What to know about nightshade allergies

Nightshade species include potatoes, eggplant, and peppers. Nightshade allergies are rare but can be severe.

What are the symptoms of citrus allergy?

Among the rarest allergies is a reaction to citrus fruits. Symptoms, which include tingling, redness, and swelling, tend to affect areas that have come into contact with fruit or juice, and some people have airborne allergies. We describe the range of treatments

Can you have a garlic allergy?

A garlic allergy is rare, but it is possible. In this article, we look at the symptoms of a true allergy, which include sneezing, dizziness, and in severe cases, anaphylaxis. We also describe the milder symptoms of a garlic intolerance

Peanut allergies may soon be treated with a vaccine

After 2 decades of research, scientists have now developed an anti-allergic vaccine, which they have just successfully tested in mice.

What is a yeast allergy?

Yeast allergies are common and can range from mild to severe. How is this allergy diagnosed, and what foods should be avoided

New genetic risk factors for peanut and food allergy identified

A new study finds that the gene EMSY is linked to a raised risk of peanut and food allergy, and that five other loci may also be involved.

The 10 best food allergy apps

Do you experience food allergies? We have selected the top 10 food allergy apps to help you navigate the foods that are safe to eat and the ones to avoid.

Researchers find link between food allergies and childhood anxiety

Researchers at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health and Albert Einstein College of Medicine studied the link between food allergy and childhood anxiety and depression among a sample…

High-fiber diet alters gut bacteria to protect against food allergy

A high-fiber diet rich in vitamin A may lower the risk of food allergy, suggest researchers who found that it protected against peanut allergy in mice.

Probiotic formula may hold key to cow’s milk allergy

Studies show that children with a cow’s milk allergy may benefit from probiotic treatment, and that food allergy may be related to structural differences in gut bacteria.

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