Research has found that in 30% cases, there is a link between adenoiditis and allergies! Read about the triggers and what you can do to reduce your symptoms… What are adenoids? Adenoids are lymph nodes that are located in the back of the throat, behind the nose. Along with tonsils, adenoids form part of […]
Food additives are chemicals that are added to food to help preserve it or enhance colour, appearance, texture or taste. Though they can be found naturally, chemical additives are mostly synthetic and can be copies of natural chemicals. Types of food additives Food additives come in many forms, but the five most common are: Artificial […]
Healthy digestive systems can handle oxalates so that they pass through the digestive tract unabsorbed. However, people with digestive issues, such as leaky gut, are unable to handle oxalates, which can result in oxalate sensitivity. What are oxalates? The role of oxalates is to provide protection for plants against predators – everything from harmful […]
Topical corticosteroids (TCS) are commonly prescribed to treat atopic dermatitis when other treatments fail. But they’re often used too often (or for too long), which can result in topical steroid withdrawal (also known as ‘red skin syndrome’). Synthetic cortisone medications (corticosteroids) simulate cortisol, a naturally occurring, anti-inflammatory hormone produced by the adrenal glands. The production […]
The after math of over indulging during the holiday season can leave us feeling a little bit silly and a little more jolly (if you know what I mean). Eating a higher amount of processed foods including sugar, refined carbohydrates(5), and alcohol can also leave us with low-grade inflammation(1). An anti-inflammatory diet may help reduce […]
Whether you heard about it from the barista at your local paleo cafe, your Naturopath or your great-grandmother, it’s not hard to be impressed by the benefits of bone broth. Here are five reasons why allergy sufferers should love it! It helps heal the gut lining One of the major benefits of bone broth is […]
Food allergies affect 2 per cent of adults and up to 5 per cent of children, so can you grow out of allergies? Allergies can develop at any point in your life, but for most people, they develop during early childhood. The most common being allergies to: milk eggs peanuts tree nuts soy wheat Can […]
Naturally occurring lectins in food are difficult to digest and can trigger symptoms in some people, known as lectin sensitivity. So, what are lectins? What are foods high in lectins? What are lectins? Lectins are a type of protein that can bind to sugar. Produced as part of a natural defence system, they are found […]
Hippocrates once said that ‘all disease begins in the gut’ … and how right he was! Gut conditions, like small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), leaky gut and IBS, can all trigger uncomfortable symptoms, such as bloating, gas, cramps, diarrhea and fatigue. However modern day research has also linked poor gut health and allergies, autoimmune and […]
Histamine intolerance can be caused by chronic allergies & contribute to the development of new reactions. Find out the symptoms, causes & natural treatment for histamine intolerance. The role of histamine Histamine is an incredible natural chemical that helps regulate immune reactions, gut function and central nervous system processes. It’s also the chemical responsible for common […]