Food Sensitivities
In Phoenix, AZ

Gluten, Dairy, Eggs, and Coffee.

Here are three common signs of food sensitivities: 1. Digestive Issues: Bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, or stomach cramps after eating certain foods are often signs of a food sensitivity. Unlike food allergies, these reactions are typically delayed and can occur hours or even days after consumption. 2. Headaches or Migraines: Frequent headaches or migraines, especially after eating specific foods, can indicate a food sensitivity. Common triggers include processed foods, dairy, or foods containing additives like MSG. 3. Skin Problems: Skin reactions such as eczema, rashes, or acne can be linked to food sensitivities. These symptoms may flare up after consuming certain foods, particularly dairy, gluten, or artificial additives. Identifying and addressing food sensitivities often involves an elimination diet or functional medicine testing.

Ignoring food sensitivities can have significant long-term effects on your health, as the body’s immune system continues to respond to offending foods, leading to chronic inflammation and more serious health issues over time. Immune Response to Food Sensitivities When you have a food sensitivity, your immune system mistakenly identifies certain proteins in food as harmful invaders. This triggers an immune response, releasing antibodies (such as IgG or IgA) that lead to inflammation. Unlike an immediate food allergy (IgE response), food sensitivities can cause delayed symptoms that may appear hours or even days after consuming the food. Chronic Inflammation Over time, the immune system’s repeated reaction to the same offending foods can result in chronic, low-grade inflammation throughout the body. This ongoing inflammation can weaken the gut lining, a condition known as intestinal permeability or leaky gut. When the gut becomes permeable, undigested food particles and toxins leak into the bloodstream, prompting further immune reactions and inflammation. This process is linked to a variety of chronic conditions, such as:
• Autoimmune diseases: Continued immune activation may increase the risk of developing autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and Hashimotos thyroiditis. In these conditions, the immune system begins attacking the body’s own tissues.
• Digestive disorders: Ignoring food sensitivities can worsen or contribute to conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis due to persistent gut inflammation. Risk of Cancer Chronic inflammation is a well-known risk factor for cancer development. When inflammation persists over time, it can damage healthy cells and DNA, promoting mutations and increasing the risk of cancer in the affected tissues. Specifically:
• Gut-related cancers: Continuous inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract due to untreated food sensitivities can contribute to cancers of the colon, rectum, or stomach.
• Systemic impact: Chronic systemic inflammation also raises the risk of developing cancers in other parts of the body, as the immune system becomes dysregulated and less effective at identifying and eliminating cancerous cells. By addressing food sensitivities early through proper testing and dietary changes, such as those we offer at TriMotus using Cyrex Labs, you can reduce inflammation, protect your immune system, and lower your long-term risk of serious conditions like autoimmune diseases and cancer.

At TriMotus, we use advanced blood testing to assess food sensitivities, and we partner with Cyrex Labs, one of the most respected laboratories in this field. Cyrex Labs specializes in identifying immune responses to foods and environmental triggers. Unlike standard allergy tests, which primarily detect immediate allergic reactions, Cyrex Labs tests for delayed immune responses (IgG and IgA) that can contribute to chronic symptoms like digestive issues, headaches, and skin conditions. Cyrex is considered a top-tier laboratory because they offer highly specific and accurate tests that analyze how the immune system reacts to multiple components of foods. Their advanced methodology looks at cross-reactivity and molecular mimicry, which helps identify hidden sensitivities that might be missed by conventional testing. This precision makes Cyrex Labs a leader in functional medicine testing, ensuring we get the most reliable results to help patients achieve optimal health.

While over-the-counter (OTC) medicines can provide temporary relief from symptoms of food sensitivities—such as digestive discomfort, headaches, or inflammation—they do not address the root cause of the issue. Antihistamines, antacids, NSAIDs, and digestive enzymes may ease symptoms like heartburn, pain, or bloating, but they only offer short-term relief and can sometimes worsen gut health over time. Relying on OTC medications can mask underlying inflammation and immune responses, allowing the problem to persist or even escalate into more serious conditions. To truly resolve food sensitivities, it’s essential to identify and eliminate trigger foods through proper testing and dietary changes. At TriMotus, we focus on pinpointing food sensitivities with advanced testing from Cyrex Labs, offering personalized solutions to target the cause, not just the symptoms.