Food and environmental sensitivities can be confusing, particularly when symptoms such as digestive discomfort, congestion or skin irritation are recurring or difficult to explain.
At The Boughton Clinic, we offer alternative wellness consultations for people who would like to explore possible patterns in their symptoms and discuss lifestyle and wellbeing approaches that may support their overall health.
Food allergies and food intolerances are not the same thing.
A food allergy involves an immune-system reaction to a particular food and can sometimes cause serious or potentially life-threatening symptoms. If you suspect you have a food allergy, it is important to seek advice from a qualified healthcare professional rather than relying on complementary therapies or wellness screening.
A food intolerance or sensitivity may be associated with symptoms such as bloating, abdominal discomfort, changes in bowel habits or indigestion. These symptoms can have many possible causes, so they should not automatically be attributed to a particular food.
We can discuss your individual experiences and wellbeing goals and, where appropriate, suggest that you seek further assessment from your GP or another suitably qualified healthcare professional.
Some people report symptoms when exposed to environmental factors such as pollen, dust or other substances. Symptoms including a runny or blocked nose, sneezing and sinus discomfort can have a number of causes, including allergies, infections and other conditions.
Our consultations are intended as a complementary wellbeing service and are not a substitute for medical diagnosis, allergy testing or treatment.
Homeopathic remedies may be discussed as part of an alternative wellbeing consultation, according to your individual preferences.
Homeopathy should not be used as a replacement for evidence-based medical care, prescribed medication, allergy testing or emergency treatment. We do not claim that homeopathy can cure allergies, desensitise the immune system, or prevent allergic reactions.
If you have a diagnosed allergy, particularly one associated with severe reactions, please continue to follow the advice and treatment plan provided by your healthcare professional.
Food can affect everyone differently. Some people experience bloating, digestive discomfort or changes in bowel habits after eating particular foods, while others may experience symptoms associated with a food allergy. Understanding the difference between a food allergy and a food intolerance is important, as they involve different processes and require different approaches. (nhs.uk)
At The Boughton Clinic, we offer bio-energetic stress screening with the Asyra Pro as an alternative wellness service for people who would like to explore their individual wellbeing alongside appropriate medical care.
The Asyra Pro is a non-invasive system that records changes in skin resistance while a person holds two hand probes. The system compares these responses with digital test signatures and provides information that can be discussed with a practitioner. The manufacturer states that the Asyra Pro is not a diagnostic device, so screening results should not be regarded as confirmation of a food allergy, food intolerance or sensitivity. (asyra.co.uk)
Instead, we use the screening as an optional part of a broader, personalised wellbeing consultation. The information generated can provide an additional starting point for discussion about your experiences with particular foods, your lifestyle and your general wellbeing.
If you notice that you regularly feel unwell after eating certain foods, keeping a food and symptom diary can be useful when discussing your concerns with a healthcare professional. NHS guidance notes that food intolerance can cause symptoms including bloating, diarrhoea and stomach pain, while food allergy can cause symptoms such as hives, swelling, breathing difficulties or digestive symptoms. (nhs.uk)
During your consultation at The Boughton Clinic, we can discuss your individual experiences and consider areas such as nutrition, lifestyle, digestion and general wellbeing. An Asyra screening may then be incorporated into this conversation as a complementary source of information.
The purpose is not to diagnose an allergy or determine that a particular food is medically unsafe for you. Instead, the screening is used to support an individualised wellbeing discussion and help you consider which areas you may wish to explore further.
Bio-energetic stress screening should complement, rather than replace, appropriate medical assessment. If you suspect that you or your child has a food allergy, NHS guidance recommends speaking with a GP, who may arrange appropriate allergy testing or referral to a specialist. (nhs.uk)
Do not rely on bio-energetic screening to determine whether a food is safe to eat, particularly where you have experienced symptoms such as swelling, wheezing or difficulty breathing.
At The Boughton Clinic, our approach is centred on listening to your individual concerns and providing a personalised complementary wellbeing consultation. Asyra screening is one optional tool within that process, providing information for discussion rather than a medical diagnosis or substitute for conventional allergy care.