#Allergic reaction to antibiotic residues in foods? You may have to watch what your fruits and veggies eatpeople with food allergies always have to watch what they eat.
Now they may have to watch what their fruits and vegetables eat as it seems it's possible to have an allergic reaction to antibiotic residues in food.
An article published in the September issue of Annals of Allergy Asthma and Immunology the scientific publication of the American College of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) examines the case of a 10 year-old girl who had an anaphylactic (severely allergic reaction after eating blueberry pie.
Although she had a medical history of asthma and seasonal allergies and known anaphylaxis to penicillin and cow's milk she wasn't known to be allergic to any of the ingredients in the pie.
After weeks of testing on both the young girl and a sample of the pie the article authors decided that what had caused the reaction was contaminated a streptomycin blueberry.
Streptomycin in addition to being used a drug to fight disease is used also as a pesticide in fruit to combat the growth of bacteria fungi and algae.
As far as we know this is the first report that links an allergic reaction to fruits treated with antibiotic pesticides said allergist Anne Des Roches MDFRCP lead study author.
This is a very rare allergic reaction said allergist James Sublett MD ACAAI president-elect. Nevertheless it's something allergists need to be aware of
Anyone who is at risk for a life-threatening allergic reaction should always carry epinephrine. They also need to know how to use their epinephrine in an emergency situation.
The above story is provided based on materials by American College of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI.
#New gluten-free ingredient may cause allergic reaction, expert warnsa popular new ingredient in gluten-free products could be causing an allergic reaction according to a Kansas State university food safety specialist.
Lupin a legume belonging to the same plant family as peanuts is showing up as a wheat replacement in an increasing number of gluten-free products.
and soybean allergies to read labels before buying these products. Lupin is colored a yellow bean that's very popular in Europe Mediterranean countries Australia
and may not realize that lupin has the same protein that causes allergic reactions to peanuts and soybeans.
Allergic reactions can have various symptoms including hives swelling of the lips vomiting breathing difficulties and anaphylactic shock.
Even those without allergies to legume products need to be aware of the ingredient. You can become allergic to something at any point in your life Blakeslee said.
If you do start seeing any symptoms of an allergic reaction stop eating the food immediately
and contact your doctor. The FDA expects lupin to become a popular product in the gluten-free arena because of its many health qualities.
The FDA is actively monitoring complaints of lupin allergies by U s. consumers. Story Source: The above story is provided based on materials by Kansas State university.
#Why major cow milk allergen is actually allergeniccow milk allergy occurs in children and in adults.
A specific protein in milk known as beta-lactoglobulin is able to initiate an allergy only when being devoid of iron.
The scientists discovered the same mechanism recently with regard to birch pollen allergy. Their findings help to decipher allergic reactions
and were published in the journal PLOS ONE. Milk allergy is confused frequently with lactose intolerance. However these are two entirely different mechanisms that occur in the body.
People with lactose intolerance do not digest lactose properly because they lack an enzyme known as lactase.
In the case of the potentially much more dangerous cow milk allergy however the body's immune system attacks milk proteins with its own Ige antibodies.
According to statistics about two to three percent of children in Europe suffer from a genuine milk allergy.
Hence people develop an allergic reaction to milk. Such an allergy may cause swelling of the mouth and mucous membranes diarrhea exacerbation of neurodermitis and in rare cases even an allergic shock.
Precise diagnostic investigation helps to differentiate between allergy and intolerance and thus avoid incorrect diets which under certain circumstances may cause malnutrition.
Lack of iron load transforms milk protein into allergenone of the most important milk allergens the so-called beta-lactoglobulin belongs to the protein family of lipocalins.
and may develop an allergic reaction to milk. Roth-Walter working at the department of Comparative Medicine at the Messerli Research Institute says:
Knowledge of the molecular structure of allergens has contributed very significantly to our conclusion about milk allergy.
Their recommendations state that rice-based formulas are an option for infants allergic to cow's milk
#Progress in allergic asthma research after ingestion of fruitsresearchers at the UPM suggest that the interaction between two proteins can be the responsible for the allergic asthma episodes after eating an infected fruit.
This could trigger the involuntary ingestion of the fungus found in this fruit causing an asthmatic crisis in people allergic to Alternaria.
These results suggest that patients allergic to Alternaria can suffer an allergy attack after eating infected kiwifruit.
#Food allergies: A new, simple method to track down allergensalthough food allergies are common sufferers often don't know exactly what in foods cause their allergic reactions.
This knowledge could help develop customized therapies like training the body's immune system to respond to certain proteins found in foods.
However determining which protein in a food causes an allergic response to a patient requires time-consuming tests that often ignore rare or unexpected allergens.
The method has been tested successfully in the context of cow milk allergy. Food allergies are becoming widespread in the Western world today affecting around 6-8%of children and about 3%of adults.
These types of allergies occur when the body's immune system mistakes a harmless food protein for a threat
and attacks it as it would normally do with a bacterium or a virus. This causes symptoms like swelling rashes pain and even life-threatening anaphylactic shocks.
Cow milk allergy is common among children preventing them from breast feeding and drinking milk although some outgrow the allergy by six years of age.
Allergies including food allergies are caused when our immune system produces antibodies to destroy enemy molecules like those from bacteria and viruses.
In the case of milk allergies the antibodies are called Ige. Medical doctors can diagnose milk allergies by simply detecting an overproduction of Ige
but that does not tell them which one of the numerous proteins in milk--and other foods--is causing the allergic response.
The team of Hubert Girault at EPFL has developed a highly sensitive method that uses a patient's Ige to determine specifically which protein induces allergic responses in them.
The method uses a well-established technique called immunoaffinity capillary electrophoresis (IACE. First Ige antibodies from the patient's blood are isolated by interaction with magnetic beads that are coated with a different type of antibody.
The bead antibodies recognize and bind the patient's Ige antibodies. This takes place inside a long and narrow glass tube only 50 micrometers in diameter called a capillary.
As the milk's proteins pass over the patient's Ige antibodies the ones that cause allergies are caught by them
The beads are washed then with a strong chemical that causes the allergy-inducing protein to dissociate from the patient's Ige antibodies.
The method offers a personalized way to identify the exact proteins that can cause food allergies to a patient which can help develop an effective treatment.
Finally it provides higher accuracy than conventional allergy-testing methods as it can detect tiny amounts of allergic proteins
and blue holiday to the fullest the American College of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) offers some star-spangled tips.
but allergy and asthma sufferers need to be aware of the triggers which can sometimes ruin their good time said allergist Michael Foggs MD ACAAI president.
and Swellingif you suffer from hay fever and you've ever experienced an itchy mouth scratchy throat
or vegetables you may have oral allergy syndrome. Oral allergy syndrome is caused by cross-reacting allergens found in both pollen and raw fruits vegetables or some tree nuts.
An allergist can help you determine if your reaction to certain foods has to do with oral allergy syndrome
and possibly get you eating your favorite fruits and veggies again. Changes in Weather Can Heat up
and treating allergies and asthma and can develop a plan to keep symptoms in check no matter the season or the temperature.
and possibly allergy shots that can save your life. Cannonball! Everyone into the Pool! While some people are convinced they are allergic to chlorine the truth is that chlorine is not an allergen.
However the smell of chlorine is an irritant for some causing allergy-like eye and nose itching and discomfort.
Some people with asthma also experience difficulties when coming in contact with chlorine. Skin sensitivity to chlorine is treated often by washing the affected area with clean water to remove traces of the remaining irritant.
The above story is provided based on materials by American College of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI.
#Peanuts dont panic parents as much as milk and eggsit's tough being the parent of a child with food allergies.
Although worry is a factor for anyone caring for a child with food allergies according to a study published in the July issue of Annals of Allergy Asthma
and Immunology the scientific publication of the American College of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) there is increased anxiety and strain for caregivers of children allergic to milk and eggs.
The study examined 305 caregivers of children allergic to milk egg peanut or tree nut--the 4 most common food allergies.
The caregivers were asked about details of the children's most severe food reaction as well as information about the caregiver's quality of life.
If they knew exactly what foods could give their child an allergic reaction they were less likely to be stressed anxious
and egg allergies were the most worrisome for caregivers. It's assumed peanut and tree allergies are the most severe
and therefore it may be presumed they would cause the most strain for caregivers said allergist Laura Howe MD lead study author and ACAAI member.
and to prepare so many dishes caregivers with children allergic to those two ingredients feel more worried and anxious.
and also that others wouldn't understand the seriousness of their child's food allergy.
It is important for those who care for food-allergic children to work with an allergist to determine exactly what foods their child is allergic to
in case their child eats a food they shouldn't. Children with a history of severe allergic reactions
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When it comes to controlling hay fever-triggering ragweed plants on Detroit vacant lots occasional mowing is worse than no mowing at all
Ragweed pollen is one of the main causes of allergic rhinitis the seasonally recurrent bouts of sneezing nasal congestion and itchy eyes commonly called hay fever.
Their findings could make the maddening itch of the summer season a thing of the past for the untold millions who are allergic to the plant.
This poison ivy research has the potential to affect the untold millions of people who are allergic to poison ivy said Jelesko a Fralin Life science Institute faculty member.
In all of the natural world only humans are allergic to poison ivy and its itch-inducing oil urushiol.
Humans appear to be uniquely allergic to urushiol said Jelesko. Goats eat it deer eat it
#The ugly truth about summer allergiesas if a runny nose and red eyes weren't enough to ruin your warm weather look summer allergies can gift you with even more than you've bargained for this year.
Summer allergies can cause severe symptoms for some sufferers and can be just as bad as the spring and fall seasons said allergist Michael Foggs MD president of the American College of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI).
Symptoms aren't always limited to the hallmark sneezing runny nose and watery eyes. Black eyes lines across the nose and other cosmetic symptoms can occur.
Even if you've never before had allergies they can suddenly strike at any age and time of year.
According to the ACAAI pollen mold and insect stings are common allergy culprits during the summer months.
But fresh produce such as celery apples and melons can also cause allergy symptoms. This is known as food pollen syndrome cross-reacting allergens found in both pollen and raw fruits vegetables and some tree nuts.
Summer allergy symptoms can easily be mistaken for colds food intolerances or other ailments said Dr. Foggs.
Before turning to over-the-counter antihistamines and nasal sprays for relief allergy sufferers should speak with an allergist to ensure medication is right for them
For more information about seasonal allergies and to locate an allergist in your area visit Allergyandasthmarelief. org.
The above story is provided based on materials by American College of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI.
#Scientists map the worst times of day for people allergic to grass pollenatishoo! Help there are flowering grasses around please stay indoors
Traditionally people allergic to grass pollen are advised to be aware of high pollen concentrations during the day
Later in the summer allergy sufferers should avoid being outdoor in the middle of the day. Different species have different patternsconcentrations of grass pollen are influenced by many factors the most important being the weather and the emissions
as a result of their high gamma-tocopherol consumption said senior author Joan Cook-Mills an associate professor of medicine in allergy/immunology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of medicine.
Cook-Mills had done previous allergy research in mice showing alpha-tocopherol decreased lung inflammation protecting healthy lung function and gamma-tocopherol increased lung
Nevertheless studies performed on raw milk have demonstrated that its consumption can protect against allergies asthma hay fever and more generally atopic sensitisation.
#Spring allergies linked to specific food allergies, says specialistthe Midwest's high tree pollen count is primarily birch and oak bad news for carrot celery and almond lovers.
or your gums and throat itch says Joseph Leija MD allergist who performs the Gottlieb Allergy Count the official allergy count for the Midwest.
The spring allergy count in the Midwest is high in birch and oak which usually triggers reactions to carrots celery almonds apples peaches and pears in those with sensitive systems.
More than 45 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergies primarily occurring in spring and fall according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
Those with grass allergies should avoid melon tomatoes and oranges Leija warns. And ragweed allergies are linked also to allergies to bananas cantaloupe cucumber zucchini and chamomile tea.
While many people experience minor reactions to certain foods that are basically harmless others have extreme reactions.
Difficulty breathing and itchy rashes are signs to go to a board-certified allergist or in extreme cases straight to the emergency room says Leija who has been performing the Gottlieb Allergy Count for more than two decades.
Dr. Leija who normally conducts the Gottlieb Allergy Count from March to October began the count later than usual this year due to Chicago's longer winter.
The trees have been slow to bloom this year due to the inconsistent warm and cold temperatures he says.
Take your allergy medication and see your allergist before you experience health problems. Dr. Leija also advises:
#Allergy tablet approval warrants caution for somea pill a day keeps spring allergies away. In a perfect world it would be that easy.
And for those suffering from an allergy to some grasses the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) approval of the oral dissolvable tablets designed to help treat symptoms may be beneficial.
But for the majority of seasonal sufferers allergic to pollens from the more than 30 other pollinating species relief isn't that easy.
The approval of oral immunotherapy tablets is advancement in the right direction said allergist Michael Foggs MD president of the American College of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI.
It's an additional treatment option for those who are allergic to some types of grasses but not those allergic to other varieties of grass trees and weeds.
According to ACAAI those with seasonal allergies can be affected by the pollen of 11 different types of weeds and trees and eight varieties of grass.
Fortunately there is a longstanding solution for those suffering from multiple allergies. Immunotherapy also known as allergy shots has been used for 100 years
and is a natural treatment. Each injection can be customized to an individual's allergic needs.
Allergy shots can modify and prevent allergy progression while also relieving symptoms. They are also fast acting and cost-efficient.
It would be ideal if tablets could be customized like allergy shots but that's not on the horizon yet said Dr. Foggs.
Since allergy treatment is not a one-size-fits-all approach treatment needs to be tailored to an individual's needs.
Although the approved tablets are beneficial only for those suffering from some forms of grass allergy the FDA's approval will help open the door for others getting approved such as tablets for ragweed and dust mite allergy.
The best way to conquer allergy symptoms is to avoid allergens according to the ACAAI. During the spring sneezing season sufferers should:
â#¢Limit time outdoors when pollen counts are highest (midday and afternoon hours) â#¢Keep windows in the car and home closed â#¢Wash hair after working
or exercising outdoorsallergy sufferers should talk with their board-certified allergist to learn which treatment is suited best for their needs.
The above story is provided based on materials by American College of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI.
#Spring allergy season is imminent, despite this winters polar vortexthis winter has been one of the coldest on record
but spring allergy season is already beginning and it's time for sufferers to start preparing now.
An estimated 50 million Americans suffer from allergies which are called commonly hay fever. Symptoms include itchy eyes nose and throat;
sneezing; stuffy or runny nose; tearing or dark circles under the eyes. Even with snow still on the ground trees have started budding
and are the first to produce pollen creating major problems for people with allergies said David Rosenstreich M d. director of the Division of Allergy and Immunology at Montefiore Medical center.
but if it happens every year at this time it's most likely allergies. An allergy symptom is the result of the immune system overreacting.
It mistakes the pollen for a foreign invader and attacks it which leads to the release of chemicals called histamines into the blood.
This inflammation causes many familiar allergy symptoms. People with asthma are affected especially by allergies and may have asthma attacks which can be dangerous and even life-threatening.
Asthma often is triggered by allergies; however most people with allergies do not develop asthma. Over-the-counter medications often make people experiencing allergies feel better
but if they experience difficulty breathing or the symptoms become more severe they should seek medical attention.
Antihistamine drugs work by blocking the histamine from affecting these cells. Additionally a physician can prescribe stronger medications if needed.
By taking medicine early you can prevent the symptoms before they begin Dr. Rosenstreich said.
If you start after the symptoms are in full swing it's much harder to stop the allergic reaction than to prevent it from the beginning.
and pine trees causing the biggest allergic triggers. Tree pollination in the Northeast has begun already according to Dr. Rosenstreich
Grass pollen allergies typically arise in late spring and weeds cause hay fever from the summer through the fall.
Ragweed is often one of the biggest offenders in most regions as it can grow in nearly every environment.
There's no reason for people with allergies to suffer Dr. Rosenstreich said. As long as you take the proper precautions you should be able to enjoy the outdoors
#Asthma drug aids simultaneous desensitization to several food allergies, study findsan asthma drug accelerates the process of desensitizing patients with food allergies to several foods at the same time a new study
The findings come on the heels of a recent study by the same team showing that people with multiple food allergies can be desensitized to several foods at once.
The two studies both phase-1 safety trials provide the first scientific evidence that a promising new method for treating people for multiple food allergies works.
The results of the new study was published online Feb 27 in the journal Allergy Asthma & Clinical Immunology.
In oral immunotherapy the desensitization method used in both studies allergic patients build up tolerance to a food by ingesting it in tiny gradually increasing doses under a doctor's supervision in a hospital setting.
because nearly 4 million Americans are allergic to more than one food. Parents came up to me and said things like'It's great that you're desensitizing children to their peanut
or milk allergies but my daughter is allergic to wheat cashews eggs and almonds. What can you do about that?'
Patients'options for dealing with food allergies are limited. Physicians advise them to avoid allergy triggers
and carry injectable epinephrine at all times because they run a constant risk of anaphylactic shock from accidental consumption.
and adults with multiple allergies ate tiny doses of their allergens--as many as five--as highly purified food powders each day.
The researchers monitored the treatment's safety noting some mild allergic reactions such as itching in the mouth
and adults with multiple food allergies underwent a similar protocol--but with an additional step.
This drug reduces activity of the body's Ige molecules the antibodies involved in allergic responses
and had been shown in a previous Stanford study to speed the success of oral immunotherapy for children with milk allergies.
this discontinuation was associated not with additional allergic reactions. The patients continued consuming food powders until they could safely eat 4 grams of each food protein.
Many of the study subjects had more than five food allergies the maximum number treated. However the researchers saw something curious:
Some people with nut allergies were desensitized to related tree nuts to which were also allergic
but that were included not in their immunotherapy.''Bystander effect'We saw this'bystander effect'in about 60 percent of patients where for example we gave someone pecan powder
#More relief options may be available for hay fever sufferersthere is more to seasonal allergies than a little congestion and sneezing.
and itch it may be a symptom of ragweed allergy. But more help might be on the way for some of the 23 million hay fever sufferers.
On Tuesday January 28 the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will hold a public meeting of the Allergenic Products Advisory Committee.
and efficacy of oral tablets used to treat ragweed allergy symptoms. The committee is likely to approve these tablets which will mark great improvement in the fight against allergy said allergist Michael Foggs MD president of the American College of Allergy Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI.
Once the committee and then the FDA approve the tablets allergy sufferers will have another form of treatment available to them.
In December the same committee granted approval for grass allergy tablets. Assuming the committee also approves the ragweed allergy tablets the FDA will then have to approve both the grass
and ragweed tablets before they can be made available to allergy sufferers. Currently the best treatment for those with moderate-to-severe allergy symptoms is allergy shots also known as immunotherapy.
This treatment requires tiny injections of purified allergen extracts. A pill a day may seem more appealing than getting shots.
So why bother with allergy shots anymore? Allergy sufferers are typically allergic to more than one allergen said Dr. Foggs.
Allergy shots can be customized to provide relief to multiple allergens including tree grass weed mold house dust dander and mold while offering the assurance of more than 100 years of experience in causing remission not just symptom
relief in allergy. We think there may be pros and cons of these differing forms of treatments.
Board-certified allergists can help patients make good short-term and long-term choices. It is unknown whether the new allergy tablets will allow sufferers to eat ragweed relatives like avocado melons and some fruits like allergy shots permit.
We look forward to testing the limits of this new treatment said Dr. Foggs. Story Source:
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#Sequence of water buffalo completedlal Teer Livestock Limited an associate of Lalteer Seed Ltd. the largest seed company in Bangladesh with strong hybrid research program
and BGI the world's largest genomics organization jointly announced today that they have completed the genome sequencing of water buffalo
and Genomics (UPM-INIA) and led by Araceli DÃ az Perales has studied the allergy to peach the most common food allergy and the Pru p 3 protein.
All can be good candidates for the usage of specific immunotherapy for peach allergy and also can be used as a vaccine.
Nowadays allergy affects over 25%of the population of developed countries. Currently the treatment of food allergy consists of avoiding the intake of the food causing the allergy.
However the possibility of cross-reactivity (reaction to related food) might be ineffective. The specific immunotherapy is the only treatment to prevent more severe signs of allergy progression.
Immunotherapy consists of the intake of growing doses of allergen extracts in affected patients. However the use of this extract could induce anaphylactic reactions
The most common food allergy in Spain and the Mediterranean areas is the peach allergy
The current treatment of this allergy consists of avoiding peach consumption neither fresh nor processed peaches (juices jam.
As an alternative this allergy research has defined the regions of this allergenic protein that is involved in the antibody binding and the stimulation of the immune system cells.
and they were used in a research with patient allergic to peach in order to confirm its capacity as immune system stimulation.
Also it maintained its ability to stimulate immune system cells (lymphocytes) of the patients allergic to peach during the in vitro trials.
and Pru p 3. 03) could be good candidates for the usage of specific immunotherapy for allergy to peach.
although it would be required further trials of these two molecules with animal to verify its effectiveness in the treatment for allergy to peach.
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