Evidence is mounting of the prevalence of Celiac Disease and it’s implication in the development of other autoimmune disorders. But where is the response from the medical community? It seems there are more than a few barriers preventing traditional medical practitioners from grasping the gravity of the situation. Here are a few: 1. Physicians believe …
Did you know that 1 in 133 people in the U.S has celiac disease? (Archives of Internal Medicine, published 10 February 2003) Unfortunately, only about 1 out of every 4,700 Americans has been diagnosed, which means 97% of cases go undetected in our country. Why is this? Dr. Alessio Fassano, the Director of the Center …
The shortcomings of traditional medicine often block a patient’s path to better health. Sometimes even medical professionals cannot uncover the truth because of endless red tape and road blocks. Many patients and doctors become discouraged and give up. Dr. Alessio Fassano, thankfully, is not one of them. After moving to Baltimore from Naples, Italy in …
The Truth About Supermarkets Supermarkets are comfortable places. The automatic doors open into a familiar, air-conditioned world where everything has its designated place. Predictably organized produce nestled in neat pyramids, shiny cuts of meat glisten behind glass, and troughs of dairy products strike poses in their colorful packages. In the United States we have …
Discover what foods serve as our triggers. RAST blood examinations (short for radioallergosorbent test) which tests for acute immune reactions to food, combined with an ELISA Blood Test, which examines the body’s latent reaction to 96 potential food allergens, provide a comprehensive picture of IBS triggers. Exclude the trigger food from our diet. …
• What Do Some Medical Doctors Say about the Cause and Cures of IBS? While some medical doctors concede that IBS is affected by diet, most do not test for food allergies. They allege that the true cause is unknown, and the best course of action is to numb symptoms with prescribed medication. • Is …
• What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? IBS is a continuum of chronic abdominal pain, bloating, constipation or diarrhea. • How does IBS develop? Around 70% of our immune system is located in our digestive tract. Its primary role is to “ok” or “attack” a food we ingest. When our immune system doesn’t like something …
Acne is embarrassing, painful, unattractive and seemingly unavoidable. All of us deal with pimples at some point in our lives, but why do some people have cases that last well into adulthood? Commercial treatments focus on skin cleanliness and unclogging pores. At first glance, this logic seems sensible. Perhaps some skin is more susceptible to …
In previous articles we have defined food allergies, discussed how they develop, and given a general overview of symptoms. In this article we will cover the process of digestion in greater depth, and talk more specifically about IBS symptoms. Digestion Basics: What Everyone Should Know Our digestive tract is a 30 foot long muscular …
I. Changing the Question II. The Cause of Symptoms, Pain & Discomfort III. Enzyme Nutrition Can Heal IV. The Importance of Digestion V. Warning Signs of a Compromised Digestive System VI. The Role of Enzymes in Digestion VII. Enzyme Therapy: Assessing your Path Towards Healing VIII. Take Command of your Health IX. Links to Helpful …
