إكتشف األطعمة التي يمكن بتجنبها أن تغير حياتك لألفضل

What foods could be stopping you achieving good health? إكتشف األطعمة التي يمكن بتجنبها أن تغير حياتك لألفضل The Food Intolerance Test تحليل عدم التحمل الغذائي

1 INDEX Page Nr. 2 3 4 5-6 7 8 9-10 11 Title Food intolerance explained Do you suffer from any of the following? How can this test help? Foods included in the FoodPrint 220+ panel Foods included in the FoodPrint 60 panel How can I do the test? Frequently Asked Questions Survey Results www.foodprintarabia.com Read online version FPA-2017-FB5

2 Food intolerance explained (Food Allergy Type III) It has long been known that consumption of certain foods can have profound effects on the physical and mental health of susceptible individuals. This is even more evident in today s world with the huge variety of processed foods we now consume. Recent work by Atkinson and co-workers has identified that food-specific antibodies (produced by the body s immune system) and symptoms of food intolerance are closely linked. Food intolerance is associated with a wide range of unpleasant symptoms and many chronic conditions. Unlike food allergies, food intolerance is unlikely to be life threatening. Less than 2% of the population suffers from food allergies; however, up to 45% of the population is estimated to suffer from some form of food intolerance. Symptoms often occur some time after the food has been eaten and it can be difficult to identify the food or foods which cause the symptoms. For example, the milk or bread eaten one day could be the cause of joint pains three days later. Some food-related symptoms may be caused by enzyme deficiency or chemical sensitivity, while in others an immune response may be involved. Many food intolerances are associated with an inappropriate immune response to a particular food or foods. While the causes of food intolerance are not fully understood, inadequate digestion, dysbiosis, candidiasis, parasites, intestinal infections, a poorly balanced diet, alcohol consumption, or the effects of drugs and medications may play a role. Production of antibodies is one of the ways in which the body s immune system reacts to substances that adversely affect it. In normal circumstances, these antibodies combine with proteins in the food to form complexes, which are then eliminated by the immune system. However, if the immune system is overwhelmed or over-worked, then complexes can accumulate in places such as joints or the digestive tract to produce symptoms of food intolerance. Symptoms can appear up to three days after eating the offending or reactive food and can last for weeks. Therefore, it can be very difficult to pin-point which foods could be causing the symptoms. In the investigation of food intolerance, it can be helpful to assess the level of food antibodies in a blood specimen. A diet that eliminates the problem foods will often be enough to prevent the onset of symptoms. Identifying these foods is the difficult part. Your FoodPrint Test, however, is the first step in this process. A raised level of food antibodies is not a problem in itself, but can help to identify those foods which are the most likely candidates. Where your test shows an elevated level of antibodies to a specific food, you should eliminate it completely from your diet for a period of at least 3 months. When the symptoms subside, the eliminated foods can be reintroduced one by one and the effects monitored. Avoiding the foods that have been identified as positive in your FoodPrint Test may reduce your symptoms.

3 Do you suffer from any of the following? Gastrointestinal abdominal bloating, cramping, excessive wind, water retention, Irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, diarrhoea, colic, vomiting, nausea Central Nervous System migraine, headache, impaired concentration, mood and behavioural changes, autism, depression, anxiety, fatigue, dizziness and hyperactivity Musculoskeletal arthritis, joint pain, aching muscles and weakness, fibromyalgia Respiratory asthma, rhinitis, sinusitis, wheezing Dermatalogical urticaria, atopic dermatitis, eczema, acne, psoriasis, itchy skin and other rashes Others weight gain, weight loss, glue ear, infertility

4 How can this test help? After you have taken the FoodPrint test you will receive a patient pack which contains your test results as well as Patient Support Guide. With the information you obtain from your FoodPrint test results, you can make some changes to your eating patterns. If your test shows any positive reactions it means that you have an elevated antibody reaction to that particular food and the simple act of removing them from your diet can completely change your life. Reactions for foods can be mild, moderate or strong (as it showen in the report) and it is advisable to eliminate those foods which have shown a moderate or strong reaction from your diet for 3 months. If you have a lot of positive reactions you may find it too challenging to remove all these foods at once, so you may find it easier to: a) Avoid the foods to which you have shown a moderate or strong reaction and b) Rotate those foods showing a mild reaction Use your Patient Support Guide which is included in your Patient pack for information and guidance on how to safely remove your trigger foods and substitute them for alternative ones. If you need further help or have any queries please visit www.foodprintarabia.com to contact our Nutritionist who can advise you. Some people feel slightly worse when they eliminate a food, and whilst it can be difficult to give up certain foods you need to persevere. Substitute your trigger foods with foods which have not shown a reaction (some ideas for food substitutes can be found in your Patient Support Guide). Trying out new foods will increase the variety of nutrients in your diet, help stop cravings and add to the pleasure of eating. The majority of people find their symptoms reduce within one to three months after cutting out the foods to which they have shown an antibody reaction.

Foods included in the 220+ panel Dairy & Eggs Alpha-Lactalbumin, Buffalo Milk, Cow s Milk, Egg Yolk, Sheep s Milk, Beta-Lactoglobulin, Casein, Egg White, Goat s Milk Fruits Apple, Cranberry, Lime, Papaya, Redcurrant, Apricot, Date, Lychee, Peach, Rhubarb, Avocado, Fig, Mango, Pear, Strawberry, Banana, Grape, Melon, Pineapple, Tangerine, Blackberry, Grapefruit, Mulberry, Plum, Watermelon, Blackcurrant, Guava, Nectarine, Pomegranate, Blueberry, Kiwi, Olive, Raisin, Cherry, Lemon, Orange, Raspberry Fish & Seafood Anchovy, Crab, Monkfish, Salmon, Swordfish, Barnacle, Cuttlefish, Mussel, Sardine, Trout, Bass, Eel, Octopus, Scallop, Tuna, Carp, Haddock, Oyster, Sea Bream, Turbot, Caviar, Hake, Perch, Shrimp, Prawn, Winkle, Clam, Herring, Pike, Sole, Cockle, Lobster, Plaice, Squid, Cod, Mackerel, Razor Clam Herbs & Spices Aniseed, Coriander, Ginseng, Nutmeg, Sage, Basil, Cumin, Hops, Parsley, Tarragon, Bayleaf, Curry, Liquorice, Peppercorns (B/W), Thyme, Camomile, Dill, Marjoram, Peppermint, Vanilla, Cayenne, Garlic, Mint, Red Chili, Cinnamon, Ginkgo, Mustard Seed, Rosemary, Clove, Ginger, Nettle, Saffron 5

Grains Amaranth, Couscous, Millet, Rye Flour, Wheat, Barley, Durum Wheat, Oat, Spelt, Wheat Bran, Buckwheat, Gliadin, Polenta, Tapioca, Corn (Maize), Malt, Rice Meat Beef, Horse, Ox, Quail, Veal, Chicken, Lamb, Partridge, Rabbit, Venison, Duck, Ostrich, Pork, Turkey, Wild Boar Vegetables Artichoke, Brussel Sprout, Chicory, Peppers (Mixed), Sweet Potato, Asparagus, Cabbage, Cucumber, Potato, Tomato, Aubergine, Cabbage (Red), Fennel, Quinoa, Turnip, Bean (Broad), Caper, Leek, Radish, Watercress, Bean (Green), Carrot, Lentil, Rocket, Yuca, Bean (Red Kidney), Cauliflower, Lettuce, Shallot, Bean (White Haricot), Celery, Marrow, Soya Bean, Beetroot, Chard, Onion, Spinach, Broccoli, Chickpea, Pea, Squash Nuts & Seeds Almond, Coconut, Macadamia Nut, Pistachio, Sunflower Seed, Brazil Nut, Flax Seed, Peanut, Rapeseed, Tiger Nut, Cashew Nut, Hazelnut, Pine Nut, Sesame Seed, Walnut Miscellaneous Agar Agar, Carob, Coffee Mushroom, Transglutaminase Aloe Vera, Chestnut, Cola Nut, Tea (Black), Yeast (Bakers), Cane Sugar, Cocoa Bean, Honey, Tea (Green), Yeast (Brewer s) 6

7 Foods included in the 60 panel Cereals Nuts & Beans Meats Fish Vegetables Fruits Other

8 How can I do the test? The Foodprint IgG antibody test is a simple fingerprick test that can be done quickly within the clinic setting. It uses state of the art technology which allows more than 220 foods to be rapidly analysed from just one drop of blood. There is no fasting required prior to the test. The test is suitable from 2 year s of age. 1 Make an appointment with your health practitioner or local clinic 2 3 Your practitioner or clinc will take a single drop of blood from your finger. Make the recommended changes to your diet using the Patient Support Guide and monitor your symptoms. If you have tested positive to any foods we recommend that you seek dietary advice from your health practitioner, dietician or nutritionist. If you need further help making these changes visit our website. Your practitioner or clinic will receive the results of your test, and you will be given the following: A Patient Pack containing a report that shows which foods have given a positive reaction. Patient Support Guide which will inform you how to make changes to your diet by avoiding these foods, substituting with suitable nutritious alternatives and how to re-introduce them safely into your diet to avoid further intolerances developing.

Frequently Asked Questions Is gluten-free the same as wheat-free? Why is gliadin tested separately to gluten? I have been avoiding foods for several months/years. Will this affect my results? Do I need to have a re-test after a few months? 9

Why do I react against a food that I have never eaten? What if I don t experience any improvement at all? If cows milk is elevated does this mean I am lactose intolerant? Is it possible to be affected by foods that are not detected by the foodprint test? 10

11 Survey Results An independent survey audit by University of York on behalf of Allergy UK found that 75% of respondents who were suffering with a specific medical issue reported a significant improvement within 20 days of eliminating the foods highlighted by a food intolerance test. Of those, 91% reported a return of symptoms upon reintroducing the foods. The results from the survey can be found in the table below and show the % of people who reported moderate to strong improvement in their symptoms.