It Can Mimic Allergic Reactions & Stomach Problems By Amy Burkhart MD, RD Why do some people who were previously able to eat certain foods without issue suddenly develop a food allergy or sensitivity? One possible answer is Alpha-gal syndrome. Alpha gal syndrome is…
POTS Syndrome And GlutenDoes Gluten Worsen Pots Syndrome Symptoms? POTS syndrome is linked to gluten and may also be connected to autoimmune disorders. POTS, a form of dysautonomia, has also been identified as a common symptom of long-haul COVID. Removing gluten from the diet…
By Amy Burkhart, MD, RD The Low FODMAP Diet Improves IBS Symptoms More Than Medication A study found that a low-FODMAP diet was more helpful than medication in reducing symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Just four weeks on a low-FODMAP diet improved common IBS…
Testing For Celiac Disease And Gluten Intolerance By Amy Burkhart MD, RD How do you test for celiac disease and gluten intolerance? The information on this topic can be dizzying. Let’s simplify it. Celiac Disease Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition that occurs in…
What Is Gluten-Free? What We Know And What's New? By Amy Burkhart MD, RD What does gluten-free mean? It is still everywhere: labels, menus, podcasts, and apps. Let’s explain what gluten is and what gluten-free means in 2024. Let’s catch up on new information…