{"id":130338,"date":"2021-09-17T02:04:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-17T09:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dherbs.com\/?p=130338"},"modified":"2023-03-03T02:44:30","modified_gmt":"2023-03-03T09:44:30","slug":"5-common-signs-that-may-indicate-a-food-intolerance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dherbs.com\/articles\/5-common-signs-that-may-indicate-a-food-intolerance\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Common Signs That May Indicate A Food Intolerance"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

People easily interchange food allergy and food intolerance, but the two are quite different. Food intolerances<\/strong> are very common, affecting roughly 15-20% of the human population. Intolerances differ from allergies<\/a> and we\u2019ll explain how below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is A Food Allergy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An allergy occurs when the immune system reacts to an ingredient or substance that it misinterprets as harmful. The body often mistakes a food, typically a protein, as harmful and creates a defense system against it. The antibodies that the body creates battle the foreign protein, causing an allergic reaction<\/strong>. It\u2019s very common to experience allergic reactions to nuts, shellfish, eggs, dairy<\/a>, and certain fruits or vegetables.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is A Food Intolerance?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Differing from a food allergy, an intolerance is a digestive response as opposed to an immune response<\/strong>. After eating a certain food, for example, the digestive system experiences irritation. This commonly happens when a person cannot properly digest or break down the food<\/a>. It\u2019s very common to experience an intolerance to lactose, which is found in most dairy products<\/a>. Food intolerances are also common in people with digestive disorders, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)<\/a>. You can find common signs that may indicate a food intolerance below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Headache<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Headaches can be symptoms of so many different conditions, so it\u2019s easy to overlook a headache as an indication of a food intolerance. Severe food intolerances may even trigger migraines. When the body cannot properly digest or break down a certain food, the body sees it as a threat. It starts to release immunoglobulin (IgG) antibodies<\/strong> into the bloodstream. These antibodies can sometimes cause headaches or migraines.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bloating Or Gas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The two most common signs of food intolerance are bloating and gas. Gastroenterologists say that these two symptoms most commonly occur after a large, high-fiber meal. When the symptoms become uncomfortable or painful, however, that is cause for concern, especially if they occur every time you eat a certain food. Bloating and gas are two very common symptoms of lactose intolerance. The body cannot fully digest lactose, so bloating and gas result. Consider dairy alternatives<\/a> in the case of lactose intolerance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Diarrhea Or Constipation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

These two symptoms often indicate an intolerance, especially to gluten<\/strong><\/a>. If the body cannot properly digest or break down gluten, it\u2019s very common for constipation<\/a> or diarrhea<\/a> to occur. Gluten intolerance may or may not be an autoimmune reaction. In the case of Celiac disease<\/a>, the body attacks the villi in the small intestine in response to the presence of gluten. Non-celiac intolerance can mean that the gut cannot properly digest gluten. According to studies, about 50% of gluten intolerant people experience diarrhea and 25% experience constipation.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fatigue<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fatigue, sluggishness, or a general tiredness after eating a certain food. Occasionally, people can have a blood sugar crash that causes fogginess or fatigue, but it can indicate a food intolerance. If the body cannot properly process certain foods, the adrenal glands produce cortisol<\/strong>, also known as the stress hormone. It does this to help reduce irritation or inflammation in the gut. The fatigue is a result of the stressed adrenal glands<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Acne<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As stated in the beginning of this article, a food intolerance is not the same as a food allergy. People who have food allergies can experience hives, itchiness, rashes, or puffiness after eating the trigger food. The body can still interpret a food as harmful even if you are not allergic to it, though. As a result, a person can experience acne or a similar skin reaction. If a certain protein in a food doesn\u2019t agree with the body, it can produce histamine<\/strong>, and the reaction will occur wherever the body produces it. If it releases histamine in the skin, you may experience acne or even eczema<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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