
Is it an Allergy or Intolerance? When to Consider Food Allergy Testing
Food allergies are on the rise, but it can be hard to figure out why. You might feel bloated, gassed, headaches, or tired after eating certain foods, so you might wonder if it's an allergy or an intolerance. While the symptoms can be similar, the underlying mechanisms are different. Knowing the difference can help you decide what to do next. Sometimes, it's helpful to get food allergy testing. Understand the difference between allergies and intolerances. An allergy makes the body's immune system react. When you eat a certain type of food (allergen), your body thinks it's bad. The immune system…