Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is often diagnosed when symptoms don’t have an obvious cause. But anyone with IBS symptoms knows it’s a REAL condition. Dr. Alex Ford and I are share what irritable bowel syndrome treatments are getting wrong—and how to start feeling better.  👇 Watch more videos like this 👇  ➡️A Simple Probiotic Protocol to Improve IBS & Leaky Gut      https://youtu.be/drayyAojUJA?si=4WTLaGaQmeND_2Tn ➡️The Pros & Pitfalls of Getting Tested for IBS ...

Many have heard of Lyme Disease, but did you know it’s just one of many other vector-borne illnesses? I sit down with Dr. Tania Dempsey to discuss vector infections as well as the best testing and treatment options.   Watch More Videos Like This Gut Health Q&A: Constipation, Bloating, Eczema & Parasites https://youtu.be/pCZ0nK7Hz9E?si=fd461XuCvAM2UYRq The Most Effective Brain Health Diets & Supplements https://youtu.be/j0b-5ovJJwc?si=7upHV9wGEynfiAYA NEW Science-Backed...

Have you recently heard about Akkermansia and wondered what it's all about?   We know it’s a commensal bacteria that resides in the human gut, thriving in the mucus layer, but its popularity in the wellness world has many asking: Are the benefits truly substantial?   To answer this question let’s go over some common claims and what the research actually tells us.   Watch Next… These Probiotics Improve Leaky Gut by 82%: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEt0kdT5AOU&t=239s  NEW...

Probiotics can be a great tool for improving H. Pylori, Diarrhea, IBS and other gut-related problems. I’ll cover new research and probiotic protocols that will help you heal these common health issues.  And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments   Watch More Videos Like This A Simple Probiotic Protocol to Improve IBS & Leaky Gut https://youtu.be/drayyAojUJA?si=dyOltvfzu7VZ6mcj What’s the Best Probiotic for IBS?...

The right brain health diet can improve cognition, memory, focus, AND mood. I’ll break down the best brain boosting foods and habits—and share the brain supplements that work according to science. Tune in!   👇 Watch More Videos Like This 👇  ➡️ 8 Ways to Beat Brain Fog & Boost Cognition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tk_ICGk0RwQ&t=2s  ➡️ The Top 4 Gut & Brain Health Benefits of Probiotics EXPLAINED: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mr369OAmrMU&t=590s  ➡️The REAL Root...

They’re some of the healthiest foods available, so why do vegetables cause bloating for many people? I’ll break down what causes our stomach to bloat and suggest effective, researched-backed solutions. Tune-in! If you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… How to Heal Your Gut with the Low FODMAP Diet: https://drruscio.com/low-fodmap/ A Step-By-Step Guide to the Low FODMAP Diet: ...

Recent research reveals just how effectively probiotics improve inflammation, cognition, and depression. Tune in to hear the details of the latest in health science. Watch/Read Next… Can You Use Probiotics for Brain Health: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-brain-health/  What are the Signs You Need Probiotics? https://drruscio.com/what-are-the-signs-you-need-probiotics/  The Best Probiotics Protocol? The Triple Therapy Approach:...

We already knew probiotics improve leaky gut, but this study shows just how game-changing probiotics might be for leaky gut improvement.  Tune in and let me know what you think!  Watch/Read Next… What is Leaky Gut: https://drruscio.com/what-is-leaky-gut/  Symptoms of Leaky Gut: https://drruscio.com/symptoms-of-leaky-gut/  How to Use Leaky Gut Supplements to Target Inflammation: https://drruscio.com/leakygut-supplements/  Your Guide for How to Use Probiotics for Leaky Gut:...

The latest science on tackling hormone imbalances.  I’d love to know what you thought about the episode in the comments! Watch/Read Next… How to Use Thyroid Supplements: https://drruscio.com/thyroid-supplements/  Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopause: https://drruscio.com/bioidentical-hormone-replacement-therapy/  How Being in Nature Reduces Stress: https://drruscio.com/nature-reduces-stress/  Reduce Stress Inflammation in 5 Steps:...

If you have or suspect you have candida & SIFO, let’s break down what it is, why it happens, and 4 simple strategies for relief.  If you have any additional questions you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… What is the Strongest Candida Killer? https://drruscio.com/strongest-candida-killer/  Do You Need a Candida Test? https://drruscio.com/candida-overgrowth-test/ SIFO with Dr. Satish Rao:...

The latest research has new strategies for how to improve sleep. There are also important findings on improving fatigue and mood. Tune in to hear research-backed methods to improve your health. If you have any additional questions you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… How to Improve Sleep Efficiency: https://drruscio.com/improve-sleep-efficiency/ The Missing Link Between Stress and Gut Health? Gut Bacteria:...

New research shows that a long-term low FODMAP diet can be used effectively for IBS. This is huge as there have been many theoretical concerns about using a low FODMAP diet long-term, such as negative impacts to the gut microbiota, nutrition levels, and quality of life.  However, we’ll cover each common criticism and answer them with science.  And if you have any additional questions about low FODMAP that you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read...

Wondering what the thyroid levels from your thyroid lab test mean? I’ll break down what the different thyroid hormones indicate and dispel some misconceptions about which levels actually require medication.  If you have any additional questions you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments! Watch/Read Next… Optimal Thyroid Levels: https://drruscio.com/optimal-thyroid-levels  Hyperthyroidism vs Hypothyroidism:...

Tune in for an installment of my gut health Q&A, where I answer your questions about all things gut health. This installment is a probiotic edition, where I’ll touch on probiotic foods, dosing, side effects, and talk about whether the hype around Akkermansia is warranted. Be sure to tune in!  And if you have any questions you would like answered in a future installment, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… How Often to Take Probiotics and Other Probiotic Basics:...

Here are 8 simple, practical ways to beat brain fog that you can start today.  Brain fog is the frustrating experience of cloudy, slowed thinking. Many of us have experienced it at some point, but if you’re struggling with it regularly, there’s a lot that you can do. Tune in!  And if you have any additional questions you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… How to Get Rid of Brain Fog: Your Action Plan:...

The latest studies help inform how to resolve constipation, acid reflux, and food reactivity.  If you’re ready to nerd out about gut health, tune in.  And if you have any other gut health topics you’d like me to cover, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… Abdominal Self-Massage for Constipation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zI4h_GXSJUk&t=2s   Get Your Gut Moving: Probiotics for Constipation: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-constipation/ Choosing the Best...

Leaky gut is COMMON. Finding the best foods for leaky gut can be confusing since much of the dietary advice is mixed.  Fortunately, extensive research has been conducted in this area and can show us exactly which foods are health-promoting for leaky gut. Tune in to hear the top 10 and how to get them in your diet. And if you have any additional questions you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… A Step-by-Step Guide to the Low FODMAP Diet:...

There’s still a lot we don’t understand about the science of leaky gut. Does it cause disease or is it a symptom? What’s the best way to test for it? Which treatments actually work to repair it?  Today’s guest is one of the best people to begin to answer these questions.  Dr. Camilleri is a renowned gastroenterology researcher and professor at the Mayo Clinic.  Tune in to hear about cutting-edge innovations and informed understandings around leaky gut testing and treatment.  If you have...

New research doesn’t just tell us that probiotics improve leaky gut, candida, and IBS, it tells us how.  Join me to unpack the exciting findings behind probiotics for leaky gut, candida, and IBS, and a protocol you can use at home to help find relief.  And if you have any additional questions you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… Create a Leaky Gut Diet Plan: https://drruscio.com/?p=56263  How to Spot Leaky Gut:...

You might have heard the buzz around berberine, often referred to as “nature's Ozempic”.   Berberine is a powerhouse for many things, from reducing inflammation to regulating blood sugar levels. Tune in to hear which benefits the science supports (and the surprising ones it doesn’t) and get a simple dosing guide.  And if you have any additional questions you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments!   Watch/Read Next… Diets Debunked: The Noom Program:...

Recent research highlights that probiotics can make a significant impact on a wide range of conditions like immunity, stress, allergies, and even lactose intolerance.  Tune in to hear the latest updates and stay in step with the science.   Read & Watch Next What is Leaky Gut? https://drruscio.com/what-is-leaky-gut/  How to Use Probiotics for Bloating & Constipation Relief: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-bloating/   How Long Does it Take for Probiotics to Work? ...

There’s a common misconception that you shouldn’t take probiotics for SIBO.   Where this comes from is the thought that adding bacteria to a bacterial overgrowth must be a bad idea.   But this overlooks how probiotics actually work AND the plethora of data we have on probiotics for SIBO.  So let’s dive in to see what all the data actually means.    Read/Watch Next The Ultimate 3-Step SIBO Treatment Guide: https://drruscio.com/sibo-treatments/  Your Guide to Choosing the Right SIBO...

Slow thinking, trouble finding words, & poor memory are all signs of brain fog. But what IS brain fog, really?  Tune in to hear what brain fog is and what's actually causing it, so you can treat and prevent it effectively.   Watch/Read Next How to Get Rid of Brain Fog: Your Action Plan: https://drruscio.com/how-to-get-rid-of-brain-fog/  How to Target Neuroinflammation and Beat Brain Fog: https://drruscio.com/neuroinflammation/ The Hidden Reason You Have Brain Fog: ...

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...