Symptoms Of Food Allergies

Dealing with Headaches and Food Allergies

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 01:02:03 -0500

Headaches and food allergies often go symbiotically. Food intolerances and sensitivities may also cause headaches. If you think the headaches you suffer is caused due to your food habits, it is primal to figure out the offender and eradicate it from your diet. It is much more common for people to suffer from intolerance or sensitivity than it is allergy. Only around three percent of the population has an actual food allergy. The most common foods that people are allergic to include eggs, wheat, milk, soy, fish, shellfish, tree nuts and peanuts. Tags: Headaches And Food Allergies

Understanding Yellow Food Dye Allergy

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 01:02:03 -0500

The yellow food dye allergy is one among the issues that got quite a bit of attention recently. This yellow dye is called tartrazine and/or Yellow FD&C No. 5. . Though most colorants used in foods are measured safe by the FDA, this one has been shown to cause adverse reactions like hives and itching in a small percent of the population. The dyes and colorants used in foods and other products must be listed on the label according to U.S. law. Because of this it is very easy to determine whether or not a product contains this yellow dye. Tags: Yellow Food Dye Allergies

What Parents Should Know About Baby Food Allergies

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 01:02:03 -0500

Unlike the usual food allergies, the baby food allergies are odd among children and adults, but they do occur now and again. The parents should be well known about the symptoms these allergies that affect their baby. If a substance is ingested that the immune system deems a threat, antibodies are produced to attack the offending substance. The attack is what causes the symptoms of an allergic reaction. These symptoms may be mild, moderate or severe. Tags: Baby Food Allergies

Food Additives and Allergies

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 01:02:03 -0500

Food additives have a certain connection with allergies. Any substance added with food product to augment it in some way is termed as food additive. It is generally used to add color, texture or extend the shelf life of the food. Many consumers would be shocked to learn just how many different additives there are. They include things like acids, anticaking agents, food dyes, emulsifiers, humectants, preservatives, stabilizers, sweeteners, thickening agents and many more. Unless specified otherwise, most processed and packaged foods contain additives. Tags: Food Additives And Allergies

What You Should Know About Peanut Allergy in Children

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 01:02:03 -0500

The most common treatment for allergic reaction to peanuts is an injection of epinephrine (adrenaline.) Parents who know their children have peanut allergies should always have epinephrine syringes at the ready. There should be a kit on each floor of your home, in your vehicle, and in the nurses office of your child's school. Making others aware of your child's allergy is extremely important. Inform the school about your child's allergy. You should also inform any friends, parents of friends or other people your child spends time with. Anyone your child spends time with sh... Tags: Peanut Allergy In Children