Desensitivities Affecting A Person's Food Sensitivity?

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Food sensitivities are a problem that affects 3 million people in the United States alone. The body's inability to process food properly can lead to issues that affect a person's day to day life. It's important for a person's physical and mental health that any possible food intolerances are diagnosed and managed swiftly. Luckily, diagnosing a food intolerance can be easy and painless.

What is Food Sensitivity?

A food intolerance occurs when a person's body has a hard time processing a specific type of food. For instance, one of the most common intolerances is lactose intolerance, when the body cannot digest the sugars found in dairy products. Food sensitivities can greatly affect the quality of a person's life as symptoms can include

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