Nutritional planning involves balancing macronutrients, understanding calorie formulas, and identifying the functional properties of whole foods to manage weight and chronic conditions effectively.
Most food allergies are related to the proteins found in specific foods, such as gluten, whey or casein. Recent studies reported by ABC News state that certain uncommon allergies, such as an allergy to meat, found that the reaction was to certain carbohydrates found in foods, and not proteins.
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The body produces too much histamine when it has an allergic reaction. An allergic reaction is an overreaction of the immune system to certain substances that do not affect most people, according to HealthMad.
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In 2006, the Food and Drug Administration began classifying coconuts as a tree nut allergy. Although coconut oil does not contain tree nut proteins, the FDA suspects that people with a tree nut allergy should avoid consuming coconut ingredients, including coconut oil.
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Vomiting is typically the result of nausea and may be caused by many conditions. The most common condition that causes vomiting and nausea is viral gastroenteritis, or the stomach flu. Excessive vomiting can cause your body to become dehydrated, depleting your system of needed water and salts.
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Although there is no reliable information demonstrating the chances of developing an allergic reaction to fish oil supplements if you’re allergic to shellfish, MedlinePlus recommends avoiding its use. Shellfish are a common food allergy that can lead to a severe allergic reaction, anaphylaxis.
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Research shows that eating yogurt can shorten the length and severity of diarrhea caused by digestive complications, according to AskDrSears.com. Yogurt contains live and active cultures that help maintain the health and normal functionality of your digestive system.
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If you started a gluten-free diet because you developed stomach pain after eating products that contained wheat and you still have pain, you may have been misdiagnosed. If you haven’t been clinically diagnosed by a doctor, you need to see a gastroenterologist to determine the cause of your stomach pain.
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A strange phenomenon can occur after you eat raw fruit. You may notice that your lips swell, your mouth tingles or tongue feels sore and itchy. Although you may suspect that you’re allergic to fruit, you are more likely experiencing a common syndrome related to pollen allergies.
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If you’re severely lactose intolerant, you probably find yourself using great caution before eating anything that may contain lactose. Baked goods are a common food that contains lactose but is often overlooked because it’s not dairy-based.
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If you have been diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, you may not be able to take whey protein powder. Whey protein powder is made from cow’s milk. Whey is one of the two primary proteins found in dairy. MayoClinic.com states that diary products are a common food that can trigger IBS symptoms.
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If you’ve been diagnosed with food poisoning, talk with your doctor about using probiotics to treat your nausea and diarrhea. Probiotics are sold in supplement form or you can obtain these healthy bacteria by eating yogurt. Probiotics are bacteria that live in your intestines that promote healthy digestion.
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Gastroenteritis is an infection in the stomach and intestines that causes nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Gastroenteritis related to food is commonly the result of food poisoning. A food allergy can cause symptoms similar to gastroenteritis, although there is no actual infection.
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Lip swelling after eating acidic foods is a sign of an allergic reaction. All adverse reactions you experience need to be reported to your doctor for assessment. In some cases, lip swelling may be a sign of a severe allergic reaction that could lead to life-threatening symptoms.
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If you have moderate lactose intolerance, consider drinking buttermilk as a suitable alternative. Buttermilk contains less lactose than regular milk and may not cause common lactose intolerance symptoms in some people. Your doctor may recommend a "challenge diet"
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