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...

Keep Your Mitochondria Healthy – Your Heart Depends on It

by Dr. John Gannage | Apr 7, 2021 | General Wellness, Heart Health, Nutrition

You may not have heard about mitochondria, but they are very important not only for your heart, but for your overall health.  By definition, mitochondria are ‘organelles,’ or components of cells that perform a specific function within the cell.  Mitochondria...

Is Histamine Intolerance the Culprit Behind Your Skin Condition?

by Dr. John Gannage | Mar 25, 2021 | Blog, General Wellness, Gut Health, Histamine, Integrative Medicine, Nutrition, Skin Health

If you have a chronic skin condition or symptoms like itchiness, rashes, or redness, histamine intolerance might be at the root.  Hives, itchiness, redness, and flushed skin are some of the most common symptoms of histamine intolerance (1). Research has also...

Why You Should Consider Gut Health Testing for Histamine Intolerance

by Dr. John Gannage | Mar 11, 2021 | Blog, General Wellness, Gut Health, Histamine, Integrative Medicine, Nutrition

There are a number of different factors that can contribute to histamine intolerance, and gut imbalances are among the most significant.  I have determined that testing for gut health imbalances can be helpful in order to identify specific imbalances that may be...

Brain Inflammation and Diet

by Dr. John Gannage | Mar 2, 2021 | Blog, General Wellness, Gluten, Gut Health, Integrative Medicine, Nutrition

What Is Brain Inflammation and What Effect Does it Have on Health? Inflammation is an immune system response to injury, infections, toxins, and irritants.  It happens when white blood cells are sent to the part of the body that is ‘under attack’ or injured in...

Zonulin Testing and its Benefits

by Dr. John Gannage | Dec 11, 2020 | Blog, General Wellness, Gut Health, Integrative Medicine, Nutrition

This article explains what zonulin testing is and how it can provide valuable insights for people suffering from a variety of different health concerns. The term ‘gut health’ has been appearing more frequently in medical news lately, as millions of people struggle...

ADHD Part 1: The Influence of Exercise on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

by Dr. John Gannage | Oct 5, 2020 | Blog, General Wellness, Integrative Medicine, Mental Health, Nutrition

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neuropsychiatric disorder developed in early childhood affecting 8-10% of children and young adults worldwide (1). It is a complex medical condition affecting a person’s attention and...

Spotlight on Vitamin C

by Dr. John Gannage | Apr 30, 2020 | Blog, General Wellness, Histamine, Nutrition

Vitamins are an integral component of our health and longevity. Their function in biochemical and physiological processes helps ensure we maintain energy, protection from illness, and well-being throughout our lifetime.  Since the emergence of COVID-19, the...

How to Reset Your Health Before the Spring by Dr. Tatiana, ND

by Markham Integrative | Feb 19, 2020 | Detoxification, General Wellness, Nutrition

It might not feel like it right now, but the winter will soon be coming to an end! February is always a challenging time when it comes to staying motivated. The new year, which feels full of new possibilities, has passed. But although setting new year’s resolutions is...