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…
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,…
Green BananasAnti-inflammatory, Low-FODMAP, Cancer-Fighting And Good For The Gut By Amy Burkhart MD, RD Bananas are usually eaten when ripe, yellow, and sweet. But did you know you can eat them in their green, unripe version? Green bananas have a texture similar to…
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…
EpazoteAn Herb Used In Cooking Also Decreases Gas Caused By Eating Beans By Amy Burkhart MD, RD What Is Epazote? Epazote has been used for generations in traditional cooking Epazote is a special herb that’s often used in cooking. It’s a small green leaf…