Children With Food Allergies Less Likely to Have Appendicitis

Appendicitis can strike at any age, and even small children can have their appendix removed very early. Often regarded as something utterly rudimental and thus unneeded, appendix can land you in hospital. Recent research has revealed that there is a link between food allergies and the risk of the condition: children who are allergic to certain foods are less likely to have it.

What You Should and Shouldn’t Eat If Allergic to Birch Pollen

If you have hay fever, the very notion of spring, which usually evokes images of blossoms and clear sky, is tainted by constant sneezing, coughing and feeling unwell. If you are allergic to birch, you should avoid certain foods, as some of them can lead to a very dangerous reaction. Conversely, there are foods that can help prevent histamine from being released in your blood stream.

Dust Mites: How to De-Bug Your House

Dust mites, which are found in abundance in almost every home, are an allergen that can cause classic allergy symptoms in both humans and animals. They inhabit every piece of dust you have in your rooms, including blankets, curtains and toys. How can one reduce their population? Read on to learn how to de-bug your house as much as possible.

Can I Be Allergic To Sunlight?

Sun allergy is something that seems to be counterintuitive: how can we be allergic to sunlight if we need it and live on a planet that is always exposed to it? However strange it may be, some people react to sunlight, and those suffering from grave forms of sun allergy even have to stay indoors and never leave the house.

New Approach to Reducing Apple Allergy Symptoms

Birch pollen allergy is widespread and common in many regions, and it is associated with cross-sensitivities, which include apples. Eating apples when birch pollen is around aggravates the symptoms and can trigger even more reactions. Austrian researchers have made an attempt to find a treatment for apple allergy, which is diagnosed in about 70% of those who are allergic to birch. As of this trial stage, the approach appears to be effective, thus introducing a way to reduce or eliminate the symptoms of this pollen-relat

Are You Allergic to Nuts?

Nut allergy is a frequent occurrence, and it may last a lifetime. There is a common opinion that those who are allergic to one particular kind should avoid eating other nut types as well. Recent studies have shown that things are not that bad.

Seasonal Allergy and the Ways to Eliminate It

Allergy is an unpredictable condition. Most of them are detected in the early childhood, but they might as well stay undetected. According to the statistics, allergies affect thirty percent of adults of the world, as well as approximately forty percent of children. The higher affection rate among children is usually explained by the weakness of the immune system. Thus, with time, allergies may disappear. However, what can you personally do for that?

10 Food Allergy Myths Exposed

Allergy is one of the most frequently diagnosed medical conditions. It is also one of the most unpredictable and underestimated. Ever since its discovery, most of the medical conditions have even been attributed to it. Due to the complexity of its character and the seriousness of its nature, you might consider that myths do not exist in the domain. Despite that it is a common belief, it is one of the most frequent deceptions.

Allergic to Mold

Mold is a fungus participating in decaying dead material. It destroys the nutrients in dead organic matter splitting them in simpler forms, which it uses for nutrition. Mold helps to get rid of dead matters from the Earth. People frequently ingest one or another form of mold. Most humans do not experience any side effects. But, some individuals have mold allergy. Allergic reactions are caused by the spores released by the molds. When mold spores enter the organism via the respiratory system, they induce allergic reac...

Mosquito Bite Allergy

Mosquitoes are among the most nagging species of insects we know. Even though a mosquito bite does not seem to be a big issue and often remains unnoticed, it can pose serious problems for some people.

Cockroach Allergy

Cockroaches invade our houses. They are unwanted guests that leave many people petrified. Cockroaches like our homes because they find there everything they need: humidity, food, optimum temperature and water. Infestation of cockroaches is a cause of food poisoning and allergies. Many people can be allergic to cockroaches because of sensitivity to the cockroach allergen. However, very often unknowingly, many individuals relate allergic reactions to common triggers like pollen, dust, etc. Cockroaches can multiply very...

How to Cure Allergies

If you suffer from an allergy, it is crucial to be careful with medications. The medicines may contain such pain relievers like Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen. In fact, such medications put extreme stress on the liver which worsens the disorder instead of relieving it. The best solution is to cleanse the digestive tract. Candida is a fungus that disturbs the immunity. As a result, excessive production of histamine takes place, inducing allergic reactions. When the digestive tract is cleaned, the immunity can function pr...

Scratchy Throat Allergies

Allergy is an inherited condition in most cases. In fact, the immunity reacts to the substances you inhale, touch or eat. Foreign substances are seen as enemies and attacked by the immune system. As a result, normal everyday life is affected. Actually, people can become allergic to anything. Pollen, dust, animal dander, and molds are common allergens. Spring is the time period when many people suffer from scratchy throat allergies. The plants and trees come back to life after the cold winters, and cause sniffling and...

Histamine Reaction

Histamine represents a compound derived from a decarboxylation of histidine. The chemical is attributed to allergic responses. Allergic reaction is triggered by the immunity in response to different harmless substances, including pollen, mites, dust, etc. The immune system recognizes those substances as potentially harmful invaders, and induces the release of antibodies to combat them. This process initiates the production of histamine, the substance provoking the inflammatory reaction of the body. Substances that may t...

Perfume Allergies

Allergy is not a very pleasant thing to have. It is a condition that occurs when our immune system gets irritated by some objects from the outside. As long as these objects are foreign it is necessary for the immune system to cope with them somehow and, therefore, allergens are produced. Allergens are meant to deal with the foreign intruders but in some people they start to fight with them, leading to the development of different symptoms that we know as signs of allergy. The thing about allergy is that it is individual...

Grass Allergy Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

Grass allergy is an allergic response occurring when an individual contacts with grass in some way. Grass pollen is responsible for triggering grass allergy. Some people have allergy to pesticides, fertilizers and insecticides used for grass care and experience allergic reactions to these substances. People generally suffer from grass allergy in summer and early spring. Grass allergy can affect people of all age groups. Causes of grass allergy Grass allergy is caused by hypersensitivity of the immunity. Pollen is ...

Allergic Reaction to Antibiotics

Antibiotics are generally used for preventing and curing infections triggered by different bacteria. Taking antibiotics for treating health disorders has become a typical way to manage diseases. Antibiotics are derived from strains of molds or bacteria. If bacteria get in the body and causes complications in its functions, and the immunity cannot fight it off, antibiotics are required to help your immune system. They destroy bacteria and prevent its growth. Remember that antibiotics can only decrease infection provok...

Basic Facts and Common Symptoms of Food Allergy

A food allergy is an abnormal reaction to food triggered by the immunity. Actually, the immunity is not responsible for food intolerance symptoms, although the symptoms might be similar to food allergy. For instance, allergy to milk differs from the inability to digest food properly because of lactose intolerance. Basically there are two ways in which food provokes physical signs. The first type is called food hypersensitivity. These responses happen when the immune system reacts unusually to proteins from particular...

Allergic Rhinitis Treatment that Really Works

Allergic Rhinitis Treatment People suffering from allergic reactions are often advised to avoid those substances which cause wheezing, runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, inflammation, hives and itching. The avoidance might work, but solely avoidance cannot be a good strategy for managing allergies. Moreover sometimes it is just impossible to avoid allergens all the time. The problem here is that if you can avoid some allergy triggers, you might develop allergy to others. In fact, avoidance is a nice strategy for ext...

Grass Allergy

Grass is not so green and nice for everyone. People with grass allergy find it extremely annoying to be in the places where grass is. Grass smell is also a great problem. While others spend time outdoors and enjoy the sun and the warmth and the nature in full, people with grass allergy cannot do the same as grass makes them feel sick. Grass allergy can develop basically at any age. However, it is very frequent in kids. There are a lot of cases of hereditary condition. It is also very frequent that this very allergy c...