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This month's newsletter is packed with good things — from one of our top recommended magnesium supports for sensitive individuals, a delicious and MCAS-friendly recipe for rutabaga fries, plus an exciting program spotlight on Primal Trust's Daily Regulate program.
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MCAS Monday — In Brief
✨** Join Us Live! – **Join the MC360 Clinic team today to get your MCAS related questions answered and some helpful resources.
✨** Magnesium Glycinate – **Could magnesium be the missing piece in your wellness plan? This gentle, highly absorbable form deserves a spot in your daily routine.
✨** Rutabaga Fries – **This crispy, hearty rutabaga fry recipe checks almost every box for comfort food and might just become your new favorite side dish.
✨** The Best Magnesium for Histamine Intolerance and MCAS – **Not all magnesium is created equal and when you have MCAS, choosing the wrong form can make symptoms worse instead of better. Here’s what you need to know before you supplement.
✨** Primal Trust 40-Day Daily Regulate – **What if nervous system healing only took 5 minutes a day? Primal Trust’s Daily Regulate program makes it possible. And nervous system work is among the first steps the Mast Cell 360 clinic recommends for MCAS recovery. Use code
Everything we recommend to our community, both online and in these newsletters, has been vetted by the team personally and tried in the clinic first. We know what it’s like to be sensitive! And, while we still encourage people to work with their practitioners because everyone is unique, we hope our recommendations will make it easier for you to navigate.
Keep reading for more details in this week’s MCAS Monday...
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If you’ve been searching for a foundational supplement that supports your body from the inside out, magnesium glycinate is one worth knowing about.
Magnesium is involved in hundreds of processes throughout the body and many people with chronic health conditions are running low without even realizing it. The glycinate form is chelated, meaning the magnesium is bound to the amino acid glycine, making it gentler on the digestive system and easier for your body to absorb and use.
Key Benefits:
Energy metabolism— Supports the breakdown of carbohydrates, amino acids, and fats so your body can produce and use energy efficientlyCardiovascular support— Promotes healthy heart function and has been associated with healthy glucose utilization in long-term researchNeurological & neuromuscular function— Helps regulate nerve signals and muscle contractions, supporting everything from cognitive clarity to physical comfortBone health— Aids calcium metabolism and bone mineralization, which is essential for long-term skeletal strengthGentle on digestion— Unlike many other forms of magnesium, the glycinate form is less likely to cause loose stools, making it well-tolerated even for sensitive systemsNutrient synergy— Helps your body better utilize key vitamins including B6, C, and E
For those living with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, the nervous system is often in a state of chronic overactivation. Magnesium plays a direct role in calming that response. Magnesium supports the regulation of the nervous system, helping to reduce the “threat” signaling that can keep mast cells on high alert. Its role in maintaining healthy cardiovascular function and acid-alkaline balance is also significant, as dysregulation in these areas can contribute to the systemic symptoms so many with MCAS experience.
Different forms of magnesium work best for different applications. And if you have known or suspected Oxalate Intolerance, you may do better with a form like magnesium malate.
Starting slow and working with your practitioner to find the right dose is always recommended.
*Please consult with your practitioner to determine what is right for you.[CLICK HERE TO SHOP FOR MAGNESIUM GLYCINATE]
Craving something hearty, satisfying, and safe for your sensitive system? Look no further than this oven-baked rutabaga fries recipe. Rutabaga is a root vegetable that brings a smooth, filling, steak-fry texture to your plate without the dietary concerns that come with potatoes. Seasoned with fresh garlic, rosemary, and parsley, these fries make the perfect snack, appetizer, or side dish to pair with your favorite low histamine proteins.
This recipe is:
Low FODMAP(option)Low Salicylate(option)Dairy free (option)
Gluten free
For those navigating MCAS, finding foods that fit multiple dietary restrictions at once can feel like an impossible puzzle. Potatoes are commonly swapped out on the MCAS diet because, while they are low histamine, they are high in both oxalates and lectins, two compounds known to trigger mast cell reactions in sensitive individuals. Rutabaga steps in as a satisfying substitute that is low histamine, low oxalate, and low lectin all at once.
It’s also rich in Vitamin C, which supports the DAO enzyme responsible for breaking down histamine. The potassium helps regulate the immune cell signaling that mast cells depend on. Plus, calcium which plays a role in nervous system plasticity is an important factor in calming the chronic overactivation of mast cells. Baked at the right temperature with clean, high-smoke-point oils, these fries are a feel-good win from start to finish.
If you’ve ever tried a magnesium supplement and felt worse instead of better, you are not alone. Many people in the MCAS community have had uncomfortable reactions to magnesium without understanding why. The truth is, magnesium comes in many different forms, and some are far better suited for sensitive systems than others. This in-depth blog post cuts through the confusion and gives you a clear roadmap for navigating magnesium supplementation safely and effectively.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
Why magnesium deficiency is so common in MCAS— including the health conditions and everyday factors that quietly deplete your levelsHow to test your magnesium levels— and why the standard serum magnesium blood test often misses the markThe direct connection between magnesium and mast cell activity— including what happens to histamine levels when magnesium drops too lowWhich forms of magnesium to avoid with MCAS and Histamine Intolerance— and the hidden additives and preservatives in supplements that can trigger reactionsA breakdown of each low-histamine magnesium form— glycinate, malate, taurate, threonate, oxide, and chloride. With the specific benefits and potential drawbacks of each.How topical magnesium works differently than oral— and why it can be a game-changer if you have gut absorption issuesA practical daily protocol for using multiple forms together— with guidance on which forms work best in the morning vs. at nightWhy starting low and slow matters so much with magnesium sulfate (Epsom salts)— and how to avoid the detox flares that catch so many people off guard
Magnesium is involved in over 300 enzyme reactions in the body and plays a direct role in calming mast cell activity, supporting histamine breakdown, and regulating the nervous system. Getting this one piece of your supplement puzzle right can make a meaningful difference in how you feel day to day. This post gives you the knowledge to do it in a way that works with your body.
[CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL BLOG POST ON MAGNESIUM WITH MCAS]
If you’ve ever felt like nervous system work sounded important but overwhelming, or like you just don’t have the time or energy to add one more thing, this program was made for you. Daily Regulate is a 40-day guided experience from Primal Trust, the #1 nervous system program recommended by the Mast Cell 360 clinic. Led by Dr. Cathleen King, DPT, it delivers one email and one short video to your inbox every single day, walking you through foundational regulation practices in a gentle, sustainable format. Just 5 to 10 minutes a day, showing up for your nervous system.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
Why nervous system regulation is the missing piece in MCAS recoveryand how a dysregulated nervous system keeps mast cells stuck in a chronic state of high alert40 foundational regulation techniquesdelivered one day at a time so you’re never overwhelmedHow to address both the brain and the body— Daily Regulate bridges brain retraining (limbic system) and vagus nerve toning, which most other programs don’t combineWhy pacing is healingand how approaching nervous system work slowly and consistently leads to better outcomes than diving in all at onceWhat real results look like— program data shows that participants with the lowest functionality improved by 87% after just 3 months of using the tools consistently
For those with MCAS, the nervous system is not a side note in healing, it’s an essential. When the nervous system is locked in a state of perceived threat, mast cells stay activated, histamine stays elevated, and even the best supplements and dietary changes can only do so much.
Daily Regulate is included with every Primal Trust membership at no extra cost. You can use code 10MC360 to save $10 off of your first month!
[CLICK HERE TO TRY THE 40-DAY DAILY REGULATE FROM PRIMAL TRUST]
We hope you find this information helpful! And we hope your week ahead is gentle.
Remember, healing is a journey. **We know it can be overwhelming. We’ve all been there, and we understand. **
Just focus on taking your next step.
We’re here to support you and some of these resources should help, too. **Your health journey is as unique as you are. Healing is about uncovering and addressing your root causes to create a path to better health! **
One step at a time.
Together in healing,The Mast Cell 360 Team
PS Our practitioners work with sensitive people just like you every day.
One of the things that makes our clinic unique is that we use a method created BY sensitive people FOR sensitive people. We’ve been where you are and understand.
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