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. Related Epi...
Aug 07, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep 420•Transcript available on Metacast 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. Featured Studies https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36986264/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34179053/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35766861/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33763441/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/364...
Aug 02, 2023•19 min•Ep 419•Transcript available on Metacast Does being a weekend warrior work? Do you get worthwhile health benefits? Today I'll break down what the research shows about the weekend warrior method, including its benefits and limitations. Join me to learn how to get the most out of being a weekend warrior. Featured Studies https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34554363/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35304603/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35269492/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36994180/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22470299/ https://pu...
Jul 31, 2023•25 min•Ep 419•Transcript available on Metacast Wondering if you need HCl to help rectify stomach acid levels? Today I'll walk you through: -What HCl is -How it works -Symptoms that tell you that you need it -The truth about stomach acid -And a protocol to get started with Please join me. Featured Studies https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK507793/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25994564/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11256493/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28770351/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35565722/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih...
Jul 26, 2023•32 min•Ep 418•Transcript available on Metacast Saccharomyces boulardii is a probiotic category with many proven gut health benefits. Until recently, it was thought that those with SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) should not only avoid saccharomyces boulardii, but probiotics altogether. Today I'm going to share some exciting updates that show something quite counter to this thought. Join me to hear more about SIBO and how you can help improve it with a simple, research-backed protocol. Featured Studies https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov...
Jul 24, 2023•13 min•Ep 418•Transcript available on Metacast If you read the recent Washington Post article on the subject, you might wonder "should you avoid probiotics if you're taking antibiotics?" Today I'm going to explain why that isn't the case, by pitting the data from the Washington Post article against the larger body of data that supports the use of probiotics during a course of antibiotics. Tune in and be sure to tell me what you think! The Study From the Article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30193113/ Counterpoint Studies: https://pubmed.n...
Jul 19, 2023•13 min•Ep 417•Transcript available on Metacast Today I'm covering the latest healthy lifestyle research that includes a wide range of topics, including: -The best frequency and step count for health benefits from walking -The best type of exercise for gut health -A simple way to balance blood sugar -The link between animal exposure and allergies in kids -And much, much more. Join me to get the latest updates for healthy living. Featured Studies https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36989214/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36982042/ https://pubmed...
Jul 17, 2023•29 min•Ep 417•Transcript available on Metacast There's been an exciting update to methane dominant SIBO research. A recent study shows that supplementing with two simple, widely-accessible supplements can make a big difference for methane dominant SIBO. Tune in to hear what the research shows and how to get started with a simple protocol. Featured Studies https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK546634/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36294338/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31913194/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29794732/ https://pubmed.nc...
Jul 12, 2023•18 min•Ep 416•Transcript available on Metacast Finding a meaningful existence seems harder than ever these days. Fortunately, Mark Hawkins knows where we can look—the Paleo era. Today Mark and I are discussing: -What is meaning and purpose? -Why is it so important? -And what can hunter-gatherers teach us about living a more meaningful life? Please join us. More About Mark Hawkins: Mark A. Hawkins, Ph.D., is an author, educator, and clinical counselor. He has been interviewed by The New York Times, The Daily Telegraph, and several other news ...
Jul 10, 2023•53 min•Ep 416•Transcript available on Metacast What are the optimal ranges for thyroid labs? Today I'll answer this and other listener-submitted questions about thyroid health. Tune in to hear answers to questions like: -If my labs are normal could it still be a thyroid issue? -How do I know if I need thyroid hormone? -How can I wean off thyroid medication? -And more. Featured Studies https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30285179/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16670161/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27607246/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2...
Jul 05, 2023•29 min•Ep 415•Transcript available on Metacast If you're interested in having healthier relationships, you'll be interested to hear from Alison Armstrong. Alison is an expert in building understanding between men and women. One way she does this is by tapping into the hunter-gatherer relationship, which can still tell us a lot about modern mindsets. Tune in to hear what she's taught me about having a healthier understanding of how men and women think. Related Resources Alison Armstrong’s Courses: https://www.alisonarmstrong.com/ The 6 Hidden...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep 415•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, I debunk the myth that probiotics are harmful. Recently, some thought leaders have been suggesting that lactobacillus probiotics should be avoided in those with SIBO. But the problem with this take is the research that was favored versus the data that was dismissed... Tune in to hear more. Featured Studies https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34724979/ https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F1UxBbPthSGWZf9IlUejgnvHP1dzln6B/edit?usp=share_link&ouid=100741720065499617900&rtpof=true&sd=tru...
Jun 28, 2023•11 min•Ep 414•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, scientific proof comes to light about what works for a leaky gut repair. Leaky gut is when the tight junctions between the cells that line your small intestine loosen. This allows bacterial fragments and undigested food particles to enter your bloodstream, potentially causing an unwanted immune response. When the immune response is heightened, there’s a greater chance for chronic inflammation to occur, causing symptoms like diarrhea, brain fog, joint pain, and fatigue. This is w...
Jun 26, 2023•19 min•Ep 414•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, I cover updates to gut research. These updates are grouped into two main categories: gut dysbiosis and immune system. Gut health and immune health go hand-in-hand, so it may not be so shocking to hear how lowering gut inflammation can boost immunity. What exactly works to improve digestive symptoms and immune function? This episode features studies that reveal the power of diet and the pitfalls of lab tests and environmental exposures. Listen in to better understand how to build...
Jun 21, 2023•31 min•Ep 413•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dr. Sunjya Schweig—an expert in complex chronic illnesses—speaks about the first responder health program he devised for the Berkeley Fire Department. Exposure to extreme stressors leaves first responders prone to many health risks themselves. To date, the top two killers within this profession are cancer and suicide. Recognizing the need to help first responders with their physical and mental health, Dr. Schweig built a program that follows many of the best practices we use at ...
Jun 19, 2023•54 min•Ep 413•Transcript available on Metacast Weight loss is a perennial struggle for many people, and it’s not because they haven’t tried every approach available (including counting calories, restricting carbs, and increasing the amount of exercise they get). Today’s podcast guest, obesity expert Dr. Barbara Corkey, explains that many people have difficulty losing weight due to factors that go beyond behavioral change. These include the changing macronutrient content of food, additives in carbs that may be affecting our metabolism, and th...
Jun 14, 2023•58 min•Ep 335•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, I share one proven and simple supplement for depression. Depression rates continue to climb, with one out of ten adults and one out of five children experiencing the condition. To counteract depression, research reiterates the value of taking probiotics—a supplement widely used for digestive disorders. Having a healthy gut can help balance mood. Listen in to discover why probiotics and other simple, non-supplemental interventions are worth adding to your mental health toolkit. F...
Jun 12, 2023•20 min•Ep 412•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, you’ll learn from myself, Dr. Hannah Hamlin, and Dr. Scott Spiridigliozzi about Elemental Protein Bar—our clinic’s protein bar that’s gut friendly. I developed the Elemental Protein Bar based on the success of our Elemental Heal meal replacement shake, which helps reduce gut inflammation and symptoms associated with IBS, SIBO, and other digestive disorders. Compared to traditional protein bars on the market, our Elemental Protein Bar is made without prebiotic sweeteners that cau...
Jun 07, 2023•13 min•Ep 411•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
Jun 05, 2023•44 min•Ep 411•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
May 31, 2023•35 min•Ep 410•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
May 29, 2023•58 min•Ep 410•Transcript available on Metacast 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. L...
May 24, 2023•24 min•Ep 409•Transcript available on Metacast 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 t...
May 22, 2023•26 min•Ep 409•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
May 17, 2023•14 min•Ep 408•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
May 15, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep 408•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
May 10, 2023•14 min•Ep 407•Transcript available on Metacast 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 p...
May 08, 2023•38 min•Ep 407•Transcript available on Metacast https://drruscio.com/coffee-and-gut-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...
May 03, 2023•17 min•Ep 406•Transcript available on Metacast 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 Looking for more? Check out https://drruscio.com/resources...
May 01, 2023•19 min•Ep 406•Transcript available on Metacast 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 sup...
Apr 26, 2023•42 min•Ep 405•Transcript available on Metacast 
