When Dr. Mehmet Oz hosted a segment on his TV show in February about counterfeit extra-virgin olive oil, he was mad.
Food Allergy
Food Allergies May Limit Growth
Children with food allergies have been found to have lower weight and height than their non-allergic counterparts.
Roundup: AAAAI 2013 Coverage
A list of some of the most fascinating findings from this year’s meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.
What Causes Your Reaction to Alcohol?
Not all alcohol and wine reactions are an allergy. Learn what is, and what’s ‘allergy-like’ or related to asthma or… Read more »
Scientist Discovers Big Clue in Wine Allergy Reactions
Glycoproteins, which have similarities to big allergens like latex, ragweed and kiwi, may be the key culprit behind wine allergies.
Water Purifying Chemical Linked to Food Allergy
Exposure to high levels of a chemical used in chlorinating water may increase the risk of food allergy.
Prison Allergy Death Sparks Investigation
Update January 2013: Many Allergic Living readers expressed concern about the death in prison of Michael Saffioti, a Washington State… Read more »
Spice Allergy: On the Rise and Difficult to Spot
Allergies to spices are difficult to detect and on the rise, says allergist Sami Bahna.
Majority Not Carrying An Auto-Injector for Allergy
An alarming 63 percent of adults at risk of anaphylaxis do not always carry an auto-injector with them.
Alarming Lack of Allergy Vigilance With Babies: Study
Researchers have found a high rate of allergic reactions in infants, with some being babies being “knowingly” fed an allergen.