Afro Caribbean Food Comprehensive Intolerance Test
390 + Items
Your diet is more than just food ... it is part of your heritage, culture, and daily life. But what if the foods you love and rely on are silently affecting your health?
Following increased demand, our Clinic has developed the first-ever food intolerance test specifically designed to cater to the African community. Unlike generic tests, these specialised tests include both common food categories and African staples like Cassava, Gari, Plantain, Yam, and more.
£180.00
Per Person
Test kits will be sent out within 3 working days from receipt of payment
Key Features
Finger prick blood sample
Includes major food categories
Over 390 items tested
7 working day turnaround
How to use our
Home Blood Test Kit
About This Test
The Afro-Carribean Comprehensive Test covers more than 390 items from Basic Food Panels, Environmental factors, Animals and more:
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Over 390 Food and Non Food Items Tested
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Includes Dairy, Nuts, Gluten, Grains, Meat, Fish & More
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Cassava, Palm Oil, Yam, Plantain, Flours, Peppers & more
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Pollen, Dust, Chemicals, Soap, Liquid, Shampoo, Pets & more
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Covers Foods and Environmental Allergens
What is Tested?
In addition to the standard Comprehensive Food Intolerance Test, the Afro-Carribean Comprehensive Intolerance Test includes testing intolerances to the following items:
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Cassava
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Saltfish
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Tilapia Fish
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Stock Fish
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Cat Fish
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Black Eye Beans
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Whole Egusi Seeds
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Coco Yam
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Red Palm Oil
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Zomi Oil
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Palm Nut Soup Concentrate
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Matoki
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Yam (Yellow)
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Yam (White)
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Pounded Yam Flour
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Plantain (Green)
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Plantain (Yellow)
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Ugu Leaf
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Garden Eggs
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Okra
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Pepper (Scotch Bonnet)
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White Sweet Potato
How This Test Can Benefit African Communities
Culturally Relevant Testing
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Many tests overlook African staple foods, potentially missing sensitivities to items that are central to African diets and culture.
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By including these foods, our tests provide more meaningful results for individuals of African descent or those who consume African diets regularly.
Improved Health Outcomes
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Helping to identify intolerances to staple foods can help individuals avoid chronic symptoms such as digestive discomfort, skin issues, or fatigue that may otherwise go unexplained.
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Early identification and dietary adjustment can lead to better long-term health and quality of life.
Empowerment and Personalisation
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These tests can empower individuals to make informed dietary choices based on their unique sensitivities, rather than relying on generic exclusion diets that may not reflect their actual eating habits.
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These tests support the preservation of cultural food practices by allowing for targeted substitutions rather than broad eliminations.
Family and Community Health
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Since food intolerances can affect anyone, including children, the availability of tailored testing for Afro-Caribbean families can help address health concerns early.
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Community-wide access to relevant testing can raise awareness about food intolerance and promote proactive health management.
How to Prepare for the Test
Home Test Kit: Please ensure your finger prick blood sample is taken at least 2 hours after any food or drink intake (except water). If you are taking any prescription medication, please take your finger prick blood sample at least 3 hours after consuming your medication.
Why is it Important to get a Comprehensive test?
You want a thorough check that covers common everyday food categories
You want to see how your eating habits may be affecting your health and lifestyle
You want to check your food sensitivities
You want an easy and convenient way to check the main food risks that may be affecting you
No Additional Costs
Fast Results
Email Report
4 Simple Steps to Fast Results
Order Your Test
Choose from our exclusive range of packages and/or individual tests
Receive Your Sample
We will send you clear instructions on how to collect a sample successfully
Post Back To Us
All test kits come with a pre-paid envelope to post your sample to our laboratory.
Receive Your Results
Your results will be sent to you within 5-7 working days via email
Our Promise
We aim to return your results by email within 7 days.
We guarantee fast results, putting your mind at ease. Our reports are specially tailored to be understood by anyone and everyone. For some of our test reports we also include further information to help you understand your results better. This will enable you to actively work on your health as you will know exactly what your body needs to get better. See the improvements you can make to your health with simple lifestyle changes .... starting with testing your intolerances.
