Protein Allergies?

Question

I read somewhere that there is something like a protein allergy.. has anyone ever had the same problem? see ever time i eat anything with protein... i become nauseated, diaherra (gross I know) and makes me feel like i need to get some tums or something.. like having a flu and your body is trying to fight it ? Could maybe i have a protein allergy? is it real?

Answer 1

Actually ALL allergic reactions are caused by proteins. Allergy is a chronic defect in the immune system. It cannot be cured,it can only be controlled. What happens in an allergic reaction is that the person's body mis-identifies otherwise harmless and benign proteins as enemy germ invaders. It calls the immune system into action against things that aren't there. The immune system creates IgE and the resulting histimine can cause any number of reactions from itchy, red, watery eyes to sneezing, wheezing, coughing, runny nose, stuffy nose, hives, rash, eczema, or anaphylatic shock. The most common household allergens are proteins found in the dust mite body and its feces, the cockroach, cat and dog saliva and urine. Many molds contain proteins that are mididentified (that is why so many are allergic to penicillen). "Hayfever" is an allergic reaction to the proteins in pollen (most commonly from trees and grasses.) Also, where foods are concerned common allergies are tree nuts, peanuts, shellfish, eggs, and chicken. So you see, all allergies relate to protein. Now in your case, I suggest you contact an immunologist or allergist who can do a series of tests to determine exactly which proteins cause you a problem. Once you identify these proteins, then you can eliminate them from your diet and you will feel much better. The only other thing to consider is if when you prefer to "protein" you are talking about foods with a lot of fat. If fatty foods cause you nausea or diarrhea, then you might want to have your gallbladder function checked. Especially if you are overweight or in your 40s or above. Either way, get yourself to a professional and get some help so you can start feeling better soon. Good luck

Answer 2

I saw something like that on the Discovery Channel once. It was a little boy whose body couldn't process proteins and he was so close to dying before they figured out what the problem was. He was seen by tons of doctors and in different hospitals before something did blood work to figure it out. It wasn't an allergy, it was some disease. Now the kid is healthy and everythnig, but he has to live on a liquid diet that the doctors made up for him.

Answer 3

I am allergic to chicken and turkey; that is probably a protein allergy. However, other kinds of meat do not bother me.

Answer 4

You may have a lack of stomach acid to digest protein.Try taking hydrocloric acid with pepsin after you eat a meal,this replaces stomach acid.