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August 29, 2025

Food Sensitivity Complete Panel: The Most Comprehensive Test for Hidden Triggers

The Food Sensitivity Complete Panel measures IgA, IgG, and complement responses to 209 foods and additives. Discover how it differs from Profile 1 and 2, who should choose it, and how results guide treatment to reduce inflammation and heal the gut.

Food Sensitivity Complete Panel: The Most Comprehensive Test for Hidden Triggers

Food Sensitivity Complete Panel: A Comprehensive Guide

Introduction

Food sensitivities are a hidden driver of inflammation. Unlike food allergies, which cause immediate IgE-mediated reactions, sensitivities trigger delayed IgA and IgG immune responses that can take hours or days to appear. Because of this delay, many patients live with chronic symptoms—digestive issues, brain fog, skin conditions, joint pain—without realizing their food is the culprit.

The Food Sensitivity Complete Panel is the most comprehensive option available, measuring immune reactivity to 209 foods, spices, additives, and environmental compounds. It’s ideal for patients who want the clearest, most actionable roadmap for diet and gut healing.

What Is the Food Sensitivity Complete Panel?

This is an advanced blood test (serum or dried blood spot) that evaluates:

  • IgA – mucosal immune response in the gut.

  • IgG – systemic delayed immune response.

  • Complement (C3d, IgG4 in some cases) – identifies clinically significant reactions.

What It Measures

The Complete Panel expands on Profiles 1 and 2 by testing 209 markers, covering:

  • Dairy: casein, whey, cow’s milk, goat’s milk, sheep’s milk, buffalo milk, kefir, yoghurt, cheddar.

  • Meat & Fish: beef, chicken, lamb, pork, turkey, duck, rabbit, veal, salmon, tuna, trout, shellfish, mollusks.

  • Grains: gluten-containing (wheat, barley, rye, oats, spelt, couscous) and gluten-free (rice, millet, quinoa, buckwheat, amaranth, cassava, arrowroot, tapioca).

  • Legumes: beans, peas, soy, peanuts, lentils.

  • Nuts & Seeds: almonds, cashews, pecans, pistachios, hazelnuts, Brazil nuts, flaxseed, chia, hemp.

  • Fruits & Vegetables: a wide range from apples, citrus, and berries to root vegetables, crucifers, and nightshades.

  • Spices & Herbs: cumin, turmeric, black pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg, jalapeño, parsley.

  • Miscellaneous: coffee, tea (green, black, oolong), cocoa, yeast, hops, cane sugar, molasses.

  • Additives & Preservatives: artificial dyes (Red #40, Yellow #5, etc.), gums (xanthan, guar, carrageenan), emulsifiers, MSG, preservatives (BHA, BHT, sodium benzoate).

  • Environmental Toxins: glyphosate, fluoride, nickel, titanium dioxide, BPA.

This broad range ensures that both obvious and hidden triggers are uncovered.

How the Complete Differs from Profiles 1 and 2

  • Profile 1: 96 foods – core panel.

  • Profile 2: 84 foods – alternative coverage with some less common proteins and grains.

  • Complete: 209 foods and additives – the full spectrum, including environmental chemicals and food additives.

If Profiles 1 and 2 are starting points, the Complete is the gold standard—capturing virtually every food group plus modern additives that influence immune reactivity.

Who Should Get the Complete Panel?

The Complete is recommended for:

  • Patients with chronic, unexplained symptoms: bloating, fatigue, brain fog, rashes, migraines.

  • Those with autoimmune conditions (Hashimoto’s, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, IBD).

  • People who already tried elimination diets or smaller panels but still have symptoms.

  • Patients with suspected additive or environmental sensitivities (MSG, artificial colors, preservatives, fluoride, nickel, etc.).

  • Anyone wanting a one-and-done food sensitivity map rather than multiple tests.

Common Symptoms Food Sensitivities Can Cause

According to the Complete Panel overview:

  • Digestive distress (bloating, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain).

  • Brain fog, fatigue, mood changes.

  • Skin issues (eczema, acne, psoriasis, redness).

  • Respiratory irritation (cough, wheeze, asthma-like symptoms).

  • Joint stiffness and pain.

  • Allergy-like symptoms without clear allergy diagnosis.

Because symptoms are delayed, most patients can’t pinpoint the culprit without testing.

How Results Are Reported

Reports use a color-coded system:

  • Green: in control (≤10).

  • Yellow: moderate reactivity (10.1–20).

  • Red: high reactivity (>20).

Patients also receive commentary on hidden sources (e.g., milk proteins in sauces, food dyes in candies, gums in processed foods).

Benefits of the Complete Panel

  1. Most comprehensive coverage (209 markers) – foods, additives, toxins.

  2. Eliminates guesswork – no need for trial-and-error diets.

  3. Uncovers hidden triggers – food dyes, MSG, gums, pesticides, and metals.

  4. Improves patient compliance – clear report makes diet changes manageable.

  5. Supports better outcomes – lowering immune burden improves gut, skin, energy, and autoimmune balance.

Treatment Protocol with the Complete Panel

1. Elimination (8–12 weeks)

  • Remove all red- and yellow-zone foods.

  • Replace with nutrient-rich, green-zone foods.

  • Begin gut-healing support:

    • BPC-157 – mucosal repair.

    • KPV – inflammation control.

    • Curcumin Complex – systemic anti-inflammatory.

    • Omega 1300 – reduces cytokines and supports cell membranes.

2. Detox & Microbiome Support

  • Address additives, preservatives, and metals with detox protocols.

  • Add probiotics, prebiotics, and digestive enzymes.

  • Consider binders (activated charcoal, modified citrus pectin) if environmental toxins are high.

3. Reintroduction

  • After gut healing, reintroduce moderate (yellow) foods slowly, one at a time.

  • Monitor symptoms in a food diary.

4. Maintenance

  • Build a long-term personalized nutrition plan.

  • Retest annually if symptoms persist.

Clinical Outcomes Patients Experience

Patients completing the Complete Panel often report:

  • Resolution of IBS symptoms (bloating, diarrhea, constipation).

  • Improved mental clarity and energy.

  • Clearer skin and reduced flare-ups of eczema or acne.

  • Reduced migraines and headaches.

  • Better autoimmune stability (fewer flares, lower inflammation).

  • Weight management support due to reduced inflammation and cravings.

Conclusion

The Food Sensitivity Complete Panel is the most thorough test available, analyzing 209 foods, additives, preservatives, and environmental compounds. It’s ideal for patients with chronic, unexplained issues—or those who want the most comprehensive roadmap to food-based healing.

By combining elimination, gut-healing peptides, detox protocols, and guided reintroduction, patients can finally take control of their health, reduce inflammation, and achieve lasting wellness.

If Profiles 1 and 2 are the starting steps, the Complete is the final word in food sensitivity testing.