It is never a bad idea to keep a food log. Write down what you ate, brand names if you know them, and how you felt afterwards. If you start to notice a pattern, you may discover an intolerance. People can usually be exposed to an intolerable substance every once in awhile. Not in large amounts, and not consecutively.
Some important things to track in your log: food/ingredients, quantity, how it’s prepped, physical or emotional reaction immediately, reaction 30-60 minutes after ingesting, date and time, any activity after eating.
Check out blog entry Please Pass The Epi-Pen for more information on food allergies and intolerances.
Kristen is a Board Certified, 2001 graduate of the Baltimore School of Massage. She is Licensed with the Maryland State Board of Chiropractic & Massage Therapy Examiners. Areas of study include therapeutic massage and bodywork, anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, medical conditions and the clinical application of medical massage. Kristen has worked alongside physical therapists, chiropractors, massage therapists, doctors, and trained with Orthopedic Dr. Ben Benjamin. After graduation Kristen continued her education to become a certified sports nutritionist and personal trainer. She continues to help clients approach their health & wellness with a “whole body” approach. Helping people grow Healthy Inside Out. Kristen is a mother and aunt to children with varying food allergies. She is a bit of a self proclaimed "food snob" with an inner "fat girl" mentality. Her passion is to bring health, wellness, and freedom in the body to anyone who so desires. Kristen enjoys sharing her own personal insights, struggles and lifestyle alternatives after being diagnosed with Celiac Disease and Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome. Her hope is to make healthy living simple, and obtainable, to everyone. For more information on Kristen go to "about".