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What Is A Fish Allergy?
Fish allergy is your immune system’s overreaction to the proteins found in fish. Reactions can range from mild to severe and in some cases, it can cause life-threatening anaphylaxis. Fish is one of the most common foods to be allergic to in the UK, particularly among... More...
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When And How Can Soya Allergy Occur?
Soya is derived from soya beans (a member of the legume family) and is used in many kinds of manufactured foods. This can make it difficult to avoid, so being aware and educated is the best course of action. [big]Soya allergy is not as common in British babies and children... More...
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Top 10... Reasons To Try A Vegan Diet
You've heard the news stories - apparently there's no better way to help save our planet than by ditching the steak and eating more plant-based foods. Here's 10 very good reasons why adopting some aspects of a vegan lifestyle might just do you the world of good... ... More...
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How Can I Minimise The Symptoms Of My Soya Allergy?
How carefully you avoid soya will depend on the nature of your allergy. Some people have to avoid soya products altogether, while others can tolerate a trace. You must talk to your doctor to work out what’s right for you. Some people are able to eat small amounts of soya... More...
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What Is A Tree Nut Allergy?
Tree nut allergy is your immune system’s overreaction to the proteins found in tree nuts. Reactions can vary from mild to extremely severe and in some cases, it can cause life-threatening anaphylaxis. Tree nuts, like peanuts, are one of the more common foods to be allergic to in the UK,... More...
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Going Vegetarian And Staying Healthy
Vegetarians do not eat meat or fish, so they must ensure they are achieving a balanced diet. These are four of the main nutrients that vegetarians must take special care to include in their diets. Protein Pulses, eggs, soya, nuts, seeds, milk and dairy products are all excellent sources... More...
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Milk Substitutes And Eating Out
Your use of milk when you’re cooking depends on whether you have an immediate or delayed allergy, and the type and severity of reactions you’ve had in the past. Some people may be able to use small amounts, while others must find milk substitutes. Home Cooking As milk is... More...
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What Are Fish Found In?
On the whole, fish are used as the main component of a dish. This makes it a little easier to avoid than other allergens like wheat and milk. Just because you have a fish allergy it doesn’t mean you can’t eat shellfish, as long as your allergy test had a... More...
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Who Does Peanut Allergy Effect?
Babies And Children Like most food allergies, peanut allergy almost always starts during the first three years of life. It tends to affect children who have suffered with eczema in early infancy and have a family history of allergies, such as hay fever or asthma. Statistically, around 20 per cent... More...
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What Happens To Your Body If You're Allergic To Celery?
There are two ways you can become allergic to celery. The first and most common way is called Oral Allergy Syndrome. This is the result of an allergy to tree or plant pollen, which is the cause of hay fever. The protein found in some pollens such as birch... More...


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