November 2016 – Devon Allergy Clinic

An insulated home can cause a build up of VOCs

As the weather gets colder people who have insulated their home well may have a build up of VOCs. they may feel a warm & cosy glow thinking that they are keeping well.This can be deceptive as toxic air trapped in new & refurbished homes causes an increase in allergy and asthma according to Professor…

Evolution of The Devon Allergy Clinic

The Devon Allergy Clinic has evolved over the last ten years. Initially I started diagnosing potential allergies which are an IgE (Immunoglobulin E) meditated response but soon realised that non IgE, intolerance and digestive disorders were often what my patients presented with. In fact allergies, such as rhinitis, are not the primary reason for patients…

Bad breath or Halitosis is not just poor oral hygiene but potentially poor digestion

Bad breath is something most people suffer from at some point, particularly first thing in the morning. However, when it becomes a persistent problem, it can not only cause embarrassment but have a negative impact on a person’s quality of life. For instance, in terms of work interaction and socialising. Identifying the root cause of…