Dairy Intolerance V Allergy testing Norfolk

Aren’t these the same thing? Let’s look at dairy intolerance V allergy testing Norfolk. They are not the same and here’s why.

Allergies are a reaction by your immune system that your body has identified as an allergen. The body reacts to the substance as if it were fighting a disease-producing microorganism. Symptoms can be immediate or could take a few hours to develop. They can be very serious, very quickly and in extreme cases the reaction can result in anaphylactic shock. If you suspect you have a food allergy, you should seek medical advice from your G.P. for testing.

Intolerances are sensitivities within your digestive system and do not involve the body’s immune system. Intolerances are usually caused an inability to digest and absorb foodstuffs. Symptoms to a food intolerance can begin as quickly as 30 minutes from eating the offending food; however, many people may take up to 48 hours to develop symptoms. Trying to pinpoint an offending food just using a food diary can be tricky for this very reason.
Food intolerances do not usually present as life-threatening but can affect every-day life. This can be extremely uncomfortable, limit activities, and be very draining. If you suspect that you have a food intolerance, please contact us to see if we can help you.

Dairy & Lactose Intolerances

Having a dairy intolerance is simply the inability to digest cow’s milk. A lactose intolerance (a type of sugar found within milk) is the inability to digest lactose.

Dairy and lactose intolerances vary from person to person. Some people may be able to tolerate large quantities, whilst others may react if they have consumed only a small amount.

In addition to the quantities consumed, milk intolerances can vary if consumed in different forms. For example, consuming milk as a drink may not be tolerated, however eating a food containing milk is fine.
Milk (and milk products) are widely available and common in many households today, such as milk, cheese, margarine, chocolate, dressings, biscuits, dressings, mayonnaise etc.

Being intolerant to milk can cause symptoms such as:

• Stomach bloating
• Diarrhoea
• Flatulence
• Sinus pain
• Stomach cramps and pains
• Nausea
• Respiratory disorders, for example coughing and asthma
• Skin conditions for example eczema, rashes

If you suspect you have a dairy intolerance which is causing you a health concern, book in with us for a consultation.
All consultations will include our food intolerance and sensitivity test. Our tests are pain-free and non-intrusive. We will discuss your results with you and offer advice on a realistic plan for you moving forward.