What’s The Difference Between A Food Intolerance and A Food Allergy?

Food Allergy Vs Food Intolerance

Food allergy and food intolerance are often confusing terms, A true food allergy affects the immune system. Even small amounts of the offending food can trigger a range of symptoms, which can be severe or life-threatening. In contrast, food intolerance often affects only the digestive system and causes less serious symptoms. Still, it basically depends on the individual; External environmental conditions also play an important role in controlling harmful effects.

What is Food Allergy ?

Then it triggers an allergic reaction. The amount of food needed to trigger an allergic reaction and symptoms can vary from person to person. Some of the most common food allergies are allergies to oil seeds, which include proteins, milk, eggs, seafood, soy and wheat. However, the most common compound in food that causes allergic reactions is food protein. An allergy can be recognized externally by its signs and symptoms such as hives, hives and swelling of the mouth, lips and skin, wheezing, nausea and vomiting.

What is Food Intolerance?

Food intolerances are classified on the basis of their mechanism. The absence of enzymes or chemicals specific to the digestion of a given food, insufficient nutrient absorption, naturally occurring chemicals and non-IgE-mediated immune responses are the main mechanisms for intolerant to ingested foods. Lactose intolerance, hereditary fructose intolerance, drug intolerance and salicylate sensitivity are to name a few of the most common food intolerances.

Ayurvedic Treatment of Food Allergy and Food Intolerance

According to Ayurveda, first the symptoms of food allergy and food intolerance will be identified, some herbal remedies will be used in the treatment, easily available from IAFA allergy stores. A complete diet chart will be given to you, in which which food you should not eat and which food will be right for your health.

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