Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) May Explain Some IBS, Rashes, Headaches, Pain & More Mast cell activation syndrome, MCAS, is blamed for symptoms such as bloating, diarrhea, constipation, pain, headaches, rashes, fibromyalgia, fatigue, palpitations, and more. But, the topic of MCAS is only…
What Is POTS Syndrome? And what is the connection to COVID? 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? Does it only occur after…
By Amy Burkhart MD, RD How is the temporomandibular joint, TMJ for short, associated with headaches? The connection is strong, and stress is contributing. Let’s cover what the TMJ is, its relationship to headaches, provide samples of TMJ exercises, and how to find TMJ…
Histamine Intolerance: Are Histamine Foods Causing Your Symptoms? Histamine intolerance symptoms are non-specific and may be due to many things. While the symptoms are general and the term “histamine intolerance” new to many, research on the topic is exploding. The correlation between histamine and…
Does Gluten Trigger Migraines? By Amy Burkhart MD RD Does gluten cause migraine headaches? Headaches, including migraine headaches, are a common complaint amongst people with gluten intolerance or celiac disease. Twenty-five percent of people with gluten intolerance report migraine headaches. .A 2018 study found…