Almost 6 million U.S. children under the age of 18 have food allergies, says a new study. Peanuts, milk and shellfish are found to be the most common culprits.
Food Allergy
The Buzz About Allergy to Marijuana
There have long been tales of marijuana causing reactions. Now a Canadian allergist has confirmed that the weed is indeed… Read more »
Allergy Moms on Quality of Life
We asked parents on Allergic Living‘s Facebook page how their child’s allergies have affected their quality of life – for… Read more »
Milk Allergic Kids Found Peanut Sensitive
Food allergy was a hot topic of research conversation at the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Clinical Immunology conference… Read more »
Expert Advice for ‘The Allergy Talk’
Advice from leading experts on how to speak to food allergic children about the risks and precautions – without instilling… Read more »
Lung Transplant Transfers Food Allergy
Soon after receiving a double lung transplant, a Toronto woman had four anaphylactic reactions. Turns out the donor had a peanut allergy.
Nut Allergic Boy Has Close Call
A 7-year-old nut allergic boy suffered two heart attacks and one respiratory arrest after eating chocolate from a substitute teacher.
Shea Butter Likely Safe for Tree Nut Allergies
New study shows products containing the fat derived from the shea nut are probably safe to use by those with tree nut allergies.
Peanut Vaccine Shows Promise
While use of allergy shots is common, researchers had previously found they were too dangerous to use in peanut allergy. Until now.
Family Food Feud: Relatives and Allergies
When relatives don’t believe a food allergy is real, it’s a recipe for quarrels and broken bonds.