Food Sensitivities & Digestive Health
All disease begins in the gut
Do you feel bloated, constipated, or digestive discomfort?
These symptoms are important indicators of overall health and wellness. Naturopathic Doctors believe the root of health starts with the digestive tract. This very important body system absorbs your nutrients, eliminates waste, and contains the majority of your immune system. Addressing issues with digestion will often help improve many other health concerns.
Why is it difficult to uncover food sensitivities?
Food sensitivities are different than food allergies. It’s important to define the two:
Food allergies (like your typical peanut allergy) is IgE mediated: these are immediate hypersensitivity reactions. They produce symptoms that are quick to show up and are very irritating or even life threatening: hives, swelling & anaphylaxis. These are easy to pinpoint due to their severity and immediate onset.
Food sensitivities are IgG mediated: these are delayed hypersensitivity reactions: they are dose dependent and build over the period of 3 days. The symptoms they produce are more vague and difficult to recognize – this is why it’s important to work with us to find out your individual sensitivities and syptoms.
What health concerns are related to food sensitivities:
There are many symptoms and conditions associated with food sensitivities. If you have any of the following we would recommend investigating food sensitivities:
IBS, chronic diarrea, vomiting, colitis, ulcers, gastritis, heartburn, bloating, abdominal pain
Chronic bladder infections, interstitial cystitis, bed wedding, bladder irritation
Chronic infections, sinusitis, ear infections, autoimmune conditions
Swelling in any area of the body
Anxiety, depression, inability to concentrate, hyperactivity, insomnia, seizures, headaches, fatigue, migraines
Joint pain, muscle pain, arthritis
Acne, eczema, psoriasis, itching, hives
Asthma, wheezing, bronchitis
Food Sensitivity Investigations
You can choose one of two ways to start investigating food sensitivities. Our Naturopathic Doctors will guide you through every step of the way.
