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Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #143

by Dr. Ruscio on April 20, 2018 Comments

Dr. Ruscio’s Wrap Up #143

Get help using this information to become healthier. Get your personalized plan for optimizing your gut health with my new book. Healthcare providers looking to sharpen their clinical skills, check out the Future of Functional Medicine Review Clinical Newsletter. In Case You Missed It On Monday, we discussed important advice for functional medicine patients. On Wednesday's podcast release, we spoke with Dr. Lawrence Afrin and discussed Mast Cell Activation Syndrome … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Wrap Ups Tagged With: Allergology, Allergy, Clinical Medicine, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Esophagitis, Homeostatic Balance, Immune System, Immune System Disorders, Immunology, Match Play, Medicine, Muscle Damage, Pepper Soup Recipe, Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome, Rhinitis, Rtt, Ruscio, S Wrap, Stuffed Pepper Soup Recipe, Systematic Review, thyroid, Thyroid Stimulation

Mast Cell Activation, Part 2 with Dr. Lawrence Afrin

by Dr. Ruscio on April 18, 2018 4 Comments

Mast Cell Activation, Part 2 with Dr. Lawrence Afrin

We recently discussed Mast Cell Activation Syndrome with Dr. Lawrence Afrin.  Today we dive into part 2 of this discussion and tackle mostly audience questions in the diagnosis, treatment and troubleshooting of MCAS. Dr. R's Fast Facts When mast cells release, can it feel similar to a hot flash? Yes, a flare can feel like a hot flash. Can MCAS in the GI Tract cause symptoms such as anxiety, brain fog & extreme hunger immediately after eating? Yes, however, MCAS is a systemic … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Autoimmunity, Podcasts, Wrap Ups Tagged With: Causes Ibs, Cell Density, Cell Direct, Cell Diseases, Cell Disorders, Cell Release, Cell Research, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Testing, Hives, Immune System, Immune System Disorders, Immunoglobulin E, Immunology, Mast Cell, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, Mastocytosis, Medicine, Michael Ruscio, Red Blood Cell, Red Cell Aplasia, Rtt, Syndromes

Peptides – Medical Breakthrough for Anti-aging and Immune Health with Dr. Kevin Wallace

by Dr. Ruscio on March 21, 2018 4 Comments

Peptides – Medical Breakthrough for Anti-aging and Immune Health with Dr. Kevin Wallace

Today I speak with Dr. Kevin Wallace on the topic of peptides which have very promising potential for anti-aging and for immune system health.  We discuss this exciting field and how these simple amino acid sequences can help you feel more vital, energetic and even help dampen an overzealous immune system. Dr. R's Fast Facts Overarching Message for People Interested in Using Peptides and Hormones Works best on healthy individuals, good gut health, well detoxed, etc. Who Can Best … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Autoimmunity, Podcasts Tagged With: Cortisol, Edwin Lee, Endocrine System, Estrogen, Female Hormone Imbalance, Glucocorticoids, Hepatotoxins, Hormonal Therapy, Hormone, Hormone Deficiency, Hormone Estrogen, Hormone Imbalance, Hypogonadism, Immune System, Increase Hormones, Michael Ruscio, Peptide Hormones, Peptide Therapy, Pregnanes, Progesterone, Prolactin Releasers, Sex Hormones, Thyroid Cortisol, Thyroid Hormones

How to Resolve Chronic Hives – Audience Question

by Dr. Ruscio on February 5, 2018 6 Comments

How to Resolve Chronic Hives – Audience Question

Today I answer an audience question regarding hives, aka urticaria.  We’ll discuss what causes urticaria and how it can be treated both naturally and with medications. There is a gut and autoimmune component to urticaria, and the treatments are applicable to many other gut and autoimmune conditions. Dr. R's Fast Facts Urticaria, also known as hives What causes it? There are a few theories as to the cause; autoimmune might be the best supported theory out there Is there a gut … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Autoimmunity Tagged With: Allergy, Autoimmune Condition, Cause Hives, Causes Urticaria, Chronic Hives, Chronic Urticaria, Clinical Medicine, Contact Urticaria, Diet Reduce, Fodmap, Histamine, Histamine Diet, Hives, Immune System, Immune System Disorders, Immunology, Mast Cell, Medicine, Michael Ruscio, Type I Hypersensitivity, Urticaria Hives

Healthy Worms to Repair the Gut & Immune System with Garin Aglietti

by Dr. Ruscio on January 31, 2018 3 Comments

Healthy Worms to Repair the Gut & Immune System with Garin Aglietti

Today we follow up on our recent conversation on helminth therapy, aka intestinal worms.  We speak with Garin Aglietti, who is a worm farmer and works first-hand in helping people rebalance their gut ecology with worms.  As weird as it sounds, intestinal worms used to be the norm and the current day absence of them may open the door for inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. Dr. R's Fast Facts *Disclaimer: Do not take any action without speaking to your doctor. This podcast is for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gut Health, Podcasts Tagged With: Autoimmune Condition, Clinical Medicine, Healthy Gut, Helminth Therapy, Helminthic Therapy, Helminths, Human Worm, Immune Modulating, Immune System, Immunology, Intestinal Worms, Killing Worms, Medicine, Michael Ruscio, Therapy, Worm Types, Worms, Worms Live

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome with Clinician and Researcher Dr. Lawrence Afrin

by Dr. Ruscio on November 8, 2017 15 Comments

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome with Clinician and Researcher Dr. Lawrence Afrin

This was a fantastic discussion with clinician and researcher in Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Dr. Lawrence Afrin.  MCAS is something to consider when you haven’t responded to anything else: diet, lifestyle, gut treatments, thyroid….  And, here is the kicker… it doesn’t require extensive lab testing nor expensive treatments for many cases. Dr. R's Fast Facts Dr. Afrin is a clinical practitioner and researcher of MCAD and MCAS What is/are MCAD? Umbrella term for the full realm … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Autoimmunity, Podcasts Tagged With: Biology, Cell Biology, Cell Diseases, Cell Disorders, Equip Foods, Gi Symptoms, Histamine, Hives, Immune System, Immune System Disorders, Immunoglobulin E, Immunology, Individual Patients, Labs Testing, Low Histamine, Mast Cell, Mastocytosis, Medication Dosage, Medicine, Michael Ruscio, Perfect Keto, Proper Medication, Syndromes, Treat Patients

Is Your Chronically Low Vitamin D Due to an Infection?

by Dr. Ruscio on September 29, 2017 2 Comments

Is Your Chronically Low Vitamin D Due to an Infection?

This week we explore a theory behind the potential cause of chronically low vitamin D levels. Intracellular infections may cause a process that depletes your body of vitamin D, causing a whole host of health issues. If you’re struggling with brain fog, fatigue, or you get sick often, you should consider checking your vitamin D levels. Get help with your chronically low vitamin D levels. Get a free gut health eBook and be notified when my print book becomes available. Healthcare … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Autoimmunity, Diet & Lifestyle Tagged With: Biomolecules, Calcitriol, Calcitriol Receptor, Cause Low Vitamin D Levels, Health, Immune System, Low Vitamin D, Low Vitamin D Levels, Nutrition, Restore Vitamins, Secosteroids, Vitamin, Vitamin A, vitamin D, Vitamin D And Neurology, Vitamin D Deficiencies, Vitamin D Deficient, Vitamin D Levels, Vitamin D Store, Vitamin D Supplements, Vitamins

Chronically Low Vitamin D – The Infection Connection

by Dr. Ruscio on September 25, 2017 16 Comments

Chronically Low Vitamin D – The Infection Connection

Vitamin D deficiency has been associated with several health conditions, while sufficient blood vitamin D levels correlate with good health. So what if you’re low in vitamin D, but increasing your sun exposure and taking a vitamin D supplement doesn’t seem to budge your levels? Is more vitamin D the answer? In some cases this might actually make things worse. Get help with chronically low vitamin D. Get a free gut health eBook and be notified when my print book becomes … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Autoimmunity, Diet & Lifestyle Tagged With: Biomolecules, Blood Vitamins, Calcifediol, Calcitriol, Cholecalciferol, Have Vitamin, Immune System, Infection Connection, Low Vitamin D, Michael Ruscio, Nick Hedberg, Nutrition, Restore Vitamins, Secosteroids, Sun Tanning, Vitamin A, vitamin D, Vitamin D And Neurology, Vitamin D Deficiencies, Vitamin D Levels, Vitamin D Supplements, Vitamins

Why You Shouldn’t Always Mimic the Habits and Lifestyle of Healthier Populations: A Study on the Complexities of the Immune System.

by Dr. Ruscio on June 23, 2017 2 Comments

Why You Shouldn’t Always Mimic the Habits and Lifestyle of Healthier Populations: A Study on the Complexities of the Immune System.

We always look to and study healthier populations to see what keeps them healthy, but what we discover should not always be mimicked. The immune system and the biome are complex systems that should take into account the upbringing, lifestyle, and culture of the individual. If you need help with autoimmunity, click here. To be notified when my print book becomes available & get a free gut health eBook, click here. If you are a healthcare provider looking to sharpen your clinical … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Autoimmunity Tagged With: Anatomy, Autoimmune, Autoimmune Diseases, Autoimmunity, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Skills, Diet Low, Digestive System, Farm Life, Gastrointestinal Tract, Gastrointestinal Tract Disorders, Gut Health, Healthcare, Immune System, Immunology, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Life Training, Low Incidence, Medicine, System Training, Western Culture

Autoimmunity and Exposure to Animals and Dirt

by Dr. Ruscio on June 19, 2017 Comments

Autoimmunity and Exposure to Animals and Dirt

Autoimmune conditions are more common in westernized societies. This is in part because we lack exposure to dirt and animals, which help to tone our immune systems. This would suggest that increasing your exposure to dirt and animals could help balance your immune system. This can be true, but it is not an absolute rule. In fact, one study has shown that visiting a farm can actually increase asthma. Let’s discuss. If you need help with autoimmunity, click here. To be notified when my print … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Autoimmunity Tagged With: Allergic Asthma, Allergy, Asthma Bad, Autoimmune, Autoimmune Condition, Autoimmune Disease, Autoimmunity, Coeliac Disease, Farm Life, Gastrointestinal Tract, Gut Health, Health Care, Healthcare, Healthy Cells, Hygiene Hypothesis, Immune System, Immunity, Immunology, Lows Carb, Medicine, Michael Ruscio, Rtt

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