Skip to main content

food allergy

Key Differences Between a Food Allergy and Food Intolerance
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Key Differences Between a Food Allergy and Food Intolerance

People use the terms “food intolerance” and “food allergies” interchangeably at times, but they’re not the same thing – one can be unpleasant, while the other can actually be life-threatening. Let’s take a closer look at 12 differences between the two.

Read More about Key Differences Between a Food Allergy and Food Intolerance

6 min read

Are You Sure You Have a Food Allergy?
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Are You Sure You Have a Food Allergy?

Aside from the most common food allergies that are often quickly and easily diagnosed—like peanuts, tree nuts, milk, and eggs—there are a lot of symptoms that may seem like allergic reactions but aren’t. Instead, they could be caused by a mild to severe medical condition or disease that requires treatment and lifestyle changes to manage.

Read More about Are You Sure You Have a Food Allergy?

7 min read