"Sqwertz" > wrote in message
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> On Mon, 16 Apr 2012 19:24:59 -0600, Pennyaline wrote:
>
>> Just in case anyone was unclear about this:
>>
>> http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/lifesty...rcent.html.csp
>
> Specifically:
>
> "Hair is made up of a protein, keratin, that can be analyzed to
> determine its mineral content. That data can be used to find out if
> the body is lacking in certain minerals, but it can¢t tell you whether
> you have food intolerances, allergist Lee Freund wrote in The Complete
> Idiot¢s Guide to Food Allergies. Double-blind studies haven¢t shown
> any diagnostic value for this test."
>
> Do you have a copy of that book, Julie? That's what you need is a
> down to earth guide and stop relying on junk science and fictional
> testimonials. Live your life based on facts, not bullshit.

No, I don't have that book. Why would I have that book? I don't have any
food allergies. Allergists frequently don't believe in food intolerances.
I am currently reading some books by Mark Hyman, M.D. and yeah I know
someone will make something of the name. He believes in food intolerances.

I just know that I had the hair test done. I changed my diet based on the
test results. My nasal/sinus issues cleared up. My bowel issues cleared
up. And I lost 8 pounds. Just from changing my diet. I can wear my
wedding ring again. My hands are no longer swollen.

I don't care what anyone here says. I know my reality. And that's all that
matters to me. Note that I did not tell *anyone* here to get their hair
tested. Or to eat a certain thing. Or not eat a certain thing. I just do
what works for me.