The Immune Edit Transcripts

What Integrative Medicine Actually Is (And What It's Not)

Integrative medicine and functional medicine get used interchangeably but they are not the same thing. In this episode, Dr. Doug Jones and Dr. Gary Soffer of Yale Medicine break down the real difference and why it matters for your health.

Bridging Gaps in Food Allergy Care with Dr. Olga Kagan

Dr. Doug Jones and Dr. Olga Kagan discuss her career from critical care to founding the Food Allergy Nursing Association, educating nurses globally, bridging access gaps with tele-nursing, and addressing misinformation in food allergies.

Infant Feeding, Food Allergy Treatment, and Compassion in Medicine with Dr. Manisha Relan

Dr. Doug Jones and Dr. Manisha Relan discuss compassion in medicine, infant feeding guidelines, food allergy treatment options, private practice challenges, and practical edits for families navigating allergies.

Alpha-Gal Syndrome: The Tick-Borne Red Meat Allergy That Breaks All the Rules

Dr. Doug Jones explains Alpha-Gal Syndrome — the tick-borne red meat allergy that causes delayed anaphylaxis 3–8 hours after eating. Learn why it’s spreading rapidly, how to recognize it, common myths, and why awareness is now critical after the first known death.

Allergies, Social Media, and Dispelling Misinformation with Dr. Zachary Rubin

Dr. Doug Jones interviews Dr. Zachary Rubin — pediatric allergist and creator with over 4 million followers — about fighting allergy misinformation, the origins of his viral hula-hooping videos, rebuilding public trust in healthcare, and his upcoming book All About Allergies.

Uncovering the Truth About Food Allergies - Diagnosis Journey (Part 3) with Dr. Farrah Khan and Dr. Tom Chaco

Uncovering the Truth About Food Allergies - Diagnosis Journey (Part 2) with Dr. Farrah Khan and Dr. Tom Chaco

Join Dr. Doug Jones, Dr. Farrah Khan, and Dr. Tom Chaco in Part 2 of this food allergies series on The Immune Edit Podcast. Discover treatment options like avoidance, Xolair, oral immunotherapy (OIT), and sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT), with pros, cons, and paths to food freedom. Vital guidance for families tackling allergies.

The Backup Plan You Didn’t Know You Had

Dr. Doug Jones shares a personal story about surviving an anomalous coronary artery and what it taught him about advocating for your health, finding the right doctor, building resilience through chronic illness, and avoiding medical misinformation.

Navigating the Holidays With Food Allergies: Reducing Stress, Setting Boundaries, and Staying Safe

The holiday season can amplify stress for those living with food allergies or chronic illness. In this episode of Immune Edit, Dr. Doug Jones shares practical strategies to reduce anxiety, prevent cross-contamination, set healthy boundaries, and enjoy the holidays safely—without guilt, fear, or unnecessary stress.

How to Navigate Thanksgiving (and the Holidays) With Food Allergies: Practical, Calm, Real-Life Strategies

A compassionate, practical guide to enjoying Thanksgiving and other food-centered holidays when you or your child have food allergies — without guilt, fear, or overwhelm. Learn communication scripts, plate strategies, boundary-setting, and mindset shifts to help you feel prepared, confident, and safe.

Can You Get the Flu Shot If You Have an Egg Allergy? (Yes — Here’s Why the Myth Is Wrong)

In this episode of The Immune Edit, Dr. Doug Jones and guest Dr. Tricia Twelves break down the long-standing myth linking egg allergies and flu vaccine risk — and explain why the science has disproven it for nearly two decades.

Eggs, Avocados, Allergies, & Women’s Health

A fun, educational deep-dive into eggs, avocados, sourdough, food allergies, and women’s health—featuring Dr. Doug Jones and special guest Dr. Tricia Twelves as they cook, compare ingredients, debunk myths, and connect nutrition to real medical insight.