Food Sensitivity Testing

 
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Food Intolerance Testing

Food Intolerance Test analyses your IgG antibody reactions to a full range of foods and beverages.

 The test is a simple finger prick blood test which takes just a few minutes to complete.

Your sample will be analysed, where it is exposed to each of the food and drink ingredients.

Test can be completed at home or in the clinic at The Natural Clinic in Cork.

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Food Intolerance testing

 

  • A food intolerance can occur when your body has difficulty digesting certain foods. When this occurs over time, large food particles (proteins) may enter the bloodstream.

    When food particles enter the bloodstream, the immune system can sometimes identify these food protein particles as “foreign” and produces IgG antibodies to “attack” the food in question. This response is your immune system’s natural defence mechanism to ward off harmful invaders in the body which can create inflammation.

    This inflammation could trigger bothersome symptoms, which may persist or develop in the body if they are neglected. Unlike with food allergies, these symptoms are not potentially life threatening but they can have a very negative impact on the quality of the sufferer’s life.

  • Common symptoms and conditions related to a food intolerance include IBS, migraines, digestive problems, skin issues, fatigue, and weight gain.

    Many symptoms have been linked to food intolerance including:

    • Abdominal Pain

    • Fatigue

    • Aches and Pains

    • Fluid Retention

    • Itching

    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome

    • Constipation

    • Headaches

    • Diarrhoea

    • Migraine

    • Eczema

    • Nausea

    • Rhinitis

    • Weight gain

    • Sinusitis

    • Rashes

    • Tiredness

    Many people’s experience with food intolerance may be less specific, and they can’t really pin point which foods are causing reactions. This is because food intolerance can be hard to define, as they can present up to 48 hours after ingestion of the trigger food.

    Some may decided to take this detective work into their own hands through an elimination diet, however this can be a lengthy process and may not provide you with the answers you need. Unguided, you may inadvertently eliminate essential vitamins and minerals from your diet.

  • The York Food Intolerance Test analyses your IgG antibody reactions to a full range of 208 food and drink ingredients.

    The test is simple finger prick blood test which takes just a few minutes to complete.

    Your sample will be sent to an ISO certified laboratory to be analysed, where it is exposed to 208 food and drink ingredients.

    You will be provided with clear results and supporting materials to help you eliminate your trigger foods and optimise your diet.

    Results sent within 10 working days

    Post-test materials, including a comprehensive guidebook and your report

    Complimentary 30 minute consultation with Claire from Honest + Goodness Nutrition.

    Test can be completed at home or in the clinic at The Natural Clinic in Cork

  • There are currently 2 options available.

    York Test Food Intolerance Testing offering testing for 203 foods and beverages. The sample is returned directly to York Labs in York UK. The turnaround time for this test is 14 days. Cost for this test is €240. Price includes courier delivery.

    My Gut Health Testing, this test offers testing for 286 common foods, protein powders and beverages. The test can be done at home or in the Natural Clinic. This test is done using the ELISA method and costs from €280.