CDC states that 90% of food allergies come from soy, milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, wheat, peanuts, and tree nuts. Symptoms can range from mild to severe, and anaphylaxis can occur in severe cases. Allergies should be diagnosed by a professional.
Eight foods account for 90 percent of food allergies, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). These foods are soy, milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, wheat, peanuts and other tree nuts. The allergic reaction can be mild to severe. Mild symptoms include hives, stomach pain, sneezing, diarrhea, and more. People with severe symptoms may have trouble swallowing, experience shortness of breath, lose consciousness, and more. Mild and severe symptoms may occur simultaneously.
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According to a 2006 study of school health policies and programs, 88 percent of schools had children with a food allergy.
Suspected food allergies should not be self-diagnosed, especially with children, as they can cause unnecessary dietary restrictions. Food allergies can be diagnosed by an allergist through a withers blood test, skin test, or trial elimination.
Anaphylaxis occurs in severe allergic reactions. Symptoms of anaphylaxis include difficulty breathing, swollen lips, vomiting, and low blood pressure.
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