Intolerances and allergies

[Piernes]

Just out of curiosity how many of you have food intolerances or allergies?
I seem to keep developing more and more as the years go on, but don't know whether it is because I am becoming more and more in tune with my body and so wondered if this was also the case with other similar type people...

 

[emilynichole]

I'm lactose intolerant...and the more I steer away from dairy, the better I feel. And if I leave dairy alone for a while, then go back to it, the symptoms seem to be worse and more pronounced. I think it does have to do with being in tune with your body...I've really learned to pay attention to my physical responses to food. I really look at it as an indication of what's good for me internally.

 

[nangiggles]

I have a mild allergy towards dairy products, if I eat cheese, butter, milk, etc. my throat getd really iritated, but I LOVE milk... the longer I go without dairy the stronger the reaction, considering many foods have dairy products and you don't even take it into consideration (a sandwhich, some types of mayo, etc) I like to still drink milk in order to keep my system aware of it even though it later makes me uncomfortable, of course this is because it is a mild allergy, do not attempt with peanut allergy and bee stings

 

[musclemom]

Wheat, legumes, chamomile, odd chemicals, e.g., propylene glycol, fragrances; mind you, intolerances, not true allergies.

All started happening in my early 30s. I can't decide whether I screwed myself up from severe stress or long term abuse of stimulants, probably some combination of the two plus genetic predisposition.

 

[slat1]

No food allergies but I am allergic to Pine Trees, Birch Trees, Grass and Dust. Pretty lame list for me. My father said it could be worse that I could be allergic to Women and Money! LOL

 

[Piernes]

At least it's not just me!
I join you slat in being allergic to some pollens etc, but also lactose(intolerance), yeast (allergies), gluten (allergies), garlic (intolerance) and possibly thinking it's now also legumes (intolerance) ......oh well at least I can get my protein intake!
I do find it difficult and feel like I am being awkward when I go out for dinner or when I am staying in a hotel.

 

[nangiggles]

Garlic intolerance... that would really bum me out... fish without garlic is just sad for me...

 

[Rebecca D]

My son keeps telling me he is allergic to vegetables, but I'm not buying it. Strong taste of ginger in food does seem to give me a headache...otherwise I'm free and clear.

Rebecca D

 

[musclemom]

At least it's not just me!
I join you slat in being allergic to some pollens etc, but also lactose(intolerance), yeast (allergies), gluten (allergies), garlic (intolerance) and possibly thinking it's now also legumes (intolerance) ......oh well at least I can get my protein intake!
I do find it difficult and feel like I am being awkward when I go out for dinner or when I am staying in a hotel.

We should go out to eat together!

Mexican food is my only indulgence, although you have the lactose intolerance, can you take an enzyme to help you with that?

 

[Piernes]

Us together probably a dinner party nightmare!!!I probably agree with you about the possible stress thing as I think my problems stem from something similar about 10years ago.

Lactase doesn't seem to help with the lactose.

Also why does all chocolate seem to have milk in it or if not soya lecithin (forgot to mention my soya intolerance lol)

I like the one from the kid about veggies

 

[musclemom]

Us together probably a dinner party nightmare!!!I probably agree with you about the possible stress thing as I think my problems stem from something similar about 10years ago.

Lactase doesn't seem to help with the lactose.

Also why does all chocolate seem to have milk in it or if not soya lecithin (forgot to mention my soya intolerance lol)

I like the one from the kid about veggies

That sucks about the lactase .

You CAN find chocolate that does not have milk or soy in it, but you need to a) go to a health food store; b) pay about $3.00 a bar c) still read a lot of labels. I know Art Bars (dark) are milk and soy free so they aren't the only one.

 

[Piernes]

None in Spain and trust me I have looked!!!

 

[musclemom]

None in Spain and trust me I have looked!!!

OMG I just noticed you live in Spain! Well, at least you're blessed there, such wonderful food with so many fresh meats and veg.

Currently the Art Bars site is down Chocolate - Fair Trade, Organic, Slavery-Free, Delicious! NO SOY!

but making your own chocolate candy wouldn't be hard, it's more about temperature control.

 

[Tatyana]

None in Spain and trust me I have looked!!!

Green and Black's Fair Trade Organic Dark Chocolate.

Mayan Gold is fantastic and I also love Dark chocolate and Cherry.

I have a hypersensitivity reaction to house dust mites, and I think I am developing a pollen allergy, however, it doesn't seem to be any of the pollen in England, I get it mostly when I travel to other countries.

 

[MM1Busch]

I am gluten and lactose intolerant, I can eat tiny amounts without any issues. Thank goodness for Lactaid because I love, Love, LOVE greek yogurt. I just wish there was something for gluten, but that is probably the one thing keeping me from indulging in desserts.

 

[Thandie]

Lactose and gluten intolerant. Hard to digest soy, but that's given.
It's still manageable..

 

[Piernes]

I have now developed hypothyroidism. It has been suggested that this was due to food allergies, so there is probably more to add to my list of foods I must avoid....let alone how much this has disrupted my training and the weight gain is awful!!!!
Helpppppppp anyone else experienced anything like this?

 

[prozoo]

Severely allergic to dust mites & cochroach dander, when I had my allergy tests, the wheels(sp?) left marks on my arms for over a month. We grow/ keep lots of catnip around, as it repels roaches-fyi. No food allergies, although starchy food seem to make me very lethargic. I feel bad for anyone w/ food allergies. I have hypothyriodism also. We were exposed to pesticides/insect growth regulators for a few years and I think that caused our health problems. Anyway, only compounded T3 has helped in the past. I am trying some thyroid supplements/stimulators. Let ya know how that goes, so far so good. Also, does anyone know of a major detox supp or program that really works? Had a Dr. that was going to do IV chelation, but had retired before we we able to do so.