Advanced Allergy Therapeutics
A food intolerance is any difficulty digesting food or adverse reactions to them. These are similar to food allergies, the main difference being that intolerances aren’t life-threatening. While food intolerances can be uncomfortable and inconvenient, they’re not uncommon: it’s estimated that as much as one-fifth of the world’s population lives […]
One of the most common food allergies is lactose intolerance, or the inability to digest dairy products properly. This is a common food intolerance and is found in up to 65% of adults and children. Consider the following guide for common signs of lactose intolerance. Common Symptoms of Lactose Intolerance 1. […]
Hello, I’m Ian Wahl, founder and clinical director of St. Louis Allergy Relief Center in Chesterfield, Missouri. Lately, I’ve received some emails from patients asking me if I know how long the coronavirus or COVID-19 lasts on the things that we touch every day. Considering how frightened people are and […]
The world is in a panic about the novel Coronavirus known as COVID-19 and people are rightly concerned, especially as this virus is spreading in America just as the spring allergy season is upon us. That’s why it’s important to talk about the differences between a spring allergy and […]
Seasonal allergies can leave us drained and drippy, with their symptoms ranging from sneezing, having a runny nose, watery eyes, to more severe issues like headaches, shortage of breath, and wheezing. Seasonal allergies end up getting triggered by seasonal changes, such as in spring, when the pollen from local trees […]
Around 10 percent of adults and eight percent of children in the United States have been diagnosed with severe food allergies. However, those numbers double when you take into account the people who have food sensitivities or intolerances. Food allergies and sensitivities are quite common, and their number is increasing […]
As a person with food allergies, you often live your life in constant worry about accidentally eating the wrong foods, possibly containing your allergen. You may take extreme measures at times to avoid your food allergen at all costs. For some, that means they rarely dine out, and for others, […]
The colors of spring are upon us. After a harsh winter, spring brings a beautiful scene with its warm and colorful sensations. However, with spring come allergies. People face seasonal discomfort all around the world when their local plants begin pollinating. Almost 60 million Americans get sick from seasonal allergies […]
You’ve bought your ticket, packed your bag and you’re ready to go. Or are you? Are you sure that you’ve brought everything you need? Have you taken all the necessary precautions before your flight? When traveling with food allergies, it is vital to make sure that you have done thorough […]
For over 100 years, scientists have wondered what really causes allergies. The recent increase in the number of individuals with food allergies has amplified the public’s concern and triggered research dollars. Are allergies genetic or caused by exposure to environmental factors? The answer is both. Allergies are the result of […]