67.1k views
4 votes
What is the difference between a food allergy and a food intolerance?

User Bonswouar
by
7.8k points

1 Answer

1 vote

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

A food allergy affects the immune system. even small amounts of food can cause a range of symptoms such as trouble breathing or closing of throat even a rash.food intolerance affects the gut or your digestive system, and can cause diarrhea ,gas, bloating or cramps.

User Nhu Trinh
by
7.9k points
Welcome to QAmmunity.org, where you can ask questions and receive answers from other members of our community.