The terms food allergy, food sensitivity and food intolerance are often used interchangeably, but they're not exactly the same. Food intolerance is a reaction to a food or group of foods, while a true allergy triggers an immune system response that can be life-threatening. Since the term “food sensitivity” may be used for either of these conditions, it’s important to understand the difference.
Food sensitivities range from mild intolerances, with symptoms like cramping and abdominal pain, to severe, potentially life-threatening anaphylaxis. The exact causes of food sensitivities remain unknown, and the most common tr...
A food allergy occurs when your body’s immune system negatively reacts to a certain food you eat. The symptoms of food allergies can range from minor itching and digestive problems to life-threatening reactions. After you...
Food allergies can cause all sorts of symptoms, from skin to respiratory to stomach issues. Eggs are among the foods most commonly blamed for allergies, and one possible effect is lung congestion or an asthmalike reaction in wh...
...nefits. Nonetheless, around 3.9 million American adults used homeopathic remedies in 2007, according to the National Center for Alternative and Complementary Medicine. (ref 1) If you suspect you have allergies but don't want...
Every child has glands in his nose and throat that produce mucus. Normally, this mucus doesn’t cause much of a problem, dripping unnoticed down the back of the throat and eventually making its way into the stomach. But wh...
Crab, along with other shellfish, is one of the seven foods that causes 90 percent of food allergies, notes AskDrSears.com. A numb tongue is an indication that you are sensitive to crab and should consult a physician for testin...
Insects are quite nutritious; many cultures consume them as part of a healthy diet. Insects are good sources of protein, contain high levels of certain minerals and contain very little fat. They serve as an essential protein so...
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