If someone is allergic to a certain food, then this food needs to be avoided at all times. Although this might sound simple, many of the common food allergens are hidden in other ingredients. It is critical for people with food allergies to become experts at reading food labels. The FDA ...
Food allergies often begin in children aged 2 years or younger. A family history of a food allergy increases the risk. You are more likely to have food allergies if you also have eczema, hay fever, or asthma.What are the most common food allergies?
For children, the most common food allergies are for milk, eggs, and peanuts. For adults, the most common food allergies are for fruits, nuts, fish, and shellfish. Is it food allergy or intolerance? Do you need to take allergy medications every day for them to work?
eating the same food day in, day out can bore pets as well—and food intolerance issues. Those wanting to go the at-home cooking route should keep a few things in mind. Not all recipes are created equal. Just because it’s online or in a book, it could fall short, or be unsafe f...
When food products contain nuts, milk, or other substances that a large population is allergic to, it must be made clear on the labels. This makes it easier for people with food allergies to remain informed about what they are digesting and avoid allergic reactions, which can be lethal. ...
The most common reasons for a food recall are errors in the packaging process, microbiological contamination, errors in labeling...
Allergies In rare cases, ALA supplements can cause allergic reaction, the side effects of which often include swelling, itching, and hives. Most of these reactions are mild, but they can be life-threatening if they impact a person’s airways. Anyone who suspects that he or she is suffering...
Of the pets that do have food allergies, the most common allergens are proteins, including those from chicken, beef, eggs, dairy, lamb, soy, or wheat. But, pets may be allergic to any food ingredient—so it’s important to find a diet they do well with. ...
Atopic dermatitis can appear on the face (especially in infants), hands, feet or in the creases and folds of the skin. Dry, scaly and itchy skin are the norm, and constant scratching may lead to a thickened area. While eczema often occurs in people with allergies, allergies do not cause...
In the second article in our series on nutrition, Judy Buttriss explains the science behind the most common food allergies and intolerances A casual glance through the tabloid press and weekend supplements could easily leave you thinking that we have a major food allergy epidemic ...