Articles Featuring All Things Allergy, Autoimmunity, & Anti-inflammatory Living

Dr. Kara Wada, an allergist and immunologist, faced an unexpected challenge with her own immune system when she was diagnosed with Sjogren's Disease. Meanwhile, Jenifer Tharani, a registered dietitian, found her calling ignited by a childhood witnessing her mother's battle with chronic pain, lead...

Get ready to have your understanding of the body challenged!

Scientists are overturning the traditional idea that your immune system, nervous system, and other body systems act in isolation.

New research reveals a complex network of communication, where messengers once thought to be system-specifi...

Did you know the same vitamin famous for healthy eyes also plays a crucial role in your gut?

Recent research reveals that Vitamin A, particularly in its active form called retinoic acid, influences your gut bacteria, immune function, and overall gut health.

Let's explore how Vitamin A shapes your ...

Could the answer to preventing food allergies lie in the complex interplay between probiotics, fiber, and your gut?

Emerging research highlights the potential of probiotics and specific fibers working together to strengthen the gut barrier, decrease allergic responses, and possibly prevent food all...

Did you know you have a unique internal world of bacteria and other microbes that's as individual as your fingerprints? It's called your microbiome, and it might hold clues about your allergies.

Research suggests your microbiome may play a key role in determining your risk for allergies and other i...

As physicians, our primary goal is to provide the best possible care to our patients. However, even with the best intentions, medical gaslighting can occur, leading to patient distress and potentially harmful outcomes. Medical gaslighting is not often intentional. It can happen when physicians, unde...

Have you ever left a doctor's office feeling unheard or dismissed? In a world where patient advocacy is increasingly vital, understanding and avoiding medical gaslighting is essential. Medical gaslighting occurs when healthcare professionals invalidate or downplay a patient's symptoms, often leading...

As a seasoned physician, I've journeyed through a myriad of experiences, each sculpting my perspective on medicine, patient care, and life itself. In this blog post, I'd like to share some of the most impactful lessons I've learned over the years. These insights aren't just about the science of medi...