Food allergies and food intolerances
Food allergies typically begin in infancy, and can be life-threatening if not outgrown. They are more common in people who have other allergies, eczema, hay fever, or asthma. More than 170 foods have been associated with allergic reactions, but 90% of all cases involve milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, wheat, or soy. typically begin in infancy, and can be life-threatening if not outgrown.
Food intolerance can cause discomfort but is generally less serious. It usually results from the inability to digest or metabolize a food completely. The symptoms — gas, bloating, nausea, and diarrhea — overlap those of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and food intolerance can trigger episodes of IBS.
Both are on the rise but it's important to know the difference.
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