For many years I have had what I considered to be IBS and recently the symptoms had worsened. I not only was suffering bloating and pain I began to have dumping syndrome after eating. My partner suggested food allergy testing and after researching he suggested the York Test. The test was simple and the results returned within a week. I discovered I had a very high intolerance to milk - the whey and casein part. The nutritionist Naomi was extremely helpful and listened to all my symptoms and suggested eliminating dairy products for 3 months as well as suggesting digestive enzymes as I have had gall bladder surgery in the past.
I love milk, butter, yoghurt and cheese and this was initially a big challenge for me. There are a lot of dairy free products to choose from and I have discovered some I like. However after a week all my ‘ IBS’ symptoms stopped and I am half way through my elimination period. I wish I had discovered this intolerance much sooner and recommend anyone experiencing digestive issues to take a test.