by Bev Walton | Oct 20, 2021 | Intolerances & Allergies
All over the world, particularly in developed nations, children are more likely to develop allergies than ever before. Although most reactions are mild, the fact they can be fatal means patients and families have to live in fear and be constantly vigilant when...
by Bev Walton | Oct 6, 2021 | Intolerances & Allergies
Whether eaten on their own or used as an ingredient in another food product, eggs are a staple of our diets. Chicken eggs are most commonly sold and used in food production, but duck and goose eggs may be used as an alternative. Eggs are a good source of protein,...
by Bev Walton | Oct 4, 2021 | Intolerances & Allergies
It’s estimated that up to 20% of people have a food intolerance of some kind, with many not even realising it’s something that affects them. From dairy to alcohol, there are numerous types of food and drink that people can have intolerances to. What is food...
by Bev Walton | Oct 1, 2021 | Intolerances & Allergies
Milk products are considered a dietary staple throughout the world. Indeed, dairy is one of the five food groups, and milk and milk derivatives are found in foods you wouldn’t expect. Artificial sweeteners, bakery goods, bread and even some brands of breath mints...
by Bev Walton | Sep 27, 2021 | Intolerances & Allergies
Many people enjoy a beer or glass of wine in the evening to help unwind after a busy day. But when you have a drink, do you find that your face flushes? Or shortly after, do you experience stomach cramps? If so, you may have alcohol intolerance. What is alcohol...
by Bev Walton | Sep 20, 2021 | Intolerances & Allergies
Many of us depend on coffee to perk us up in the morning, but it also has other effects on top of the obvious energy boost. One unwelcome effect of drinking coffee is that it can lead to headaches, even when drunk in small amounts. And if this is you, there’s every...
