Inflammation is a common health and wellness “buzzword” these days, but how is inflammation related to IC? In part 1 of a two-part interview, Callie talks with Dr. Theoharis Theoharides about mast cells, their role in inflammation, and what’s known about the connection between inflammation and IC. Dr. Theoharis Theoharides is a Yale-trained medical doctor and researcher that has been named the world expert in mast cell research by Expertscape and has over 480 peer-reviewed publications about mast cells. Dr. Theo breaks down the known research on mast cells and their role in inflammation and talks through the connections to different aspects of IC. He and Callie also discuss some pointers for how to approach doctor’s appointments to maximize your appointment time. Sex & IC Master class in the IC Collective: https://callieknutrition.kartra.com/page/The-IC-Collective Interstitial Cystitis Symposium: https://www.givesignup.org/Race/FL/Clearwater/ICBPSSymposium Connect with Dr. Theo Algonot supplements: https://algonot.com/ Website: https://www.mastcellmaster.com/ Work With Callie Apply to work with Callie to minimize your IC symptoms & get your life back! Connect with me! Instagram Facebook Pinterest Website Email: [email protected]