Treatments

Switching Antacids from Zantac to Pepcid

Recent news reports indicate that Zantac contains a very small amount of a carcinogen called NDMA.  After spending several hours trying to learn more about the risks associated with the ingestion of NDMA, I am finding that the information currently available provides no clear answers. There is no question in my mind that Zantac (and…

Avoiding the Tyramine Landmine

In 2005, the Familial Dysautonomia NOW researchers made a huge treatment breakthrough!  They discovered that those with familial dysautonomia (FD) must avoid tyramine, a natural substance found in aged foods, such as hot dogs, prunes and soy sauce.   Avoiding tyramine is crucial for those with FD.  When tyramine floods the system, the FD body is…