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May 28, 2026

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Luanne Hopkinson, Clinical nutritionist & neuroplasticity coach, histamine intolerance and MCAS expert

Luanne Hopkinson (GradDipHumNutr, BSc, ADipNutrMed) is a clinical nutritionist and neuroplasticity coach helping women with histamine intolerance and MCAS find a different way forward—one that doesn’t revolve around endless restriction. Blending nutrition science with neuroscience, she addresses both the gut and the nervous system through her 5R Histamine Modulation Protocol™, helping the body feel safe enough to stop overreacting. The result: fewer symptoms, more food freedom, and a life that feels like yours again.

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