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The Pastore Podcast

Dr. Robert Pastore, PhD, CNS

Join Dr. Robert Pastore and his co-host Lexie (@lexircise) as they discuss and clarify nutritional and neurochemical science. Dr. Pastore is also joined by guests from backgrounds of all types – from all-star athletes, to top trainers and coaches, to scientists and researchers - and dives deeply into the science behind optimizing performance and longevity. Dr. Pastore is a Certified Nutrition Specialist, and holds an MS in Human Nutrition from Eastern Michigan University and a Ph.D. in Biomedical

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Podcast Update - End of Season 1

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2020/08/20

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On Hormones & Allergies

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2020/07/31

Dr. Pastore discusses the role hormones play when it comes to food allergies and food-mediated reactions. High estrogen can cause worsened food allergy symptoms. Show notes will be available Tuesday, August 4th at drrrobertpastore.com/podcasts

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On Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome

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2020/07/24

According to the American college of allergy, asthma and immunology, approximately 25 million Americans suffer from Seasonal allergic rhinoconjunctivitis. One in six Canadians suffers from seasonal allergic rhinitis (commonly known as hay fever). If you suffer from seasonal allergies or hay fever, there may be a connection to fruit and/or vegetable food allergies. University of Manchester webpage for foods cross-reacting with

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On Food Allergies

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2020/07/17

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. Show notes: https://drrobertpastore.com/podcasts/070-food-allergies

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On New Gluten Exposure Testing

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2020/06/26

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. Show notes: https://drrobertpastore.com/podcasts/069-new-gluten-exposure-testing

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On Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases (& the Celiac Connection)

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2020/06/19

Dr. Pastore covers the thyroid gland, non-autoimmune hypo & hyperthyroidism, the autoimmune thyroid diseases Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and Grave’s 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. SHOW NOTES: https://drrobertpastore.com/podcasts/068-thyroid-celiac

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On Celiac Disease & Cardiovascular Disease

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2020/06/13

Dr. Pastore discusses the connection between celiac disease and cardiovascular disease that many physicians miss when treating a patient with either. He covers how gluten consumption can affect the cardiovascular system, arteries, and veins; cause physical structure and electrical changes of the heart; and increase the risk of a heart attack. If you have cardiovascular disease, get tested for celiac disease. If you have celiac disease, request that your cardiovascular health be evaluated. SHOW

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On Persistent Organic Pollutants (& the Celiac...

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2020/06/08

Dr. Pastore discusses a new NYU study that monitored children’s exposure to persistent organic pollutants (POPs) - chemicals that have a long-lasting effect on the planet with the ability to accumulate in our ecosystem and bodies, such as DDT and PCB - and the connection to celiac disease. He covers where POPs are found, the risks of chronic POP exposure for celiacs and non-celiacs, and what you can control to limit your exposure.

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On Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (& the Celiac Connection)

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2020/05/30

A new study released in May 2020 has revealed connections between inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) and celiac disease. Before discussing study findings, Dr. Pastore first covers what IBD is, how it differs from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), who is most at risk, the complications and treatment for IBD. SHOW NOTES: https://drrobertpastore.com/podcasts

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On Refractory Celiac Disease

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2020/05/22

Continuing with topics around Celiac Disease Awareness Month, Dr. Pastore discusses a condition that some diagnosed celiacs are still faced with - refractory celiac disease. He covers what it is, how it’s diagnosed, how common it is amongst diagnosed celiac disease patients, the signs and symptoms to look out for, causes, treatments, secondary food reactions and what to discuss with your physician. The 6 Steps to Diagnosing Refractory Celiac Disease: 1. Review the original diagnosis of celiac

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On Tissue Transglutaminse and TTG IgA

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2020/05/15

Dr. Pastore covers a well-known, yet not well-understood diagnostic marker of celiac disease - tissue transglutaminase (TTG). He covers the function TTG plays as an enzyme, how TTG affects gluten and shares vital information about various TTG blood tests (TTG IgA and TTG IgG) for those looking for a diagnosis, and for the diagnosed celiac wanting to monitor their progress. Show notes: https://drrobertpastore.com/podcasts/063-tissue-transglutaminase

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On Celiac Disease Awareness Month

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2020/05/08

May is Celiac Disease Awareness Month, and Dr. Pastore covers important and relevant information on all-things celiac disease including statistics, symptoms, the history of the disease and how to go about being diagnosed, as 83% of those with the disease are not. Show notes: https://drrobertpastore.com/podcasts/celiac-disease-awareness-month-2020

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01:07:54

Ask Dr. Pastore: On Gut Health & Digestion

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2020/05/01

Dr. Pastore answers questions asked by Lexie’s fitness training team around gut health, digestion, food intolerances, candida, h-pylori, probiotics, and gut microbiota. Show notes: https://drrobertpastore.com/podcasts

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On Sleep & Immunity

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2020/04/24

Dr. Pastore discusses the vital role sleep plays in immunity, how lack of sleep and poor quality sleep can lower your immune system, sleep duration guidelines for optimal health and steps you can take to improve your sleep. What is “poor” sleep [1:00] Quality sleep for adults 7-9 continuous, uninterrupted hours of sleep per night Likely not possible for parents, like Dr. Pastore Teenagers require 8-10 continuous, uninterrupted hours of sleep per night 6.5 - 7 hours for teenagers can

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On New Acute Symptoms of Celiac Disease & Gluten...

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2020/04/17

As covered in previous podcasts, celiac disease can have many symptoms beyond gastrointestinal issues and looking skinny/malnourished. In this episode, Dr. Pastore discusses a study that revealed two new acute, non-classic symptoms that could be the only sign of celiac disease - nausea and vomiting within 2-4 hours of eating. Both symptoms typically originate in the stomach, whereas classic celiac symptoms are caused due to damage of the small intestine. He covers what is causing these symptoms and

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On the Coronavirus & COVID-19

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2020/04/10

Dr. Pastore shares the science and latest research behind coronavirus, how it differs from COVID-19 and what makes it so dangerous. As he is actively treating those with the virus, he covers the lesser-known symptoms, the genetic polymorphisms (gene errors) that put some more at risk than others beyond age and pre-existing medical conditions, the current status of treatment for COVID-19 and what you can do to keep you and those around you safe. SHOW NOTES Review of Dr. Pastore’s qualifications

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On Brain Health & Celiac Disease

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2020/04/03

[PART 2] Dr. Pastore continues on the topic of brain health, and what celiacs & non-celiacs can do now to lower the risk of future neurological & cognitive health issues. He covers what medical tests to have done, recommended foods and supplements, as well as ways to cognitively challenge your brain. Recap of part 1, upcoming in episode [0:40] Key action steps for celiac and non-celiac patients for brain health Decrease in gray & white matter in the brain for those with celiac disease, even

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On Mental Health & Celiac Disease

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2020/03/13

[PART 1] Dr. Pastore discusses the topic of mental health and celiac disease after the results of a brand new study that was released this week. Sometimes, mental illnesses, ataxia, multiple sclerosis, personality disorders can be the only sign or symptom of celiac disease. These can also be comorbidities of celiac disease (simultaneous presence of multiple diseases or conditions). Studies with MRIs have shown that both white and gray matter in the brain are negatively impacted for those with

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On Dental Health & Gluten

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2020/03/06

Dr. Pastore discusses the dental defects he suffered with prior to his celiac diagnosis, and how gluten and oral health are connected. Discussed: - What causes dental enamel defects (DED) and demineralization - How DED is associated with celiac disease - One study found that 83% of celiac disease patients had some degree of DED - How other oral health issues such as cavities and canker sores are connected to gluten - How to treat DED and other oral issues for celiac disease patients

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On Dermatitis Herpetiformis

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2020/02/28

Dr. Pastore discusses Dermatitis Herpetiformis - an autoimmune condition with skin rashes that is caused by the consumption of gluten. He covers who is most at risk, what this autoimmune condition is, how to get properly diagnosed and the celiac disease connection. Discussed: Dermatitis Herpetiformis (DH) is NOT the same as celiac disease. The majority of those with DH also have celiac disease, however there are people that only have DH and not celiac disease, and vice versa. DH is an

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