Atopic disease is a group of allergic disorders such as asthma, eczema and allergic rhinitis/hay fever.  These disorders are common, affecting 10% of adults and 20% of children.  It has been long thought that gut disorders play a role in atopic disorders.  Research has demonstrated that “leakiness” of the gut barrier is an important trigger […]

The first line of defense in the body against invaders that can abnormally activate the immune system are our physical barriers such as the skin and intestinal barrier.  The intestinal barrier is especially important for multiple reasons: If this barrier is “breached” the body is flooded with factors that activate inflammation and antibody production to […]