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Sugar: Your MCAS Enemy
mcas, diet, nutrition, triggers Dr. Gayl Hyde 10/12/25 mcas, diet, nutrition, triggers Dr. Gayl Hyde 10/12/25

Sugar: Your MCAS Enemy

You may want to sink your teeth into a tasty treat – that iced donut looks incredibly scrumptious – but is it worth the risk of a terrible reaction? Processed, sugary foods can be problematic for many people with MCAS.

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Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is a complex immune response that causes the body to react inappropriately to normal things. Reactions are not allergic reactions. However, they act very much the same way and can lead to anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening. Everyone experiences a unique set of symptoms, and no two people are the same, making diagnosis and treatment challenging. Not everyone with MCAS experiences anaphylaxis, and symptoms can vary and change over time. While there is no cure, there is hope. Symptom remission can be achieved with the proper support and guidance from an MCAS-literate healthcare provider.

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