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Food intolerance
A non-immune reaction to food, usually involving digestion (gas, bloating, diarrhea). Lactose intolerance is the most common. Distinct from allergy: intolerance is uncomfortable, not life-threatening, and dose-dependent — many tolerate small amounts.
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Miriel uses this concept across food scans, meal plans, and AI Coach responses where it is relevant to a child's profile. For the underlying clinical and scientific basis, see the research page.