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Dr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare

Dr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare

By: Dr. Michael Ruscio DC
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Clinician, researcher, and gut-geek Dr. Michael Ruscio DC covers the ever-changing world of functional health science. From debunking trends to research deep dives to practical takeaways, Dr. Ruscio DC Radio is health science made digestible. These [podcasts] are educational and informational only and are not medical, chiropractic, psychological, or other professional advice of any kind. They do not create or constitute any professional relationship between us and you. Always consult your licensed healthcare providers and never disregard or delay obtaining medical advice based on information in our [podcast]. Please review our full terms of use and disclaimers posted on our Website at https://drruscio.com/privacy-policy. Alternative & Complementary Medicine Hygiene & Healthy Living
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  • 1015 - 6 Powerful Tools to Reset Your Nervous System

    1015 - 6 Powerful Tools to Reset Your Nervous System
    Apr 20 2026
    In this video, Dr. Ruscio discusses 6 powerful tools to reset and calm a dysregulated nervous system. The tools he discusses include vagus nerve stimulation via the ear, resonance breathing, electrolytes / sodium optimization, a vibration tool called Apollo Neuro, an audio-visual stimulation device called BrainTap, and grounding. Each tool offers a uniquely beneficial input into the nervous system to help restore a healing, parasympathetic state. ✅ Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic: https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/ 🧠 Featured Nervous System Products⚡ NuroPod: https://nuropod.com/products/nuropod Vagustim: https://vagustim.io/collections/all Resonance Breathing Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.ayny.breathingapp&hl=en_US&pli=1 IPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-breathing-app-calm-daily/id1285982210 Apollo Neuro: https://apolloneuro.com/pages/vip-deal-lp?utm_source=inflektion&utm_medium=influencers&utm_campaign=28766&infclid=e25d5755245e4c18bd6cf939c7c7de71 BrainTap: https://braintap.com/ Gaya Mat: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D83XBTXV?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_2&th=1 Hooga Mat: https://bit.ly/4tbXbxa Non-plastic mat options: Aura™ Luxury Grounding Mat for Feet: https://bit.ly/4vBOQo3 Premium Grounding Mat for Feet: https://www.amazon.com/Premium-Grounding-Wellness-Anti-Aging-Inflammation/dp/B0DXFWT75C?utm_=undefined&th=1 Hooga Grounding Sheets: https://hoogahealth.com/products/fitted-grounding-sheet?variant=49389168197879 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇 ➡️ How to Reset Your Nervous System (In Just 10 Minutes): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DPNntVV2yY ➡️ 4 Powerful Vagus Nerve Tools to Rewire Your Nervous System: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Adccokcgo0U ➡️ 5 Vagus Nerve Dysfunction Symptoms (& How To Fix It): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPr7kFG9HWE ➡️ SIBO, Histamine & the Vagus Nerve: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2IeX9qRZzE Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments! 👇Read these next 👇 ➡️ How to Regulate a Dysregulated Nervous System: https://drruscio.com/dysregulated-nervous-system/ ➡️ 7 Surprising Things That Are Stressing Your Nervous System: https://drruscio.com/things-stressing-your-nervous-system/ ➡️ How to Activate Your Parasympathetic Nervous System: https://drruscio.com/how-to-activate-your-parasympathetic-nervous-system/ ➡️ You May Need a Vagus Nerve Reset. Here's How to Do It: https://drruscio.com/vagus-nerve-reset/ 📌Timestamps 00:00 Intro 02:17 Vagus Nerve Stimulation 09:28 Resonance Breathing 12:51 Sodium / Electrolytes 15:10 Apollo Neuro (Vibration) 18:16 Brain Tap (Audio-Visual Stimulation) 23:16 Grounding 🎧Audio Episode & Featured Studies 📉 Clinical application of transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38362860/ 📉 BOLD fMRI deactivation of limbic and temporal brain structures and mood enhancing effect by transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17564758/ 📉 Effects of Auricular Stimulation on Inflammatory Parameters: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S109471592500008X?utm_ 📉 Combined transcutaneous auricular vagus stimulation (taVNS) with 0.1Hz slow breathing enhances insomnia treatment efficacy: A pilot study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38042286/ 📉 Chronic stress primes innate immune responses in mice and humans: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34496250/ 📉 Effects of voluntary slow breathing on heart rate and heart rate variability: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35623448/ 📉 Physical activity, mindfulness meditation, or heart rate variability biofeedback for stress reduction: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26111942/ 📉 A RCT Comparing Daily Mindfulness Meditations, Biofeedback Exercises, and Daily Physical Exercise on Attention Control, Executive Functioning, Mindful Awareness, Self-Compassion, and Worrying in Stressed Young Adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27642375/ 📉 Dietary sodium influences the effect of mental stress on heart rate variability: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24284498/ 📉 Dietary sodium effects on heart rate variability in salt sensitivity of blood pressure: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18047481/ 📉 Short-term high-salt consumption does not influence resting or exercising heart rate variability but increases MCP-1 concentration in healthy young adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36939211/ 📉 Evaluating the impact of Apollo Neuro™ wearable on wellbeing in medical and pharmacy students: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40816518/ 📉 Association of the Apollo Wearable With Fatigue, Raynaud Phenomenon, and Quality of Life in Patients With Systemic Sclerosis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39617410/ 📉 ...
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    38 mins
  • 1014 - Doctor Tries 7 Red Light Therapy Devices | My Results Revealed

    1014 - Doctor Tries 7 Red Light Therapy Devices | My Results Revealed
    Apr 13 2026
    In this video, Dr. Ruscio discusses his experience and lessons learned after using many different red light therapy devices over the years. He discusses a panel device, devices for joint pain, devices for hair growth, a helmet for cognition, and an oral device. He provides tips for avoiding certain mistakes as well as clear usage guidelines to maximize the impact of red light without overdoing it. Use our affiliate link for Bon Charge devices: https://boncharge.com/?rfsn=8987187.51d5f9 ✅ Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic: https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/ Featured Products: Platinum LED Biomax: https://platinumtherapylights.com/products/biomax-rlt?variant=15666979340354 Novaa Light Pad: https://novaalab.com/products/new-red-light-therapy-pad-at-home-with-remote MOVE+ LED & Laser: https://kineon.io/products/red-light-therapy-device Hairmax LaserComb: https://hairmax.com/collections/laser-combs Hairmax LaserBand: https://hairmax.com/products/laserband-82-comfortflex Bauman Turbo Lasercap: https://dralanbauman.com/products/bauman-turbo-lasercap Capillus PRO: https://www.capillus.com/products/capillus-pro iRESTORE Helmet: https://www.irestorelaser.com/products/laser-hair-growth-system-professional Vielight Neuro Duo 4: https://www.vielight.com/devices/vielight-neuro-duo-brain Vielight devices: https://www.vielight.com/devices/ Neuronic: https://www.neuronic.online/products Novaalab Oral Care Pro: https://novaalab.com/products/novaa-oral-care-gums-periodontal-treatment 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇 ➡️ The Powerful Effects of Red Light Therapy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exrLFJk96ws ➡️ Stop Wasting Money on Red Light - Most Effective Devices (Not Most Expensive): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-x_XQcPUxY0 ➡️ The Best Way to Treat a Sluggish Thyroid - New Study: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLuw1q2kvVM ➡️ Red Light Therapy REVERSES Hashimoto's (New Breakthrough): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DowcFFyG7Cs Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1 And if you have any questions or topics you would like covered in the future, let me know in the comments! 👇Read these next 👇 ➡️ Does Red Light Therapy for Weight Loss Work?: https://drruscio.com/red-light-therapy-for-weightloss/ ➡️ The Best Red Light Therapy Devices—A Clinical Take: https://drruscio.com/best-red-light-therapy-devices/ ➡️ Can You Use Red Light Therapy for Thyroid Health?: https://drruscio.com/red-light-therapy-for-thyroid/ ➡️ What's True and What's Hype? Red Light Therapy Pros and Cons: https://drruscio.com/red-light-therapy-pros-and-cons/ 📌Timestamps 00:00 Intro 00:54 Red Light Panels 08:15 Joint Pads & Wraps 12:07 Hair Devices 17:50 Cognition Devices 23:02 Oral Devices 🎧Audio Episode & Featured Studies 📉 Use of either transcranial or whole-body photobiomodulation treatments improves COVID-19 brain fog: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37018063/ 📉 Effects of photobiomodulation on multiple health outcomes: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40770824/ 📉 Biphasic dose response in low level light therapy: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20011653/ 📉 VIELIGHT: https://www.vielight.com/ Follow Me Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRuscio Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drruscio/ 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.
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  • 1013 - 5 Vagus Nerve Dysfunction Symptoms (& How To Fix It)

    1013 - 5 Vagus Nerve Dysfunction Symptoms (& How To Fix It)
    Apr 6 2026

    If you're dealing with unexplained digestive issues, chronic stress, low libido, or irregular heart rate, your vagus nerve may be involved. In this video, I've compiled the most common signs of vagus nerve dysfunction and how it impacts everything from inflammation to brain function. You'll also learn practical ways to support and stimulate your vagus nerve naturally through lifestyle strategies, targeted nutrition, and gut-focused therapies.

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    ⚡ Vagus Nerve Stimulation Device: https://vagustim.io/

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

    👇 Watch more videos like this

    ➡️ 4 Powerful Vagus Nerve Tools to Rewire Your Nervous System:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Adccokcgo0U

    ➡️ How to Fix Heartburn (Reflux) without Acid Blockers:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4f6c4rFufDo

    ➡️ Why You Have Abdominal Bloating & Pain – And How to Fix It:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mZL3fWbkg8A

    ➡️ 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

    ➡️ This Underrated Treatment Will Improve Your IBS | Dr. Alex Ford:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjbcH1nWwpE



    Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRuscioDC?sub_confirmation=1

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

    👇Read these next 👇

    ➡️ Vagus Nerve Damage Symptoms, and How to Deal with Them:

    https://drruscio.com/vagus-nerve-damage-symptoms/

    ➡️ You May Need a Vagus Nerve Reset. Here's How to Do It:

    https://drruscio.com/vagus-nerve-reset/

    ➡️ Can a Vagus Nerve Massage Really Work?:

    https://drruscio.com/vagus-nerve-massage/

    📌Timestamps

    00:00 Intro

    00:29 GI issues

    03:51 Stress & cognitive dysfunction

    07:19 Impaired libido

    08:15 Heart rate & blood pressure issues

    09:06 Inflammation

    09:32 Lifestyle changes

    18:29 Vagus nerve devices

    27:51 Nutrition recommendations

    31:59 Probiotics

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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.
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I listened to him talk about IGG. He said adverse reactions are rare. I trusted him and purchased his product with IGG. I took a tiny amount and was in the ER within an hour getting IV benadryl. I asked for a refund for the $100 dollar product and was told "Please note that we only accept unopened and unused items within 30 days of purchase." So basically this cost me $100 plus a $200 ER visit plus the biggest scare of my life. Do yourself a favor and purchase IGG on Amazon. They will give you a refund. Dr Ruscio will not.

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I love that treatments are presented with evidence of efficacy. This podcast is a great supplement to Michael Ruscio's excellent book"Healthy Gut, Healthy You." I have struggled intermittently with IBS, SIBO and autoimmune colitis for years. His explanations and protocols have helped me tremendously. I have used his less expensive recipe for semi-elemental diet with huge help,. Yes, supplements are expensive but his clear info lets you find some less expensive choices. Traditional plus alternative medicine that is based on testing is the only way I have managed challenging gut. THank you Dr. Ruscio!

Clinically based gut help!

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