What to Cook for a Gluten Intolerant Guest

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Julie Goyen

Although hosting a dinner party is something people have been doing for many years, there are many things that a host must now take into consideration before deciding what to serve. Gone are the days when a menu could be planned out without checking with the guests to see if there were any food restrictions. No longer can someone invite people over for a dinner party without either inquiring if anyone has any food allergies or intolerances.

Although there are quite a few types of food intolerances, gluten intolerance is one of the most common.

Gluten Intolerance

When someone is gluten intolerant, they have a sensitivity to eating foods that contain gluten. Gluten is a protein that’s found in wheat, oats, barley and rye, and can cause uncomfortable symptoms such as bloating, cramps, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, headaches and more. The best way for people to avoid these unpleasant symptoms is for them to avoid any foods that contain gluten.

Many people aren’t even aware of gluten intolerance and what it can do to them, as there hasn’t been a lot of attention on this food intolerance until the past few years. Fortunately, there’s been more and more attention being placed on the foods we eat, which is mainly due to the fact that so many people are experiencing so many various illnesses and ailments these days. This has warranted a whole new way of looking at our food system, which is necessary in order to find some of the root causes of these ailments.

What to Cook for a Gluten Intolerant Guest

If your dinner party includes a guest who is gluten intolerant, then you’re going to need to take this into consideration when planning the menu. And it isn’t going to be as difficult as you may think!

Although you’re going to have to eliminate foods that contain wheat, oats, barley and rye, there are substitutes you can use, such as amaranth, cornmeal, soy flour, rice flour, Quinoa, tapioca, and more. For a delicious bread choice, try baking with mesquite flour. Delicious!

A few ideas for serving gluten-free foods at your next dinner party:

Gluten Dinner: Chicken with Pasta

Substitute: Chicken with Quinoa, White Beans and Tomatoes

Gluten Dinner: Shrimp and Pasta

Substitute: Shrimp with Rice and Vegetables

Gluten Dinner: Steak Sandwiches

Substitute: Steak and Spaghetti Squash, with a Chickpea, Tomato and Feta Salad on a Bed of Greens

Good to Know

Did you notice that gluten is found mostly in pastas and breads? Also, be careful to not cross-contaminate any gluten foods with gluten-free foods when preparing the food. And look on the packages to make sure it states that the food is actually gluten-free, which makes it easy to find new foods to try!

How Do Food Intolerances Develop?

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Julie Goyen

The fact that around 45% of the people that live on this planet are currently suffering from some sort of food intolerance brings up the question: just how do food intolerances develop? Although food intolerances aren’t completely and fully understood, the fact that they are becoming more and more prevalent in today’s society is placing a more focused interest on finding out more about why someone would develop an intolerance to food.

How Do Food Intolerances Develop?

Food intolerances are developed when something changes inside the body, making what was once eaten without issue a new and definite problem for the consumer. The digestive system is the place that contains lots of antibodies and immune cells, with the lining of the gut acting as a barrier that is there to help protect you from all of the things that can make you become ill, like partially digested food, or harmful microorganisms.

If this barrier isn’t able to do its job correctly, there could be an increase of larger food particles getting into your system, which in turn can set off many various and intricate immune responses from the body causing it to become irritated and inflamed. It’s this inflammation that can cause quite a lot of damage to the body, creating a vicious cycle that can be hard to get out of.

Unfortunately, the actual cause of a food intolerance still isn’t known as there are usually many different factors at play. Ongoing infections, continuing use of antibiotics, an unhealthy diet, too much stress and even genetics can all play a role when it comes to developing a food intolerance.

I Think I Have A Food Intolerance – Now What?

If you think you have a food allergy, you should get tested so you can find out for sure if you have an intolerance to a particular food (or a number of foods!), or not. If you are, then you’ll need to be proactive by taking some actions that will help you choose the right foods to eat so you can stay healthy and live comfortably without suffering symptoms.

And since healing will take some time, be sure to give yourself enough time for the transition to take place. You might even be amazed at how quickly your body will heal once you start making some food choices that won’t have such a negative impact on your body and overall health.

Substitutes You Can Use in a Histamine-Free Diet

Posted on November 14, 2012 by Julie Goyen

Although our bodies naturally make histamine, this substance tends to be present in many of the foods we eat. It is this consumption of these histamine-containing foods that can cause a variety of health problems, especially for those who are allergic or intolerant to histamine. When someone who is allergic or intolerant ingests histamine, antibodies are produced to combat what the body sees as an invader, causing a variety of annoying symptoms. These symptoms can include itchy and watery eyes and nose, skin rashes, stomach cramps, headaches, and more.

Your threshold level for histamine is going to determine how much your body can handle. Since there are varying levels of histamine in foods, it’s important to know which foods are high in histamine, which foods are low, and which foods are histamine-free.

Substitutes You Can Use in a Histamine-Free Diet

Since histamine is found in most foods, with varying levels, it’s critical for those who are experiencing any ill effects from consuming this substance to avoid eating these foods.

The following is a list of foods that contain histamine, along with a substitute that’s histamine-free:

Problem Food: Protein sources, such as seafood, chicken, eggs, and processed meats.

Substitute: Choose small cuts of lean beef, or eat a variety of legumes, which are both high in protein.

Problem Food: Fruits that are high in histamine include apricots, raisins, pineapple, dates, and berries.

Substitute: Choose these fruits instead – pears, apples, watermelon and mango.

Problem Food: Soda, fruit juices and teas.

Substitute: Drink water. Adding lemon or a sprig of mint for flavour is a good idea. Be sure to experiment with flavours so you won’t get tired of drinking the same thing all the time.

Problem Food: Alcoholic beverages, which includes wine, beer and champagne.

Substitute: Choose to drink non-alcoholic versions of the above, or a yummy cider.

Problem Food: Fermented foods like tofu and kimchi. This includes some cheeses and yoghurt, as well.

Substitute: Small amounts of cottage cheese and ricotta cheese are allowed, as well as plain yoghurt.

Problem Food: Tomatoes and tomato-based products.

Substitute: Use vegetables that are similar in taste and consistency, like squash, carrots or pumpkin.

Good to Know

It’s a really smart idea to read the labels before buying your food. Try to avoid any foods that have food additives and/or preservatives in them. A short list includes sulphites, artificial colouring and dyes, BHA, BHT and benzoates. Also, if you’ve recently found out that your body isn’t able to handle histamine, it’s a great idea to keep a food diary. This way you can record what you’re eating and any reactions your body may have to any particular food.

Patient Experience: Eczema & Food Intolerances

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Julie Goyen

Marianne from TheGoodLife.com.au recently wrote about her experiences with ImuPro in a two-part blog series. An extract of her experience follows, along with a detailed response from the scientific head of ImuPro globally, Dr. Camille Lieners.

Marianne’s partner Simon was diagnosed with eczema in early 2011. After working with both doctors and dermatologists, other medical professionals were unable to diagnose the cause of his eczema and Simon was recommended to treat the dermatitis with a topical corticosteroid (cortisone) cream.

Simon and Marianne were worried about the potential side effects of the cream and looked for alternative treatment options with the dermatologist, but were unsuccessful. They decided not to continue using cortisone, as it failed to treat the underlying cause of Simon’s condition, and continued to research – coming across food intolerance as a potential cause of eczema.

Both Marianne and Simon ordered the ImuPro100 after further research on their options, and were surprised to see the number of intolerances that Simon suffered from, compared to Marianne (See their results here). Simon upgraded to the ImuPro300 to get a detailed analysis of potential intolerances, and then started to eliminate the relevant foods from Simon’s diet.

After eliminating the foods identified in his test, Simon experienced great improvements in his acne – but less so for his eczema. However, he had found to difficult to stick to his recommended diet.

ImuPro’s global head of science, Dr. Camille Lieners, responded to Marianne’s case to share some advice and encouragement:

“Dear Marianne,

Congratulation for this magnificent piece of case report. This is what thousand’s of patient experience each day at their physician’s office, mostly ignorance.

I am the scientific head of Imupro, and I have to admit, I couldn’t have written it better and clearer as you did.

I personally had a similar experience 10 years ago, I suffered from “heard attack-like” cramps in my chest 3 times a week, mood disorders, sleep disorders, increasing cholesterol levels, and overweight. Physician always told everything was all right, classic lab test and clinical test didn’t show any abnormalities (a part from the cholesterol), they thought it is “psychological”. I was approached ten years ago, when this test was started to be marketed, by the producing company, as I was one of their customer in IV-diagnostic. I was running the biggest private lab in Luxembourg. First I was very sceptic, then tried it out and was so amazed about the effect on me, that I decided to work up all the science behind it. To make it short, I got rid of all my disorders, lost 18 kg in 8 weeks, my cholesterol levels became normal again and is ever since.

I would like to comment on the outcome of Simon and his “dermatitis”. You mentioned the key factor in applying a test diet based on tests like Imupro. Here is the citation:

“Despite removing as much of the intolerable foods as possible from Simon’s diet we can’t report an improvement of his dermatitis. To be honest, we can’t even say that it has made much of a difference so far but we hope that it is just a matter of time till we will see an improvement. It simply may take more than a couple of months of avoiding the foods before we will see an improvement.

An added difficulty is that Simon ‘only’ has food intolerances. Every so often he still eats some of the foods he should avoid. Sometimes it’s an accidence and sometimes it’s by choice. Within a few days we generally see a few spots appearing. We also know that stress, lack of sleep, as well as hot weather impacts it negatively but other than that it is very difficult to establish any consistent patterns.

By experience I know that only 100% compliance can guarantee a “curing” or disappearance of symptoms, especially when the skin is concerned. You have to know that food exhibits an effect up to 3-5 days on your body. So if he makes a mistake 1-2 times a week, he will never see an improvement. Give it a chance and try to comply 100% for at least 3 weeks. Also you need to know that the level of reaction is not in correlation with the symptoms. Even low positive reaction can lead to very severe symptoms.

I have browsed your blog and saw your review about Quay’s. I had the opportunity to eat there as well on my last trip to Sydney. I fully agree with your review, absolutely great food and service. They managed to prepare me a gluten free 7 or 9 course meal, which was even better than my wife’s normal degustation meal.

But I wonder how Simon felt the days following your visit: the meal included almost all his major intolerances.

To close, I suggest you once go to Rockpool (if haven’t done it yet) For me this restaurant is even better than Quay’s, I felt the food was more natural and at least for me, better to digest, still being the best meal I ever had.

I wish you all the best and success with your diet. If you ever have a question on food intolerances, it will be a pleasure to help you. – Dr. Camille Lieners, Global Head of Science, ImuPro”

Do you have a case study to share with ImuPro? We love to share our patient’s successes and experiences to help those following the same journey. Contact us to share your story and help others.

Causes of Eczema: Food Intolerances?

Posted on October 31, 2012 by Julie Goyen

Even though there’s now a reason to believe that there’s a link between eczema and food intolerance, there isn’t a lot of emphasis being placed on these recent findings because they are so new. New research is showing that one can change their diet in order to find relief from eczema, which is great news for those who are suffering from this extremely irritating condition that causes skin to break out in red rashes.

Eczema

Eczema normally shows up in babies, or very young children. Although it can subside as they grow, sometimes they’ll carry this condition with them throughout their entire lives. Outbreaks tend to occur on the face and hands, as well as the arms and legs (mainly found in or near creases). Outbreaks can also last for days, and even weeks, sometimes making it so that those who are suffering aren’t able to partake in their regular daily life activities.

Food Intolerance

Having a food intolerance means that your digestive system doesn’t like something in one or more of the foods you’re choosing to eat. When you eat this particular food, your body isn’t able to break it down, which can lead to one experiencing a lot of uncomfortable, and even painful, symptoms. These symptoms can include stomach aches, gas, diarrhoea, headaches, and more.

Eczema and Food Intolerance

When someone has a food intolerance, their body isn’t able to fully break down these foods. This means the food is only partially digested, which means that it will begin to leak into the bloodstream. Our bodies don’t like it when this happens, and will react by engaging your immune system to get rid of this unwanted invasion.

This reaction causes the body to become inflamed, which can cause eczema. This inflammation can also cause rheumatoid arthritis, respiratory congestion, headaches, colitis, and more.

Bottom Line

As you can see, eating a certain food that one’s body may not be able to tolerate can lead to many health-related problems, such as eczema. The high prevalence of illnesses and ailments in today’s world has made it so that more and more research is being done on foods and how they affect our bodies. Although it’s unfortunate that we have to be so concerned and so careful when we choose the foods we want to eat nowadays, it’s good to know that the solution to these problems are not only being sought after, but found, which should be somewhat reassuring.

Histamine Intolerance: What Foods Contain Histamine?

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Julie Goyen

Although Histamine is in various foods, it’s also produced by the body naturally. Histamine Intolerance is when the body reacts to high levels of histamine present in the body. When levels of histamine reach a point beyond what your body can handle, it can cause a reaction. For this particular type of intolerance, the body experiences an allergic reaction and responds by naturally producing higher levels of histamine (to fight off the attacker).

Symptoms

Histamine Intolerance can cause a wide variety of bothersome symptoms. Headaches are very common, as well as dizziness and extreme tiredness. Acne, skin rashes and eczema are common symptoms that affect the skin. Digestive problems include acid reflux, diarrhea, chronic constipation, stomach ache or cramps, and nausea. Asthma and cardiac arrhythmias, like rapid heart rate or irregular heartbeat, may occur. Psychological symptoms include lack of concentration, inattentiveness and aggressiveness. Anxiety, low blood pressure and allergic rhinitis may also be present.

What Foods Contain Histamine?

It’s not a good idea to just avoid histamine containing foods and assume you are intolerant. You should consult a doctor so that proper tests and evaluations can be done. You may need to keep a food diary with a list of symptoms to help determine if you’re Histamine Intolerant. Taking a histamine intolerance test is the best way to identify if you have a problem with histamine.

Alcoholic beverages such as red wine and beer contain high amounts of histamine. Drinking these can cause inflammation and swelling. Foods that are rich with histamine include cheese, soy, avocado, dried fruits, tomatoes, strawberries, eggplant, mushrooms, sour cream, yogurt, spinach, vinegar and anchovies. Fermented foods that also contain high amounts of histamine vary from sauerkraut to smoked meats. Vinegar and products that contain vinegar, like salad dressing and mayonnaise, are other foods that contain high levels.

When it comes to what you eat, you don’t just have to look out for foods that are full of histamine. You must also look out for foods that trigger histamine in the body, which include but aren’t limited to eggs, milk, fish, chocolate, bananas, pineapple and shellfish.

Good to Know

Anti-histamines, such as Benadryl, may be helpful if you accidentally consume histamine containing food. Although these symptoms can be bothersome or cause you discomfort, a Histamine Intolerance can range from mild to severe. When an intolerance reaches the point of severity where excessive levels of histamine are released into the body, it can cause violent allergic reactions that can be life-threatening. It’s possible to reach a state of anaphylaxis, where the airway can become constricted and the tongue may swell. It’s extremely important to seek immediate medical attention when experiencing any of these symptoms on a regular basis or if you have any suspicions of a possible Histamine Intolerance.

5 Key Symptoms of Food Intolerance

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Julie Goyen

Food is more and more becoming a topic of interest in today’s society. There are those who love spending their time looking for new recipes so they can share them with their friends and family, making food something fun to explore. There are those who try to do everything in their power to get their kids to eat at least one thing that’s healthy on their plate, making food a challenge. And then there are those who consider themselves to be a foodie, making it their mission to learn everything they can about eating good, clean food.

Although the above are some of the more common ways that people think about food, the fact that food intolerances are becoming more prevalent in today’s society warrants a look into why this is becoming more common.

Food Intolerance

A food intolerance is not the same as having a food allergy. A food intolerance basically means that your digestive system isn’t agreeing with something in the food you’re eating. This means that your body isn’t able to properly break the food down, causing one to not feel well after eating that particular food.

Food intolerance is much more common than food allergies, with lactose intolerance being the most common type of food intolerance, affecting nearly 1 in 10 people.

5 Key Symptoms of Food Intolerance

The following are 5 key symptoms that you should be aware of if you feel that you might have a food intolerance:

1. Gastro-Intestinal – Most people experience at least one of the following gastro-intestinal symptoms when they suspect they might have a food intolerance: vomiting, nausea, constipation, diarrhoea, irritable bowel syndrome, cramps, and more.

2. Skin – When you eat a food your body either can’t or has a hard time digesting, it doesn’t only affect the inside of your body. This intolerance can spread throughout your body, causing your skin to be red and dry. The possibility of acquiring eczema, dermatitis, acne, and psoriasis is quite common.

3. Respiratory - Many people don’t realize that a food intolerance can affect your respiratory system. If you have sinusitis, rhinitis, asthma, or even a sore throat that doesn’t seem to go away, you just may have a food intolerance.

4. Endocrine System – Food intolerances can take a toll on the body, making it more likely that you’ll end up with thyroid problems, or even a food-related disease such as diabetes.

5. Weight – If you’re experiencing a significant weight loss or weight gain, then your body may be reacting to a particular food.

Good to Know

Be sure to make an appointment with your family doctor if you’re currently experiencing any of the above symptoms in order to receive a proper diagnosis. If your symptoms aren’t attributable to another problem, it’s likely that you may suffer from food intolerances. Also, many people find they are intolerant to the chemical ingredients added to foods, which are meant to preserve, add colour, and enhance the flavour. Be aware if these chemicals are added to the foods you eat so you can determine if they are part of the problem.

The Difference Between Gluten Intolerance and Coeliac Disease

Posted on October 1, 2012 by Julie Goyen

It’s becoming more common to have problematic reactions after consuming foods that contain gluten. Gluten Intolerance and Coeliac Disease are the most common diagnosis among those who have problems consuming gluten, which is a protein found in wheat, rye, barley and sometimes oats. It’s important to know that gluten isn’t just exclusive to foods, but can also be found in vitamins, medicines, lip balms, and (oddly enough) lickable envelopes and stamps.

Difference between Gluten Intolerance and Coeliac Disease

Although Coeliac Disease and Gluten Intolerance are treated similarly, they’re not the same thing. Coeliac Disease can cause permanent damage, while Gluten Intolerance causes symptoms but only until it gets out of your system. Coeliac Disease is an autoimmune condition that’s triggered by consuming gluten. Gluten “Intolerance” is just that: an intolerance of the body’s inability to handle gluten.

Symptomatic vs. Non-Symptomatic Patients

Although Coeliac Disease is a permanent disorder and the symptoms will vary from person to person, some people are asymptomatic. Being asymptomatic means the small intestine is still able to absorb enough nutrients, which prevents symptoms from occurring. This does not mean you are free from the complications that Coeliac Disease can cause.

Symptoms

Gluten Intolerance and Coeliac Disease can contain a wide variety of symptoms. Common symptoms to watch out for include weight loss/gain, gassiness, diarrhea, fatigue, stomach pain, constipation and nausea. Depression, irritability and behavioural changes may also occur. Children actually appear as if they have malnutrition (which they do) and may have an extended belly.

Diagnosing

It used to be more difficult (it still can be) to diagnose Celiac Disease and Gluten Intolerance since symptoms are very similar to other illnesses, like Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Crohn’s Disease and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Fortunately, tests can be done to rule out or determine if you’re suffering from Coeliac Disease. Common tests include blood tests that screen certain raised auto-antibodies, as well as a small intestinal biopsy. It’s extremely important to continue to eat gluten until you are tested since it is the presence of gluten that raises these auto-antibodies in the blood. Coeliac Disease is hereditary and if one person is diagnosed, the whole family should be checked.

Treatment

The only way to treat Coeliac Disease and Gluten Intolerance is by making a lifestyle change of eliminating gluten. Although a gluten-free lifestyle can be challenging and a little more difficult financially, it’s essential to avoiding further damage caused by Coeliac Disease and those uncomfortable symptoms of Gluten Intolerance.

Bottom Line

If Coeliac Disease is left untreated, it can cause severe damage to the lining of your intestinal wall. This leads to more severe problems like malnutrition, nutritional deficiencies and dehydration. If you do not cut gluten from your diet, or catch it in time, it can further progress causing damage to your major organs, which can lead to problems like iron deficient anaemia and even cancer.

Should You Be Tested for Food Intolerance?

Posted on September 17, 2012 by Julie Goyen

It is estimated that as many as 45% of the general public are intolerant to at least one food or food additive. In many cases, that person is intolerant to numerous food substances. Many people suffer from food intolerances and are not even aware of it. As a matter of fact, until you have a professional food intolerance test completed by a reputable and certified company, there is no way of knowing for sure.

What are some indicative signs?

If you ever experience unpleasant symptoms following the consumption of certain foods, you are likely intolerant of at least one component of the food. Common symptoms include stomach pain, bloating, constipation, colic, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, diarrhoea, nausea, heartburn and reflux. Additionally, you may experience headaches, mood swings, irritability, depression or anxiety.

The tricky part is that problems associated with your intolerances often show up in apparently unrelated ways. Skin problems such as hives, rashes, eczema, acne, psoriasis, redness, dry skin and dermatitis are often caused by food intolerance.

Respiratory problems such as asthma, coughs, sinusitis, and nasal congestion can also be caused by your body’s intolerance to certain foods. Other conditions commonly associated with food intolerance include arthritis, muscle pain, fibromyalgia, cramps, dry, red or watery eyes, puffy eyelids, diabetes type II, thyroid problems, arterial hypertension, weight gain, obesity, or excessive weight loss.

There have been over 75 symptoms identified as commonly associated with food intolerance. Basically, if you suffer from any type of chronic condition, there is a strong possibility that it is related to something that you are eating.

What are the benefits of food intolerance testing?

A food intolerance test is the only way for you to know what, if any, food may be wreaking havoc in your life. Clearly identifying these foods will empower you to make the right food choices and begin the road to recovery. Your test should include a detailed list of all of your trigger foods as well as some background information and tips on making a successful change in diet.

Without a doubt you will be amazed at how much better you will feel and may even be quite shocked at the number of symptoms that begin to disappear from your life. One of the greatest benefits that many people experience is long-term weight loss. This benefit is so substantial and consistent that some doctors are recommending a food intolerance test for all of their weight loss patients.

The answer to whether or not you should complete a test really comes down to your current health situation. If you can identify with any of the above symptoms, a food intolerance test will identify whether foods are causing you to suffer and to help you lead a normal, symptom-free life.

The 5 Most Common Food Intolerances in Australia

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Julie Goyen

With awareness of the problems caused by food intolerance growing amongst Australians, more and more people are getting tested – usually to find that intolerances have been causing their problems all along.

While there are many foods that “trigger” food intolerances (our Imupro300 test looks at over 271 trigger foods), some are far more common than others. Here are the 5 most common food intolerances in Australia:

Milk

First of all, it should be noted that there is a difference between “dairy” intolerance and “lactose” intolerance – even though they come from the same food source. Dairy intolerance is sensitivity to anything that is made from or contains cow’s milk and is the result of intolerance to the proteins in milk. Lactose intolerance, by contrast, is a disorder of absorption of the milk sugar in the milk. In order to properly manage your diet, it is important to know which, if either, type of milk intolerance that you have.

Eggs

Some people are intolerant to the proteins contained in eggs. If you are one of these people, you will typically experience gastric symptoms within a couple of hours of consuming eggs and they can range from quite minor to rather severe. This will depend upon your body’s tolerance level which varies from one person to another. Some people can eat one egg without experiencing any symptoms while others can’t eat anything that contains even trace amounts of egg protein.

Unfortunately there is no cure for egg intolerance so if you want to avoid the symptoms, you must eliminate egg proteins in your diet. It’s easy to avoid real eggs but not so easy to eliminate other products containing egg proteins. Examples of foods that may contain egg protein are: sauces, mayonnaise, cakes and baked goods, pastas, meatloaf, and even hot dogs.

Peanuts

While peanuts are primarily associated with a food allergy, it is also possible to have an intolerance to the proteins found within the nuts and not be allergic to them. Of course it is vitally important to know if you are allergic to peanuts since reactions can be quite severe and even fatal. If your symptoms are more related to abdominal discomfort or acid indigestion, then you are likely experiencing intolerance to peanuts.

Soy

Soy beans are processed into additives, oils and powder that add flavour and protein to commercially processed foods. Soy intolerance means that your body is having trouble digesting soy or it is creating irritation to your digestive system and causing uncomfortable symptoms.

Symptoms may occur immediately or could take several days to manifest. Soy intolerance typically affects your gastrointestinal system. Additionally, you may experience headaches, mood swings, irritability, depression or anxiety.

Wheat

Around 15% of the population are intolerant to the gluten ingredient found in many wheat products. Gluten is a complex protein used in the baking process. People with wheat intolerance may be able to eat small amounts of the offending foods, but larger amounts can cause them to feel unwell. Wheat can also trigger or worsen the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

Wheat intolerance symptoms can take up to 48 hours to surface after eating wheat, which makes connecting the cause and the effect very difficult. Most people who suffer from wheat intolerance do so for years without knowing the cause. This is due to the delayed reaction as well as the fact that symptoms can also be attributed to many different types of medical conditions, including Celiac Disease and Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

With many foods that trigger food intolerance symptoms, it can be hard to know which food is really causing your symptoms. If you suspect that you may also be intolerant to any food, the best thing to do is to take a comprehensive intolerance test.