During winter, cold weather and shorter days drive us to stay inside for the most part. Due to the cold, plants die in this season, and you’re less likely to be exposed to grass, weed, and tree pollen which are the major causes of allergies in summer, spring, and fall. Because you’ll be spending more […]
Hay fever (or allergic rhinitis) is a condition that results in cold-like symptoms. Hay fever is a prevalent issue; in England alone, it affects over 10 million people{1}. Even though you can have hay fever at any age, it often develops during childhood and adolescence. It is also common for boys to suffer hay fever […]
Food allergies were once only diagnosable through the process of elimination. Now, rather than avoiding certain foods in the hope of preventing a reaction, advanced testing has given us a more reliable insight into what could be triggering a dangerous physical response. But with so many different options available in helping to diagnose allergies, what […]
Wheat is a common ingredient found in many foods from bread and pasta to cereal and even sauces. If you suspect you have a wheat intolerance or wheat allergy, you need to be careful to avoid it or you risk developing nasty symptoms. But how do you know if you have a food sensitivity? At […]
Allergies are incredibly common and occur when a person’s immune system reacts to a particular food or substance. Living with an allergy can be quite troublesome, and severe reactions can result in serious consequences. However, the most worrying thing for some is that they may not be aware of the allergies they have, or at […]
2020 is a really challenging year! During this time, we have learned that the human race is not invincible, saw dramatic changes in our day-to-day life and struggle with the difference between covid-19 and allergies. Strict restrictions including lockdowns, social distancing measurements, self-isolation solution were put in place around the world to try and stop […]
Allergies are immune system reactions to a particular food or substance. Studies suggest they affect around 20% of the UK population and range from a mild inconvenience to life-threatening illnesses. People can be allergic to all sort of things, and these can range from foods, dust mites, pollens or even animal hair. Unlike food intolerances, […]
