The Complete Guide to Food Sensitivity Testing in the UK (2025)
📌 Table of Contents
- What Are Food Sensitivities?
- Symptoms Linked to Hidden Food Sensitivities
- Why IgG Food Sensitivity Testing Matters
- Food Allergy vs Food Sensitivity vs Intolerance
- How Examine Me’s FoodPrint® Test Works
- Who Should Take This Test?
- Research-Backed Benefits of Testing
- Which Food Sensitivity Test Is Right for You?
- Real-World Results: A Case Study
- Get Started Today
What Are Food Sensitivities?
Food sensitivities are delayed immune reactions triggered when your body produces IgG antibodies in response to specific foods. Unlike food allergies (IgE), which are immediate and often severe, sensitivities build up over time and can lead to chronic inflammation.
Many people suffer from food sensitivity symptoms daily — without realising the cause. That’s because IgG reactions are delayed by 24 to 72 hours, making it incredibly difficult to connect your lunch on Monday to your migraine on Wednesday.
Symptoms Linked to Hidden Food Sensitivities
Food sensitivities often go undiagnosed because they mimic other conditions. You might chalk your symptoms up to stress, poor sleep, or even aging. But the real cause could be immune-triggering foods in your daily diet.
🧠 Neurological & Mental Symptoms
- Brain fog
- Headaches or migraines
- Poor concentration
- Anxiety or mood swings
🌿 Digestive Issues
- Bloating
- Diarrhoea or constipation
- Abdominal cramps
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
🦴 Systemic Symptoms
- Joint pain
- Chronic fatigue
- Skin rashes, eczema, or acne
- Water retention
Why IgG Food Sensitivity Testing Matters
At Examine Me, we focus on scientifically validated, clinically reviewed testing to empower people with personal data.
Unlike elimination diets or guesswork, our FoodPrint® IgG testing helps you:
✅ Identify exact food triggers
✅ Understand delayed-onset immune responses
✅ Optimise digestion, energy, mood, and skin
✅ Personalise your nutrition — the future of preventive care
Food Allergy vs Food Sensitivity vs Intolerance
| Criteria | Food Allergy (IgE) | Food Sensitivity (IgG) | Food Intolerance |
| Immune Response | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Reaction Time | Within 2 hours | 24–72 hours | 30 minutes to 2 hours |
| Severity | Life-threatening | Chronic & disruptive | Mild to moderate |
| Common Symptoms | Hives, swelling | Bloating, fatigue | Gas, cramps, discomfort |
| Examples | Peanuts, shellfish | Wheat, dairy, eggs | Lactose, histamine |
How Examine Me’s FoodPrint® Test Works
We’ve designed the process to be quick, painless, and clear:
- 🛒 Order Your Kit — Choose from 3 tailored test panels
- 🩸 Take Your Sample — Finger-prick test from home
- 📬 Post It Back — Free return envelope included
- 📥 Get Digital Results — Reviewed by UK GPs in 10–12 days
- 🥗 Start Your Personal Diet Plan — With professional guidance
All our tests are CE-marked, clinically validated, and processed in certified labs.
Who Should Take This Test?
This test is ideal for anyone experiencing:
🔹 Chronic bloating or digestive discomfort
🔹 Migraine-like headaches
🔹 Constant fatigue
🔹 Skin flare-ups or eczema
🔹 IBS with unclear triggers
🔹 Mood or energy dips after eating
It’s also popular among:
- Health-conscious professionals
- Biohackers and high-performance individuals
- Parents of children with suspected sensitivities
- Functional medicine and wellness practitioners
Research-Backed Benefits of Testing
🔬 Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2021
“An IgG-guided elimination diet significantly reduced IBS and bloating symptoms.”
🧠 Headache Journal, 2013
“Patients with migraines and IBS showed measurable improvement with food sensitivity testing.”
🧬 Ongoing studies link IgG-mediated inflammation with:
- Autoimmune flare-ups
- Skin disorders
- Gut permeability (“leaky gut”)
- Mood and neurological regulation
Which Food Sensitivity Test Is Right for You?
| Test Option | What It Covers | Best For |
| FoodPrint 200+ | 220+ markers: dairy, grains, meats, nuts | Anyone seeking complete coverage |
| Vegetarian 160+ | Eggs, dairy, grains — excludes meat | Plant-forward eaters |
| Vegan 150+ | Plant-based foods, seeds, legumes, soy | 100% vegan individuals |
💡 All tests come with:
- Pre-paid return post
- Digital results
- Optional GP consultation
Real-World Results: A Case Study
One Examine Me client — a 35-year-old male — came to us with:
- Constant brain fog
- Daily bloating
- Joint aches post-meals
We discovered:
- 78% IgG sensitivity to rice
- 50% to potatoes
After just 3 weeks of elimination, symptoms dramatically reduced. Energy, clarity, and digestion improved.
Get Started Today
You deserve to feel energised, clear-headed, and symptom-free.
Stop guessing. Start testing.
➡️ [Order your Food Sensitivity Test now]
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