Food Sensitivities, Mast Cell Histamine Hacks, Hydrogen Water, EMDR + Natural Flavors | Ask Me Anything

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In this AMA episode, I’m answering your biggest questions on food sensitivities, hydrogen-rich water, and what “natural flavors” really mean (including one surprising source you won’t forget). I break down why foods like avocado can show up as “reactive” on a test, and how to successfully reintroduce them as your gut heals. We also dive into the science on hydrogen water, its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, and the truth about ingredient label loopholes. Plus, I share my go-to strategies for calming mast cell activation, supporting the nervous system, and breaking through chronic illness plateaus.

A few of my favorite things we cover in this episode: 

•  How food sensitivity testing works (IgG, IgM, IgE) and why results are just a “snapshot in time.”
• The difference between food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances.
• Why reactive results for healthy foods often point to leaky gut or immune overreaction.
• Practical steps for reintroducing foods like avocado after healing.
• Clinical benefits of hydrogen-rich water and how to choose affordable options.
• “Natural flavors” on labels - what they can contain, why it matters, and how to get brand transparency.
• Foundational support for mast cell activation syndrome.
• Nervous system regulation tools: EMDR, FSM therapy, vagal toning, and passive wearables like Apollo Neuro.

Links to things we talked about in this episode: 

• Alex Tarnava episode of The Art of Being Well: https://drwillcole.com/alex-tarnava-the-shocking-benefits-of-molecular-hydrogen-water-for-metabolism-inflammation-gut-health-longevity-skin-health-more/
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In Health,

Dr. Will Cole