Understanding Your Food Allergies and Intolerances

Download or read book Understanding Your Food Allergies and Intolerances written by Dr. Wayne Shreffler, MD, PhD and published by St. Martin's Griffin. This book was released on 2012-05-22 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to understanding and handling food allergies and sensitivities A comprehensive overview of food sensitivities, including food allergies and food intolerances. The authors clear up much of the confusion consumers have about food sensitivities as they help food-sensitive individuals understand their symptoms, manage their condition and learn to enjoy eating again. Features: - Listing of most common food allergies - Examination of the differences between allergies and intolerances - Discussion of where to look for hidden food allergens - Case studies of various allergic reactions - Questions to ask your doctor - Guide to traveling with food allergies - Quiz for when to get tested - A look at new and future treatments for food sensitivity