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.
Gout patients must avoid foods high in the organic chemical purine to prevent outbreaks. Purine increases uric acid in the body, which can crystallize in the joints and cause gout attacks. Some high-protein foods, such as meats...
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More than 90 percent of children do not eat the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables on a daily basis, according to Fruits & Veggies More Matters, a website run by the Produce for Better Health Foundation. Vegetables...
In many cases, treating the swelling at home saves the expense of a trip to the doctor. If the problem doesn't respond to home remedies, contact your child's pediatrician for an evaluation of her symptoms, which helps rule out ...
During pregnancy, your immune system is suppressed due to hormonal changes. This means that you must take extra caution regarding food choices. Ribs are a meal enjoyed by many women but pose the risk of food-borne illnesses tha...
Tendons, which are strong and sinewy, connect muscles to bones, making them targets for mild to severe tears during periods of intense muscle stress. Successful treatment of a tendon injury depends on the degree of the damage. ...
As a breastfeeding mother, what you eat does affect your child. Although diarrhea in babies is not commonly caused by foods her mother eats, an allergy or sensitivity to a certain food may result in diarrhea. The risks of diarr...
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