Taking a Food Allergy Test: Determine Your Triggers and Plan for Preventative Care

1. June 27, 2017 Taking a Food Allergy Test: Determine Your Triggers and Plan for Preventative Care How much do you know your body? Does it overreact when you ingest or come in contact with certain substances? Are your allergies or asthma causing an inconvenience? With a food allergy test, it is possible to determine which types of food you should steer clear from and reasons why you should do so. Testing for asthma, pet allergies, and immune system deficiencies is also Page | 1

2. possible with an allergy clinic like Florida Center for Allergy & Asthma Care. Testing the body's immune system with a few blood samples to analyze allergies gives you more insight into how to improve the quality of your life without putting yourself at risk of developing more serious symptoms as you age. The Benefits of Preventative Care Having a food allergy test performed along with other allergy tests helps reduce the risk of worsening a condition you may have or that may be in the process of developing. Once you have the results of your allergy tests, you can then speak with a healthcare professional to determine the best preventative measures you can take in your everyday life to mitigate or altogether eliminate the symptoms you are experiencing. Whether you are struggling with asthma and pet allergies or you believe you have an autoimmune disease, allergy specialists are here to evaluate and guide you through the process of improving your overall health. By having sufficient knowledge about your current allergies, you are able to take the necessary steps to avoid potential triggers while allowing you to resume life as you normally would. Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle After Your Allergy Test After getting a food allergy test and reviewing the results of the test, your doctor may provide you with more information on which foods to avoid and how to replace them in your diet. When you have inflammation due to food intake or a gluten allergy, eliminating trigger foods is essential. For those struggling with asthma or pet allergies, various medications are available on the market along with tips to keep the airflow in your home or work environment suitable to avoid outbreaks and attacks. For individuals suffering from an autoimmune disease or condition, there are various triggers to adamantly avoid. Based on the diagnosis you receive, you will typically be advised to stay away from foods that are known to trigger inflammation. These include foods that contain wheat, gluten, and highly sugary desserts. For those diagnosed with Celiac disease, for example, a 100% gluten-free diet is the only known treatment. Allergy specialists are able to determine the various triggers that may cause you issues based on the results of the tests you have taken. Always be sure to inquire about ways you can reduce inflammation, and avoid frequent attacks and allergic reactions once you have received the results of any allergy test you request. Page | 2

3. About Florida Center For Allergy & Asthma Care: Florida Center For Allergy & Asthma Care specializes in testing for asthma, food and pet allergies, and other immune system disorders in patients of all ages (including children). With the right diagnostic specialists, individuals who have various allergies or potential immune system conditions can get the results necessary for proper treatment and preventative care with ease. Sources: Celiac Disease: Fast Facts, beyondceliac.org Event Planning and Food Allergy Awareness, aaaai.org Understanding Allergies -- the Basics, webmd.com Page | 3