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Food Allergy. Indoor allergens. Children allergy.

Allergies are not totally caused by season or pollen. People suffer form food allergies all year around. Many do not even know that. Peanuts allergies are the most serious. Shellfish allergies are the most common. Milk allergies are the most common in children. In average 200 people die each year from food allergy-related reaction.

Over 90% of food allergies are caused by dairy products. Food allergy is a response of the immune system to generally harmless food. The severity of food allergies can very from upset stomach to serious illness. There are samples of food, that may cause allergy: citrus fruits, peanuts, soy, eggs, wheat.

Did you know, that approximately 8% of infants and young children are allergic to food. Doctors believe, that breast feeding can reduce the risk of developing food allergy in children. New food introduction to small children should begin with cereal, and then go to fruits and vegetables. It is wise to wait several days after new food introduction to see, if there is no reaction to this particular food. It is also a good idea not to rush with new food introduction. Safe food should always be a priority. Instruct your child as early as possible to do not eat food, that triggers an allergic reaction and ask about the ingredients, never taste samples or share food. Make teachers and school nurse aware of your child allergies to food and medication.



The most typical symptoms and reaction to food: rash, eczema, diarrhea, vomiting, swelling lips or tongue, low blood pressure, dizziness. If you know, what kind of food triggers an allergic reaction , just avoid it. If you do not know, keep track of what you eat and the symptoms you have developed. It will help you to narrow down the allergens. Starting January 2008 the Food Labeling and Consumers Protection Act is in effect on American's food labels. This will prevent potentially deadly allergic reactions and will help consumers to pay attention to what they eat.

There are many common indoor allergies, that can cause allergy: dust, mold, pet's dandruff.

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