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Why am I bloating after eating?

by Rob Daniels | Aug 9, 2021 | Intolerances & Allergies

Bloating after eating is a common problem. Many people experience this uncomfortable, swollen sensation after meals. It is normally triggered by indigestion, or by eating too much of a particular type of food. Fortunately, some relatively simple lifestyle changes can...

What is caffeine intolerance?

by Rob Daniels | Aug 9, 2021 | Intolerances & Allergies

The 21st Century runs on caffeine: at no time in human history have we consumed as much. This potent natural chemical is thought to be the world’s most widely consumed psychoactive stimulant – meaning a substance that affects the nervous system. As soon as they...

How do you know if you are allergic to gluten?

by Stephen | Jul 12, 2021 | Intolerances & Allergies

Published July 12, 2021 Wheat provides a shockingly large slice of the modern diet. This staple foodstuff may make you think of bread but it is certainly not confined to the bakery counter. It’s easy to forget just how many processed foods contain pastry or flour of...

What are the symptoms of wheat intolerance?

by Stephen | Jul 5, 2021 | Intolerances & Allergies

Published July 5, 2021 Wheat provides a shockingly large slice of the modern diet. This staple foodstuff may make you think of bread but it is certainly not confined to the bakery counter. It’s easy to forget just how many processed foods contain pastry or flour of...

Can you become lactose intolerant later in life?

by Stephen | Jun 28, 2021 | Intolerances & Allergies

Published June 28, 2021 In short, yes you can. It’s worth noting here that food intolerances are different to allergies. The latter involve the immune system, and usually occur immediately after eating the substance or exposure to it, and they can have serious, even...

How Do I Know If I’m Lactose Intolerant?

by Stephen | Jun 21, 2021 | Intolerances & Allergies

Published June 21, 2021 If you are one of the many people who experience unpleasant symptoms after eating dairy foods like milk and cheese, you may have asked yourself “How do I know if I’m lactose intolerant?” But let’s start at the beginning: just what is lactose?...