Headaches And Food Allergies

Headaches and food allergies often go symbiotically. Food intolerances and sensitivities may also cause headaches. If you think the headaches you suffer is caused due to your food habits, it is primal to figure out the offender and eradicate it from your diet. It is much more common for people to suffer from intolerance or sensitivity than it is allergy. Only around three percent of the population has an actual food allergy. The most common foods that people are allergic to include eggs, wheat, milk, soy, fish, shellfish, tree nuts and peanuts.

Allergies occur when the immune system produces antibodies in response to a foreign invader called a histamine. The battle waged between the antibodies and the histamines causes the symptoms associated with an allergic reaction. These symptoms can be mild, moderate or severe. In the case of anaphylactic shock, reactions can be life threatening. The usual treatment for anaphylaxis is an injection of epinephrine. For less severe reactions such as mild itching or rash, the use of an antihistamine may prove helpful.

Of course, the best thing to do if you have food allergies is to avoid the offending food. However, sometimes in the case of sensitivity or intolerance this may not always be possible. For example, maybe you are sensitive to sulfites as many people are. Does this mean you can never again have a glass of red wine? Not usually. What it means is that a glass (or more than one) of red wine may give you a pounding headache. In the case of an alcohol induced headache the best remedy is often lots of water and some caffeine. Avoid ibuprofen and acetaminophen after drinking alcohol as serious interactions may result.

If you are having trouble with headaches and food allergies, the first thing you should do is get an examination and diagnosis from a certified allergist. If you are unable to find one on your own, ask your primary care physician for a referral. The allergist will perform a battery of tests which may include skin and blood tests to determine whether or not you even have food allergies. Once the problem has been diagnosed, treatment options can be considered and you can change your diet accordingly.

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