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How to reduce brain inflammation: 4 actions you can take today
Dr Ruscio is a Doctor of Natural Medicine, Doctor of Chiropractic, clinical researcher and author. His podcast, Dr Ruscio Radio presents cutting edge information in health, nutrition and functional medicine distilled into practical advice that can be used to improve our health.
2023
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Dr Ruscio focuses on the link between brain inflammation and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s but also brain fog and mood. He summarises how it might be possible to reduce neuroinflammation through diet, looking at the links with dysbiosis and leaky gut but also exercise, sleep hygiene, and stress management. A concise overview of the evidence for diets such as Paleo, Low FODMAP, Ketogenic and Low Carb, as well as the Mediterranean diet for reducing inflammation and supporting brain health is provided. The potential for lab testing via anti and pro-inflammatory markers is also reviewed.
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The connection between POPs and Metabolic Syndrome
As the pioneer and global leader of Functional Medicine, the Institute of Functional Medicine leads and catalyses the efforts of a large and expanding Functional Medicine ecosystem, including providers, educators, payers, industry leaders, regulators, and influencers.
2023
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This IFM insight investigates the growing link between persistent organic pollutants (POPs) and increased rates of metabolic syndrome. There is evidence that POPs may also impair metabolic functioning of ‘normal weight’ individuals and not just those who are overweight or obese due to their potential impact on the gut microbiome. Underlying mechanisms are explored as well as the risks of eliminating POPs from the body. They review dietary approaches that may be targeted to support individuals with metabolic syndrome along with a high toxic burden in light of the ubiquity of POPs in our food environment.
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Probiotics for Psoriasis
OptiBac Probiotics specialise entirely in probiotics. One of their core values is encouraging people to take health into their own hands in a responsible manner. Training and education is a cornerstone of this, and with their expertise, they hope to help raise awareness of probiotics and their potential to help change lives.
2022
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This blog post looks at the evidence for dysbiosis and intestinal permeability (IP) as a causative factor for autoimmune conditions like psoriasis development although it is questionable which comes first, the IP or the psoriasis. The involvement of streptococcus infection in the pathogenesis of guttate psoriasis is also reviewed. Although the research for the use of probiotics for psoriasis is limited this article explores which strains may be beneficial.
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Probiotics for Immunity – a Look at the Research
OptiBac Probiotics specialise entirely in probiotics. One of their core values is encouraging people to take health into their own hands in a responsible manner. Training and education is a cornerstone of this, and with their expertise, they hope to help raise awareness of probiotics and their potential to help change lives.
2020
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This blog post presents the evidence available about the links between the gut microbiome, probiotics and the human immune system. With a useful run through of the different aspects of our immune systems, it provides details of the evidence for specific probiotic strains and in what circumstances they can be effectively and safely used to boost immunity.
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Do probiotics help with eczema?
OptiBac Probiotics specialise entirely in probiotics. One of their core values is encouraging people to take health into their own hands in a responsible manner. Training and education is a cornerstone of this, and with their expertise, they hope to help raise awareness of probiotics and their potential to help change lives.
2020
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Eczema is a common and unpleasant complaint. An area of growing interest is the role of probiotic bacteria and skin health. This blogpost gives details of the different types of eczema that Nutrition Practitioners may see in their clinics and presents the research on the potential role of different probiotic strains of bacteria. Research is presented on dysbiosis, immuno-modulatory and anti-inflammatory effects and intestinal permeability which will help Nutrition Practitioners with targeted and individualised probiotic protocols.