Allergy & Food Intolerance Testing on the Sunshine Coast
Could Hidden Food Reactions Be Behind Your Symptoms?
Bloating, fatigue, skin flare-ups, headaches, digestive discomfort, brain fog — these are all symptoms that many people simply learn to live with, not realising that the food on their plate could be a significant contributing factor. At True Vitality on the Sunshine Coast, Sue Kira uses targeted Allergy and Food Intolerance Testing to identify exactly which foods your body is reacting to — so you can stop guessing and start feeling better.
Furthermore, identifying and addressing food reactions is often one of the most powerful and immediate steps Sue takes with clients to reduce inflammation, improve digestion and restore energy levels.
What Is the Difference Between a Food Allergy and a Food Intolerance?
Understanding the distinction between allergies and intolerances helps Sue choose the most appropriate testing approach for your individual needs.
Food Allergies
A true food allergy involves an immune system response — specifically the production of IgE antibodies — and typically produces rapid, sometimes severe reactions. Common symptoms include hives, swelling, breathing difficulties and anaphylaxis. Sue takes food allergies very seriously and works closely with your medical team where needed.
Food Intolerances
Food intolerances are far more common and often more difficult to identify because reactions can be delayed by hours or even days after eating. Consequently, many people never connect their symptoms to the foods causing them. Intolerances involve a different immune pathway — IgG antibodies — and typically produce more subtle but chronic and persistent symptoms.
Common Symptoms of Food Intolerances
Sue commonly investigates food intolerances when clients present with:
- Bloating, gas and digestive discomfort
- Irritable bowel symptoms
- Constipation or diarrhoea
- Skin conditions including eczema, psoriasis and acne
- Fatigue and low energy
- Brain fog and poor concentration
- Headaches and migraines
- Joint pain and inflammation
- Mood swings and irritability
- Nasal congestion and sinus problems
- Unexplained weight gain
Testing Options at True Vitality
Sue offers several testing options depending on your individual needs, symptoms and circumstances. Additionally, both in-clinic and remote testing options are available so Sue can support clients right across Australia.
Common food that get tested including:
- Grains — wheat, gluten, corn, rice, oats and more
- Dairy — cow’s milk, cheese, yoghurt and eggs
- Meats — beef, chicken, pork, lamb and more
- Fish and seafood — various types of fish, prawns and shellfish
- Nuts and seeds — almonds, cashews, peanuts and more
- Fruits and vegetables — a broad range of common varieties
- Other — yeast, soy, coffee, tea, chocolate and more
Comprehensive Laboratory Testing
For clients who need a more extensive investigation — including broader allergy panels or specific IgE testing — Sue also arranges comprehensive blood-based allergy and intolerance testing through specialist laboratories. Sue will recommend the most appropriate panel based on your symptoms and health history.
What Happens After Testing?
Understanding Your Results
Once Sue has your results, she goes through every finding with you in detail — explaining which foods your immune system is reacting to, how significant each reaction is and what it means for your symptoms and health.
Your Personalised Elimination and Reintroduction Plan
Sue then develops a tailored dietary plan based specifically on your results. This typically involves:
- Removing reactive foods — particularly those showing the strongest reactions — for a defined period to allow the gut and immune system to settle
- Supporting gut healing — using targeted nutritional and herbal medicine to address any underlying gut inflammation or permeability contributing to reactions
- Gradual reintroduction — systematically reintroducing foods over time to determine your ongoing tolerance levels
- Addressing underlying causes — because food intolerances are frequently a symptom of deeper gut health issues, Sue addresses the root cause alongside the dietary changes
Monitoring Your Progress
Sue monitors your progress closely and adjusts your plan as needed. Many clients notice significant improvements in their symptoms within just a few weeks of removing their trigger foods.
Who Should Consider Allergy and Intolerance Testing?
Sue recommends allergy and intolerance testing for clients who:
- Experience persistent digestive symptoms without a clear explanation
- Have ongoing skin conditions that haven’t responded to standard treatment
- Suffer from regular headaches or migraines
- Feel chronically fatigued despite adequate sleep
- Experience mood swings, brain fog or poor concentration
- Have been diagnosed with IBS, IBD or leaky gut
- Suspect certain foods are affecting them but aren’t sure which ones
- Want a thorough, evidence-based starting point for an elimination diet
What Our Clients Say
“I’d had IBS for years and just accepted it as my normal. Sue’s food intolerance test showed I was reacting strongly to gluten and dairy. Within three weeks of removing them my digestion was completely transformed. I couldn’t believe the difference.” — A.B., Sunshine Coast ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“My son had eczema from a young age and nothing we tried helped. Sue identified several food intolerances and within a month of changing his diet his skin had almost completely cleared. It was such a relief.” — N.K., Buderim ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I’d been getting migraines two or three times a week for years. Sue’s testing showed I was reacting to yeast and certain fruits. Removing them reduced my migraines dramatically — I only wish I’d done it sooner.” — H.W., Maroochydore ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐