Food allergies and intolerances can aggravate the symptoms and, in some cases, even cause acid reflux. If your acid reflux does not respond well to treatment it may be time to consider if an allergy or intolerance could be playing a role in the problem.
A food allergy occurs when the body's immune system launches an abnormal attack against the offending food item. Some of the most common allergic foods are: milk, egg, peanut, tree nut, fish, shellfish, soy and wheat. These "top eight"...
Allergic reactions to ingredients in the foods you eat can range from mild to severe; they can even be life-threatening in some cases. But... Read more »
Food Allergy, Food Intolerance, and Food Sensitivity are all terms that have recently joined our vernacular. But, what do these terms... Read more »
I had an opportunity to attend a lecture at the 92nd Street Y here in New York City entitled: "Sorting through Celiac Disease and Food... Read more »
Questions come up from time to time from people who believe they may have an alcohol allergy. So I thought it might be helpful to provide... Read more »
Question: I just found out I am lactose intolerant, does this mean I have to avoid all dairy products or just milk? Heather: Lactose... Read more »
If eating certain foods leaves you with an upset stomach, rashes, or wheezing, you may have a food sensitivity. This interactive quiz from the... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest lactose. Lactose is a type of sugar found in milk and other dairy products.Alternative NamesLactase... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Hereditary fructose intolerance is a disorder in which a person lacks the protein needed to break down fructose. Fructose is a fruit sugar that... Read more »
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest significant amounts of lactose, which is the predominant sugar of milk. Fifty million American adults... Read more »
A food allergy occurs when the body mistakes a food item for a harmful substance, and the immune system creates antibodies to protect itself. Once... Read more »
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