Elimination diet
Elimination Diet
The Elimination Diet (pronunciation: /ɪˌlɪmɪˈneɪʃən daɪət/) is a method of identifying foods that an individual cannot consume without adverse effects.
Etymology
The term "Elimination Diet" is derived from the English words "eliminate" and "diet". "Eliminate" comes from the Latin word "eliminare", which means "to banish", and "diet" comes from the Greek word "diaita", which means "way of life".
Definition
An Elimination Diet involves removing specific foods or ingredients from a person's diet because they could be causing allergic reactions or other digestive responses. These foods are later reintroduced, one at a time, while the person is monitored for symptoms.
Process
The Elimination Diet process typically involves three phases: the elimination phase, the reintroduction phase, and the maintenance phase.
- The Elimination Phase involves removing foods suspected of causing an allergic reaction or other symptoms from the diet for a period of time, typically two to three weeks.
- The Reintroduction Phase involves gradually adding back in the removed foods, one at a time, while monitoring for symptoms.
- The Maintenance Phase involves continuing with a diet that excludes the foods identified as triggers.
Related Terms
- Food Allergy: An adverse reaction to a food, mediated by the immune system.
- Food Intolerance: Difficulty digesting certain foods, not mediated by the immune system.
- Food Sensitivity: A less severe but still uncomfortable reaction to food, which may include digestive problems, migraines, or skin issues.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Elimination diet
- Wikipedia's article - Elimination diet
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