Dangerous goods, abbreviated DG, are substances that when transported are a risk to health, safety, property or the environment. Certain dangerous goods that pose risks even when not being transported are known as hazardous materials. Hazardous materials are often subject to chemical regulations. Wha...
14 Major Food Allergens - Erudus explains what these common allergens are, which foods contain them and what to look for on the label.
How are allergies diagnosed?Your healthcare provider will ask about your signs and symptoms. The provider will ask which allergens you have been exposed to and if you have ever had other allergic reactions. The provider may look in your nose, ears, or throat. You may need additional testing...
An allergen is any substance that triggers the production by the human immune system of a special antibody called Immunoglobulin E—IgE for short. IgE is one of five types of antibodies that we all make—IgG, IgM, IgA, IgD, and IgE. IgE is the antibody that responds to those materials ...
Allergies can come in various forms, from environmental allergens like pollen to bee stings, medications, and much more. Food allergies are also common, with the 9 most common food allergies including: Milk(usually cow’s milk, but it can also be other mammal milk like goat’s milk, etc....
How is the cause of angioedema diagnosed?Your healthcare provider will examine you and ask about your symptoms. Your provider may also ask about your family medical history, medicines you take, and foods you eat. Tell your provider about any recent trauma, stress, or contact with allergens. ...
Many people assume natural chemicals are better or safer than synthetic ones. But that’s not always true. Some of the most toxic chemicals on Earth come from nature. And sometimes using a synthetic option could conserve natural resources or avoid naturally occurring allergens. Natural vs. synthet...
In many parts of the world people still cook with coal, wood, or dung which just like tobacco, releases dangerous smoke particles into the home which can trigger allergens and cause illness. In the Western world, you are unlikely to cook with wood or dung, but you still have the risk fr...
You get allergies when your immune system responds to substances such as pollen, pet dander, or certain foods. Your antibodies identify these allergens as bad for you, even though they're not. How common are they? Nearly 18 million adults in the United States have hay fever, or allergic rh...
It’s not just a coincidence that the 8 most common food allergens are protein-rich(2): Milk Eggs Fish Crustacean shellfish Tree nuts Peanuts Wheat Soybeans Many within these categories are also foods high in lectins. Is that just a coincidence, or does their presence plays a part in symp...