Ntp Final Exam - Test Questions

Immune System. Describe the difference between true Allergies vs. Non-allergic hypersensitivity reactions. {Ans: A true food allergy causes an adverse and rapid immune system reaction ( producing antibodies called Immunoglobulin E (IgE) ) that affects numerous organs in the body. This reaction happens fast, as the body keeps a "memory" of the pathogens. It can cause a range of symptoms. In some cases, an allergic food reaction can be severe or life-threatening, causing anaphylactic shock. In contrast, Non-allergic hypersensitivity symptoms are generally less serious and tend to have more chronic symptoms. It may or may not elicit a histamine response. It might or might not involve IgG, IgM antibodies. A food intolerance/sensitivity response takes place in the digestive system. It occurs when you are unable to properly breakdown the food. This could be due to enzyme deficiencies, sensitivity to food additives or reactions to naturally occurring chemicals in foods. Often, people can eat small amounts of food without causing problems. [FODMAPS, oxalates, salicylates, sulfur, gluten, etc]}FE points for Blood Sugar Regulation {Ans: Adrenals: Chapman Adrenals Posterior Ilium (Short Leg) Inguinal Ligament - Adrenals Ragland's Postural Hypertension (blood pressure) -[+6+10] excellent -[0-5] fair -[-1-10] poor -[-11-20] fail -[<-20] exhaustion