Do you struggle with IBS symptoms like cramping, bloating, diarrhea, or constipation—but nothing seems to help? You’re not alone. Many people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome go years without clear answers or lasting relief. But new research suggests many of these cases may be driven by a form of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) that affectsContinue reading “Is It IBS or MCAS? The Hidden Link Between Food Reactions, Leaky Gut & Mast Cells”
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Steps to Heal the Gut from Food Sensitivities
Since I help a lot of people with their gastrointestinal issues, I frequently get the question “Can we recover from our food sensitivities?” The answer is yes and no. I often see people who are reacting to multiple foods. I explain that there is usually one major food like gluten that is creating inflammation inContinue reading “Steps to Heal the Gut from Food Sensitivities”
Granny’s Pickled Okra Recipe
This unusual cool spell has made me start thinking it is already fall. Like women and grannies of the past, I spend considerable effort in the summer and fall getting ready for winter. While my husband gathers firewood for us, my job is to preserve the summer’s harvest so we have an abundance of ourContinue reading “Granny’s Pickled Okra Recipe”
Natural Support for Seasonal Allergies
The other day I walked outside to find my car covered in pollen, so clearly we are entering the peak season for seasonal allergies. The question I always address at this time of year is how to reduce allergy symptoms naturally. First, start with overall health and diet. For instance, people who consume diets higherContinue reading “Natural Support for Seasonal Allergies”
Dr. Laurell Matthews, ND 