973 - 5 Microbiome Fixes for Abdominal Pain and Bloating

973 - 5 Microbiome Fixes for Abdominal Pain and Bloating

Author: Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC June 30, 2025 Duration: 40:57

Struggling with a bloated stomach after eating or chronic abdominal distension? In this episode, I'll explain why dysfunction in three major systems causes bloating and reveal 5 evidence-based microbiome fixes that can help reduce stomach bloating while healing your gut naturally.

 

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➡️How To Stop Bloating and Reset Your Gut Microbiome (Best Protocol):

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➡️Most Effective Diet for Abdominal Pain & Bloating - Low FODMAP?:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMb0g9llW4Y

 

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:49 Digestive dysfunction

06:00 Immune system misfiring

07:36 Gut-brain dysregulation

11:05 Low fodmap diet

18:19 Elemental diet

20:15 Probiotics

27:09 Antimicrobials & antibiofilm agents

31:00 Vagus nerve stimulation



Featured Studies 

📉Gut-brain interaction in the US:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36961084/

📉FODMAP Restriction &  Symptom Response during FODMAP Reintroduction: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37375587/

📉Elemental Diet & Microbial Overgrowth:

https://eposters.ddw.org/ddw/2024/ddw-2024/413102/ali.rezaie.compliance.safety.and.effect.of.exclusive.palatable.elemental.diet.html?f=menu%3D16%2Abrowseby%3D8%2Asortby%3D2%2Ace_id%3D2673%2Alabel%3D27495%2Atrend%3D19514%2Amarker%3D5007

📉A 14-day elemental diet is highly effective in normalizing the lactulose breath test:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14992438/

📉Treatment of Active Crohn's Disease in Children: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37960328/

📉The Crohn's disease exclusion diet: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34739863/

📉Vagus Nerve Stimulation in Patients With IBS-C: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39689011/

📉SIBO in patients with different subtypes of IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31750966/

📉Low FODMAP diet in IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34376515/

📉High FODMAP diet causes barrier loss via lipopolysaccharide-mediated mast cell activation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34618688/

📉FODMAPs alter symptoms and the metabolome of patients with IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26976734/

📉Effect of diet and individual dietary guidance on gastrointestinal endocrine cells in patients with IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28849091/

📉Is rheumatoid arthritis a disease that starts in the intestine? https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17308218/

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

📉Interactions between symptoms and psychological status in IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36178333/

📉Mucosal Biofilms Are an Endoscopic Feature of Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Ulcerative Colitis:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34146566/



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Trying to make sense of the latest health trends and research can feel overwhelming. Dr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare cuts through the noise with grounded, evidence-based conversations. Hosted by clinician and researcher Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC, this podcast explores the practical side of functional health, where complex science is translated into actionable steps you can use. Episodes often start with a curious question-why does one diet work for some but not others, or what does the latest study really mean for everyday health-and follow the evidence where it leads. You’ll hear deep dives into gut health, nutrition, and fitness, balanced with a critical eye that isn’t afraid to debunk popular fads when the data doesn’t support them. The tone is conversational yet precise, reflecting Dr. Ruscio’s dual role as a practicing clinician and a dedicated investigator. Each discussion is built to provide clarity, leaving you with a clearer understanding of how your body works and what might help it work better. It’s important to note that this podcast is for educational and informational purposes. While Dr. Ruscio shares his expertise as a doctor of chiropractic, the content does not constitute personal medical or professional advice. Instead, think of it as a reliable source for thoughtful analysis, helping you have more informed conversations about your own health journey.
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