874 - What Is Berberine & Will It Actually Make You Lose Weight?
Dr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare
Release Date: 01/15/2024
Dr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare
Yes, there are important differences between prebiotics and probiotics - and knowing them will help you heal your gut and overall health. In this episode, I cover the differences between the two, and great sources of prebiotics and probiotics in food and supplements. Watch now! 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇 ➡️A Simple Probiotic Protocol to Improve IBS & Leaky Gut: ➡️The Best Supplements for the Gut Microbiome: ➡️What is the BEST Way to Take Probiotics?: ➡️These Probiotics Improve Leaky Gut by 82% (USE DAILY): ➡️What’s the Best Probiotic for...
info_outline 900 - 6 Fermented Foods You Must Eat for Better Gut HealthDr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare
Consuming fermented foods has enormous gut health benefits - and might even be better than a high fiber diet. In this episode, I’ll break down the 6 best fermented foods you must eat to improve inflammation, constipation, and more! 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇 ➡️This Leaky Gut Diet Fixes the Root Cause of Poor Gut Health: ➡️The Ultimate Prebiotic Foods List for Better Gut Health: ➡️The 10 BEST Foods for Leaky Gut: ➡️The Probiotic Value of the Top Fermented Foods: ➡️The 10 WORST Foods for Leaky Gut: ➡️How to Heal Your Gut with the Low FODMAP...
info_outline 899 - Herbal Medicine: The Secret to Improving Gut Health & Stress? | Olivia AmitranoDr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare
Dealing with poor gut health? Stress? A host of other health issues? Herbal medicine has a remedy for that! I sit down with herbalist Olivia Amitrano to discuss how different herbs can improve several areas of health. Watch now! 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇 ➡️The MOST Effective SIBO Treatments: ➡️One Proven & Simple Supplement for Depression: ➡️Fix Hormone Imbalances with New Research Findings: ➡️Get Rid Of Candida & SIFO in 4 Simplified Steps (Works Fast): ➡️Does Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) Impact Mental Health?: ...
info_outline 898 - 2 Surprising Benefits of CASTOR OIL (Best Castor Oil Uses)Dr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare
Castor oil is growing in popularity as a natural remedy that holds surprising health benefits! Does this miracle oil really improve constipation, skin health and more? In this episode, I’ll break down the best uses of castor oil - all backed by the latest research! 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇 ➡️Get Rid Of Candida & SIFO in 4 Simplified Steps (Works Fast): ➡️Gut Health Q&A: Constipation, Bloating, Eczema & Parasites: ➡️New Research to Resolve Constipation, Food Reactivity & Reflux: ➡️How to Improve Fatigue, SIBO, and Joint...
info_outline 897 - #1 Fasting Danger You Absolutely MUST Know About…Dr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare
Does intermittent fasting really increase your risk of heart disease? I analyze the latest claims made by the American Heart Association (AHA) on the dangers of intermittent fasting, and guide you towards the best fasting habits - backed by science! 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇 ➡️The 10 BEST Foods for Leaky Gut: ➡️The 10 WORST Foods for Leaky Gut: ➡️How to Find Your ACCURATE Max Heart Rate with Dr Mike T Nelson: ➡️NEW Science-Backed Ways to Improve Fatigue, Insomnia, Stress ➡️The Power of Probiotics: Regulate Glucose Levels: ➡️How Much Should...
info_outline 896 - Don't Make These 2 Common SIBO MistakesDr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare
Treating small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) can be an unnecessarily complicated process. Today, I want to pinpoint the most common mistakes in SIBO treatments, and guide you towards the best solutions for healing your gut health. 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇 ➡️What is SIBO? Signs & Natural Treatment Options: ➡️5 SIBO Symptoms To Watch Out For - Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: ➡️Reduce Methane Dominant SIBO with TWO Simple Supplements: ➡️The MOST Effective SIBO Treatments: ➡️Probiotic Proof: Saccharomyces boulardii Helps Improve...
info_outline 895 - 8 Warning Signs of Candida & SIFO (Don't Ignore!)Dr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare
Think you may have Candida and Small Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth (SIFO)? In today’s episode, I help you spot the warning signs and guide you towards the best treatments to improve your gut and overall health. 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇 ➡️Get Rid Of Candida & SIFO in 4 Simplified Steps (Works Fast): ➡️Does the Elemental Diet Work for SIFO & Dysbiosis?: ➡️Should I Avoid the Elemental Diet If I Have Candida?: ➡️Probiotics Improve Leaky Gut, IBS & Candida [New Science]: Subscribe: Have questions about...
info_outline 894 - This Leaky Gut Diet Fixes the Root Cause of Poor Gut HealthDr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare
Leaky gut can get better or worse depending on your diet and health routine. I’ll break down how some foods can affect your gut health, and what to incorporate into your diet in order to heal. 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇 ➡️The 10 BEST Foods for Leaky Gut: ➡️8 Signs Your Gut is LEAKY: ➡️Why You Have Food Intolerances & How to Improve Them: ➡️The 10 WORST Foods for Leaky Gut: ➡️The 4 MOST Effective Leaky Gut Treatments: ➡️Is the Low FODMAP Diet Effective for IBS Long Term? [New Research]: Subscribe:...
info_outline 893 - IBS Treatment Mistakes People MUST STOP Making | Dr. Alex FordDr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is often diagnosed when symptoms don’t have an obvious cause. But anyone with IBS symptoms knows it’s a REAL condition. Dr. Alex Ford and I are share what irritable bowel syndrome treatments are getting wrong—and how to start feeling better. 👇 Watch more videos like this 👇 ➡️A Simple Probiotic Protocol to Improve IBS & Leaky Gut ➡️The Pros & Pitfalls of Getting Tested for IBS Subscribe: 👇Read these next 👇...
info_outline 892 - What Does Lyme Disease Do To Your Body? | Dr. Tania DempseyDr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare
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. Watch More Videos Like This Gut Health Q&A: Constipation, Bloating, Eczema & Parasites The Most Effective Brain Health Diets & Supplements NEW Science-Backed Ways to Improve Fatigue, Insomnia, Stress Is it Regular Bloat or MCAS Bloat? Has Your Recovery from Mold Exposure Plateaued? The MOST Effective SIBO...
info_outlineYou might have heard the buzz around berberine, often referred to as “nature's Ozempic”.
Berberine is a powerhouse for many things, from reducing inflammation to regulating blood sugar levels.
Tune in to hear which benefits the science supports (and the surprising ones it doesn’t) and get a simple dosing guide.
And if you have any additional questions you would like answered in the future, let me know in the comments!
Watch/Read Next…
-
Diets Debunked: The Noom Program: https://drruscio.com/noom-debunked/
-
Diets Debunked: Weight Watchers: https://drruscio.com/weight-watchers/
-
Genetic Testing for Weight Loss Isn’t Worth it. Here’s what is: https://drruscio.com/genetic-testing-for-weight-loss/
-
How to Heal Your Gut Naturally: https://drruscio.com/how-to-heal-your-gut-naturally/
Timestamps
00:00 Intro
01:00 What is berberine?
01:37 Weight loss
02:34 Cholesterol
05:52 Blood sugar
08:47 Gut health
11:15 SIBO
12:53 Berberine dosing guide
Featured Studies
-
Biological properties and clinical applications of berberine: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32335802/
-
Berberine: Botanical Occurrence, Traditional Uses, Extraction Methods, and Relevance in Cardiovascular, Metabolic, Hepatic, and Renal Disorders: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30186157/
-
The Effect of Berberine on Reproduction and Metabolism in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Control Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31915452/
-
The effect of berberine supplementation on obesity parameters, inflammation and liver function enzymes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32690176/
-
The effect of berberine supplementation on lipid profile and obesity indices: An umbrella review of meta-analysis: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2213434423000361
-
Berberine decreases plasma triglyceride levels and upregulates hepatic TRIB1 in LDLR wild type mice and in LDLR deficient mice: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31666640/
-
Berberine decreases cholesterol levels in rats through multiple mechanisms, including inhibition of cholesterol absorption: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25002181/
-
Overall and Sex-Specific Effect of Berberine for the Treatment of Dyslipidemia in Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36941490/
-
Efficacy and Safety of Berberine Alone or Combined with Statins for the Treatment of Hyperlipidemia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Clinical Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31094214/
-
The Effect of Berberine on Metabolic Profiles in Type 2 Diabetic Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34956436/
-
Overall and Sex-Specific Effect of Berberine on Glycemic and Insulin-Related Traits: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37598753/
-
Effects of berberine and barberry on selected inflammatory biomarkers in adults: A systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37675930/
-
Berberine improves intestinal epithelial tight junctions by upregulating A20 expression in IBS-D mice: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31306972/
-
Berberine Enhances Intestinal Mucosal Barrier Function by Promoting Vitamin D Receptor Activity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37046128/
-
Berberine influences multiple diseases by modifying gut microbiota: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37599699/
-
Berberine Improves Intestinal Motility and Visceral Pain in the Mouse Models Mimicking Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS-D) Symptoms in an Opioid-Receptor Dependent Manner: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26700862/
-
A Randomized Clinical Trial of Berberine Hydrochloride in Patients with Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26400188/
-
Efficacy and safety of berberine in preventing recurrence of colorectal adenomas: A systematic review and meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34509605/
-
Berberine and rifaximin effects on small intestinal bacterial overgrowth: Study protocol for an investigator-initiated, double-arm, open-label, randomized clinical trial (BRIEF-SIBO study): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36873985/
-
Berberine and health outcomes: An umbrella review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36999891/
-
Bioavailability study of berberine and the enhancing effects of TPGS on intestinal absorption in rats: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21637946/
-
Efficacy of berberine in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18442638/
Get the Latest Updates
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrRusciodc
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drrusciodc/
Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/drmichaelrusciodc
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.