Nuts and Seeds Guide: Protein, Allergies & Health Facts

Nuts and seeds like pumpkin and flax are nutrient powerhouses, but they can trigger allergies or digestive issues. Explore the protein benefits of pumpkin seeds and learn which nuts may impact estrogen or gout levels.

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Can You All of a Sudden Be Allergic to Nuts?

Published Sep,09 2011 | By Genevieve Van Wyden

You don’t have to develop an allergic reaction to peanuts, nuts or tree nuts the first time you come into contact with or eat them. You can enjoy them several times, then over time, as your body builds its immune system response, you begin noticing the symptoms.