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Nov 1, 2023

The latest round of research updates detail the most promising at-home therapeutics for GI conditions and autoimmunity. 

From gas and bloat to joint pain, recent research details the treatments that are both simple and efficacious. 

Join me to learn which treatments the science supports.

 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

02:11 SIBO positivity doesn’t correlate with symptom severity 

11:40 Natural therapies for IBS & SIBO

15:52 Probiotic protocol update 

17:47 SIBO & IBS treatments: Recap

18:32 Autoimmunity & fungal overgrowth updates

20:03 Is fungal overgrowth associated with more severe IBD?

20:43 Does antifungal treatment improve IBS symptoms? 

21:30 Do we need testing to use antimicrobials? 

23:07 Is leaky gut common in IBD patients? 

25:38 Can an elemental diet reduce dysbiosis? 

27:06 Recap

 

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Oct 30, 2023

Dr. Bianco recently published the book, Rethinking Hypothyroidism: Why Treatment Must Change and What Patients Can Do. 

Today I'll be speaking to Dr. Bianco, whom I deeply respect,  about his approach to thyroid health—and mine. 

While we already had a lot of overlap in our approaches,  I walked away with new, incredible insights on hypothyroidism. 

I think you'll feel the same way. 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

03:33 Diagnosis is pretty straightforward 

08:00 2 ways to diagnose hypothyroidism 

12:20 Hypothyroidism prevalence 

24:13 1 in 3 might be on meds they don’t need

29:15 TSH is 6. Should we treat or not? 

33:25 TPO values & risk

35:16 Normal labs, but there’s symptoms

38:32 The misuse of T3 levels 

45:15 Should patients start with combination therapy? 

52:41 What to do step-by-step 

55:10 What about liquid T4? 

58:12 Side effects & risks of adding T3



Dr. Bianco received his MD from Santa Casa Medical School and a PhD in human physiology at the University of Sao Paulo, in Brazil. He’s the former president of the American Thyroid Association (2015-2016) and author of the book "Rethinking Hypothyroidism" . 

Currently, he’s a Professor of Medicine at University of Chicago in the research unit called the Committee on Molecular Metabolism and Nutrition which focuses on thyroid hormone metabolism, more specifically, how certain enzymes called deiodinases control thyroid hormone action & metabolism. This research forms the basis for his understanding of the variable response to thyroid hormone replacement among individuals. 

He has been published in over 200 peer reviewed papers

Learn more about his work at www.deiodinase.org 

 

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Oct 25, 2023

Probiotics can help improve IBS and leaky gut, especially when used correctly. 

Today, I'll walk you through: 

-How probiotics work to help improve IBS
-How probiotic improve gut barrier function (leaky gut)

-A simple yet effective at-home probiotic protocol 

-And tips for troubleshooting if you feel some probiotics don't sit well with you. 

Please join me. 

 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:33 What IBS looks like

03:26 Even 60 Minutes got this wrong 

09:04 The causes of IBS

13: 56 The probiotic-small intestine myth

20:20 The positive impact on mental health

24:11 Dietary triggers  

25:47 Leaky gut & immune function

27:27 The protocol 

 

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Oct 23, 2023

This Q&A is answers to your questions about probiotics, like:

-Do you need to rotate probiotics? 

-What's the best way to take probiotics? 

-What if probiotics make me feel worse? 

-Do I have to worry about probiotics if I have SIBO?

-And more. 

If you have any questions about probiotics, please join me for what I hope are helpful insights.



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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:40 The simple solution is usually best

04:29 Are probiotics worth taking without a diet change?  

07:04 Should you rotate probiotics? 

11:19 Can you take probiotics long-term? 

14:39 Do you need the probiotic capsule? 

18:17 Are probiotics that were left out still good? 

19:12 Probiotics with/without food? 

21:55 What if a probiotic makes me feel worse? 

23:47 Should I avoid lactobacillus? 

31:25 Can probiotics help reduce med side effects? 

32:38 Recap

 

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Oct 18, 2023

Maintaining good gut health for kids and teens is crucially important to overall health. 

Today my guest, Dr. Elisa Song, explains how the developing gut impacts other body systems that are also in development like: 

-Immunity

-The brain

That means that however we support (or don’t) kids’ gut health may have profound effects on their current and future health.  

Please join us for a fascinating conversation about the significance of good gut health for infants, children, and teens. 

 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

03:46 Setting the stage for health

07:41 Childhood antibiotics & mental health

13:00 Considering antibiotic alternatives 

17:58 Probiotics 

27:30 Prebiotics

31:44 Mom’s diet & health matters

36:50 Infant formula

46:20 Adult vs. infant elemental formulas

50:15 Meeting kids where they’re at

1:02:44 Teenage mental health



Dr. Elisa Song, MD is a Stanford-, NYU-, UCSF-trained integrative pediatrician, pediatric functional medicine

expert, and mom to 2 thriving children. In her integrative pediatric practice, Whole Family Wellness

(www.wholefamilywellness.org), she’s helped 1000s of kids get to the root causes of their health concerns

and empowered parents to help their children thrive – body, mind, and spirit – by integrating conventional

pediatrics with functional medicine, homeopathy, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and essential oils. Dr. Song

created Healthy Kids Happy Kids (www.healthykidshappykids.com) as an online holistic pediatric resource

to help practitioners and parents bridge the gap between conventional and integrative pediatrics with an

evidence-based, pediatrician-backed, mom-approved approach.

 

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Oct 16, 2023

Are your probiotic side effects a positive sign, or should you make a modification? 

It’s all too common that when people take a probiotic and experience some kind of side effect, they take it to mean that probiotics aren’t right for them. And that’s understandable.

But more often than not, these side effects can be signaling something good (that they’re going to work in your gut) or simply that a small adjustment needs to be made. 

Here’s how to know which side effects mean what. 

 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

02:21 Side effects 

04:10 Research on probiotic side effects

05:42 What are probiotics doing in the body? 

07:20 4 causes of probiotic reactions

09:26 Symptom durations

10:29 Probiotics that may contain dairy 

12:19 Probiotic misconceptions

17:27 Adjustment reaction vs. a real intolerance 

18:27 Different probiotic types 

21: 25 Some respond to 3 probiotics better than 1

23:25 How do you dose? 



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Oct 11, 2023

In today’s podcast episode, I talk with Dr. David Jockers about how intermittent fasting can improve gut health, including by increasing bacterial diversity in the microbiome. We also cover how to incorporate fasting into your life in a balanced and effective way.
https://drruscio.com/fasting-improves-bacterial-diversity 
My book Healthy Gut, Healthy You is available at https://drruscio.com/getgutbook/ 
If you're in need of clinical support, please visit https://austinfm.com/ 
Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources 

Oct 9, 2023

A recap of the most exciting and tangible research updates, including findings for: 

-Ketamine therapy 

-Fish oil

-Yoga

-Cold water therapy 

-Collagen 

-And more

Please join me to stay up to date on the latest health science updates.



Featured Studies 

 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

00:48 Ketamine therapy 

04:41 Fish oil for depression

06:27 Yoga for depression

07:46 Exercise for depression

11:58 How exercise impacts depression
13:48 Cold immersion for muscle recovery

15:13 No evidence for cold therapy? 

20:20 Collagen for muscle soreness   

21:15 Which exercise improves longevity most? 

23:38 Can lifestyle reverse biological aging? 

 

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Oct 4, 2023

What causes leaky gut and how do you treat it? Today I’ll answer these questions and give you the 4 most effective ways to help heal leaky gut. 

Join me. 

 

Featured Studies 

 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:04 What is leaky gut? 

03:30 Causes of leaky gut

05:35 Leaky gut prevalence 

06:16 The first step

09:10 Foods to eliminate & reintroduce

15:47 The second step 

20:20 The importance of sleep

21:45 The third step

25:37 Evidence-based probiotic protocol

27:29 The final step

 

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Oct 2, 2023

Let's discuss the latest research in oxidative stress, allergies, kids' health, and gut health, all through the lens of probiotics. 

We'll cover how effective probiotics are for: 

-Inflammation

-Immunity 

-Asthma

-Allergies 

-Acute diarrhea in kids

-Allergic rhinitis in kids

-IBS

-Constipation

-H. pylori 

By covering the latest research, I hope to take the stress out of trying to stay up to date on the science on your own. Please join me.



Featured Studies 

 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:27 Oxidative stress

07:01 Asthma 

08:39 Seasonal allergies

10:22 Probiotics for kids

15:38 Jaundice in premature babies

18:26 Probiotic dosing for kids

20:38 Respiratory infections in infants

22:04 IBS

24:48 Chronic constipation

28:15 H. pylori

 

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Sep 25, 2023

Mast cell activation (MCAS), Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), and postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) are three often debilitating conditions on their own, but it seems they're likely connected to one another.

Join me and Dr. Weinstock as he explains the symptoms of these conditions, how they're linked, and what the future looks like for treatment. Even if you're only dealing with MCAS or POTS, this episode is worth a listen.



Featured Studies 



Related Resources

 

Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:06 What is the “triad”?

02:58 MCAS, POTS, & EDS defined

14:33 What are effective therapeutics for healing?

17:20 Approach to MCAS: Step 1

18:14 The importance of mental health

27:32 How these immune symptoms connect to gut health

33:18 Where Dr. Weinstock starts with stomach distension 

36:32 Immunoglobulins

38:50 Sodium butyrate 

39:42 The low FODMAP diet for dysbiosis

42:30 Effective therapies for POTS & EDS

47:39 Low-dose naltrexone

 

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Sep 20, 2023

A low FODMAP diet is an extremely effective gut-healing tool. In fact, it's been studied for use in healing a wide range of conditions like IBS, IBD, fibromyalgia, anxiety, leaky gut, and more. 

But what exactly is it, what makes it so powerful, and how can you tap into its powers for yourself?   

Today we'll take a brief look at the data to illustrate the reparative ability of the low FODMAP diet, and then I'll give you guidelines for how you can do a low FODMAP diet on your own. 

Join me.



Featured Studies 



Related Resources

 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:18 The data on low FODMAP for leaky gut

05:30 What is “DAO”?
07:06 Causes of leaky gut

08:37 How low FODMAP helps SIBO & dysbiosis

12:59 Low FODMAP for immunity 

15:11 Why the low FODMAP is reparative 

17:37 How do you do a low FODMAP diet? 

19:33 When to evaluate if it’s right for you



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Sep 18, 2023

If you have any unanswered questions about SIBO or unresolved GI issues, today's episode is for you. 

I'll be answering questions from listeners like yourself, looking for gut guidance. 

Today's questions include: 

-How do I know if I have SIBO? 

-Can I do a hybrid carnivore/elemental diet for SIBO?

-How long can you take antimicrobials for SIBO?

-What's causing my abdominal distension? 

-And more. 

Please join me. And if you have any questions you'd like answered on the next round, you can submit them here: https://www.speakpipe.com/DrRuscioRadio 



Featured Studies 

 

Related Resources

 

Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

06:12 I have IBS, how do I know if I also have SIBO?

12:13 I feel mostly great, should I keep treating SIBO?

18:37 Can I do a carnivore/elemental hybrid diet?

20:08 How long can you take antimicrobials for SIBO?

23:27 Does a bowel movement every other day need treatment?

26:29 After resolution with HCL, how can I resolve lingering constipation? 

28:55 I get distension after eating, what can I do? 

31:50 I have gas. It’s not SIBO, and low FODMAP didn’t work…

34:17 Should I avoid xylitol?

35:26 Does the elemental diet work for SIBO? 

 

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Sep 13, 2023

In this episode, I’ll review the latest hormonal health research, including exciting findings for menopausal and men's hormonal health. 

Join me to stay up to date on the latest research in hormonal health.

Featured Studies 

 

Related Resources

 

Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:16 Low testosterone and sleep quality 

06:05 What are normal and low testosterone levels?

07:12 Symptoms of low testosterone 

08:47 Diets that may increase testosterone

13:02 Does longjack improve testosterone? 

14:32 Longjack vs. Ashwaghanda
16:30 Can HCG injections improve testosterone?

19:15 Can diet reduce menopausal symptoms?
22:38 Does exercise improve hot flashes? 

23:20 Postmenopausal symptoms & herbal therapies

24:39 What is the best exercise for postmenopausal bone health?



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Sep 11, 2023

Find out whether the amount and diversity of probiotics from food is comparable to probiotic supplements, and how popular probiotic foods rank in probiotic value.  

I'll be taking a closer look at kimchi, kefir, yogurt, sauerkraut, and kombucha to see if you can get enough probiotics from food alone, and when you might want to opt for a supplement. 

Join me. 

 

Featured Studies 

 

Featured Products 

 

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Timestamps 

00:00 Intro
01:29 Common fermented foods

02:50 Why my thinking has changed on probiotic foods
04:23 The probiotic value of popular fermented foods
08:55 “The better I eat, the worse I feel”

12:51 Are foods or supplements more effective? 

14:44 Do probiotics actually cause brain fog? 

18:22 Probiotic food recommendation 

 

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Sep 6, 2023

Gluten enzymes promise to better help digest gluten for both celiac and non-celiac gluten-sensitive populations. 

Fortunately, gluten enzymes have been studied for both celiac disease and NCGS. 

But what does the data actually say about their effectiveness? Join me to hear more about the research into gluten digestive enzymes, and what other options are available to help relieve gluten sensitivity. 

 

Featured Studies 

 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

00:48 What are gluten enzymes?

01:21 Spotlight: Prolines

02:24 How common is celiac and gluten sensitivity? 

03:36 The research on gluten enzymes

06:35 The verdict 

07:28 Why enzymes work for some 

08:44 What CAN improve gluten sensitivity? 

 

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Sep 4, 2023

In this episode, I’ll walk you through the latest probiotic research updates, including benefits for:

-Cognitive health

-Mood

-Situational anxiety & depression

-And more

Join me to stay up to date on the latest probiotic science.



Featured Studies 

 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:08 Can probiotics improve cognition?

07:34 Can probiotics lead to improvement in mood?  

10:26 Do probiotics reduce situational anxiety? 

13:52 Will synbiotics improve fibromyalgia? 

17:52 Summary of probiotic studies

18:50 Can probiotics improve sleep? 

19:53 Are probiotics effective for fatty liver disease? 

21:26 Are probiotics good for stomach pain in kids? 

23:00 Probiotics for iron absorption

 

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Aug 30, 2023

A look into whether resistance training or cardio is the best exercise for brain health, and exactly why exercise has such a strong effect on your brain. 

Tune in to hear the exercises backed by science to help boost your brain power. 

 

Featured Studies 

 

Other Sources

 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

00:58 Physical activity & cognitive impact

08:13 What type of exercise is best? 

10:39 How do we load exercise appropriately? 

12:03 The protocol 

14:06 Signs & symptoms of overtraining

 

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Aug 28, 2023

Learn all you need to know about huperzine A including:

-What it is
-Where it’s derived from
-Its brain benefits

-The research on who should (or shouldn’t) take it
-And an at-home protocol for taking it

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:28 What is huperzine A?

03:32 The science behind huperzine A’s benefits

07:02 My personal experience with huperzine A

08:57 Does huperzine A have PROVEN benefits? 

13:34 Potential side effects 

14:47 The protocol 

 

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Aug 21, 2023

Depending on where you send your stool sample, you can end up with different stool test results. 

What this means is that your treatment plan could look very different depending on the stool test you use. This also means that a stool test may not be the best way to actually start healing your gut. 

Instead of spending time and money on (potentially inaccurate) stool tests, I’ll tell you 4 things you can do that will make a difference for your gut health. 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

00:59 What is a Split Test?

01:40 The Split Tests Results

02:34 Why My Thoughts on Stool Testing Changed

05:53 Different Results Mean Different Treatment

10:17 Zonulin: A Key Finding

12:23 The Second Split Test

14:30 You’re Doing Yourself a Disservice 

14:54 4 Tools for GI Healing 

 

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Aug 16, 2023

An emerging therapy is the use of MDMA for PTSD, as well as other psychedelics for mental health. Listen in as Allison A Feduccia PhD explains the promising potential of psychedelics for mental health. 

 

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00:00 Intro 

03:13 Allison’s Background

04:47 Pharmaceutical Use to Party Drug and Back 

10:52 The Therapeutical Benefits of Psychedelics 

14:57 How & Why Does MDMA Work?  

17:20 Does it affect the Limbic System? 

19:35 Post-Therapeutic Effects 

21:01 MDMA for PTSD

24:44 Psychedelic Protocol

30:47 Side-Effects & Risks

34:49 More Healing Stories 

40:50 Other Resources

 

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Aug 14, 2023

Today I'll break down the science of probiotics, specifically how they provide the four health benefits of improving: 

-Sibo & dysbiosis

-Leaky gut

-Brain inflammation

-And the stress response

Tune in to hear just how powerful probiotics are for your health.

 

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Leaky Gut

Overgrowths

IBS

IBD

Constipation

Antibiotic Side-Effects

Depression

Stress Response

Brain Fog

Probiotic Safety



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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

00:52 Probiotic Backstory

03:41 How Powerful Probiotics Are for the Gut

07:56 Improve Gut Health, Improve Brain Health

11:09 The Limbic System

13:44 How to Find a Good Probiotic

 

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Aug 9, 2023

In this episode, I share the latest research updates on probiotics. 

As you’ll see, today’s research covers an exciting and wide range of conditions, such as using probiotics for: 

-Brain health

-Metabolic health

-Body composition

-Infection

-Cognition

-Blood pressure 

-And more

Join me to stay in step with the latest research on probiotics, gut health, and overall wellness. 

 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

00:50 Cognition & Memory

03:55 Depression

05:56 Autism

07:24 Single vs Multi-Species

09:06 Metabolism

13:17 Blood pressure

14:26 Weight loss

14:53 Muscle mass

17:30 Infections

19:04 Oral dysbiosis



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Aug 7, 2023

Cordila's mold exposure story might sound familiar—she suddenly hit a wall of symptoms like nausea, fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, and more, and reached the end of her rope trying to find a solution. 

When she finally made her way to the clinic after a year of being stuck in Rome and many years of a chronic illness, we were able to help her find relief from her mold symptoms. 

Tune in to hear Cordila's fascinating journey and what we did to finally make the difference for her health.

 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

02:42 Cordila’s Story

14:03 Cordila’s Symptoms

16:23 The Test Results

19:40 Addressing Preexisting POTS

22:19 “Treat Mold Like a House Fire”

27:07 What We Did & Didn’t Do

37:43 The Importance of Protein

40:03 Macronutrition & Calories

47:28 Brain Injury Support

49:19 Cordila’s Current State

57:06 Chronic Illness & Your Mindset

01:01:00 Neurology: Dismiss or Support

01:10:36 Closing Remarks

 

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Aug 2, 2023

Is exercise good for the gut microbiome? 

It may not come as a surprise that it is. But not all exercises are equal when it comes to benefiting the microbiome. 

Tune in to hear why this non-dietary factor impacts gut health and a research-backed protocol for gut-friendly exercise.

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:14 GI anatomy snapshot

05:35 Exercise & the microbiota

08:05 Factchecking the physiology 

10:40 Exercise for IBD

11:57 The Protocol

13:08 Moderate-high intensity exercises

13:34 The importance of consistency 

 

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