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Food sensitivities and intolerances can cause a range of uncomfortable symptoms, impacting your overall health and well-being. In this article, we will discuss the differences between food sensitivities and intolerances, their symptoms, causes, and natural treatments, along with some valuable insights on how to manage these conditions effectively.
Symptoms of Food Sensitivities and Intolerances
- Bloating
- Gas
- Cramps
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Abdominal pain
- Headaches
- Fatigue
- Joint pain
- Skin issues, such as rashes and eczema
What causes sensitivities to food?
Curious about why you’re experiencing discomfort after eating certain foods?
At our clinic, we take a different approach to food sensitivities and intolerances than ‘conventional’ medicine specialists. Rather than simply addressing the symptoms, we work to uncover the root causes of your reactions and examine the impact that your diet and lifestyle have on your gut health.
Food sensitivities and intolerances are caused by the body’s inability to properly digest or react to certain foods. While they may share some similarities, these two conditions differ in their underlying mechanisms:
- Food Sensitivities: These involve an immune system response to specific food proteins. The immune system mistakenly identifies these proteins as harmful and mounts an inflammatory response.
- Food Intolerances: These occur when the body lacks the enzymes needed to break down and absorb certain components of food, such as lactose in dairy or fructose in fruits. This leads to digestive symptoms.
Common triggers for food sensitivities and intolerances include dairy products, gluten, eggs, soy, and certain food additives. Stress, poor gut health, and genetic predispositions can also contribute to the development of these conditions. Many people with an underlying gut issue, are also sensitive to high FODMAP foods.
If you would like to take a deeper dive, I’ve written previously on identifying and testing for food sensitivities and intolerances and treating them.
Natural Treatments for Food Sensitivities and Intolerances
There are several strategies to help manage food sensitivities and intolerances:
- Elimination diet: Temporarily removing suspected trigger foods from your diet can help identify which foods cause symptoms. Once identified, these foods can be reintroduced gradually to assess reactivity to a particular food.
- Dietary changes: Focus on a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains to support overall gut health. Avoid processed foods and sugars.
- Supplements: Enzyme supplements, such as lactase for lactose intolerance or digestive enzymes for general gut support, can help improve digestion.
- Probiotics: Taking probiotics can help support a healthy gut microbiome, potentially reducing the severity of food sensitivity or intolerance symptoms.
- Stress reduction: Implementing stress management techniques, like meditation or yoga, can improve overall gut health and digestion.
Our Approach to Food Sensitivities and Intolerances
Food sensitivities and intolerances can be effectively managed with a combination of dietary and lifestyle changes, supplements, and stress reduction techniques. Identifying the underlying causes of your reactions is crucial for creating a personalised treatment plan that offers a long-term solution.
Our clinic offers The Gut Freedom Formula, a personalized program based on Functional Medicine that assesses the root cause of your food sensitivities and intolerances and provides you with all the support you need. It includes lab testing, customised nutrition and lifestyle coaching, as well as targeted supplement recommendations to reduce symptoms and support your digestive health.
We will work with you to create a tailored plan that addresses your specific needs and preferences. With our guidance and support, you can achieve long-term relief from food sensitivities, intolerances, and other gut issues.
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