Do you ever wake up feeling like you've been sucking on cotton balls all night? If so, you might be a mouth breather. And while it might seem like...

A few years ago, I was diagnosed with Sjogren's Disease. As a physician, I thought I knew a lot about this autoimmune disease, but it wasn't until...

Let's face it: living with a chronic health condition like allergies or an autoimmune disease can sometimes feel like you're navigating a maze...

As an allergy and immunology physician, I've seen a troubling trend: a significant rise in autoimmune diseases. It's not just my clinical...

Have you heard of Hereditary Alpha Tryptasemia (HAT)? This genetic trait leads to higher levels of tryptase, an enzyme released by immune cells...

Itching seems like a simple bodily annoyance.

But did you know that pesky itch may serve important evolutionary purposes – both protective...

If you suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), you know it's far more than just an upset stomach.

The bloating, pain, and unpredictable bowel...

Scrolling through my phone's screen time report was like a punch to the gut. Nearly 5 HOURS a day on this little device? That's a third of my...

Did you know there's a powerful, often overlooked connection between what you eat and how well your immune system functions? Our diet plays a...

If you thought you understood how allergies work, think again.

Emerging research on mast cells, the immune system's key players in allergic...