Food Sensitivity Testing
Food sensitivity, or food intolerance, is becoming increasingly prevalent in the Australian population. However, many people are unaware that they are sensitive or allergic to one or more foods.
Food sensitivities/ intolerance’s can be hard to recognize at first because the symptoms vary so much from one individual to the next. Many people live with minor or major symptoms of food sensitivities for years without ever really knowing what the cause is. Often there can be a several day time delay in foods ingested and reactions occurring. It can also depend on the amount and frequency of foods ingested. There is a long list of symptoms that can relate to food sensitivities and intolerance.
Why test? Do you experience any of these?
- Diarrhoea or constipation
- Flatulence and burping
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Reflux and indigestion
- Abdominal pain
- Fluid retention
- Migraine and headaches
- Asthma and shortness of breath
- Fatigue and exhaustion
- Difficulty concentrating
- Skin problems – eczema, psoriasis, acne and blemishes
- Nasal congestion or hay fever
- Mood swings and irritability
- Memory loss
- Weight gain
- Auto-immune disease (Crohn’s, Hashimoto, Lupus, MS)
- Behavioural problems in children, and ADHD
How do I test?
A convenient finger prick test to take a few drops of blood. The blood samples are then sent to the lab for testing against a selection of food panels to determine an immune reaction.
Your symptoms and medical history give us the best information, however specialized testing can confirm findings from the clinical evaluation. This may include urine testing, saliva testing and blood testing.
Making an appointment is easy.
Simply call 0450 273 119 or email to organise your appointment.