Hi Kimberlykoehly,
I have had similar sensitivities to different foods, for me it is a mild allergy. I had a comprehensive blood allergen test done to identify definitively what I suspected (it wasn't cheap, and wasn't covered by insurance, but I had enough with my system being out of whack). Allergies go from 1 to 3. Most of mine are 1s and some are 2s. Those 1s can be tricky, because I can eat them now-and-again, but when I've had too much they can be problematic. The 2s I try and avoid as much as possible because those cause a stronger reaction with either a rash or GI issues, for example. Since taking this blood test, I have been taking high-quality daily vitamins, and a probiotic supplement. I also have been taking a herbal supplement (contains N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine, turmeric root and bromelian extract among other things) for allergies. The program my wellness doctor created for me seems to be working. Along with avoiding those foods as I can, it has virtually cured my stomach issues. And when I do come into contact with things like citrus which causes contact dermatitis issues for me, I immediately wash my hands and try to avoid touching it to my lips (otherwise I get little blisters--weird, I know). In the course of this testing, I found that I have a sensitivity to cow's milk, so I also switched to soy, almond or rice milk which also has helped.
Long story short--as I understand it, if your system is functioning well, then it will cause less of a disturbance when you have a 1or a 2 food item in those cases it can't be avoided. I know some people don't believe in the practice of wellness medicine, but I'm living proof that it works. I haven't been sick since early this year, which is odd for me. No colds, no sinus infections, no major stomach issues--hooray! But everyone's different, so it's important to discuss your concerns with a doctor.
Good luck and let us know how you're doing.
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Hi Kimberlykoehly,
September 10, 2010 - 12:28pmI have had similar sensitivities to different foods, for me it is a mild allergy. I had a comprehensive blood allergen test done to identify definitively what I suspected (it wasn't cheap, and wasn't covered by insurance, but I had enough with my system being out of whack). Allergies go from 1 to 3. Most of mine are 1s and some are 2s. Those 1s can be tricky, because I can eat them now-and-again, but when I've had too much they can be problematic. The 2s I try and avoid as much as possible because those cause a stronger reaction with either a rash or GI issues, for example. Since taking this blood test, I have been taking high-quality daily vitamins, and a probiotic supplement. I also have been taking a herbal supplement (contains N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine, turmeric root and bromelian extract among other things) for allergies. The program my wellness doctor created for me seems to be working. Along with avoiding those foods as I can, it has virtually cured my stomach issues. And when I do come into contact with things like citrus which causes contact dermatitis issues for me, I immediately wash my hands and try to avoid touching it to my lips (otherwise I get little blisters--weird, I know). In the course of this testing, I found that I have a sensitivity to cow's milk, so I also switched to soy, almond or rice milk which also has helped.
Long story short--as I understand it, if your system is functioning well, then it will cause less of a disturbance when you have a 1or a 2 food item in those cases it can't be avoided. I know some people don't believe in the practice of wellness medicine, but I'm living proof that it works. I haven't been sick since early this year, which is odd for me. No colds, no sinus infections, no major stomach issues--hooray! But everyone's different, so it's important to discuss your concerns with a doctor.
Good luck and let us know how you're doing.
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