What are “hidden food allergies,” and do they actually exist?
In Part 1 of this three-part series, Dr. Doug Jones is joined by allergists Dr. Farah Khan and Dr. Tom Chacko to break down the food allergy journey—from the first reaction to an accurate diagnosis. The conversation tackles common myths, social media misinformation, and the overuse of non-validated food tests.
You’ll learn:
When food allergy testing is appropriate
Why IgG “food sensitivity” tests aren’t evidence-based
How skin tests and IgE blood tests should (and shouldn’t) be used
Why allergy numbers don’t predict reaction severity
A must-listen for patients, parents, and clinicians looking for clarity over hype.
Connect with Dr. Doug:• Clinical care (GAIN): [myimmunenetwork.com](https://myimmunenetwork.com/)• Speaking & education: [drdougjones.com](https://drdougjones.com/)
Information
- Show
- FrequencyUpdated Weekly
- PublishedJanuary 7, 2026 at 7:00 AM UTC
- Length25 min
- Season1
- Episode25
- RatingClean
