Allergies/intolerances/testing

[mespindel]

Hello!

Can anyone provide more information about testing for food intolerances? I know I can't tolerate gluten AT ALL. I am now discovering that additives (sulfites, sweeteners and preservatives) are causing troubles. I saw an allergist last week who only offered skin testing and then recommended I start a food diary (duh - already have). I'd appreciate information.

[aklap]

Hi,

Running very short on time. Have you seen York? http://www.yorktest.com/

I think there are 1 or 2 others...gotta look 'em up tho.

I'll be back.
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Al

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[mespindel]

THANKS for answering with this so fast - any info is really helpful. I had not seen the York Labs site - off to do some reading now

[mespindel]

I thought I would revive this thread in case it helps someone else down the road - I have found enormous support and help from reading everyone else's posts here over the past few months!

So...I did order the FoodScan Test from Yorklabs just because I figured I would check it out and see. I have some reservations about its accuracy, but it can't hurt in any way to eliminate more foods! I've become pretty good at it .

I found the test to be simple to use and it can be sent through regular mail. The first result is a simple "Positive" or "Negative" result as to whether your blood indicates food sensitivity. I think they batch test against multiple foods. My sample came back positive and so the next test (they use the same sample so you can just say yes and pay a bit more ) is against specific foods. I'll post again with those results.

On a positive note, I have now been GF for a year. What seemed hard at first, now seems like a simple thing, because over the past few months, I also have had to cut out preservatives (not easy at all). I have felt 100% for a whole month though and it is SO nice to feel healthy.

Keep believing in yourself if you are struggling with food and listen to your body. Thanks everyone!

[nancw]