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AM Session: Tsim Sha Tsui, or Jordan.
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【Food Intolerance IgG Test (108 items)｜Identify Foods That May Be Triggering Your Symptoms】
📌 Price: HK$2,980 per person
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Food intolerance refers to difficulty in digesting or metabolizing certain food components, or adverse reactions to naturally occurring substances or additives in food. Unlike immediate IgE-mediated allergic reactions (e.g., peanut or shellfish allergy), food intolerance typically involves digestive or metabolic issues and is often associated with delayed immune responses, such as elevated Immunoglobulin G (IgG) levels.
Common Mechanisms of Food Intolerance:
Symptoms may appear hours to days after consuming the food, making it difficult to pinpoint the cause. Though not life-threatening, these symptoms can impact daily life and well-being if left unaddressed.
| Type | Mechanism | Typical Symptoms |
|---|---|---|
| Lactose Intolerance | IgG-Mediated Responses | Bloating, diarrhea, gas, nausea |
| Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity | Sensitivity to gluten/FODMAPs | Abdominal discomfort, fatigue, headaches |
| Histamine Intolerance | DAO enzyme deficiency | Headaches, rashes, hives |
| Chemical Sensitivities | Reaction to sulfites, caffeine, etc. | GI upset, headaches, skin reactions |
| IgG-Mediated Responses | Delayed immune response | Multi-system chronic symptoms |
IgG is a type of antibody produced by the immune system. When the body frequently consumes food it poorly tolerates, it may produce IgG antibodies in response:
🔬 The IgG Food Intolerance Test involves analyzing blood samples to measure IgG antibodies against over 108 food items, helping identify potential intolerance triggers.
Food intolerance is primarily associated with gut dysfunction, enzyme deficiencies, and delayed immune responses mediated by IgG antibodies. Below are common symptoms and their potential triggering mechanisms:
| System | Symptoms | Possible Causes |
|---|---|---|
| Digestive | Bloating, diarrhea, constipation, cramps | 🔹 Certain food components—such as lactose, fructose, or gluten—may not be properly digested and are instead fermented by gut bacteria, producing gas that leads to bloating, diarrhea, or abdominal cramps. 🔹 Additionally, IgG-mediated food intolerance may trigger chronic inflammation in the intestines, impairing the integrity and absorption function of the gut lining, which further contributes to gastrointestinal discomfort. |
| Skin | Rashes, eczema, itching, acne | 🔹 The accumulation of IgG antigen-antibody complexes in the body may stimulate skin immune cells, potentially triggering eczema, urticaria (hives), itchiness, or skin rashes. 🔹 In some individuals with leaky gut syndrome, partially undigested food particles may pass through the compromised intestinal lining into the bloodstream, which can also affect skin conditions and contribute to visible skin symptoms. |
| Neurological | Headaches, migraines | 🔸 Certain common foods — such as chocolate, cheese, and processed foods — contain compounds like histamine and tyramine. If the body is intolerant to these substances, they may trigger migraines or chronic headaches. 🔸 When IgG antibodies are activated, they can stimulate the release of cytokines (such as IL-6 and TNF-α), which may affect the vascular and nervous systems, thereby indirectly contributing to headaches. |
| Energy/Mood | Fatigue, brain fog, poor focus | 🔸 Chronic inflammatory responses caused by food intolerance can lead to prolonged activation of the immune system, resulting in physical fatigue and low energy levels. 🔸 There is a gut-brain axis, a bidirectional communication pathway between the gut and the brain. Intestinal inflammation may affect the production and balance of neurotransmitters (such as serotonin), leading to reduced concentration, brain fog, and emotional fluctuations. |
| Emotional | Anxiety, low mood, sleep disturbance | 🔸 Gut health significantly influences the brain’s neurotransmitters, such as serotonin and GABA. When food intolerance persists without proper management, it may contribute to emotional instability, anxiety, and mild depressive symptoms. 🔸 Systemic inflammation caused by ongoing intolerance reactions can also disrupt sleep quality, leading to frequent awakenings, insomnia, or feeling unrefreshed upon waking. |
While both food allergies and food intolerances involve adverse reactions to certain foods, they are fundamentally different physiological responses and should not be confused with one another:
| Comparison | Food Allergy (IgE) | Food Intolerance (IgG) |
|---|---|---|
| ✅Immune Mechanism | Immediate immune response (IgE antibodies) | Delayed immune response (IgG antibodies) |
| 🕐 Onset of Symptoms | Within minutes to 1 hour | Hours to days after eating |
| ⚠️Severity | ❗️Life-threatening☠️ (e.g., anaphylaxis) | Chronic discomfort, non-life-threatening 🤢 |
| 😰 Common Symptoms | Swelling, difficulty breathing, hives | GI issues, fatigue, skin problems |
| 🧪 Diagnostic Method | IgE blood test, skin prick test | IgG blood test |
| 🧑⚕️ Management | Strict lifelong avoidance | Food elimination and rotation may help |
| Observation | More Likely a Food Allergy | More Likely a Food Intolerance |
|---|---|---|
| Reaction is rapid and intense | ✅ | ❌ |
| Symptoms occur every time the food is consumed | ✅ | ❌ (may require accumulation before symptoms appear) |
| History of emergency treatment or allergy meds | ✅ | ❌ |
| Symptoms are vague or fluctuate over time | ❌ | ✅ |
| Gastrointestinal or skin symptoms appear 1–2 days after eating | ❌ | ✅ |
| Food Type | Allergy Example | Intolerance Example |
|---|---|---|
| Eggs | Immediate rash, swelling, ER visit | Bloating, gas, eczema after eating eggs |
| Dairy | Throat swelling, asthma from milk | Diarrhea or gas from milk (lactose intolerance) |
| Wheat | Anaphylaxis from wheat (IgE allergy) | Brain fog, fatigue after bread (gluten sensitivity) |
| Seafood | Nausea, hives from shrimp | Itching or GI issues after eating seafood |
If you frequently experience digestive discomfort, fatigue, headaches, or skin irritation without a clear cause, it may be time to consider an IgG Food Intolerance Blood Test. Identifying potential trigger foods and adjusting your diet accordingly can help alleviate these persistent symptoms and improve your overall well-being.
If you often experience unexplained symptoms such as:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS):
• Clinical studies indicate that approximately 60% of IBS patients experience significant symptom relief—such as reduced bloating and diarrhea—after eliminating IgG-positive foods from their diet.
• Common trigger foods: wheat, dairy products, and eggs — typical components of a Hong Kong-style breakfast.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD):
• Immune responses triggered by IgG may aggravate intestinal mucosal inflammation.
• Studies have shown that most Crohn’s disease patients exhibit food intolerances, particularly to dairy, high-fiber foods, spicy or irritating foods, and gluten.
(Source: HA Patient Education Resource)
✅ Recommendations:
Understanding your body’s hidden triggers can lead to lasting symptom relief and better health.
Book your IgG Food Intolerance Test today and take control of your health.
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