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Food Sensitivity Testing
Unlike immediate reactions to food allergies, food sensitivities can wreck havoc in the system, causing such well known sues as congestion, headache, joint aches, fatigue name a few. Food sensitivities can occur over a 24 to 72 hour period and raise insulin levels, thereby disrupting the delicate balance of hormonal influence in the body. Ideally, an elimination diet would help to determine which foods we are most sensitive too. However, these diets can be difficult, not to mention the fact that it is challenging to reintroduce foods one at a time in order to gauge any reactions. Additionally, there are dozens of foods to which someone might have a sensitivity.
A blood test that measures IgG response (by marking increased antibody response) is a great way to avoid the challenges of a food elimination diet, and to properly identify the offending foods (or herbs, or chemicals). ALCAT has been testing food sensitivities r 20 years and is the first FDA approved method of testing. Through this program we will test 100 different foods including gluten and dairy. We'll identify these food sensitivities, talk about the importance of eating based on an individual's own blood chemistry, and work through diets that are personalized and appropriate for reach person, based on individual results. This is also a great jumpstart for anyone who wants to lose weight.
Example of Classes:
Session One: THURSDAY, MARCH 4TH
- Explanation of what food sensitivities can do to the body you
- Explanation of details of program-getting started
- Start on a modified elimination diet until results come back
- Review of best food choices (glycemic index, organic, etc)
- Insurance options and process
Session Two: THURSDAY, MARCH 25TH
- Start on individualized programs
- Review diet options and menus specific to gluten -free, dairy-free etc
- Review rotation diet
- Explanation of helpful supplements (TBD)
Costs:
- ALCAT: $220.00- paid directly to ALCAT labs
(THIS IS MY PROFESSIONAL FEE-NORMALLY THIS TEST COSTS $350.00!!)
- Lab draw fee: $16.00
- Class Fee: $80.00
- Total: $316.00
- Supplements: recommended as needed and are optional
Location: 208 Post Road West, Westport, CT 06880. Dr. O'Connell's Office. 203-454-0044
| Susan is a licensed Nutritionist, a member of the American College of Nutrition. She writes for DLife, an online site for people with diabetes, and was an associate researcher for Jonny Bowden's latest books: The Most Effective Natural Cures and 150 Healthiest Meals. Susan is also certified in Shapedown, a child and adolescent obesity-counseling program. Above all, Susan is passionate about helping her clients reach their nutrition goals. |
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