I am 65, post menopausal and have developed what I think are seasonal allergies. However, everyday is a nightmare in several areas of my life. My eyes itch and burn all the time. I rarely wear makeup and usually have to by more because the old one has expired.

I have gained about 20 lbs in the last 6 months and can not attribute it to overeating or calorie/fat high foods.

I was on Weight Watcher for 3 months and actually gained 2 lbs by the end of that time.

I am beginning to hate myself and find I may have a low level of depression because of these issues.

Personal physician has not been terribly helpful. Should I see an allergist or try some things, like gluten free, on my own.

Thanks S K LAwler

When I was in my early 20’s I was tested on the skin and told I had a lot of food sensitivity and should avoid the foods if they bother me. I recently went to an allergist and requested him to test me for food allergies, knowing I have several environmental allergies. He told me there was no need to test me and that he didn’t think I knew what I was talking about and the symptoms are common with a lot of people but are not allergies or sensitivities.

People in my family have food allergies that developed later in like like glutin, wheat, etc. How do I get a doctor to test me?

I have read the book on Your Hidden Food Allergies Are Making You Fat. My PCP and even my allergist tell me they have no idea of what this book is talking about with the type of test it tells you to get, ALCAT test.

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Help, I live in the southwest burbs of the Chicagoland area.

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I recently started with food allergies. What can i do to remove or make them better.

Middle aged women who has borderline hyperthyroidism on medication. I cannot lose weight. I am vegetarian/vegan and try hard to eat right with no success on the weight issue. Any suggestions?