The Wellness Scoop Christmas Menus, Intolerance Tests and the Wellness Trends to Ignore
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Dec 4, 2025 The hosts dive into food intolerance tests, revealing why IgG tests can be misleading. They discuss the importance of proper diagnoses and the risks of unnecessary dietary restrictions. Listeners get tips for a festive summer Christmas menu packed with tarts and nut roasts. There's a debate on meal frequency and its actual effects on digestion, alongside insights on omega-3 importance. Plus, they highlight the pitfalls of restrictive diets and unregulated health influencers, bringing clarity to everyday wellness amidst the holiday chaos.
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Discovery Of Hu Kitchen Inspired Ella
- Ella recalls discovering Hu Kitchen in New York in 2014 and being amazed by clean, tasty products without additives.
- The brand inspired her belief that good ingredients can make great-tasting on-the-go food.
Don’t Rely On IgG Intolerance Tests
- Avoid commercial IgG food-intolerance tests because they are not diagnostic and often misleading.
- Use validated tests (e.g., lactose hydrogen or GP referral) or a supervised elimination and reintroduction plan instead.
Test Lactose Properly Or Do A Supervised Elimination
- If you suspect dairy issues, test for lactose (lactase deficiency) via validated GP tests or try a supervised 2–4 week elimination then reintroduction.
