Food allergies represent a significant public health concern, affecting millions of people worldwide, with highest prevalence in developed countries. Food allergies occur when the immune system reacts ...

Ethnic cuisines can contain a variety of unexpected allergens. April 10, 2009— -- Global cuisines can be a delicious way to experience different cultures. Part of the fun is seeing how different ...

It used to be that the only way for people with food allergies to prevent a serious allergic reaction (like anaphylaxis) was to avoid that food completely. Unfortunately, even when a person does their ...

An in-depth analysis in the United States, covering 2002 to 2023, reveals that biological contamination and allergens are the leading causes of food recalls. The study, recently published in the ...

Around one in seven cases of life-threatening allergic reactions seem to be caused by foods not typically labelled as potential allergens on a product's packaging, prompting researchers to argue ...

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. If Kim Nickols eats dairy, peanuts or wheat, her blood pressure drops and she loses consciousness. When Amy Lewis ...

While there’s no cure for food allergies, some medications like antihistamines, adrenaline, and omalizumab can help manage symptoms and prevent serious reactions. There’s no cure for food allergies.

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