What is Gluten?

What is Gluten?

And Why Are People Eliminating it From Their Diets? Gluten is a protein found in the endosperm of wheat. All grains are a relatively recent addition to the human diet, having become an integral part of our meals with the invention of agriculture. It is no surprise...
Histamine Intolerance

Histamine Intolerance

What is Histamine? Article by Dr. Amy Myers Histamine is a chemical involved in your immune system, proper digestion, and your central nervous system. As a neurotransmitter, it communicates important messages from your body to your brain. It is also a component of...
7 Signs of Inflammation

7 Signs of Inflammation

Inflammation is one of the biggest, yet most preventable health threats of our time. I call it the “silent inferno.” It slowly simmers, destroying cells and, eventually, your health. Not all inflammation is dangerous. In situations where you hurt or injure yourself,...
Lectins – The Basics

Lectins – The Basics

What are lectins? ‘Sticky’ proteins found in plants that protect plants from predation but can damage human tissue Why are they problematic? They can damage the gut lining and cause ‘leaky gut’ We have evolved to deal with some high lectin foods better than others...