Wheat Allergy?From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
For clarity they are not the same thing: Wheat Allergy is a severe sudden onset allergic reaction to a certain protein component of wheat. That is, it's an auto-immune response of the body. Usual symptoms are immediate coughing, asthma, breathing difficulties, and/or projectile vomiting. It can cause life-threatening responses in allergic people. Fortunately, true Wheat allergy is quite rare (less than ½ % of population). These people must observe a strict Wheat-free diet to remain healthy.
However, most people who speak of wheat allergy are really referring to Wheat intolerance caused by Gluten - a very complex protein found in wheat and some other grains. It affects one in seven people or 15%.
Wheat intolerance caused by Gluten (contained in Wheat, rye barley and oats) is associated with serious Health Risks like diabetes, bowel cancer, anaemia and osteoporosis. If you think you might have Wheat or Gluten intolerance you can get proof by doing the Detection Diet - a simple and effective way to find out for sure - no drugs and no therapies. The treatment is simple - a Gluten-free diet, and people who have suffered for years improve dramatically within a couple of weeks.How common is Wheat Allergy and Wheat Intolerance?
True Wheat Allergy is very rare (less than ½ % of people) and is usually detected very early in life, babies and toddlers going on to solid foods.But Wheat Intolerance (due to Gluten sensitivity - a protein found in Wheat, rye, barley and oats) is actually rather common. Up to 15% of people, or one in seven is Gluten intolerant. Some of them meet the requirements of Celiac testing and are known as Celiacs. But most Gluten sensitive people are Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitive (NCGS) and the majority are undiagnosed. Generally, food intolerance is quite common. There are only four kinds of Food Intolerance (not to be confused with Food Allergy) and they are widely suffered:
What is the difference between Wheat Allergy and Wheat Intolerance? (From. foodintol.com)
For clarity they are not the same thing: Wheat Allergy is a severe sudden onset allergic reaction to a certain protein component of wheat. That is, it's an auto-immune response of the body. Usual symptoms are immediate coughing, asthma, breathing difficulties, and/or projectile vomiting. It can cause life-threatening responses in allergic people. Fortunately, true Wheat allergy is quite rare (less than ½ % of population). These people must observe a strict Wheat-free diet to remain healthy.However, most people who speak of wheat allergy are really referring to Wheat intolerance caused by Gluten - a very complex protein found in wheat and some other grains. It affects one in seven people or 15%.
Wheat Intolerance (Gluten intolerance)
Wheat Intolerance is when you have difficulty digesting wheat, which may seem less important. It is a slower onset but certainly involves the immune system. Gluten intolerance appears as chronic symptoms like aching joints, gastro-intestinal problems, depression, eczema, low blood iron levels and others.Wheat intolerance caused by Gluten (contained in Wheat, rye barley and oats) is associated with serious Health Risks like diabetes, bowel cancer, anaemia and osteoporosis. If you think you might have Wheat or Gluten intolerance you can get proof by doing the Detection Diet - a simple and effective way to find out for sure - no drugs and no therapies. The treatment is simple - a Gluten-free diet, and people who have suffered for years improve dramatically within a couple of weeks.How common is Wheat Allergy and Wheat Intolerance?
True Wheat Allergy is very rare (less than ½ % of people) and is usually detected very early in life, babies and toddlers going on to solid foods.But Wheat Intolerance (due to Gluten sensitivity - a protein found in Wheat, rye, barley and oats) is actually rather common. Up to 15% of people, or one in seven is Gluten intolerant. Some of them meet the requirements of Celiac testing and are known as Celiacs. But most Gluten sensitive people are Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitive (NCGS) and the majority are undiagnosed. Generally, food intolerance is quite common. There are only four kinds of Food Intolerance (not to be confused with Food Allergy) and they are widely suffered:
| Food Intolerance | Prevalence | |
| Dairy Intolerance (includes Lactose intolerance) | ~75% | 3 in 4 people |
| Yeast sensitivity (eg. Candida infections) | ~33% | 1 in 3 people |
| Gluten sensitivity (inc. Celiac and Wheat intolerance) | ~15% | 1 in 7 people |
| Fructose or Sugar sensitivity | ~35% | 1 in 3 people |
| Food allergy | ~1% | 1 in 100 people |
Dairy Allergy/Intolerance (from the site www.caringmedical.com/conditions/Dairy_Allergy.htm)
DESCRIPTION:A dairy allergy is the immune system's response to one or more of the proteins found in cow's milk. Dairy products are one of the most frequent food allergens. Although most individuals develop a milk allergy as infants, it can also be acquired later in life. While two to three percent of all infants have milk allergies, by the age of four, 60 percent will have outgrown their milk allergy, and by age six, 80 percent. Some, however, never outgrow it.
How does a dairy allergy develop?
Many protein allergens contained in cow's milk can cause allergic reactions. Casein and whey are the two main components. Casein is the curd that forms when milk is left to sour, while the watery part that’s left after the curd is removed is the whey. Casein accounts for 80 percent of the protein in milk, and is the prime allergen found in cheese. The harder the cheese, the more casein it contains. Whey accounts for the other 20 percent of milk, and contains two major allergenic proteins – alpha-lactalbumin and beta-lactaglobulin.
What are the symptoms of a dairy allergy?
The symptoms of a dairy allergy can manifest themselves in the skin, the digestive system or the respiratory system. Skin reactions may include an itchy red rash, hives, eczema, allergic "shiners" (black eyes), and swelling of lips, mouth, tongue, face or throat. Digestive system reactions might include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, gas, bloating or abdominal cramps. Respiratory system reactions include a runny nose, sneezing, watery or itchy eyes, nasal congestion, wheezing, shortness of breath or coughing, and even anaphylactic shock. Some children may show reddish ear lobes or a glazed look in their eyes. Additional symptoms attributed to a milk allergy include bed-wetting, lethargy and inattentiveness.
Discover why we believe that natural medicine treatments are the best way to help restore the body's balance and treat a dairy allergy. If you are not feeling good, or your health is suffering, perhaps an appointment with your physician is in order to explore whether your diet needs to be dairy free.
