This post addresses common feeding challenges and offers practical solutions for your child. Some of the greatest family and social eating challenges involve the “picky eating” habits of children with sensory issues with certain textures, shapes, flavors, smells or...

This post compiles and summarizes the evidence on mast cell activation and histamine intolerance conditions, and includes a section on how migraine can play into the picture. Please note that, especially in the case of mast cell activation, the evidence base and...

Exercising when you are chronically illBy Andrea Wool, Creator of the Autoimmune Strong Program If you are affected by chronic illness and chronic pain, you may have a hard time exercising, even if you really enjoy it or used to enjoy it in the past. Nobody...

By Mira Dessy, Holistic Nutritionist Summer is such a wonderful and delicious time of year. It’s the peak of the growing season, and there is a bounty of freshness and flavor available. Using a variety of fresh herbs is a great way to add a nourishing boost to your...

This blog post weaves together my, and my son's, vision issues with insights on how nutrition can drastically improve vision and eye health. I've updated this blog over the years based on new layers of experience, the highlights of which include nearightedness,...

If you’re traveling this summer, you may be wondering how to eat as healthy as you can. Of course, these tips are also relevant if you travel for work or if you enjoy eating out once in a while. The first thing that I want to say on this topic is that you should enjoy...

What’s your relationship with bread, and how did you get there? It sure seems like bread is a touchy subject these days. Certainly, it comes up as a controversial topic in the media as well as in many people’s personal and social lives. As the health condition of...

Pregnancy is a beautiful time in a woman’s life. Full of baby kicks and tumbles, that growing belly is home to a precious bundle of joy. For many women, however, that growing belly also becomes the home of some stretch marks. Stretch marks are caused by the breaking...

Valentine’s Day is a great time to think about your loved ones and cherish your relationship.  It’s not just about romantic love but also about the connection you have with your family and friends.  Love is food for the soul.  Healthy relationships and love are...