Tips for Stabilizing Mast Cells

by Dr. John Gannage | Dec 30, 2021 | Articles, Blog, Detoxification, Featured, General Wellness, Gut Health, Histamine, Integrative Medicine, Nutrition

Mast cell activation syndrome is a complex health issue that may affect multiple areas of your body. It may be triggered by mold, toxins, chemicals, heavy metals, allergens, food, and stress. It may cause rashes, hives, itching, headaches, fatigue, weakness,...

Mast Cells, Histamine, and IBS

by Dr. John Gannage | Dec 23, 2021 | Articles, Blog, Gut Health, Histamine, Integrative Medicine

Feeling bloated and gassy? Are you dealing with constipation, or perhaps, the opposite? You are not alone. Up to 20 percent of people have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) (1). Many doctors feel that IBS is a mysterious condition without a real solution. They may offer...

What Is Mold-Related Illness?

by Dr. John Gannage | Dec 17, 2021 | Blog, Detoxification, General Wellness

Chronic mold exposure is an often overlooked yet serious underlying issue behind many chronic symptoms and health issues. Mold mycotoxins can create chronic inflammation, disrupt your immune system, trigger allergic reactions, and cause mold-related illness. It is a...

Mast Cell Activation and Histamine Intolerance: Talking Points for Loved Ones

by Dr. John Gannage | Sep 30, 2021 | Blog, General Wellness, Gut Health, Histamine, Mental Health, Nutrition

I know how challenging it can be to navigate day-to-day life when you’re dealing with mast cell activation syndrome or histamine intolerance. Even beyond the symptoms, it can be tricky to explain to people exactly what you’re going through.  You may often feel...

Understanding Histamine Intolerance Symptoms

by Dr. John Gannage | Aug 21, 2021 | Blog, Gut Health, Heart Health, Histamine, Integrative Medicine

What are the symptoms of histamine intolerance? It’s a bit of a complicated question. No two cases of histamine intolerance are the same, and because we have histamine receptors all throughout the body, symptoms vary significantly from person to person.  Even for the...

Mast Cell Instability: Why It Matters: Educational Program Launched at 50th Annual OMT Conference

by Dr. John Gannage | Aug 11, 2021 | News & Events

In May 2021, Dr. Gannage presented Mast Cell Instability: Why It Matters at the 50th annual Orthomolecular Medicine Today Conference. This presentation, rooted in the latest research and further informed by Dr. Gannage’s significant clinical experience, explores the...

Dr. Gannage Receives BC Medical License

by Dr. John Gannage | Aug 11, 2021 | News & Events

In addition to continuing to hold an active medical license in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO), as of 2021, Dr. Gannage also now holds an active medical license in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of...

Dr. Gannage is a MAPS Fellow!

by Dr. John Gannage | Aug 11, 2021 | News & Events

Dr. Gannage has been a member of MAPS (Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs) for several years, participating in ongoing education and mentorship in the area of Autism Spectrum Disorder and other complex developmental disorders. Dr. Gannage has recently been...

Histamine Intolerance, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, And Thyroid Health: What’s the Connection?

by Dr. John Gannage | Jul 16, 2021 | Blog, General Wellness, Gut Health, Histamine, Hormonal Imbalance, Integrative Medicine, Thyroid

Thyroid conditions, including hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and the autoimmune conditions Hashimoto’s and Graves’ disease (the leading causes of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, respectively), are on the rise.  Not everyone responds to conventional or...