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.

• 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 Ways to Improve Fatigue, Insomnia, Stress https://youtu.be/kEmj83EIfyU?si=4zdZsOIG3GlLP7dO

• Is it Regular Bloat or MCAS Bloat? https://youtu.be/zd_LXtkOhac?si=v7cd8NFCTHRkvGQ9

• Has Your Recovery from Mold Exposure Plateaued? https://youtu.be/AvcBBMY1iB4?si=hBqfYEpyQ8tJHf5f

• The MOST Effective SIBO Treatments https://youtu.be/gP4GWWDDFOY?si=9KuXZCfttqa7H_wM

• 4 Simple Ways to Improve Gut Issues (That AREN'T a Stool Test) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuTKXRyDKDg&t=111s

• Horowitz Lyme -MSIDS Questionaire https://restorativehealthclinic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Horowitz_LymeDiseaseQuestionnairev.pdf

• T-lab FISH test https://www.tlabdx.com/

• IGeneX test https://igenex.com/

• Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) with Dr. Tania Dempsey https://drruscio.com/mcas-symptoms-with-tania-dempsey/

• Do You Have These Unusual Symptoms of Lyme Disease? https://drruscio.com/unusual-symptoms-of-lyme-disease/

• The Connection Between Lyme Disease and Your Gut https://drruscio.com/lyme-disease-and-your-gut/

• Lyme Disease Causing Chronic SIBO https://drruscio.com/lyme-disease-causing-chronic-sibo-dr-rahbar-episode-33/

• Do Parasite Cleanses Really Work? https://drruscio.com/parasite-cleanse/

• How to Get Rid of Brain Fog: Your Action Plan https://drruscio.com/how-to-get-rid-of-brain-fog/

• Best Diet for Brain Health https://drruscio.com/best-diet-for-brain-health/

• Best Mast Cell Activation Syndrome Diet https://drruscio.com/mcas-diet/

00:00 Intro 

02:59 What is and is not Lyme disease

04:04 Vector-borne infections

09:23 Approaches to treatment

14:21 Symptoms of vector-borne infections

20:57 Efficacy of testing 

33:05 Tests we recommended

39:09 Exploring treatment options

46:35 Hyperbaric Oxygen and IV Ozone

52:40 Vitamin IVs

57:10 Methylene Blue

01:05:29: Lumbrokinase

01:08:10 Finding the right care

• Tick-Borne Disease Diagnostics and Surveillance Methods

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37895430/

• Abnormal Laboratory Values for Vector-Borne Illness

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33511252/

• Empirical validation of the Horowitz MIDS Questionnaire for Lyme disease

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28919803/

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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.

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• These Probiotics Improve Leaky Gut by 82%: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEt0kdT5AOU&t=239s 

• NEW Science-Backed Ways to Improve Fatigue, Insomnia, Stress: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kEmj83EIfyU&t=8s 

Read Next: 

• Why Probiotic Biodiversity is More Important than Strain: https://drruscio.com/what-is-the-best-probiotic-strain/ 

• The Best Probiotic Protocol? The Triple Therapy Approach: https://drruscio.com/triple-therapy-probiotic-protocol/ 

00:00  Intro 

02:06  What is Akkermansia?

04:29  “Only strain that lives and regulates the gut lining”

05:10  “Major part of the microbiome”

06:49  “Low levels are associated with poor gut health”

07:56  “Good for metabolism & gut health” 

10:30  Beware of “Positive Publication Bias”

12:14  Other probiotics that improve gut health

12:54  Increasing Akkermansia naturally

17:49  Key takeaways

18:54  Recommended protocol

• Akkermansia muciniphila: 18 years after its first discovery https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fgstr.2022.1024393/full

• Akkermansia muciniphila, a human intestinal mucin-degrading bacterium https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15388697/

• Role of Akkermansia in Human Diseases:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37111034/

• Akkermansia muciniphila improves glucose homeostasis https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33820962/

• Spatial Characteristics of Colonic Mucosa-Associated Gut Microbiota in Humans https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34223947/

• Next-Generation Probiotic in Modulating Human Metabolic Homeostasis and Disease Progression https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36835309/

• Gut Bifidobacteria Populations in Human Health and Aging https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27594848/

• Akkermansia muciniphila in the Human GI Tract https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30041463/

• Intestinal Lactobacillus in health and disease, a driver or just along for the ride? https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28866243/

• Akkermansia lower in severe obesity https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31265324/

• Impairment of Insulin Secretion and Glucose Homeostasis in Lean Type 2 Diabetes https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34085773/

• Akkermansia muciniphila in IBD: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9853388/

• Mucosa-Associated Microbiota in Patients with IBS https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33271532/

• Differences in the Composition of Gut Microbiota between Patients with Parkinson's Disease https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34884399/

• Gut microbiome of MS patients https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36113426/

• Probiotics fortify intestinal barrier function https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37168869/

• Outcome-Specific Efficacy of Different Probiotic Strains and Mixtures in IBS https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37686889/

• Clinical effects and gut microbiota changes of using probiotics, prebiotics or synbiotics in IBD https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33555375/

• Effects of probiotics on functional constipation https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32005532/

• Probiotics for Preventing and Treating SIBO https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28267052/

• Probiotics as an effective therapeutic approach in alleviating depression symptoms https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35348020/

• Diets that differ in their FODMAP content alter the colonic luminal microenvironment https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25016597/

• Prebiotic Effect on Gut With Altered FODMAP Intake in Patients with Crohn's Disease https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27077959/

• Efficacy of a low FODMAP diet in IBS https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34376515/

• Lipoprotein and Endotoxemia Improvement in Metabolic Syndrome with Gut Microbiota Modification https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31451009/

• Regulation of gut microbiome by keto diet https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36313018/

• Islamic fasting leads to an increased Akkermansia https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31854308/

• Strategies to promote Akkermansia https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30416539/

• Adjuvant Probiotics Attenuate Glycemic Levels and Inflammatory Cytokines in Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35299968/

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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

• A Simple Probiotic Protocol to Improve IBS & Leaky Gut https://youtu.be/drayyAojUJA?si=dyOltvfzu7VZ6mcj

• What’s the Best Probiotic for IBS? https://youtu.be/7quTmOpqJA4?si=au_0RY5K4JjBclRh

• What Type of Probiotic Should You Take? https://youtu.be/S8QNPqBGKJM?si=xUnzpfoYhriDbyKs

• The Best Supplements for the Gut Microbiome https://youtu.be/z1ipDsS7TY8?si=pLPHneHKH7ij59dS

• IBS Treatment Plan for Bloating, Constipation, and Diarrhea https://drruscio.com/ibs-treatment/

• Best Probiotic For Constipation https://drruscio.com/best-probiotic-for-constipation/

• Why Probiotics Are Important & A Simple Protocol To Get Started https://drruscio.com/why-probiotics-are-important/

• What You Should Know About IBS Probiotics https://drruscio.com/ibs-probiotics/

• Probiotic Benefits for Mother+Child & Histamine Intolerance https://drruscio.com/probiotic-benefits-for-motherchild-histamine-intolerance/

• How to Get the Best Benefit From Probiotics for Skin Health https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-skin/ 

00:00 Intro 

01:01 IBS and its underlying conditions

04:35 Probiotics for constipation and diarrhea 

08:13 Positive effects on H. Pylori treatment

09:48 Do probiotics increase weight loss?

14:29 Do probiotics affect exercise?

16:15 Skin health improvements

17:56 Benefits for colic

19:34 Probiotic protocol to start with

• Efficacy of Probiotics, Prebiotics and Synbiotics in IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37772692/

• Efficacy and Safety of Probiotics and Synbiotics for Constipation in Children: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37625312/

• Modern Probiotics for the Correction of Diarrhea and Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37801459/

• Probiotics Therapy for Adults with Diarrhea-Predominant IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36251040/

• The Effectiveness of Treatment with Probiotics in H. Pylori Eradication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37540067/

• L-Carnitine and Synbiotic Co-Supplementation on Women with Obesity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37929031/

• Microbiome-Targeted Therapies as an Adjunct to Traditional Weight Loss Interventions: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36530587/

• Benefits of the Probiotics and Synbiotics Supplementation on Anthropometric Indices and Body Composition in Adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38030409/

• Effects of Probiotic/Synbiotic Supplementation on Body Weight in Patients with Diabetes: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37085813/

• Effects of L-Carnitine Supplementation on Weight Loss and Body Composition: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32359762/

• Effects of Heat-Killed Lactiplantibacillus Plantarum TWK10 on Exercise, Fatigue, and Muscle Growth in Men: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37816697/

• Is There a Role for Modified Probiotics as Beneficial Microbes: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28884589/

• Gut-Skin Axis: Microbial Dysbiosis and Skin Conditions: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33670115/

• Probiotic Supplementation in Infant Atopic Dermatitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37345893/

• Infant Colic Represents Gut Inflammation and Dysbiosis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30177353/

• Microbiome of the First Stool After Birth and Infantile Colic: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32053826/

• Infant Microbiota in Colic: Problem Crying and Subsequent Child Behavior: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32279681/

• Reducing FODMAPs of Breastfeeding Mothers and Improvement Infantile Colic Symptoms: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30306603/

• Probiotic Supplementation and Breast Milk and Infant Gut Microbiome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37660760/

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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!

➡️ 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 Causes of Brain Fog (Why Gut Health Matters): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GkmwR2RCWkg&t=51s 

And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments!

➡️What is the BEST Exercise for Brain Health?  https://drruscio.com/best-exercise-for-brain-health/

➡️Beetroot Juice: Sip it or Skip it? https://drruscio.com/beetroot-juice/

➡️What Science Tells Us About the Best Diet for Brain Health https://drruscio.com/best-diet-for-brain-health/

➡️Can Fasting Improve Your Brain Health? https://drruscio.com/fasting-brain-health/

➡️Health News Reviews: Updates on Diets https://drruscio.com/health-news-reviews-oct-2017/

➡️Can You Use Probiotics for Brain Health Benefits? https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-brain-health/

➡️The Science Behind Intermittent Fasting and Circadian Rhythm https://drruscio.com/intermittent-fasting-and-circadian-rhythm/

➡️The Best Time to Take Multivitamins for Better Health https://drruscio.com/best-time-to-take-multivitamins/

00:00 Intro 

01:06 Exercise and hunger

04:28 Beetroot benefits

05:33 Polyphenols

07:40 Ultra-processed vs minimally processed foods

10:19 Mediterranean diet

11:43 Fish oil

14:34 Multivitamins

17:34 Intermittent fasting

20:02 Histamine

22:50 Key takeaways

• The Influence of Physical Activity on Neural Responses to Visual Food Cues

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37236384/

• Effects of a Chewable Beetroot-Based Supplement on Cognitive Performance

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37875637/

• The Effect of Beetroot Juice on Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34151694/

• Nitrate Derived From Beetroot Juice Lowers Blood Pressure in Patients

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35369064/

• Dietary (Poly)phenols and Cognitive Decline

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37888840/

• 100 Richest Dietary Sources of Polyphenols

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21045839/

• Ultra-Processed Food Consumption and Adult Mental Health Disorders

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36094005/

• Mediterranean-Diet Approaches for Neurodegenerative Delay (MIND) Diet and Cognitive Function https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37105521/

• Omega-3 Fatty Acids Effects on Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF)

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37589276/

• Effect of N-3 Long-Chain Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids on Mild Cognitive impairment

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31804628/

• Multivitamin Supplementation Improves Memory in Older Adults

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37244291/

• Multi-Vitamin/Mineral Supplement for Cognitive Function and Fatigue During Extended Multi-Tasking

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20737518/

• Time-Restricted Eating Versus Habitual Diet on Inflammatory Cytokines and Adipokines

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37865184/

• Intermittent Fasting Enhanced the Cognitive Function in Older Adults with Mild Cognitive Impairment

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32872655/

• Supplementation with DAO Enzyme in Women with Fibromyalgia

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37892588/

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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!

• 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: https://drruscio.com/low-fodmap-diet/

• Standard Low FODMAP Downloadable Guide: https://drruscio.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/5bStandard-Low-FODMAP-Diet-2020-5.pdf

• Vegetarian Low FODMAP Downloadable Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1r_O3SicImc7RFdgqvLiueTUcr_HgYoyL/view

• Monash App: https://www.monash.edu/monash-innovation/news/success-stories/fodmap

• How to Use Probiotics for Leaky Gut: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-leaky-gut/

• How to Relieve Bloating: https://drruscio.com/how-to-relieve-bloating/

• How to Balance Hormones: https://drruscio.com/how-to-balance-hormones/

00:00 Intro 

00:22 Why veggie bloat happens

03:58 Bloating and FODMAPS

05:03 Overgrowths and dysbiosis

06:55 Inflammation and leaky gut

08:14 Histamine intolerance 

10:22 Serotonin and female hormones 

11:30 The efficacy of the low FODMAP diet

14:07 How to rehab the gut

• Management of Chronic Abdominal Distension and Bloating: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32246999/  

• Abdominal Bloating in the United States:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36396061/

• U.S. Householder Survey of Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8359066/

• Prevalence and Associated Factors of Bloating:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37315866/

• Evaluation Of Carbohydrate and Fiber Consumption:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31141064/

• Short Chain Carbohydrates Alters the Pattern of Gas Production and Genesis:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20659225/

• Influence of Low FODMAP-Gluten Free Diet:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34261437/

• Impact of Saccharomyces Boulardii on Bacterial Overgrowth:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36630947/

• Symptoms of Patients with IBS Undergoing a Low-FODMAP Diet:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34371976/

• FODMAPs Alter Symptoms and the Metabolome of Patients with IBS:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26976734/

• High FODMAP Diet Causes Barrier Loss:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34618688/

• Effect of Diet on Gastrointestinal Endocrine Cells in IBS Patients:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28849091/

• Efficacy of a Low FODMAP Diet in IBS:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34376515/

• Challenges of the Low FODMAP Diet For Managing IBS:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32468985/

• Gut Symptoms during FODMAP Restriction and Food Challenges during FODMAP Reintroduction:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37375587/

• Effects of Probiotics Administration on Lactose Intolerance in Adulthood:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37225575/

• The Effect of a Short-Term Physical Activity  on Abdominal Bloating:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33868611/

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Recent research reveals just how effectively probiotics improve inflammation, cognition, and depression. Tune in to hear the details of the latest in health science.

• 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: https://drruscio.com/triple-therapy-probiotic-protocol/ 

• The Best Probiotics for Anxiety & How to Use Them: https://drruscio.com/best-probiotic-for-anxiety/ 

• Depression is More Than Serotonin. So What is it? https://drruscio.com/serotonin-theory-of-depression/ 

• How to Improve Depression & Anxiety Without Medication: https://drruscio.com/natural-mood-enhancers/ 

• Leaky Gut Supplements to Target Inflammation:  ​https://drruscio.com/leakygut-supplements/ 

• Reduce Stress Inflammation in 5 Steps: https://drruscio.com/reduce-stress-inflammation/ 

• How to Reduce Brain Inflammation: 4 Actions You Can Take Today: https://drruscio.com/reduce-brain-inflammation/ 

00:00 Intro 

00:42 How to Determine Evidence Quality

02:52 The Science Behind Depression is Evolving

05:52 “Microbiota Diversity as a New Target to Improve Mood”

08:05 The Effect of Probiotics & Fiber in Cognitive Function 

10:50 Probiotics for Premature Infant Neurodevelopment 

13:12 Probiotics for Alcohol Use Disorder 

14:40 Probiotics for Inflammation

17:48 Probiotics for MS 

19:22 “Probiotic Effects on Sexual Function in Depressant Women”

• Microbiota Diversity and Inflammation as a New Target to Improve Mood: Probiotic Use in Depressive Disorder: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37800206/ 

• The effect and safety of probiotics on depression: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37247076/ 

• Effect of Continuous Ingestion of Bifidobacteria and Dietary Fiber on Improvement in Cognitive Function: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37836458/ 

• Probiotic supplements are effective in people with cognitive impairment: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36629438/ 

• Effectiveness of a probiotic combination on the neurodevelopment of the very premature infant: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37365274/ 

• The Beneficial Effects of Lactobacillus GG Therapy on Liver and Drinking Assessments in Patients with Moderate Alcohol-Associated Hepatitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37040544/ 

• The role of probiotic supplementation in inflammatory biomarkers in adults: an umbrella meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37698776/ 

• The effect of probiotic supplementation on the clinical and para-clinical findings of multiple sclerosis: a randomized clinical trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37903945/ 

• Effects of Microecological Regulators on Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized, Controlled Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36904103/ 

• Adjuvant administration of probiotic effects on sexual function in depressant women undergoing SSRIs treatment: a double-blinded randomized controlled trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38216917/

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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! 

• 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: https://drruscio.com/probiotics-for-leaky-gut/ 

• Should You Get a Leaky Gut Test? https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-syndrome-test/ 

• Create Your Personalized Leaky Gut Diet Plan: https://drruscio.com/leaky-gut-diet-plan/ 

00:00 Intro 

00:46 Symptoms of leaky gut

02:39 The game-changing leaky gut study 

06:05 Serum zonulin & testing 

08:30 Probiotics improve SYMPTOMS

10:34 Our Probiotic Protocol

• Effect of a Multistrain Probiotic on Leaky Gut in Patients with Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Pilot Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36007493/  

• Efficacy of Probiotics for Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35433498/  

• Clinical effects and gut microbiota changes of using probiotics, prebiotics or synbiotics in inflammatory bowel disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33555375/ 

• Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials of the effects of probiotics on functional constipation in adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32005532/ 

• Comparative effectiveness of probiotic strains for the treatment of pediatric atopic dermatitis: A systematic review and network meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32524647/ 

• Role of Probiotics in Patients with Allergic Rhinitis: A Systematic Review of Systematic Reviews: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36405454/ 

• Effects of Microecological Regulators on Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized, Controlled Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36904103/ 

• Probiotics as an effective therapeutic approach in alleviating depression symptoms: an umbrella meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35348020/ 

• Probiotic supplementation improved cognitive function in cognitively impaired and healthy older adults: a systematic review of recent trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36529793/  

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The latest science on tackling hormone imbalances. 

I’d love to know what you thought about the episode in the comments!

• 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: https://drruscio.com/reduce-stress-inflammation/ 

• Improve Your Sleep Efficiancy: https://drruscio.com/improve-sleep-efficiency/ 

• EWG’s Skin Deep Cosmetic Database: https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ 

01:13 Gluten-free dieting 

09:19 How chemicals impact thyroid function

11:40 Balancing risks with benefits 

15:15 Heavy metal exposure on thyroid 

16:20 Vitamin D for thyroid autoimmunity 

17:51 Selenium supplementation for Hashimoto’s

18:53 Cordyceps for Hashimoto’s

20:39 Black cohosh for menopause 

21:37 Meditation & mindfulness for sleep & stress

• Effect of gluten-free diet on autoimmune thyroiditis progression in patients with no symptoms or histology of celiac disease: a meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37554764/ 

• An Italian prospective multicenter survey on patients suspected of having non-celiac gluten sensitivity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24885375/ 

• Exposure to pesticides and the risk of hypothyroidism: a systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37752464/ 

• Dietary Intake of Endocrine Disrupting Substances Presents in Environment and Their Impact on Thyroid Function - PMC: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7998837/ 

• Associations between exposure to phthalates and subclinical hypothyroidism in pregnant women during early pregnancy: A pilot case-control study in China: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36642176/ 

• Systematic Review of the Effects of Blueberry on Cognitive Performance as We Age: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30941401/ 

• The effect of blueberry interventions on cognitive performance and mood: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30999017/ 

• Fish intake, n-3 fatty acid body status, and risk of cognitive decline: a systematic review and a dose-response meta-analysis of observational and experimental studies: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34605891/  

• Impact of lead exposure on the thyroid glands of individuals living in high- or low-lead exposure areas: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36961188/ 

• Therapeutic effect of vitamin D in Hashimoto's thyroiditis: a prospective, randomized and controlled clinical trial in China: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37969187/ 

• Effects of vitamin D supplementation on autoantibodies and thyroid function in patients with Hashimoto's thyroiditis: A systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38206745/ 

• Clinical efficacy of selenium supplementation in patients with Hashimoto thyroiditis: A systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37335715/ 

• Efficacy and safety of Ophiocordyceps sinensis in the treatment of Hashimoto's thyroiditis: a systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37854714/

• Black cohosh extracts in women with menopausal symptoms: an updated pairwise meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37192826/ 

• Omega-3 long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids as a potential treatment for reducing dysmenorrhoea pain: Systematic literature review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37545015/ 

• Behavioral interventions for improving sleep outcomes in menopausal women: a systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36067398/ 

• Mindfulness and emotion regulation--an fMRI study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23563850/ 

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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!

• 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: https://drruscio.com/sifo-small-intestinal-fungal-overgrowth/ 

• Make it Yours—Daily Gut Health Routine to Fit Your Lifestyle: https://drruscio.com/daily-gut-health-routine/ 

• How to Heal Your Gut Naturally: https://drruscio.com/how-to-heal-your-gut-naturally/ 

00:00 Intro 

01:04 What IS candida? 

03:38 The causes of candida 

07:01 Candida testing 

12:08 The role of oral health 

14:21 How to gauge candida levels

17:05 How to balance the WHOLE microbiome

22:15 Supplements AS effective as meds

27:55 Herbal antifungals 

• Candidiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32809459/ 

• Candida albicans- The Virulence Factors and Clinical Manifestations of Infection: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33499276/ 

• Healthy Diet and Lifestyle Improve the Gut Microbiota and Help Combat Fungal Infection: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37375058/  

• Intestinal candidiasis and antibiotic usage in children: case study of Nsukka, South Eastern Nigeria: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29937890/ 

• Investigating Colonization of the Healthy Adult Gastrointestinal Tract by Fungi: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29600282/ 

• Fungal feelings in the irritable bowel syndrome: the intestinal mycobiome and abdominal pain: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36723172/ 

• Dysmotility and proton pump inhibitor use are independent risk factors for small intestinal bacterial and/or fungal overgrowth: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23574267/ 

• Beyond Just Bacteria: Functional Biomes in the Gut Ecosystem Including Virome, Mycobiome, Archaeome and Helminths: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32231141/ 

• What is the Healthy Gut Microbiota Composition? A Changing Ecosystem across Age, Environment, Diet, and Diseases: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30634578/ 

• Commensal Fungi in Health and Disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28799901/ 

• Healthy Diet and Lifestyle Improve the Gut Microbiota and Help Combat Fungal Infection - PMC: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10302699/ 

• Archaea and fungi of the human gut microbiome: correlations with diet and bacterial residents: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23799070/ 

• The dietary modification and treatment of intestinal Candida overgrowth - a pilot study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30166063/ 

• Manipulation of Host Diet To Reduce Gastrointestinal Colonization by the Opportunistic Pathogen Candida albicans: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27303684/ 

• Comparison of the therapeutic effects of Garcin(®) and fluconazole on Candida vaginitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26512149/ 

• Biocompatibility and Effectiveness of a Novel, Organic Olive Oil-Based Denture Adhesive: A Multicenter Randomized and Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33805975/ 

• Vitamin D-supplemented yogurt drink reduces Candida infections in a paediatric intensive care unit: a randomised, placebo-controlled clinical trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30773722/  

• Investigating Colonization of the Healthy Adult Gastrointestinal Tract by Fungi - PMC: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5874442/  

• Comparing the Effect of Probiotic and Fluconazole on Treatment and Recurrence of Vulvovaginal Candidiasis: a Triple-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36198994/  

• Effect of Probiotics on Oral Candidiasis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31615039/  

• Probiotics Prevent Candida Colonization and Invasive Fungal Sepsis in Preterm Neonates: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27793494/  

• Prophylactic Saccharomyces boulardii versus nystatin for the prevention of fungal colonization and invasive fungal infection in premature infants: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23703468/  

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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!

• How to Improve Sleep Efficiency: https://drruscio.com/improve-sleep-efficiency/

• The Missing Link Between Stress and Gut Health? Gut Bacteria: https://drruscio.com/stress-and-gut-health/

• Can Stress Cause Bloating? https://drruscio.com/can-stress-cause-bloating/

• Exercise for Depression: https://drruscio.com/exercise-for-depression/

• Natural Mood Enhancers: How to Improve Anxiety Without Medication https://drruscio.com/natural-mood-enhancers/

• Do You Have These Surprising High-Funcitoning Anxiety Symptoms? https://drruscio.com/high-functioning-anxiety-symptoms/ 

• Quiet Your Mind and Get to Sleep Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1572246278?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

• CBT for Insomnia: https://www.cbtforinsomnia.com/

• Behavioral Sleep Medicine Memebers Directory: https://www.behavioralsleep.org/index.php/united-states-sbsm-members 

00:00 Intro 

01:23 Can exercise offset too little sleep? 

03:26 How to improve post-infection fatigue

05:21 An effective strategy for insomnia

06:35 Does blue-light blocking actually help sleep? 

09:42 The importance of caffeine timing 

11:40 Supports for chronic fatigue  

14:21 Ways to improve mood & stress

• Joint association of physical activity and sleep duration with risk of all-cause and cause-specific mortality: a population-based cohort study using accelerometry: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36990109/ 

• Positive Effects of Probiotic Therapy in Patients with Post-Infectious Fatigue: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37233680/  

• Comparative Effectiveness of Digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy vs Medication Therapy Among Patients With Insomnia: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37040111/  

• Blue-light filtering spectacle lenses for visual performance, sleep, and macular health in adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37593770/  

• Restricting short-wavelength light in the evening to improve sleep in recreational athletes - A pilot study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30427265/ 

• Awakening effects of blue-enriched morning light exposure on university students' physiological and subjective responses: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30674951/ 

• The effect of caffeine on subsequent sleep: A systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36870101/ 

• Coenzyme Q10 + alpha lipoic acid for chronic COVID syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35994177/ 

• Effectiveness of physical activity interventions on reducing perceived fatigue among adults with chronic conditions: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37666869/ 

• The Effects of Dose, Practice Habits, and Objects of Focus on Digital Meditation Effectiveness and Adherence: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37725801/ 

• Mindfulness and emotion regulation--an fMRI study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23563850/  

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