Undetected Threats: The Hidden Epidemic of Undiagnosed Food Allergies and Sensitivities
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Common Warning Signs
Digestive Symptoms
- • Bloating
- • Stomach pain
- • Diarrhea
- • Nausea
Other Symptoms
- • Fatigue
- • Skin issues
- • Headaches
- • Brain fog
Why Food Reactions Go Undetected
Diagnostic Challenges
- • Delayed reactions mask food connections
- • Symptoms overlap with other conditions
- • Multiple food triggers complicate patterns
- • Varying reaction severity confuses diagnosis
Common Misconceptions
- • Assuming only severe reactions matter
- • Overlooking non-immune reactions
- • Dismissing intermittent symptoms
- • Normalizing chronic discomfort
Documentation Steps
Food Journal Essentials
- • Record all foods and beverages
- • Note timing of meals
- • Track symptoms and severity
- • Document environmental factors
Pattern Recognition
- • Look for delayed reactions
- • Identify recurring triggers
- • Note symptom combinations
- • Track improvement patterns
Professional Evaluation
Testing Options
- • Skin prick testing
- • Blood antibody tests
- • Oral food challenges
- • Celiac screening
Additional Assessments
- • Enzyme testing
- • Stool analysis
- • FPIES evaluation
- • IBS screening
Action Steps
Immediate Steps
- • Start symptom documentation
- • Schedule medical evaluation
- • Prepare health history
- • List current medications
Long-term Management
- • Follow medical advice
- • Monitor nutrient levels
- • Update treatment plans
- • Consider second opinions