Digestive health and food-related concerns can be complex, and there are many factors that may influence how we feel. Where appropriate, laboratory testing can provide additional information to help build a broader picture of your digestive and nutritional health.Nutritional Therapy offers a range of testing options, including allergy-related blood tests and specialist digestive investigations, which can be considered alongside your health history, symptoms, diet and lifestyle.
Practitioner: Marianne Andrews
With the guidance of a registered Nutritional Therapist people can then eliminate the problem ingredients from their diet. Sometimes, where foods are causing intolerances not allergies, people can eventually get over the problem as their immune system resets itself. Once adequately rested and repaired the gut can often heal itself to allow the reintroduction of previous problem foods and drinks.
Practitioner: Marianne Andrews
Wondering whether certain foods or environmental factors may be associated with allergic symptoms? The test measures specific IgE antibodies to a selection of common food and environmental allergens.
The test can provide additional information as part of an investigation into possible allergic responses. Depending on the panel, allergens tested may include foods such as milk, egg, wheat and nuts, as well as environmental allergens such as pollen, dust mites and animal dander.
Testing is only one part of understanding your digestive health. Marianne considers laboratory findings alongside your medical history, dietary habits, lifestyle and individual concerns.
Where appropriate, the information may help inform personalised nutritional recommendations, including practical dietary changes and guidance around digestive wellbeing.
Not everyone needs testing, and the most appropriate options will depend on your individual circumstances. The purpose, limitations and costs of any test will be discussed before you decide whether to proceed.
Book a complimentary 20-minute introductory telephone consultation to discuss your concerns and explore whether nutritional therapy and appropriate testing may be suitable for you.
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