Red Meat Allergy – Understanding Alpha-gal Syndrome, IgG Sensitivities, IgE Allergies and Mast Cells
Understanding Alpha-gal Syndrome, IgG Sensitivities, IgE Allergies, and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) Have you ever felt sick after eating certain foods, but not immediately? Or maybe you’ve had rashes, stomach pain, or even trouble breathing and couldn’t figure out why? You’re not alone. More and more people are dealing...
Continue ReadingWhich Came First: Oxalates or Mast Cells?
Which Came First: Oxalates or Mast Cells? You don’t have to drink green juice every morning or stock your refrigerator full of superfoods to participate in the Western world’s health-conscious culture. It quite literally shapes us and everything around us, whether you’re aware of it or not. Every year, new trends...
Continue ReadingUnderstanding Mycotoxins & Their Role in Allergic Reactions
Understanding Mycotoxins and Their Role in Allergic Reactions Mycotoxins are toxic compounds that are naturally produced by certain types of molds that can grow on food crops, stored grains, and inside buildings. Mycotoxins can be harmful to your health in many ways, including causing allergic reactions and worsening asthma symptoms. If...
Continue ReadingMast Cells & Oxalates: A Distressing Duo
Mast Cells and oxalates have a distressing relationship that can significantly impact our health. To understand the repercussions of this duo, we first need to explore what exactly mast cells and oxalates are and how they interact together and wreak havoc in our bodies. Mast Cells and Oxalates: How They...
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