Food Allergies
Allergies may trigger symptoms rapidly. You may ask what types of foods usually trigger symptoms and how quickly symptoms occur after eating. Questions like these will help you to determine the root cause of your symptoms that relate to food allergies. These articles provide general advice about food allergies and can help guide you through how and why allergic reactions happen, through to dietary suggestions to help prevent further reactions. If you have a food allergy and require specific advice make an appointment to see one of our real dietitians. Contact us today!
Anaphylactic Reaction Stemming from Food Allergies
Many people have some level of intolerance to specific types of foods. A small percentage of individuals with food allergies will suffer from an anaphylactic reaction after consuming foods they are allergic to.
Diagnosing a Food Allergy
Physicians use a variety of diagnostic tests to accurately determine the underlying causes of food allergy or food intolerance symptoms. Assessing the history of your symptoms is important.
Gluten-Free Diet
People with coeliac disease or gluten sensitivity must follow a gluten-free diet in order to ensure that the food that they eat does not cause adverse reactions within their bodies.
Nut Allergies
Nut allergy symptoms can be as minor as a slight skin irritation or as serious as anaphylaxis, which is a life-threatening reaction. According to WebMD.com, allergies to nuts cause more fatalities than any other type of allergy.
Tips for Living with Allergies to Dairy Products
Statistics show that two-thirds of adults around the world experience some level of intolerance to foods that include lactose, a disaccharide sugar that is found in milk and other dairy products.
How a dietitian can help you
ENT Clinic have created comprehensive diet and nutrition resources, that together with our dietitians consultation, can be used to create a customised dietary plan. We will ensure that your dietary requirements are met, and create a meal plan that will be manageable and enjoyable for all the family, even for fussy eaters or those with allergies or diabetes. Call on 1300 123 368 to make an appointment with one of our experienced dietitians. Remember healthy habits can start today!
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