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Post-pandemic Wellness — What I Recommend

by Dr. John Gannage | Mar 8, 2022 | Blog, Featured, General Wellness, Gut Health, Heart Health, Hormonal Imbalance, Integrative Medicine, Mental Health, Nutrition, Skin Health

total Our pre-pandemic lives seem like a distant memory. It’s been over two years since the novel coronavirus has appeared. The world is now transitioning to a post-pandemic world where we are learning to deal with COVID-19, and news about it, as a normal part of...

Coronavirus and Mitochondrial Function

by Dr. John Gannage | Feb 20, 2022 | Blog, General Wellness, Gut Health, Histamine, Integrative Medicine, Nutrition

We are nearing year two of the pandemic. COVID-19 is probably here to stay with us. Understanding COVID-19 pathogenesis and how this virus affects COVID-19 patients is critical to reducing your risk of complications and severe COVID-19. Emerging research suggests...

Long Hauler Syndrome – Part 2

by Dr. John Gannage | Jan 25, 2022 | Blog, Featured, General Wellness, Histamine, Integrative Medicine

Recommendations for Long-Hauler Syndrome If you are experiencing symptoms of long hauler syndrome, I recommend a number of dietary and lifestyle strategies and supplementation to improve your health. Part 1 of this 2-part series covered what it is, possible causes,...

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,...

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...

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...