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I Don’t Think Anyone Has Asked This Before But Is There One Antihistamine (besides Benedryl) That Seems To Work Best For Food Allergies?

By A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member 11 answers

I'm New Here, But Does Anyone Else Think It Would Be Nice To Have The Option Of Having A Corn Allergy Group On Here?

By A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member 10 answers

Do You Follow A Specific Diet To Help With Food Allergies?

By A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member 17 answers

I Have Garlic Allergies, Are There Others With The Same Problem?

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What's A Common Misconception About Food Allergy?

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San Francisco, CA
A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member

I think it is a common mistake to think that people care what you eat. We as allery sufferers always feel self conscious about what we can't eat and sometimes feel we offend people by saying no thanx… read more

July 23

I Would Like To Seek Insight On My Lab Results For My Suspected Milk Allergy.

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Florida City, FL

I started having gastrointestinal issues after consuming dairy in 2017, at the time I was postpartum and it was easier to just cut out dairy then to fight with my symptoms. However throughout the years I have grown frustrated with the idea that before 2017 I was fine, what changed? Why me? Is questions I grapple with, seeking answers I have taken blood work and these are my results through (Phone number can only be seen by MyFoodAllergyTeam users)

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A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member

An allergy is a reaction to a certain proteien molecule. I have been told by my docter that allergy can develop over time with regular exposure. Something triggers the immune reaction and everytime… read more

July 23

Are There Many Here Who Have Been Diagnosed As Not Allergic To Food, But Allergic To Mold Within Food?

A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Delray Beach, FL
A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member

It qualifies as a food allergy. There is no difference.

July 23

I Am Alergic To Spicy Food. My Family Loves Spicy Food. I Just Cannot ,

A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Astana
A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member

If I remember correctly it's 178mg per 100g of food

September 26

I Need A Histamine Food List

A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Cincinnati, IA

I have MAST CELL disease

A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member

Hi MomGray. Welcome to the group. I have Mast Cell Activation Syndrome. Got the diagnosis last August 2023. I look things up online a lot. I plan my menus based on what I can eat. There are… read more

May 4

What Tips Would You Share To Help With Seasonal Allergies?

A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member asked a question 💭
San Francisco, CA
A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member

I tried the honey thing and it almost killed me. I’ve never been stung by a bee but my pollen allergies are severe. I’m allergic to dandelions, they are just weeds (am I correct? Same with chamomile?)… read more

September 24

How Do I Protect Myself And Stop House Dust Mite Allergies

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Leicester, england
A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member

I learned to wash all bedding in hot water to kill dust mites.

October 2

Could You Share Any Dietary Changes And Tips That Have Helped With Food Allergies?

A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member asked a question 💭
San Francisco, CA
A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member

Some times get hives or upset stomach

September 24

Why Am I Allergic To Almost Everything I Eat?

A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Indianapolis, IN
A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member

Possible zinc deficiency?? Need to get GImapping testing done.

April 14

Why Am I Allergic To Some Nuts, But Not All Nuts? I Can Eat Peanuts, Cashews, Almonds, Pistachios, Macadamia . No To All Others.

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Beckley, WV
A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member

do you know what class your allergies fall in? I have some that are class 1 or 2. I met with my allergist yesterday and she said dont worry about class 1 or 2 but stay away from 3 and up. I will stay… read more

March 30
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