It can be confusing to know whether it's a food allergy, sensitivity or intolerance after you've had a reaction to certain foods. (Photo: Getty Images) Health issues related to food have become a hot ...

My friend called me, panicking. Her doctor had said she needed to follow an elimination diet to uncover the source of her increasing stomach pain. She was standing in her kitchen, hungry and desperate ...

Sweet summertime is a season to gather with friends and family for a BBQ or potluck, but for some people with dietary restrictions, coming together for a meal can be a point of anxiety and stress.

It can be hard to determine if you have an actual allergy or an intolerance to something you eat. Here's how to know. Taylor Leamey Former Senior Writer Taylor Leamey wrote about all things wellness ...

Lactose intolerance is NOT a food allergy even though it is commonly referred as one. Lactose, which is a sugar, is naturally found in animal and human milk. If you look on a food label you will see ...

When my daughter was 5, my family was hit with a set of dietary restrictions so intense it felt like someone had effectively emptied my kitchen cabinets, leaving behind a dusty bag of lentils and a ...

Becca Stanek is an experienced writer and editor who is passionate about exploring the ways we can feel better mentally and physically to get the most out of our lives. She has worked for publications ...

A large and increasing number of people now identify as sufferers of food allergies and intolerances. But what’s the recipe for catering to those who might be simply picky and neurotic? It’s pretty ...

At one time or another, you've probably come across someone who is lactose intolerant and might experience some unpleasant gut symptoms if they have dairy. Maybe it's you — food intolerances are ...

It is possible to outgrow certain food allergies, such as eggs or milk. However, other food allergies, such as peanut and tree nut allergies, can continue into adulthood. Food allergies can cause ...

Food allergies aren’t just a childhood concern — they can develop or worsen later in life. In fact, research shows that adults over 60 are increasingly being diagnosed with food allergies, even to ...