If you have a food allergy or intolerance, it's critical for you to take the necessary precautions. However, whether you're eating out or purchasing ready-made food, food businesses are legally required to label the main 14 allergens. While people can be allergic to...
https://youtu.be/NstgMT_PFTU Seemingly overnight, gluten went from being an unknown component in bread, pasta, and other wheat-based products to a major cause for concern. Suddenly, supermarket shelves and restaurant menus were filled with gluten-free options, while...
https://youtu.be/aScnpMssMz4 How do you know you have a food intolerance? It's the symptoms, of course. However, unlike severe allergic reactions, where the symptoms occur rapidly and unmistakably, the symptoms of food intolerances are often more subtle. They...
https://youtu.be/HWp3r5joH-I?si=N8MvH0Hc11LP10UJ Do you get a skin rash or stomachache after eating a tomato? You could have a tomato allergy. According to a 2018 study, true tomato allergies occur in around 1.5% of people from Northern Europe. However, tomato...
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVS35h6fed8 Some people have the worst luck. Chocolate is one of life's great pleasures. Unless, of course, you've got a chocolate intolerance, allergy, or sensitivity. However, while it's possible to be allergic to cacao (the core...
Did you know that 68% of the world's population is lactose intolerant? Living in the UK, it's easy to assume you're the odd one out. But humans have only been drinking milk for the past 8,000 years, predominantly in Northwest Europe. For individuals with a dairy...
Ever felt any uncomfortable belly bloating after eating? You're not alone. In fact, around 10-25% of healthy people say they experience frequent, uncomfortable bloating on a regular basis. Recognising bloating is one thing; devising a strategy to solve your after-meal...
https://youtu.be/WRO6VUWWG1o?si=8ywwnhhJvuoiUZAz Never heard of lupin? It's a new superfood that's become increasingly popular due to its incredible dietary profile, being rich in protein, fibre, and other essential nutrients. Often referred to as lupini beans, this...
Our bodies are complicated “machines.” Some things work properly, and other things do not. One common “malfunction” is the inability to digest lactose. This is called lactose intolerance or milk intolerance. There is a lot to know and understand about this condition....
