Study guide Flashcards
1
Q
What is the difference between a food allergy and a food intolerance
A
Food allergy - abnormal response of the immune system to an otherwise harmless food
food intolerance - abnormal response of the digestive system to a carbohydrate-based food
2
Q
What is anaphylaxis, what parts of the body are involved?
A
life threatening allergic reaction involving many parts of the body. A drop in blood pressure that can result in shock
respiratory, cardiovascular, mouth.
