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.
A Common Stomach Problem Causes New Food Intolerances By Amy Burkhart MD, RD Food intolerances are common. Over 20% of people have unwanted symptoms after eating. Problems such as bloating, heartburn, cramping, or other digestive complaints are frequently labeled “ a sensitive stomach”…
Why Testing For Celiac Disease Is ImportantReasons to test BEFORE starting a gluten-free diet By Amy Burkhart MD, RD Why do you need a celiac disease test? Why not just start a gluten-free diet? Why test if you are going to follow the diet…
What Is Osteopathic Medicine?Is It Legitimate? And what Is a D.O.? By Amy Burkhart MD, RD What is osteopathic medicine,? What is a DO? Are these types of doctors “legitimate” health care providers? Osteopathic medicine is a branch of modern medicine and is…
El síndrome de activación mastocitaria : SAMUn motivo de la presencia de algunos síndromes del intestino irritable, sarpullidos, dolores de cabeza, dolores y más By Amy Burkhart MD, RD Se cree que el síndrome de activación mastocitaria / SAM (MCAS, por sus siglas…
Should you drink milk at all?Is a2 milk the answer to having dairy without issue? By Amy Burkhart MD, RD For some, the image of a warm slice of cheese pizza brings about feelings of elation and joy. For others, it evokes worry…