Dr. Ruscio Radio: Health, Nutrition And Functional Medicine

I’m excited to have Dr. David Perlmutter back on the podcast to discuss uric acid and its pivotal connection to our overall health. Which foods lower and raise uric acid? What is its role in diabetes, alzheimer’s, gut health, and brain health? All of this will be covered, as well as best protocols for lowering high uric acid. You don’t want to miss this! Listen now!  Learn more about lowering uric acid in Dr. Perlmutter’s book, Drop Acid!  https://drperlmutter.com/learn/books/ Connect with Dr. Perlmutter online: https://www.instagram.com/davidperlmutter/ www.drperlmutter.com Need help navigating your digestive or other health conditions? Learn more about our virtual clinic: https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/

In today’s episode, we are happy to hear from our clinic’s Dr. Scott and one of his patients, Keith about his successful experience tackling gut health issues. Keith’s case posed a very common conundrum that we’ve seen in many with gut health issues - are we dealing with bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), fungal overgrowth (candida) or potentially both? We’ll walk through some of the key indications that Keith’s initial SIBO diagnosis was actually a candida case, and we’ll cover the best testing and treatments that led to Keith’s recovery.  Need help navigating your digestive or other health conditions? Learn more about our virtual clinic: https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/

If you’re experiencing histamine intolerance, it’s important to consider a few different factors in order to adequately heal. From addressing your gut’s specific needs to differentiating between supplements and medications, I’ll outline 4 steps to healing your histamine intolerance. I’ll also share recommended protocols and the low histamine diet. Watch now!   Download our FREE guide to navigating histamine intolerance!: https://drruscio.com/histamine-ebook/ Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/  

I’m very excited to have thyroid expert, Dr. Antonio Bianco back on the podcast! In this episode, we have a fascinating discussion about different approaches to hypothyroidism therapy. He shares his research on the use of levothyroxine in comparison to combination therapy and provides insights on how to adjust treatment for patients’ needs. You don’t want to miss this! Listen now.  We want to improve your thyroid health! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/   Check out Dr. Bianco’s book, “Rethinking Hypothyroidism: Why Treatment Must Change and What Patients Can Do”. https://www.amazon.com/Rethinking-Hypothyroidism-Treatment-Change-Patients/dp/0226823164  

Black cumin, also known as black seed oil, is an ancient remedy that has a multitude of surprising benefits! I was very impressed to find it improves fungal overgrowth, thyroid health, cholesterol and more. I’ll dive into 10 health benefits of black cumin plus offer my recommended protocols.   Watch more videos like this

In today’s episode, our patient Greg shares his journey with gut issues and vector borne illnesses. His story may sound familiar to anyone who has been diagnosed with chronic infections - constant turnover of different antimicrobials, a regular onset of new symptoms, and more.  Upon learning about vector borne illnesses from our podcast, Greg reached out to work with us and finally found the right treatment after years of no solutions. Listen in and learn what helped Greg start healing. Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/

In today’s episode, I was very excited to sit down with Dr. Ilana Gurevich to discuss the latest, most effective approaches to GI conditions. We explore the usage of sulfur for the gut, the role of the mitochondria in the body’s overall health, treating parasites, as well as SIBO and Candida. We’ll also share recommended protocols for each condition. Listen now!   

A fascinating new study has found that bad breath, or “halitosis” may be correlated with gut issues. In the study, 99% of those who were given treatment for their gut health actually fixed their bad breath! In this episode, I’ll break down the connection between conditions like SIBO and bad breath, and I’ll recommend an effective probiotic protocol to treat bad breath.  

Thiamine is a highly underrated but very important vitamin for your gut health, mitochondria, immune system, and more. However, 56% of people aren’t getting enough. In this episode, I’ll explain the important function of thiamine, signs of deficiency, health conditions associated with it and how you can add more thiamine in your diet.  Check out these great resources on thiamine by previous Ruscio Radio guests! Dr. Sarah Ballantyne’s Nutrivore website with nutrition information: https://nutrivore.com/nutrients/vitamin-b1/ Elliot Overton’s recommended thiamine protocols: https://www.eonutrition.co.uk/protocols   

Seed oils have been a controversial topic as of late.  But, are they all harmful? In this episode, I’ll present extensive research on seed oils, how they’re affecting your body, and suggest the best ways to consume them.   Videos like this

Today I’m joined by Dr. Henry Lindner, who has done tremendous work in researching and treating vector borne illnesses, specifically bartonella and babesia. We discuss symptoms, testing, and several treatment options that can support you in fighting the parasites that may be causing your underlying gut issues, fatigue and insomnia. Dr. Lindner also shares his personal experience with vector illnesses and what he is doing now to create more effective solutions.  

I’m very excited to have naturopathic physician Dr. Mona Morstein on today’s podcast to speak on treating candida! As an avid follower of her work, I was very interested in getting her insight on everything from fungal overgrowth symptoms to diagnosis, diets and treatments. Hear her take on the best testing methods and learn about her recommended treatment plan!   

If you’ve experienced tick borne disease, you know it can be difficult to find the right care. Thus, I was very excited to have chronic illness expert, Dr. Myriah Hinchey on the podcast! In this episode, she sheds light on the best testing and treatment approaches that encourage patients to have hope and motivation for their healing. We discuss inflammation, handling die-off, alternative therapies, and more. Gain insight into vector borne illnesses and listen now!   

I had an eye-opening discussion with environment and health expert, Dr. Ian Mudway about the prevalence and risks of microplastics in our everyday lives. How do we consume microplastics? Are they a danger to our health? How can we lessen the exposure of microplastics? Tune in to answer all these questions and more!  

If you have been struggling with chronic health conditions, I see you and I know firsthand how difficult it can be holistically. While you heal your body, it is important to take optimal care of your mindset. In fact, your mindset can greatly influence your healing process. In this episode, I’ve compiled some sage mind-body healing advice from four expert podcast guests - Dr. Jeffrey Gladden, Ajay Tejasvi, Dr. Josh Axe, and Dr. Anthony Balduzzi. It’s time to build a better mindset - you can and WILL heal.  

Today I’m joined by Dr. Eleanor Womack (Harvard graduate & Medical Director for ATX Hyperbarics) to discuss the impressive benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy from immunity, mold toxicity, and fatigue to gut health. To learn more about the incredible science behind HBOT, its proven benefits, and protocols for how to use it most effectively, join us!   

As 2024 comes to an end, I’m rounding up some of the best gut health research and advice from the past year! In this compilation video, I’ll share some of the best gut supplement recommendations as given by great expert guests – Dr. Allison Siebecker, Herbalist Olivia Amitrano, Dr. Alex Ford, Dr. Josh Axe, and Nutritional Therapist Elliot Overton. You don’t want to miss this! Watch full interviews with each expert below.  

Have you experienced difficulty tolerating certain foods? Have you tried supplements but are unsure what’s right for you? In this episode, I chat with integrative registered dietitian nutritionist, Heidi Turner all about her expert approach to food intolerances and the best supplements to help you heal. Learn more, watch now!   

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) has a powerful impact on your overall health. Thiamine expert Elliot Overton stops by to speak on thiamine’s effect on gut conditions, mitochondrial health, and more. Learn how to identify deficiencies and the best thiamine protocol. You don’t want to miss this one! 

Are you dealing with persistent diarrhea? Have you tested for or considered testing for C. Difficile (c.diff)? Gastroenterologist and c.diff expert Dr. Neil Stollman stops by the podcast to discuss testing for c.diff, how to heal, and Fecal Microbiota Transplant (FMT) options for common gut conditions. Learn more, watch now!