Overview
Food allergies occur when the body’s immune system inappropriately fights against a food protein. Your body reacts by producing antibodies against the allergen, which causes a release of chemical mediators, such as histamine, from mast cells. The mediators cause various allergic symptoms, such as running nose and hives, and in extreme cases, life-threatening anaphylaxis. These symptoms usually occur from minutes to two hours after eating. With a clear history of allergic reactions toward one or more foods, food allergies can be confirmed by skin prick test and/or blood test (specific IgE). Learn more here.
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