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What is pots syndrome. A woman with POTS after covid is laying on a couch with her feet up in the air

POTS Syndrome Symptoms & Covid Connection

POTS Syndrome SymptomsExplaining POTS and its connection to COVID By Amy Burkhart MD, RD POTS ( Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome) is making headlines. It is being seen after Covid infections, even if Covid was mild or asymptomatic. But what is POTS Syndrome? What are…

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Vitamin Toxicity And Gluten Free Diet- Image is three containers that look like fruit that are overflowing with vitamins and supplements

Four Vitamin Toxicities on a Gluten-Free Diet

The Danger Of Vitamin Toxicity On A Gluten-Free Diet By Amy Burkhart MD, RD Updated 2023 A gluten-free diet can lead to vitamin deficiencies. This is well known. But what about vitamin toxicities in a gluten-free dieter? Why would this happen? Vitamin D, iron,…

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AIP Diet Autoimmune protocol diet

The Autoimmune Protocol Diet (AIP Diet) : Does it help?

Does The Autoimmune Protocol Diet (AIP) Help? By Amy Burkhart MD, RD   Autoimmune diseases are on the rise. Most current treatment options for autoimmune disorders are medications that suppress or modify the immune system. Patients are searching for other options. Enter the AIP…

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Histamine and IBS Pizza with tomatoes high histamine foods

An Update On Histamine Intolerance and IBS

Histamine Intolerance and IBS By Amy Burkhart MD, RD In a previous article, I described the condition called histamine intolerance (HIT)  and how to treat it. It is important information for anyone continuing to struggle with digestive or other health problems. Histamine intolerance often occurs…

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Chicken Skin ¿El gluten causa queratosis pilaris (piel de gallina)?

Gluten And Keratosis Pilaris AKA Chicken Skin Rash

Does Gluten Cause Keratosis Pilaris (a.k.a. Chicken Skin)? By Amy Burkhart MD, RD   Chicken skin is a term commonly used for the skin condition keratosis pilaris. According to “Dr. Google,” this rash on the backs of arms, cheeks, and thighs is made worse…

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