{"id":83,"date":"2016-09-15T18:01:16","date_gmt":"2016-09-15T22:01:16","guid":{"rendered":"\/?page_id=83"},"modified":"2023-01-03T20:09:21","modified_gmt":"2023-01-04T00:09:21","slug":"food-intolerance","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.nhchalton.com\/toronto\/lab-tests\/food-intolerance\/","title":{"rendered":"Food Sensitivity Testing &#8211; Intolerance Testing"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container fusion-parallax-none hundred-percent-fullwidth hundred-percent-height hundred-percent-height-center-content non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-background-blend-mode:overlay;--awb-border-sizes-top:0px;--awb-border-sizes-bottom:0px;--awb-border-sizes-left:0px;--awb-border-sizes-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-background-image:url(&quot;https:\/\/www.nhchalton.com\/toronto\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/05\/food-intolerance.webp&quot;);--awb-background-size:cover;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" data-preload-img=\"https:\/\/www.nhchalton.com\/toronto\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2022\/05\/food-intolerance.webp\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-center fusion-flex-align-content-center fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"width:104% !important;max-width:104% !important;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-center\" style=\"--awb-padding-right:5%;--awb-padding-left:5%;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:30px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><h1 style=\"color: #3bafbf; text-align: center;\">Food Allergy &#8211; Food Sensitivity and Intolerance Lab Test<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:30px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1216.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:30px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Toronto, ON<\/span><\/p><\/nav><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"_main\" class=\"fusion-container-anchor\"><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:100px;--awb-padding-bottom:100px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1216.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\" style=\"--awb-text-transform:none;\"><p>The food intolerance test is a reliable method of determining the foods that triggers adverse reactions in an individual.<br \/>\n\u201cAll Disease Begins In The Gut\u201d &#8211; Hippocrates<\/p>\n<p>The symptoms of the food intolerance may vary from one individual to another. Once the intolerant foods are identified, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhchalton.com\/toronto\/naturopath\/\"><strong>Naturopathic Doctor at Toronto Natural Health Clinic<\/strong><\/a> will work with you to formulate a manageable dietary plan to eliminate the reactive foods and reduce inflammation to heal the digestive tract.<\/p>\n<p>Some of which include:<\/p>\n<\/div><ul style=\"--awb-size:16px;--awb-line-height:27.2px;--awb-icon-width:27.2px;--awb-icon-height:27.2px;--awb-icon-margin:11.2px;--awb-content-margin:38.4px;--awb-circlecolor:#3bafbf;--awb-circle-yes-font-size:14.08px;\" class=\"fusion-checklist fusion-checklist-1 fusion-checklist-default type-icons\"><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-caret-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\n<p>Skin reactions (eczema, hives, rashes, etc)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-caret-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Digestive disorders (bloating\/gas, diarrhea, constipation, IBS, reflux)<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-caret-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Respiratory problems (nasal congestion, shortness of breath, chest tightness)<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-caret-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Painful joints<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-caret-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Migraines<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-caret-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Mood\/attention deficit disorders<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-caret-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Weight Gain<\/div><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><p>It is important to understand the difference between a \u201cFood Allergy\u201d \u2013 an immediate reaction vs. a \u201cFood Intolerance\u201d \u2013 a delayed reaction.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:40px;--awb-font-size:28px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;font-size:1em;--fontSize:28;line-height:1.25;\"><span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><strong>IgE Food Allergy<\/strong><\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p>The IgE food allergy tests for \u201cimmediate\u201d hypersensitivity reactions triggered by the IgE antibodies. These reactions are also known as anaphylactic reactions and occur within minutes of consuming a food allergen.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Symptoms<\/strong> can include skin reactions such as hives and eczema, itchy eyes, runny nose, difficulty breathing, and even digestive problems.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:40px;--awb-font-size:28px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;font-size:1em;--fontSize:28;line-height:1.25;\"><span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><strong>IgG Food Sensitivity<\/strong><\/span><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><p>An IgG food sensitivity is a delayed hypersensitivity reaction that can take hours to days to develop. In an IgG reaction, the IgG antibodies bind to the food particle (which acts as an antigen) creating an antigen-antibody complex. Over time, these complexes accumulate and get deposited into various body tissues leading to a variety of health conditions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Symptoms<\/strong> can range anywhere from simply bloating and indigestion to migraines, skin conditions (such as eczema), joint pain, and even autoimmune conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:40px;--awb-font-size:28px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;font-size:1em;--fontSize:28;line-height:1.25;\"><span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><strong>Identifying the food triggers is the first step towards improving overall health.<\/strong><\/span><\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 fusion-flex-container hundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:0px;--awb-padding-right:0px;--awb-padding-bottom:0px;--awb-padding-left:0px;--awb-margin-top:30px;--awb-margin-bottom:30px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-stretch fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"width:calc( 100% + 0px ) !important;max-width:calc( 100% + 0px ) !important;margin-left: calc(-0px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-0px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:calc( 0.2 * calc( 100% - 0px ) );--awb-margin-bottom-large:30px;--awb-spacing-left-large:calc( 0.2 * calc( 100% - 0px ) );--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-block\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><h5>Related Articles:<\/h5>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhchalton.com\/toronto\/naturopath\/\">Naturopath<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhchalton.com\/toronto\/naturopath\/faqs\/\">Naturopathic Health Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhchalton.com\/toronto\/naturopath\/migraine-food-connection\/\">Migraine and food connection<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhchalton.com\/toronto\/naturopath\/healthy-diet-for-better-sleep\/\">Healthy Diet for Better Sleep<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhchalton.com\/toronto\/naturopath\/food-healthy-mom-baby\/\">Food for Healthy Mom and Baby<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhchalton.com\/toronto\/naturopath\/tips-improving-health\/\">Tips for Improving Your Health<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhchalton.com\/toronto\/naturopath\/always-tired-common-causes-fatigue\/\">Always tired? The most common causes of fatigue &amp; what to do about it.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:8%;--awb-padding-right:10%;--awb-padding-bottom:10%;--awb-padding-left:10%;--awb-bg-color:#3bafbf;--awb-bg-color-hover:#3bafbf;--awb-bg-position:center center;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\" 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