Not long ago, the profound connection between our mind and gut was largely unknown and unrecognized. With new technologies developed in the past decade or so, research in this field has surged, revealing just how intertwined our mental health and digestive system truly are. Now the term “gut-brain axis” is widely used in health circles….
The DUTCH urine test is an advanced hormone testing tool that delivers comprehensive insights into an individual’s hormonal profile. It stands out for its unique method of collecting samples over 24 hours, enabling the detection of hormonal patterns and rhythms, and helping healthcare professionals devise more effective, personalized hormone-related treatments. Are you searching for an…
Chronic stress can wreak havoc on your well-being, disrupting sleep, eating habits, and emotional resilience. Moreover, stress plays a significant role in histamine and mast cell-related conditions. Chronic stress can trigger the release of histamine, exacerbating symptoms of histamine intolerance and mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS). Understanding the multifaceted impact of stress is crucial for…
Have you heard of people getting paid to talk about their chronic health conditions? It seems unreal and definitely raised my suspicions when I heard of this initially, but these are legitimate opportunities to have your voice be heard, and earn a little extra spending money. Who conducts the research? Market research companies partner with…
Struggling with food cravings? Learn effective strategies to manage and overcome your cravings naturally. Discover practical tips to control your eating habits and say goodbye to those irresistible urges. Regain control over your food cravings with this comprehensive guide.
We’ve all been there. Standing in front of the fridge, shoving the baby carrots aside, and reaching for the cheesecake instead. You’ve heard if you’re really hungry you’ll eat those carrots—or an apple—but the pull that cheesecake has on you . . .? It’s hard to resist that craving. So hard. If food cravings are…
Are you struggling with chronic urticaria and other mystery symptoms? Chronic urticaria symptoms extend beyond a simple itchy rash, often presenting a complex picture with seemingly unrelated yet common issues. According to this study, approximately 2/3 of participants reported additional symptoms. In a recent survey conducted in a Facebook support group for chronic urticaria, results mirrored these…
SUMMARY: In this article, we delve into chronic hives tests. Chronic spontaneous urticaria is usually diagnosed without running a lot of tests. Chronic hives can be attributed to an overactive immune response, and the treatment is the same regardless of underlying factors. Because of the approach that traditional medicine takes to treat symptoms instead of…
What caused my hives? This is a question that you have probably thought to yourself many times. I have been dealing with inducible urticaria since childhood, but I developed daily spontaneous hives in my mid-twenties. It took me years to find what caused my hives. My physician was dismissive and cold, and that led me…
Are you battling chronic hives while pregnant? Or maybe you are trying to conceive and want to make sure that your medications are safe prior to becoming pregnant. It’s tough, right? You don’t want to risk harm to your baby, but chronic hives are hard to live with. Fortunately, many women do experience remission of…