Men and Food Allergies - What's Healthy and What's Not

Synopsis: Food intolerance is a digestive disorder where the body struggles to break down specific foods, leading to discomforts like gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Common intolerances include lactose, gluten, fructose, salicylates, and histamine, each associated with the lack of specific enzymes needed for digestion. While not life-threatening, food intolerances can cause various symptoms depending on the food involved. Unlike food allergies, food intolerances don’t trigger immune responses, though they may have overlapping symptoms. Genetics, enzyme deficiencies, gastrointestinal diseases, and sensitivity to food chemicals are potential causes of food intolerance.

Written By: Jane Scaplen
Photo Credit: Arami
Published: October 19, 2023