Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC

Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC Get Healthy - and Get Back to Your Life! Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC is a clinician & researcher Serving patients in the U.S. via Zoom.

With his clinical and research teams, Dr. Ruscio, DC scours existing studies to inform his ongoing clinical research, patient care, and guidance for health seekers and fellow clinicians around the world. His primary focus is digestive health and its impact on other facets of health, including energy, sleep, mood, and thyroid function and optimization. Dr. Ruscio’s, DC research has been published in peer-reviewed medical journals, and he speaks at integrative medical conferences across the globe. While actively seeing patients in his clinic, he also runs an influential blog and podcast, as well as a newsletter for functional medicine practitioners. For more information on how to become a patient, please contact our office.

09/22/2025

Mitochondrial health is vital to your body’s overall wellbeing and longevity. I’ve compiled the top treatments that can help you boost and activate your mitochondria if you suspect signs of dysfunction. From best foods, to natural supplements, alternative therapies and exercise, these are the best methods to help your mitochondria heal.

✅Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic: https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/

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📖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

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➡️Dr. Paul Anderson Reveals Hidden Blocks to Mitochondria Healing:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4fiPcaQOBE
➡️Signs You May Be Thiamine (Vitamin B1) Deficient & How to Fix It:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FOEw24vg2Q
➡️The Powerful Effects of Red Light Therapy:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exrLFJk96ws
➡️Supercharge Your Mitochondria with Hyperbaric Therapy | Dr. Eleanor Womack:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--Y9_6ygu64
➡️Longevity Expert Shares Proven Anti-Aging Solutions | Dr. Jeffrey Gladden:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ul2wUi2ldRM

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➡️ Mitochondrial Health 101: Caring for Your Cells’ Powerhouses:
https://drruscio.com/mitochondrial-health/
➡️ Longevity Supplements 101: Starter Picks & Advanced Options:
https://drruscio.com/longevity-supplements/
➡️ What’s the Best CoQ10 Supplement for Your Health Needs?:
https://drruscio.com/whats-the-best-coq10/
➡️ How to Recognize & Treat a Cell Danger Response:
https://drruscio.com/how-to-treat-cell-danger-response/

📌Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:29 Dysfunction signs
03:09 Diet recommendations
06:43 Best supplements
11:08 Thiamine (Vitamin B1)
13:38 Red light therapy
20:25 Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
23:00 V02 max exercises

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DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.

Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g

*Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Bacterial vaginosis is one of the most common vaginal conditions, and one of the most frustrating.Even after treatment, ...
09/20/2025

Bacterial vaginosis is one of the most common vaginal conditions, and one of the most frustrating.

Even after treatment, it often comes back.

That’s why this new study caught attention. Researchers compared standard antibiotics (metronidazole) to curcumin, the active compound in turmeric, in 100 women with BV. The results were striking:

➡️ The cure rate was 82% with curcumin vs. 48% with antibiotics
➡️ Symptoms like odor, discharge, and pH improved more with curcumin
➡️ Fewer side effects were reported

This suggests curcumin may be a promising alternative — especially for women who struggle with recurring BV.

09/20/2025

What are the signs and symptoms of histamine intolerance? Many may recognize rashes as one warning sign, but there are others including digestive, brain and respiratory. Watch now!

Watch the full episode: 5 Warning Signs You’re Histamine Intolerant (& What You Can Do):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPBAd9RzIf4

✅Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic: https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/
📖Download the FREE histamine intolerance guide: https://drruscio.com/guides/get-histamine-intolerance-guide/

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➡️The Top Diet & Supplements For Healing Histamine Intolerance:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=stRThUfzfMM
➡️4-Step Protocol to Treat Histamine Intolerance (Best Diet & Supplements):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Da_Dar8Cjo
➡️SIBO, Histamine & the Vagus Nerve:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2IeX9qRZzE
➡️Eat These Foods For SIBO, Candida & Histamine Intolerance:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FuBjIh8OXdQ

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➡️ Understand Diamine Oxidase & Manage Your Histamine in 5 Steps:
https://drruscio.com/diamine-oxidase/
➡️ Can I Take Quercetin for Histamine Intolerance?:
https://drruscio.com/quercetin-for-histamine-intolerance/
➡️Which Probiotic Is Best for Histamine Intolerance?:
https://drruscio.com/which-probiotic-is-best-for-histamine-intolerance/
➡️ Can Histamine Intolerance Be Cured?:
https://drruscio.com/can-histamine-intolerance-be-cured/

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DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.

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09/18/2025

Your thyroid medication may not be necessary. In this clip, I’ll explain why hypothyroidism is often misdiagnosed, and what you can do instead of taking thyroid hormones – treat your gut. Learn which natural supplements you can take to heal your thyroid issues. Watch now!

Watch the full video: 3 Ways Your Gut Health Can Improve Your Thyroid
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKPj6Rw83o8

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➡️Escape the Hypothyroidism Trap with Dr. Antonio Bianco:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1jzvyEoLfI
➡️This Thyroid Medication Increases Heart Disease & Stroke Risk ⚠️
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ERML5qSA_Ak
➡️Do Your Thyroid Levels Actually Require Medication?:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DL-uApwZwi0
➡️Red Light Therapy REVERSES Hashimoto’s (New Breakthrough):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DowcFFyG7Cs
➡️The Best Way to Treat a Sluggish Thyroid - New Study:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLuw1q2kvVM

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➡️ 7 of the Best Supplements for an Underactive Thyroid:
https://drruscio.com/best-thyroid-supplements/
➡️ Why Your Thyroid Diagnosis Might Be a Misdiagnosis:
https://drruscio.com/thyroid-diagnosis/
➡️ What Happens If You Don’t Take Thyroid Medication?:
https://drruscio.com/what-happens-if-you-dont-take-thyroid-medication/
➡️ 8 Reasons You Have Symptoms of Too Much Thyroid Medication:
https://drruscio.com/too-high-thyroid-medication-symptoms/

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DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.

Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g

*Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Parasites are often overlooked but can drive the same bloating, diarrhea, and fatigue that get labeled as IBS or SIBO. S...
09/17/2025

Parasites are often overlooked but can drive the same bloating, diarrhea, and fatigue that get labeled as IBS or SIBO. Standard testing misses them more often than you’d think.

Treatment isn’t just about killing an infection—it’s about restoring balance so your gut terrain can keep you healthy long-term.

➡️ If you’re struggling with stubborn gut symptoms, we can help you find out why. Book a visit with us at the Ruscio Clinic or comment “Clinic” and we’ll reach out.

09/15/2025

Stress, inflammation, gut and nervous system health are all interconnected. The good news is, treating one often helps to improve the others. Specifically, if you’re experiencing any type of stressor, it would be beneficial to improve your vagus nerve and gut health. In this episode, I’ll walk through the top treatments that work for stopping high stress and creating long term balanced mental health.

✅Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic: https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/

📖Gut Reset Guide: https://drruscio.com/guides/get-gut-reset-guide/

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Lacto-Bifido Probiotic Blend: https://store.drruscio.com/products/lacto-bifido-probiotic-blend
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➡️Probiotics Improve Immune System, Food Allergy & Stress:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAo6z90LgsA
➡️One Proven & Simple Supplement for Depression:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Plc91hKwvsY
➡️4 Powerful Vagus Nerve Tools to Rewire Your Nervous System:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Adccokcgo0U
➡️NEW Science-Backed Ways to Improve Fatigue, Insomnia, Stress:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kEmj83EIfyU
➡️The Breathwork Technique Proven To Reduce Cortisol Levels By More Than Half:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xEhurZ58x0

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➡️ How to Stop Burnout and Fix a Dysregulated Nervous System:
https://drruscio.com/dysregulated-nervous-system/
➡️ Vagus Nerve Damage Symptoms, and How to Deal with Them:
https://drruscio.com/vagus-nerve-damage-symptoms/
➡️ Vitamins for Concentration: What Works and What Doesn’t:
https://drruscio.com/vitamins-for-concentration/
➡️ Under Pressure — The Effects of Stress on the Brain:
https://drruscio.com/effects-of-stress-on-the-brain/

📌Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:20 Stressors
00:51 Amygdala, Immune, & Gut Health
05:44 Importance of the vagus nerve
10:40 Beneficial supplements
16:51 Vagus nerve tools
20:47 Reduced inflammation & autoimmunity
25:46 Reflux & constipation benefits
26:17 Lifestyle & exercise benefits
30:35 Meditation & breathwork

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DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.

Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g

*Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

PCOS can be frustrating to manage—especially when symptoms like irregular cycles, acne, or stubborn weight just don’t im...
09/13/2025

PCOS can be frustrating to manage—especially when symptoms like irregular cycles, acne, or stubborn weight just don’t improve.

But new research highlights the gut as a key player. In a 2025 randomized trial, women with PCOS who took synbiotics (probiotics + prebiotics) experienced meaningful benefits:

➡️ Testosterone dropped by 40% (vs. 5% with placebo)
➡️ Triglycerides fell by 29%
➡️ Leaky gut marker decreased by 21%

This suggests that by supporting gut balance, we may also be helping to calm hormone imbalances and improve metabolic health at the same time.

09/13/2025

If you have thyroid issues, it’s very likely that gut problems are also present - or even the deeper reason behind them. In this clip, I’ll explain 4 ways that your thyroid issues may be gut-related, including medication malabsorption, inflammation, autoimmunity, and absorption of key nutrients. Watch now!

Watch the full video: 3 Ways Your Gut Health Can Improve Your Thyroid
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKPj6Rw83o8

✅Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic: https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/

👇 Watch more videos like this 👇
➡️The Best Way to Treat a Sluggish Thyroid - New Study:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLuw1q2kvVM
➡️The Truth About Hypothyroidism Misdiagnosis (And How To Avoid It) | Dr. Antonio Bianco:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azdSEojlM9k
➡️Hidden Signs Of Thyroid Dysfunction (& How To Treat It):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvb1DurlM9Q
➡️Red Light Therapy REVERSES Hashimoto’s (New Breakthrough):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DowcFFyG7Cs
➡️Is Your Thyroid Diagnosis Correct?:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XoshLYTjSok

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➡️ Can You Use Red Light Therapy for Thyroid Health?:
https://drruscio.com/red-light-therapy-for-thyroid/
➡️ What is Subclinical Hypothyroidism?:
https://drruscio.com/what-is-subclinical-hypothyroidism/
➡️ 7 of the Best Supplements for an Underactive Thyroid:
https://drruscio.com/best-thyroid-supplements/
➡️ The Often Overlooked Gut-Thyroid Connection:
https://drruscio.com/the-gut-thyroid-connection1/

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DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.

Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g

*Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Feeling tired, foggy, or run down? Your mitochondria may need more support.When mitochondria don’t function well, it can...
09/10/2025

Feeling tired, foggy, or run down? Your mitochondria may need more support.

When mitochondria don’t function well, it can show up as low energy, poor recovery, and lingering symptoms.

The good news is, supporting them is simple. Key nutrients like CoQ10, B vitamins, magnesium, and L-carnitine… consistent habits like movement, quality sleep, and breathwork… and lowering stressors like inflammation and blood sugar swings can all make a real difference.

➡️ My article “Mitochondrial Health 101: Caring for Your Cells’ Powerhouses” explains how to strengthen your mitochondria for better energy, resilience, and long-term health.

Read it now on DrRuscio.com and follow for research-backed strategies you can actually use.

09/08/2025

This top treatment can help you heal SIBO, inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) – the elemental diet. It can also assist in treating other autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, plus hormonal imbalances. In this episode, I’ve compiled the benefits and uses for the elemental diet, as well as real stories from patients who found healing. Learn how to use it to reset your gut. Listen now!

✅Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic: https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/
📖Download your FREE Gut Reset Guide: https://drruscio.com/guides/get-gut-reset-guide/

Calm your gut now! Try Elemental Diet: https://store.drruscio.com/products/elemental-heal
Learn the step-by-step plan for healing your gut. Healthy Gut, Healthy You: https://store.drruscio.com/products/healthy-gut-healthy-you

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➡️What is the Elemental Diet & Who is it For?:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J70UAK1rIrY
➡️The 2 Best SIBO Healing Supplements:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=es-l4TVToeQ
➡️How To Reverse Autoimmune Disease (Symptoms, Diet & Supplements):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBvveVY9huY
➡️The 4 Most Effective Ways to Treat Leaky Gut (Clinical Pearls):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPpuQc__ICc
➡️Surprising Gut Treatments For PMS, Menopause & Hormone Imbalances:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1ijsTqnFx8
➡️Elemental Dieting Provides Relief from C. Diff:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oc6AkN5VseI
➡️Using the Elemental Diet for Gut Healing, Fatigue, and Autoimmunity:
https://youtu.be/UXosC5H7QUY?si=OiziDKc2Ak8eIwJ1

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➡️Elemental Diet Guide: Using a Liquid Reset:
https://drruscio.com/elemental-diet/
➡️Elemental Diet Powder Recipes for After Your Gut Reset:
https://drruscio.com/elemental-diet-powder/
➡️The Elemental Diet for SIBO: An Action Plan:
https://drruscio.com/elemental-diet-for-sibo/
➡️The Liquid Elemental Diet: Rest, Reset, and Restore:
https://drruscio.com/liquid-elemental-diet/

📌Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:26 What is the Elemental Diet?
03:14 Not a weight loss tool
05:17 SIBO benefits & uses
08:48 Does it work for candida?
09:51 Crohn’s disease benefits
11:41 IBD & rheumatoid arthritis benefits
12:27 Infertility & arthritis: Juan’s story
21:23 PMS & IBS: Kacheena’s story
23:40 C.diff benefits: George’s story

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DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.

Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g

*Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

09/01/2025

What are the signs of toxic mold exposure, and how can you treat it? How do we determine if the deeper issue is mold, gut or brain health related? Are mycotoxin urine tests and binders actually effective?
In this episode, I’ve compiled two eye-opening case studies and recommendations from mold expert, Dr. Andrew Campbell to answer these questions and more.

Do you suspect you’re having mold toxicity symptoms? Take Dr. Campbell’s Immune Questionnaire:
https://drruscio.com/wp-content/uploa...

✅Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic: https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/

📖Guides
Autoimmunity 101: https://drruscio.com/guides/get-autoimmunity-guide/

💊Products/Supplements
HPA Select: https://store.drruscio.com/products/hpa-select

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➡️Navigating the Nuances of Health:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbYTdFDc7oE
➡️Mold Exposure Story: Healing Cordila's Fatigue, Weight Gain, & Nausea:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdVGK5J2Skg
➡️The Best Mold Toxicity Treatment Protocol I’ve Seen to Date:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qolB9bIH7DQ

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➡️ Are Your Seasonal Allergies Actually An Allergy to Mold?:
https://drruscio.com/allergy-to-mold/
➡️ Mold and Mycotoxin Testing: When Is It Worth It?:
https://drruscio.com/mycotoxin-testing/
➡️ The Truth About Mycotoxins in Coffee:
https://drruscio.com/mycotoxins-in-coffee/
➡️ 8 Best Microbiome Supplements for a Happier, Healthier Gut:
https://drruscio.com/best-microbiome-supplements/

📌Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:37 What is mold?
03:13 Mold signs & exposure risk
06:52 Efficacy of tests & binders
15:04 Dr. Scott’s story: Mold vs. gut issues
27:41 Cordila’s story: Stress support
44:09 Dr. Campbell’s general protocol

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DISCLAIMER: The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment.

Music featured in this video: "Modern Technology" by Andrew G, https://audiojungle.net/user/andrew_g

*Full transcript available on YouTube by clicking the “Show transcript” button on the bottom right of the video.

Red light therapy is emerging as a powerful support for thyroid health.Clinical trials show it may improve T3, T4, TSH, ...
08/30/2025

Red light therapy is emerging as a powerful support for thyroid health.

Clinical trials show it may improve T3, T4, TSH, and reduce antibodies. In some cases, 30–50% of patients were able to reduce or stop thyroid medication after treatment.

It’s not a cure, but it’s promising, non-invasive, and worth exploring.

➡️ Curious? Read: Can You Use Red Light Therapy for Thyroid Health? on DrRuscio.com.

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