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Experiencing unpleasant symptoms after consuming certain foods could be due to an intolerance. Food intolerance is defined as a sensitivity to something in a food that causes the gastrointestinal system to become irritated and react. This condition is real and very common. Let’s discuss why you Read More
Food Intolerances
Unproven Food Allergy Tests
Some healthcare providers may offer diagnostic tests that are unproven food allergy tests. There are many tests that the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) do not recommend for the diagnosis of food allergy. This article discusses some of these tests. IgG Testing This Read More
The Difference Between Food Intolerance and a Food Allergy
Symptoms of food intolerance and a food allergy can be similar, so people can be confused between the two. However, there are clear distinctions. Food intolerance is a problem with digestion, whereas a food allergy is a problem with the immune system. Food intolerance may produce discomfort, but it Read More
Food Intolerance Symptoms
People who have certain physical reactions to specific foods have either a food allergy or food intolerance. These two conditions tend to share similar symptoms, but they are distinctly different conditions requiring different treatments. The biggest difference is that food intolerance is never a Read More
Most Common Food Intolerances
Food intolerances can create a great deal of physical discomfort for those who are affected by them. A food intolerance is defined as a sensitivity to certain foods which, if ingested, can cause the person to experience digestive symptoms, such as gas, bloating, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Some Read More
