If I think I am allergic to a food, should I stop eating it?
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National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:Removing a food, or group of foods, from your diet can leave you with an unbalanced diet, which may cause other health problems. Consult your health care provider who may refer you to a registered dietitian before making significant changes in your diet.Removing a food, or group of foods, from your diet can leave you with an unbalanced diet, which may cause other health problems. Consult your health care provider who may refer you to a registered dietitian before making significant changes... More -
Karen Ansel of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics answered:If you are allergic to a food the only way to prevent a reaction is to avoid that food entirely. That said, many people think they have a food allergy when they have another condition entirely. Before you eliminate a food from your diet, speak with your doctor about allergy testing, the only proven method of diagnosing a food allergy.If you are allergic to a food the only way to prevent a reaction is to avoid that food entirely. That said, many people think they have a food allergy when they have another condition entirely. Before you eliminate a food from your diet, speak with... More -
Jim White of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics answered:If you think you are allergic to a certain food you should stop eating it and set up an appointment to see your physician. A doctor will be able to run a Food Allergy/Intolerance test which will give you a better understanding of the types of foods you should be avoiding.If you think you are allergic to a certain food you should stop eating it and set up an appointment to see your physician. A doctor will be able to run a Food Allergy/Intolerance test which will give you a better understanding of the types of foods... More -
Lyn Turton answered:It is important to speak to your doctor if you think you have a food allergy. They will be able to test for allergy and prevent you removing the food from your diet unnecessarily, which could lead to dietary imbalance. If you are found to have a food allergy, a Registered Dietitian can help you find alternatives to that food to make sure you are not missing out on vital nutrients. To find a Registered Dietitian in your area please visit www.eatright.orgIt is important to speak to your doctor if you think you have a food allergy. They will be able to test for allergy and prevent you removing the food from your diet unnecessarily, which could lead to dietary imbalance. If you are found to have a... More
