Dr. Robert Pastore, PhD, CNS
Join Dr. Robert Pastore on his podcast as he dives deeply into nutritional and neurochemical science, from celiac disease and food-based allergies, to optimizing performance and maximizing longevity.
#072 - On Hormones & Allergies
Dr. Pastore continues on the topic of food allergies, this time covering the connection between food reactions and hormones, specifically the estrogen group. He discusses hormone replacement therapy, birth control, acid blockers and how each can intensify reactions and symptoms.
#071 - On Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome
Dr. Pastore continues on the topic of food allergies, and how many are connected to pollen and seasonal allergies (better known as “hay fever”).
#070 - On Food Allergies
Dr. Pastore discusses the top 9 food allergies, and a new consumer study showing that these allergy diagnoses are on the rise. Topics covered include what a food allergy is, when and why food allergies appear, anaphylaxis and less severe symptoms of a food allergy, and what to discuss with your doctor to get a formal diagnosis.
#069 - On New Gluten Exposure Testing
Dr. Pastore discusses a new, at-home test that celiacs can utilize to determine if they have been exposed to gluten, why it’s important to monitor gluten exposure, the shockingly high rates of unknown gluten exposure among celiacs following a gluten-free diet at home and in restaurants, and what the research has to say about the accuracy of the new test.
#068 - On Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases (& the Celiac Connection)
Dr. Pastore covers the thyroid gland, non-autoimmune hypo & hyperthyroidism, the autoimmune thyroid diseases Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and Graves' Disease, how the two are connected to celiac disease, and what tests you should request from your physician to be an advocate for your own health.