Mast cells are a type of white blood cell that are found in connective tissue. This light microscopy footage shows the degranulation of mast cells, the process by which they release chemicals when activated. Credit: Timelapse Vision Inc / Science Photo Library http://bit.ly/36s4Dda #biology #immunology #medicine | Science Photo Library

Mast cell degranulation syndrome, often triggered by histamine-rich foods, can cause major reactions in those affected. These individuals need to be vigilant about every food they consume. It's a serious allergy-like response, but driven by chemicals, not the immune system itself. #FoodAllergies #AllergySupport #ChronicIllness | Coffee With Dr. Stewart Podcasts

Mast cells are immune cells found throughout the body, including the gut, skin, nerves, lungs, and around the blood brain barrier. While they’re best known for allergies, mast cells do far more and growing research links mast cell disorders to autism. When mast cells are triggered, they release inflammatory chemicals like histamine, cytokines, and prostaglandins. They can also release inflammatory signals without histamine, triggered by stress, toxins, infections, or hormones. Mast cell disorder