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Food intolerance: a community survey.

M L Burr, T G Merrett

    The British Journal of Nutrition
    |March 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Food intolerance affects a notable portion of the population, with women reporting symptoms more frequently than men. Research indicates that common food intolerance is unlikely to be caused by a typical allergic reaction.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Immunology
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Food intolerance is a growing public health concern.
    • Understanding the prevalence and potential causes of food intolerance is crucial for effective management.
    • Distinguishing between food intolerance and food allergy is important for diagnosis and treatment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the prevalence of food intolerance in a general population.
    • To explore potential triggers and symptoms associated with food intolerance.
    • To assess the role of immunoglobulin E (IgE) in food intolerance.

    Main Methods:

    • A questionnaire was administered to a random sample of adults in South Wales.
    • Data on self-reported adverse food reactions, symptoms, and demographics were collected.

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  • Plasma IgE levels were measured in a subset of women reporting symptoms.

    • Main Results:

    • Nearly a quarter of women and 19% of men reported adverse food reactions.
    • Non-abdominal symptoms were reported by 10% of women and 4% of men.
    • Women with major symptoms had significantly lower plasma IgE levels compared to others.

    Conclusions:

    • Food intolerance is prevalent in the general population, particularly among women.
    • The study suggests that common food intolerance is unlikely to be mediated by IgE-related allergic mechanisms.
    • Further research is needed to elucidate the underlying pathophysiology of food intolerance.