FOOD INTOLERANCE

= CHEMICAL REACTION

IT IS NOT RELATED TO THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

The body cannot properly digest the food that is eaten or a particular food might irritate the digestive system

SYMPTOMS:

Nausea, gas, cramps, abdominal pain, diarrhea, irritability, nervousness, headaches

FOOD ALLERGY

= IMMUNE RESPONSE

IT AFFECTS THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

It happens when the body’s immune system (which normally fights infections) sees the food as an invader          Allergic reaction that is a response form the immune system in which chemicals like histamine are released in the body

SYMPTOMS:

Breathing problems, throat tightness, abdominal pain, hives, swelling, drop in blood pressure, hoarseness