Rajani KattaApr 3, 20184 minThe Low Nickel Diet for Hand EczemaFor some people with nickel allergy, eating foods high in nickel such as nuts and wheat can cause rashes such as hand eczema.
Rajani KattaMar 27, 20187 minFood Allergies and EczemaFood allergies may worsen skin rashes in some, but not all, patients with eczema. This is a complex area, since there are different types of
Rajani Katta MDMar 27, 20187 minIf You Are Allergic to Nickel, Try This Kind of JewelryIf you've ever had a rash after wearing costume jewelry, you may be dealing with a nickel allergy. Luckily, there are strategies that help.
Rajani KattaMar 20, 20183 minGlycation: The Science Behind Sugar SagThe following information is excerpted from "Glow: The Dermatologist’s Guide to a Whole Foods Younger Skin Diet" ©Rajani Katta MD Fine...
Rajani Katta MDMar 20, 20185 minShoe Allergy and Rashes on the Feet: What You Need to KnowIf you have a rash on the top of your feet or toes, one possible cause is shoe allergy. Different components of shoes can trigger allergic r
Rajani Katta MDMar 13, 20183 minSkin and Ski: How To Protect Your Skin On Your Next Ski TripCan't you just picture it now? That sparkling expanse of pristine white snow. That cold, bracing air. That long, long soak in the hot...
Rajani KattaMar 12, 20182 minWhy Consuming Too Much Sugar Can Lead To Wrinkles and Aging SkinOver the years, I've had a lot of patients ask me about their wrinkles. Specifically, are there any creams that can help with deep...
Rajani Katta MDSep 11, 20175 minAllergy to Fragrance: Understanding Fragrance Additives and Choosing ProductsIf you're allergic to fragrance, it can be very hard to avoid. There are hundreds of fragrance additives, and they're found in the v
Rajani Katta MDSep 11, 20174 minWarning: "Fragrance-Free" Products May In Fact Contain Fragrance AdditivesMany products that are labeled as "fragrance-free" may legally contain fragrance additives. This is due to a loophole in the label
Rajani KattaSep 6, 20172 minSkin Saving Sweets: Peach Almond Custard TartThe peaches in this dessert provide a boost of phytonutrients. The eggs and almond flour used in place of white flour help limit sugar...
Rajani KattaSep 2, 20174 minAllergic Skin Reactions on the Job: Occupational Allergic Contact DermatitisI've been performing patch testing for close to 20 years, and during that time I've seen many cases of allergies related to the...
Rajani KattaSep 2, 20175 minAllergic Skin Reactions in AthletesCan you be allergic to work? Well, you can certainly be allergic to some of the tools or equipment or other exposures in your workplace....
Rajani KattaSep 2, 20174 min Telogen effluvium: Sudden Rapid Hair LossSudden hair loss. I've experienced it myself. Twice, in fact. The first time, I was traveling overseas for the summer. On my first night,...
Rajani Katta MDAug 27, 20174 minTelogen effluvium: Sudden Rapid Hair LossTelogen effuvium results in sudden, rapid hair loss. When an event causes severe physical stress to the body, such as pregnancy, illness, su
Rajani KattaAug 26, 20177 minWhy Prebiotics are So Important for Healthy SkinWe're hearing a lot about probiotics these days. Yogurt, kombucha, kefir: it seems as though probiotic foods are all the rage. But what...
Rajani KattaAug 26, 20172 minSkin Saving Snacks: Red Bean Mushroom Fritters Provide an Extra Dose of Fiber and ZincThese fritters pack in 3 vegetables – red kidney beans, mushrooms, and carrots – which means they pack a lot of nutrients in a small...
Rajani KattaAug 18, 20175 minSkin-Saving Snacks: 11 Simple Snack Ideas for Healthy SkinIt's 4pm, and your energy levels are crashing. Do you reach for that sugar bomb coffee drink? The crackers from the vending machine? Or...
Rajani Katta MDJul 26, 20178 minRed eyelids: tips for facial and eyelid contact dermatitisRed, itchy eyelids may be due to allergic contact dermatitis. This allergic skin reaction can be due to cosmetics, hair care, and others.
Rajani KattaJul 9, 20172 minSkin-Saving Snacks: Roasted ChickpeasCrispy, spicy chickpeas fresh from the oven I'm always looking for more ways to add beans and lentils to our diet. Beans of all types are...
Rajani KattaJul 8, 20174 minThe Balsam of Peru Avoidance Diet: Why Allergy to Fragrance Additives May Sometimes Mean an Allergy Some people allergic to fragrance additives will also react to foods with balsam of peru such as tomatoes, cinnamon, citrus, and chocolate.