The Difference Between Food Allergy And Intolerance

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0:00 Introduction
0:15 what is the difference?
0:17 Food Allergy
1:12 Food intolerance
1:57 So what is the difference between food allergy and food intolerance?
A food allergy is an abnormal immune response to food. The symptoms of the allergic reaction may range from mild to severe. They may include itchiness, swelling of the tongue, vomiting, diarrhea, hives, trouble breathing, or low blood pressure. This typically occurs within minutes to several hours of exposure. When the symptoms are severe, it is known as anaphylaxis.[1] A food intolerance and food poisoning are separate conditions, not due to an immune response.[1][4]
Common foods involved include cow's milk, peanuts, eggs, shellfish, fish, tree nuts, soy, wheat, sesame, rice, and fruit.[1][2][5] The common allergies vary depending on the country.[1] Risk factors include a family history of allergies, vitamin D deficiency, obesity, and high levels of cleanliness.[1][2] Allergies occur when immunoglobulin E (IgE), part of the body's immune system, binds to food molecules.[1] A protein in the food is usually the problem.[2] This triggers the release of inflammatory chemicals such as histamine.[1] Diagnosis is usually based on a medical history, elimination diet, skin prick test, blood tests for food-specific IgE antibodies, or oral food challenge.[1][2]
Early exposure to potential allergens may be protective.[2][3] Management primarily involves avoiding the food in question and having a plan if exposure occurs.[2] This plan may include giving adrenaline (epinephrine) and wearing medical alert jewelry.[1] The benefits of allergen immunotherapy for food allergies is unclear, thus is not recommended as of 2015.[6] Some types of food allergies among children resolve with age, including that to milk, eggs, and soy; while others such as to nuts and shellfish typically do not.[2]
In the developed world, about 4% to 8% of people have at least one food allergy.[1][2] They are more common in children than adults and appear to be increasing in frequency.[2] Male children appear to be more commonly affected than females.[2] Some allergies more commonly develop early in life, while others typically develop in later life.[1] In developed countries, more people believe they have food allergies when they actually do not have them.[7][8][9]

[@tajbhai8181]

Thanks for the information ☺️

[@Mohammed_459]

Ive got both and very informative

[@tashlouis1935]

Great vid ❤

[@MedicalCentric]

Glad you think so

[@jesseperity8989]

I still don't really know whether I have a Food Tolerance or even something else, I can't eat most sauces, Pizza, Melted Cheese, Nuts, Soup, Spreads and even butter without having a warning reaction, ever I feel sick or Am sick, I've always had it And I just wish I could eat anything without worrying whether I'm going to have a bad reaction, Do you have any idea on what I could Have?

[@sunilsabat-0483]

I am not doctor but most probably you have allergy

[@parvinmuseyibova8743]

You should do an elimination diet to figure out which foods you are intolerant to.

[@dontask4413]

It could be from soy. Check the ingredients for the commen ingredients and try one at a time.

[@Nutrizenhealth]

Allergies are often deadly, intollerances make you feel sick. Only a specialist can test for allergens. You can also have histamine intolerance

[@elmahyrakanayori6016]

Same thing here but we cant avoid all those food tho, sometimes we have no choice n difficult to avoid all of those food , as long as we can still breath easy n didnt have hard impact too much .. lets just eat it .. n always prepare the medicine every where. Have a healthy long life there.

[@shearview5134]

I have a lactose intolerance

[@ania1686]

Same

[@shearview5134]

@@ania1686 I still eat and drink what I shouldn't. I pay for it later with bloating and constipation.

[@ania1686]

@@shearview5134 me tooo 😭I try as much as I can to avoid but sometimes I just can’t

[@tashlouis1935]

Hard work daddy

[@elmahyrakanayori6016]

Is there any chance we got em both ?!?

[@MedicalCentric]

Food allergies and intolerances are often confused, but they have distinct differences. Food allergies involve the immune system and can cause severe, potentially life-threatening reactions, such as anaphylaxis. In contrast, food intolerances are usually related to the digestive system and result in less serious symptoms like bloating or stomach cramps. Understanding these differences is crucial for proper diagnosis and management of dietary needs. ❤️