Food Intolerance Testing in Glasgow

The Food Intolerance Test

How is the food intolerance test carried out?
The food intolerance test is carried out with a Vega testing machine. This is a simple electrical device which measures your response to a wide range of food and drinks. It is a non-invasive procedure which means that there are no needles involved.

To receive the test you simply hold a metal rod in one hand as the end of your finger is gently probed with a metal stylus, which looks a bit like a ball point pen.

"Further to my consultation with you in January I wanted to thank you for your help and advice. My symptoms have improved amazingly and I've never felt better. At our discussion, I told you changes to my diet normally only worked for a week or 2 max, hence I've left it so long to write to you. However, the advice you've given me is still working and I am hopeful this will continue in the longer term. Thanks again for all your help."

How much does the food intolerance test cost?
The test costs £40. This includes the consultation. Payment should be in cash. I also accept Willow Trading gift vouchers.

What is included in the food intolerance test?
There are a wide range of foods, drinks and additives tested - 82 altogether.
The test includes the most common :

grains

dairy products

meat, fish and eggs

fruits and vegetables

peas and beans (not peanuts)

alcoholic drinks and beverages

yeasts and sugars

food additives

environmental substances

"I should say that the symptoms I had when I came to see you went almost immediately on changing my diet and I am feeling great."
Do you include advice on nutrition and supplementation?
The appointment includes a detailed consultation during which I shall ask you about your health and your diet and fluid intake.

The reason for this is that although the test is very helpful at pin-pointing which foods are causing a problem usually things are a little more complex.

By looking at your health and diet in detail I can, as a nutritional therapist, offer you additional advice and recommendations which will help support the dietary changes that you will make.

How long does it take to get the results?
You'll receive the results of the food intolerance test immediately together with recommendations for any dietary changes and vitamin and mineral supplementation that would be helpful to you.

"Now I know what foods to avoid to have the most energy.
I hadn't realised that I felt so tired because of what I was eating."
What happens after the taking the food intolerance test?
It is necessary to cut the highlighted foods out of your diet for a few weeks before re-introducing them and paying close attention to the affects immediately after eating and over the next couple of days.

Then you should get a very clear picture of how those foods were affecting you.

Is there anyone who can't take the test?
It is not recommended for anyone who has a pacemaker.

Children can be tested but they need to be able to sit fairly still during the test which takes about 15 minutes. The youngest child I have tested successfully was 5 years old.

To make an appointment for a Food Intolerance Test in Glasgow
please contact Caroline Tyler on 07889 179 504.
Appointments can also be made by email