Food allergies: There is no validated test for intolerences

Andrea Mara reports on a disturbing increase in food allergies among children and talks to a leading expert in the field who warns there is no validated test for intolerences.

CHILDHOOD allergies are on the rise around the world, and Ireland is no exception.

Up to 6% of children here now have food allergies, causing symptoms such as hives, swelling, wheezing or anaphylaxis.