Food Intolerance 101: It’s Not in Your Head—It’s in Your Gut

Written By Angela Andrews, MD

Does milk make you gassy—or does broccoli bloat you up like a balloon?
You may not be allergic—just intolerant. Food intolerances are digestive issues, not immune reactions, and they’re more common than you think.

🥛 Examples of common food intolerances:

  • Lactose (milk sugar)

  • Fructose (found in fruits, honey)

  • FODMAPs (in onions, beans, garlic)

  • Histamines (in aged cheeses, wine)

  • Gluten (in non-celiac sensitivity)

💬 Typical symptoms:

  • Bloating, gas, or abdominal cramping

  • Loose stools or constipation

  • Reflux or nausea

  • Brain fog or fatigue

  • Headaches

💡 Unlike allergies, intolerances are often dose-dependent, meaning you might tolerate small amounts with or without enzyme support.

Angela Andrews, MD
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