Unlock the Secret – How to Discover If You Suffer From a Yeast Allergy
Many food allergies can cause a reaction within minutes of consuming or inhaling in the allergen. Other food allergies can take up to several hours to show up and a yeast allergy is no different as people can react in different ways within different time frames. Most mild to moderate reactions last less than 24 hours and can involve a simple rash of the skin, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, runny nose, watery eyes, wheezing and coughing. Many of these can be symptoms for all different types of allergic reactions and therefore it is important to determine exactly what you are allergic to. A person is able to determine if they are allergic to yeast by having a scratch test done.
The process involves putting a sample of the allergen on the skin and scratching it and then there is a waiting period to see if there is any type of reaction.
Another method to test for an allergy to yeast is to have the person avoid anything containing yeast for several weeks. This method can prove to be very difficult because yeast protein is often hidden in other foods. Following the two week period, a Dr. will then have you eat only yeast under close supervision. If symptoms appear after the period of abstinence, it is a safe bet that you are allergic to yeast and will need to avoid anything that has contains yeast on the ingredients label, as well as anything that is made in a facility that also processes yeast items.
William G Cook M.D. 1983 published a book called The Yeast Connection. In his book he claims that by using antibiotics to eliminate germs in humans would also kill needed germs which help to maintain homeostasis. Yeast produces toxins that weaken the immune system. Diets rich in carbohydrates and yeasts, birth control pills, cortisone, and other drugs can stimulate yeast growth. He believes that to correct the problem, he prescribed allergenic extracts, anti-fungal drugs, vitamins and mineral supplements, and diets that avoid refined carbohydrates, processed foods, and fruits and milk.
If you are allergic to yeast then you need to be sure to avoid bread and other baked goods, drinking ale, beer, red or white wine, sherry, and vermouth. All alcoholic beverages will contain yeast to some extent. If you have an allergy to yeast, then alcohol is also off limits. It is also important to remember that reaction can vary and become either worse or better overtime.
It is important to discuss with your Dr. any concerns you have about an allergic reaction to yeast.