Histamine intolerance is a condition in which the body has difficulty breaking down histamine, a natural compound made by the body’s immune system. Histamine plays a role in allergic reactions, inflammation, and regulating stomach acid, among other functions. Articles related to histamine intolerance are found here.
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. Reasons For Ongoing Symptoms On A Gluten-Free Diet Do you have gluten sensitivity or celiac disease? Have…
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…
Bulletproof CoffeeQuestions, Answers & Recipe By Amy Burkhart MD, RD What is bulletproof coffee? Does it live up to its health claims of aiding weight loss and improving memory, focus, and energy? Are there any other benefits or risks to this popular morning…
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome: 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. Mast cell disorders are a category of diseases, not one specific condition. MCAS is one…
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…