ChefAble

Just like me, many of you that have to deal with food intolerances and allergies have done some research to see what kind of testing might be available to help us clearly identify what foods we may be sensitive to. Apart from a few tests administered by a medical doctor (including coeliac), my recommendation is to work with a nutritionist or dietician. Please don't be fooled by claims about IgG testing. Recent position papers from European and American allergy and immunology societies have emphasized the limitations and potential misuse of IgG4 testing, indicating that these tests are not appropriate for making a diagnosis of food allergy.

If you, or someone you know is food intolerant, please take the time to read the following article published by the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology.

https://www.aaaai.org/tools-for-the-public/conditions-library/allergies/igg-food-test

My food sensitivities started to show up as an adult. It is possibly the result of being exposed to decades of unnecessary chemicals in our food, and for me, also being misdiagnosed with a digestive ailment called GERD. After too many years on various medications (esomeprazole, omeprazole, cimetidine) I started to develop digestive problems, joint pain, and inflammation. The medical community responded with the usual prods, pokes, and prescriptions. None of it helped.
I started my healing journey after following a more integrated approach that eliminated common food allergens. It turns out that I am sensitive/intolerant to several foods that include dairy, gluten, soy, legumes, and nuts.
Armed with a better understanding of my food sensitivities, I have dedicated the last 10 years to food research and recipe development to modify my own diet. Lucky for me, I am a trained chef and a chemist to boot, and that knowledge has helped guide my path to self-healing. I know the foray into the world of food allergens and intolerances can be a daunting task – there’s so much information out there, but no easy way to make sense of all of it. I am here to share what I have learned, and to support you on your journey.