How do we get exposed to heavy metals? Many people consider heavy metal exposure to be rare, but sources of exposure are actually quite common. [1] Heavy metals are a class of toxic elements usually found in the following sources and materials [2]: Air pollution Polluted food (cattle, fish, pesticide-laden produce) Polluted groundwater/drinking water Prescription…
An epitope is the part of an antigen that is recognized by the immune system. For example, the epitope is the specific piece of the antigen to which an antibody binds. image from The Free Dictionary: “Epitope” https://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/epitopeEpitope mapping is the process of experimentally identifying the binding sites, or ‘epitopes’, of antibodies on their target…
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“How strict do I have to be on the elimination diet?” This is the most common question asked by people on an elimination diet for food sensitivity. The answer (unlike the diet and lifestyle change) is simple: very strict, because the greater the adherence to the diet, the better the health outcomes. This effect, greater…
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By now you are likely familiar with the concept of the microbiome and its broad action in the role of a healthy gut barrier, immune system function, and wellness at large. You may not be as familiar with the concept of short-chain fatty acids and their symbiotic interplay — connecting our diet, our gut bugs,…
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It’s allergy season, which means that you may be suffering from a stuffy nose, runny nose, itchy eyes, or other bothersome symptoms caused by seasonal environmental allergens. You may be reading this very blog in an effort to learn how to eliminate your current allergy symptoms that you are suffering from. While there is no…
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