Just the Facts About Food Allergies and Intolerances
In this episode, Amy and Laura discuss the differences between food allergy and food intolerance. · How are food allergies diagnosed? Which foods are most likely to cause symptoms? · How do you read a food label when you have a food allergy? · Which tests should be avoided for the diagnosis of food allergies? · Are home food sensitivity tests helpful? · What are the new guidelines for introducing peanuts to your child? Listen Here Show links: IgG food intolerance tests continue to mislead consumers into unnecessary dietary restrictions. https://sciencebasedmedicine.org/igg-food-intolerance-tests-continue-to-mislead-consumers-into-unnecessary-dietary-restrictions/ Food sensitivity tests: Science or scam? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewqTqxVcRiY#action=share Instructions for home feeding of peanut protein for infants at low risk of an allergic reaction to peanut https://www.niaid.nih.gov/sites/default/files/addendum_guidelines_peanut_appx_d.pdf New Guidelines: Early Introduction of Peanut to Prevent Peanut Allergy https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/family-resources-education/700childrens/2017/01/new-guidelines-early-introduction-of-peanut-to-prevent-peanut-allergy
