Hormone - The Data

02:18 Symptom Confusion

03:47 TSH Levels

06:24 Why You Should Look Elsewhere

10:09 What About Sluggish Thyroid?

12:07 Thyroid Autoimmunity & TPO Levels

17:29 What You Can Do Now

 

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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.

May 22, 2023

In this episode,  the spotlight is on Sally’s successful gut healing story. While Sally tried a low histamine diet and other remedies on her own, she didn’t find relief of her chronic GI and histamine-related symptoms until working with Dr. Hannah Hamlin from our clinic. 

Taking note of Sally’s symptoms, labs, medical history, and previous treatments she’s tried, Dr. Hamlin devised a plan with two of our clinic’s most effective therapies: triple therapy probiotics and an elemental diet. 

Hear how these remedies helped Sally feel more confident about what she can eat and provided her with the healing she was looking for. 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:12 Sally’s Gut Symptoms

06:49 Sally’s Treatment Plan

16:42 How Sally’s Feeling Now

22:42 Light at the End of the Tunnel

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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.

May 17, 2023

In this episode, I run through a series of high-quality studies that provide insight to: what is the best type of exercise for depression? 

It’s no secret that there are many ways that exercise benefits your physical health, from improving your heart health to reducing the risk of disease. 

Knowing its power to improve physical health, it’s worth hearing if it could be as effective or even more effective than drug therapies and other interventions to improve your mental health, and how to tap into those benefits. 

Tune in to the episode to hear how you can use exercise to optimize your mood.

https://www.drruscio.com/best-exercise-for-depression 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:49 Why Exercise Impacts Mood

03:28 Ideal Frequency & Intensity 

05:03 How to Find Your Intensity  

06:57 A Word of Caution

07:58 Exercise: The Physiological Explanation 

09:55 How to Start AND Fine-Tune

 

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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.

May 15, 2023

In this episode, I talk with Dr. David Jockers about what really works for healing leaky gut syndrome. When your gut is “leaky,” symptoms from diarrhea to joint pain to brain fog can occur. 

These symptoms point to a larger issue of an overreactive immune response, which can be calmed down with the right tools in place. 

At the clinic, we follow the scientific evidence and listen to how our patients respond to various treatments. With healing leaky gut, we’ve found one supplement that works across the board for patients. We’ve also found what doesn’t work, despite the hype around these modalities. 

Listen to the episode to hear the best ways to get a healthier gut and you.

https://www.drruscio.com/leaky-gut-inflammation 

 

 



 

May 10, 2023

In this episode, I share how one of our patients, Amy, struggled to find success with hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for symptoms of anxiety and depression and instead found relief with probiotics. 

As she worked through these issues with our clinic’s Dr. Scott, she was able to see the connections between her mood, hormones, and gut health. Amy’s other symptoms were gas, bloating, loose stools, and insomnia. 

While there’s not one magic bullet that resolves everyone’s symptoms, probiotics made a substantial difference in Amy’s overall health. 

Tune in to hear more about her health journey and how probiotics improve cortisol, gut dysbiosis, sleep, and more.

https://www.drruscio.com/hrt-for-symptoms 

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

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May 8, 2023

This episode covers updates in probiotic research related to children’s health, oral health, and infections. By listening in, you’ll get answers to the following questions:

  • Does strain-specificity matter when using probiotics for kids?

  • Do probiotics improve tolerance to infant formula?

  • Do probiotics reduce the risk of infants developing allergies?

  • Do probiotics improve GI symptoms in children?

  • Do probiotics help with bad breath?

  • Do probiotic lozenges improve oral health?

  • Can probiotics improve post-surgical, COVID-19, and upper respiratory tract infection outcomes?

Hear how these updates in probiotic research can help you know how to use probiotics best for children, oral health, and infections.

https://www.drruscio.com/updates-in-probiotic-research 

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

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May 3, 2023

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My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

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May 1, 2023

For many people, coffee serves as a go-to energy source. Besides its ability to keep us awake through a long day, is coffee good for you? Listen in to learn how it can help with a wide range of disorders from diabetes to depression.

https://www.drruscio.com/is-coffee-good-for-you

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

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Apr 26, 2023

Conventional and functional health practitioners both do things right and wrong when it comes to treating a sluggish thyroid. This episode offers the best data points from both sides, informing you on how to interpret thyroid lab values, determine if thyroid hormone is necessary, and find treatments that improve your symptoms.

https://www.drruscio.com/identify-treat-sluggish-thyroid 

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

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Apr 24, 2023

According to research, 37–61% of people may not need to be on thyroid medication. Listen in on the studies that show why medication isn't always the answer to support your thyroid and what can help instead.

https://www.drruscio.com/thryoid-medication-may-not-be-needed 

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

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Apr 19, 2023

Immersing yourself in a cold shower or an ice bath might sound crazy, but it’s crazy effective, according to research. Hear what health ailments it has shown to benefit and how you can get started doing it yourself.

https://www.drruscio.com/cold-exposure-backed-by-science

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

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Apr 17, 2023

When your gut is inflamed, similar to an injury, sometimes rest is the best solution. An elemental diet (short-term, exclusive consumption of a nutrient-dense meal replacement shake) gives your gut a chance to heal. It’s one of the most effective therapies in our clinic, and the research continues to support its ability to help improve symptoms related to a wide variety of digestive conditions. Hear why it works and how to begin implementing it into your everyday routine for better gut health.

https://www.drruscio.com/gut-friendly-meal-replacement-shake 

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

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Apr 12, 2023

A healthy gut can translate to better digestion, skin, metabolism, mood, cognition, and more. But what supplements can help keep your gut health in check? On the podcast, I cover the two most effective supplements for your gut microbiome and cover what other remedies seem effective, but ultimately research says otherwise.

https://www.drruscio.com/two-effective-supplements-gut-microbiome 

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Apr 10, 2023

Challenging yourself in a workout is one thing, but when you ramp up training too much or too hard, it comes with negative side effects. I’ve felt these effects, as have clients of Dr. Mike T. Nelson. In this episode, Dr. Nelson shares how to spot these not-so-obvious signs, overcome them with supplements and adequate rest, and find what exercise intensity works best for you.

https://www.drruscio.com/early-warning-signs-of-over-exercising 

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Apr 5, 2023

Lab testing done by a previous functional health practitioner told John he had Hashimoto’s and needed to avoid meat. Following the practitioner’s recommendations, he began a vegan diet, which only made him feel worse. When John came to our clinic, we listened more to his symptoms rather than lab values and customized a plan that ultimately led to him feeling better. Listen in to hear what dietary and lifestyle recommendations made the difference.

https://www.drruscio.com/hashimotos-misdiagnosis 

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

We're hiring! To apply for our video editor and co-producer role, please visit drruscio.com/coproducer.

Apr 3, 2023

Can testing your genetics improve your health? In this episode, hear the latest evidence that demonstrates why it’s not as helpful as it’s made out to be and what is actually effective for improving mental clarity, weight loss outcomes, digestive issues, and more.

https://www.drruscio.com/genetic-testing-for-your-health 

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

We're hiring! To apply for our video editor and co-producer role, please visit drruscio.com/coproducer.

Mar 29, 2023

In this podcast episode, many natural therapies are under analysis. Can vitamin D improve depression? Does mindfulness relieve long COVID symptoms and ulcerative colitis flares? Are coffee and omega-3s good for your heart? The featured findings can help inform you of tools to use to improve your mood, heart health, immunity, gut health, and more.

https://www.drruscio.com/research-backed-health-remedies 

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Mar 27, 2023

As an endurance athlete, Eric Hinman knows the commitment, drive, and hard work needed for athletic training. But as he and I have experienced, training too much places your body and mind under extreme stress and can interfere with achieving fitness goals. While detailing my own experience with overtraining, Eric shares what foods, supplements, gentle exercises, and other functional health approaches can help improve exercise recovery, prevent exercise burnout and injuries, and get you back on track with your fitness goals. Listen in.

https://www.drruscio.com/how-to-know-overtraining  

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Mar 22, 2023

While there’s a world of bacteria that live in your gut, they have far-reaching effects on your skin, liver, bone, and other organs. Listen in to learn what diets can help you improve your gut bacteria and how to choose which one ultimately works best for you. 

https://www.drruscio.com/gut-health-and-diet 

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Mar 20, 2023

Probiotics are emerging as one of the most effective gut health supports. And the new research I reveal in this podcast highlights new and exciting research about how they can improve non-digestive symptoms. Listen in to learn their effects on women’s health, children’s health, body composition, muscle recovery, and more. 

https://www.drruscio.com/benefits-of-probiotics-beyond-the-gut 

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Mar 15, 2023

If your probiotics get warm, does that mean they’re less effective? This episode answers this question once and for all and reiterates why probiotics are one of the go-to therapies used in our clinic.

https://www.drruscio.com/warm-probiotics-still-effective 

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

Mar 13, 2023

This episode takes a deeper look at how medications, diets, and behavioral changes impact irritable bowel syndrome and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth symptoms. Hear what research-backed therapies are worth exploring to take control of your own gut health.

https://www.drruscio.com/studies-reveal-sibo-and-ibs 

My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook

If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://ruscioinstitute.com

Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources

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