One percent of the U.S. population reports an allergy to peanuts or tree nuts, including cashews, according to a study published in the 2012 issue of “The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.” Symptoms of cashew allergy involve the skin, gastrointestinal and respiratory systems.
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York Peppermint Pattie is a dark chocolate candy with a soft, peppermint-flavored filling. Manufactured by Hershey’s, York Peppermint Pattie has several versions, including sugar-free, king-size and bite-size.
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Allergy to egg is one of the most common food allergies in infants. Allergic reaction to egg usually becomes noticeable when the baby is about 10 months old, according to Dr. Ralf Heine in the March 2006 issue of “Current Allergy and Asthma Reports.
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About 6.6 million Americans are allergic to seafood, which can include shellfish and other types of fish such as tuna, according to a study in the July 2004 issue of the “Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.” Seafood allergy is lifelong, and if you are allergic to tuna you may also have allergies to other fish.
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Allergy to shellfish, including crab, is self-reported by 2.5 percent of American adults and 0.5 percent of American children, according to a December 2010 report published in “The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.
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You may benefit from a list of dairy-free foods if you have a milk allergy, lactose intolerance or a casein-free or vegan lifestyle. Dairy-free products essentially do not contain any milk protein in their ingredients.
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Egg allergy is a rare occurrence in adults. The allergy is common in young children, and it is usually outgrown, according to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
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Burned tissue or skin gets easily infected because the skin has lost its ability to protect the underlying tissues from microorganisms and debris. Fluids from blood vessels also leak onto the wound and cause the tissue to swell.
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Eggs are a healthy source of food packed with nutrients such as vitamins, iron and protein, for only 70 calories each. However, egg is a trigger for allergies in about 2.5 percent of infants and young children. For some of these children, eating or touching eggs can be life-threatening.
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Cats shed skin flakes and deposit them in their fur when they groom. This is dander. Allergy-causing proteins in the dander can provoke reactions including hives, rhinitis and asthma. Thorough removal of dander in the home will significantly reduce symptoms associated with a cat allergy.
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Alcohol is not a corrosive chemical, so ordinary rubbing alcohol does not burn the skin. However, one may get burned if alcohol catches fire and touches the skin. The treatment for alcohol burns depends on the severity of the injury.
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Discover the nutrition facts and health benefits of Swiss Miss Hot Chocolate, a brand of instant hot chocolate made from dark European cocoas. Learn about calories, fat, carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, and minerals in each serving.
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Eggplant parmigiana is an Italian food made from layers of deep-fried slices of eggplant, tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese. Although considered a vegetarian dish, eggplant parmigiana is heavy and packed with calories and fat.
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If you think of cookies, cakes and ice cream at the mention of carbohydrates, you may think this food group is all bad for your health; however, carbohydrates are one of the major nutrients that your body can not do without.
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