Food allergy News

Management of food allergies requires strict avoidance of the allergen and readiness to treat accidental exposures, often with antihistamines and epinephrine auto-injectors. 

The disease affects approximately one in every 2,000 adults, but it is more common in children (1 in every 1,500), where symptoms can be more difficult to diagnose.

The study found that the disease is caused by Interleukin-18 (IL-18), a protein involved in the innate immune response that can cause inflammation if produced in excess. 

Children with a food allergy were also more likely to have reduced lung function The growth of infants with food allergies should be monitored, researchers said Vigilance is necessary as poorly controlled asthma is a risk factor for severe food-induced allergic reactions and anaphylaxis, say experts

The study reveals that children exposed to indoor dogs and cats, there was a significantly reduced incidence of food allergies. 

Kids with food allergies face tough time with peers It's a world wide concern

Are you using baby wipes for your infant? If yes, then stop doing so because a new study has found that baby wipes increase the risk of developing life-threatening food allergies in children.

According to parents' responses to a standardised interview, 58 per cent of children screened positive for at least one mental disorder.   

The findings showed that children with a food allergy had a significantly higher prevalence of childhood anxiety.

At present, the most accurate way to diagnose a possible food allergy is an oral food challenge.

A new study has found that feeding eggs and peanuts early to children at a young age can reduce the risk of developing food allergy.

 A probiotic formula when given to infants who developed intolerance to cow's milk has reversed the food allergy by increasing gut bacteria associated with good health, new research shows.