By Amy Burkhart, MD, RD Dr. Burkhart is the only physician in the United States who is also a registered dietitian and board-certified in integrative medicine. What Is Epazote? Epazote has been used for generations in traditional cooking If you’ve ever enjoyed a plate of…
Your Fingernails Can Reveal Clues About Your Gut Health By Amy Burkhart MD, RD Did You Know Your Fingernails Can Reveal Clues About Your Gut Health? If you struggle with digestive issues like IBS, FODMAP intolerance, SIBO, or gluten sensitivity, your fingernails might hold…
By Amy Burkhart, MD, RD | Updated 2026 Dr. Burkhart is the only physician in the United States who is also a registered dietitian and board-certified in integrative medicine. If you or someone you love refuses entire categories of food, experiences intense anxiety at mealtimes,…
POTS Syndrome and Its Connection to COVID By Amy Burkhart MD, RD Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is making headlines, especially as more cases appear after COVID-19 infections—even in people with mild or asymptomatic cases. But what exactly is POTS syndrome? What are its…
Meat Glue May Trigger Some Autoimmune Disease By Amy Burkhart MD, RD What is meat glue? And what does it have to do with autoimmune disease? There are likely many reasons autoimmune diseases get “triggered.” Research continues to show that meat glue may…