Our bodies experience 2 different reactions to food.
- IgE reaction– this is an immediate reaction to food. Also known as an allergy. For example, if you were to have a glass of milk, right away you would be in the bathroom with diarrhea. This is known as lactose intolerance.
- IgG reaction– this is the reaction that I am interested in. This reaction can take up to 48 hours to present itself. For example, if you were to eat a banana for breakfast, you may not experience the negative effects of the banana until the evening, next day or day after. This is known as a food sensitivity!
IgG Food Sensitivities and the effects on your Body:
Systemic: fatigue, chills, sweating and feeling weak, weight gain or loss
Skin: rashes, eczema, acne, itching, psoriasis
Brain: mood disorders, brain fog, memory, anxiety and depression, migraines, behavioural issues, ADHD, autism
Lungs: more prone to colds and flus
Musculoskeletal: joint pains and muscle weakness
Digestive: nausea, vomiting, gas/bloating, diarrhea or constipation
The IgG reactions can effect at 1 level or all levels. There are 2 ways to determine your food sensitivities;
- To conduct an elimination diet for a couple of weeks; or
- To test for your food sensitivities.
The IgG food blood test is the preferred choice by many of my patients because it is easier and gives you the concrete evidence of what to avoid and consume. This test is performed by blood draw. Your blood is then analyzed to 120 or 200 different food antigens to determine its reaction over the 48 hour critical time. The foods that result in a moderate or high reaction are avoided from the diet for a period of time. Once the foods are avoided this gives time to for your body to heal.
Begin your journey of wellness by determining which foods are right for YOUR body. Many extended insurance companies cover the cost of the IgG blood serum food test- inquire to find out.
Dr. Maria Papasodaro, ND
Nature’s Touch Naturopathic Clinic
www.naturestouchnd.ca