Helena Amos Acupuncture and Natural Medicine Clinic

09/24/2026

Ragweed season is here — and it's not just sneezing.

If you notice hives, flushing, bloating, or brain fog getting worse in August/September, your gut may be part of the story. Pollen adds to your body's total histamine load — and if your gut is already stretched thin clearing histamine, that's when symptoms spike. Supporting the gut lining itself is often the missing piece, not just managing pollen exposure.

Two things worth knowing this time of year:
🔹 Ragweed can cross-react with foods like banana, melon, zucchini, and chamomile — itchy mouth after eating these in season is a real thing (oral allergy syndrome)

🔹 Mold spores (Alternaria, Cladosporium) peak right alongside ragweed — a second hidden trigger most people miss

Best way to know what's driving it: a specific-IgE test for ragweed + mold, ideally a component-resolved panel that can separate true allergy from cross-reactivity in one draw.

Not everything in "allergy season" is allergies. Sometimes it's your gut asking for support too.

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09/18/2026

An introduction to 'Amos Anti-Aging & Vitality' a Functional Medicine clinic owned by Dr. Helena Amos.

To schedule a free 20 minute consultation with Dr. Helena, visit AmosVitality.com/Contact

09/17/2026

Dr. Helena Amos's newest 'Clinical Note to The World':
Transition to Fall: Why do I Feel so Tired?

Swipe to read her latest insights from 30 years of clinical experience.

Schedule a 20 minute free consultation with Dr. Helena at AmosVitality.com/Contact

09/11/2026

Dr. Helena's newest article- Different Types of Insomnia: Why the Right Supplement Depends on the Cause.

Learn more about how insomnia can actually be a sign of a deeper problem. Swipe to read the full article.



Learn more at: AmosVitality.com

07/01/2026

Clinical Note to the World #9: Histamine Sensitivity
Histamine sensitivity is not just about food. Many people think histamine issues come only from what they eat. But clinically, histamine sensitivity is often a sign of deeper hormonal, liver and other imbalances.

Read Dr. Helena's full “Clinical Note” blog - from a series where she examines how various conditions can be difficult to treat, misdiagnosed, or missed entirely. To learn more about testing and treatment for any of the conditions profiled, contact us to schedule a FREE brief consultation or to book an appointment.

Many people think histamine issues come only from what they eat, but clinically, these reactions are often signs of gut, hormonal, nervous system and other imbalances.

06/23/2026

Clinical Note to the World #8: New Emotions
Emotions are not only psychological — they are biochemical.
Many people experience anxiety, irritability, low mood, or overwhelm and assume it is purely emotional. But clinically, emotional states are often closely linked to underlying nutrient and biochemical imbalances.

Read Dr. Helena's full “Clinical Note” blog - from a series where she examines how various conditions can be difficult to treat, misdiagnosed, or missed entirely. To learn more about testing and treatment for any of the conditions profiled, contact us to schedule a FREE brief consultation or to book an appointment.

Emotional states like anxiety, irritability, low mood, or overwhelm are often linked to underlying nutrient and biochemical imbalances.

06/12/2026

Living longer is not the same as living well. Lifespan reflects duration, while healthspan reflects quality — preserved mobility, clear cognition, emotional resilience and stable metabolism. The true strategy for longevity is preserving coherence.

Read Dr. Helena's latest blog article to understand coherence and why it's critical for for healthy aging. To support your own longevity, or to discuss related health concerns, contact Dr. Helena for a brief free consultation, or to book an appointment.

Living longer is not the same as living well. Lifespan reflects duration, while healthspan reflects quality — preserved mobility, clear cognition, emotional resilience and stable metabolism. The true strategy for longevity is preserving coherence.

06/09/2026

Clinical Note to the World #7: Allergies
Allergies are not always just “allergies.”
Many people think of allergies as something external — pollen, food, environment. But clinically, allergies are often a reflection of internal imbalance related to immune system overreaction, gut dysfunction, histamine overload, toxin exposure and more.

Read Dr. Helena's full “Clinical Note” blog - from a series where she examines how various conditions can be difficult to treat, misdiagnosed, or missed entirely. To learn more about testing and treatment for any of the conditions profiled, contact us to schedule a FREE brief consultation or to book an appointment.

Many people think of allergies as something external — pollen, food, environment — but clinically, allergies are often a reflection of internal imbalance

04/10/2026

🧘‍♀️ Here are five simple techniques to help tune in to your body. Teach yourself how to notice symptoms early, identify triggers, and self-soothe so the real healing work can begin. Read Dr. Helena's latest article to learn more.

🧬 Medicine begins with attentive listening, refined clinical observation, and comprehensive testing chosen for the individual — not the routine. Let’s solve the puzzle. Contact us to get started.

Here are five simple techniques to help tune in to your body. Teach yourself how to notice symptoms early, identify triggers, and self-soothe so the real healing work can begin.

04/08/2026

Clinical Note to the World #6: Heartburn
Heartburn, or reflux, is not necessarily the outcome of too much acid, or the result of dietary triggers from meals or lifestyle habits.

• If reflux keeps returning, it may be time to investigate digestion—not suppress it.
• If this resonates, a root-cause approach can change everything.
• If you’ve tried “everything” and it keeps coming back, let’s look deeper.

Read Dr. Helena's full “Clinical Note” blog - from a series where she examines how various conditions can be difficult to treat, misdiagnosed, or missed entirely. To learn more about testing and treatment for any of the conditions profiled, contact us to schedule a FREE brief consultation, or to book an appointment.

Heartburn, or reflux, is not necessarily the outcome of too much acid, or the result of dietary triggers from meals or lifestyle habits. It can signal the need to look deeper at digestion.