You will be first asked to complete a basic question sheet which will then be discussed. During the testing process you will be asked many questions relating to your symptoms, current diet and eating habits, any medication or supplements you may be taking as well as when you felt your symptoms first started.
The test itself is non-invasive and pain free and was originally devised by a German doctor in the 1960's. The equipment used is a bio-electronic analyser which measures the body's electrical resistance to certain substances. If a person is intolerant to a specific substance, the body's electrical resistance will drop, which is recognised by the machine. It is then possible to determine the severity of the intolerance.
At the end of the test you will be given a print out of what intolerances you may have, along with a detailed food alternative list which is helpful if any major food groups show as an intolerance. If an intolerance/allergy is found to be present, small dietary changes may need to be implemented for symptom improvement to occur and these will be discussed and advised on in detail at your consultation. A small information pack will also be provided for you which details some of the main points discussed.