Food allergy is a condition in which the immune system overreacts to certain proteins found in food.
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Causing a range of symptoms that can range from mild to severe, and even life-threatening in some cases.
When someone with a food allergy consumes a food containing the allergenic protein.
The immune system produces antibodies that recognize the protein as a foreign invader & trigger an allergic reaction.
The symptoms of a food allergy can vary widely from person to person & can affect different parts of the body.
Common symptoms include skin rashes, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue, & gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, wheezing & coughing.
Some of the most common foods that cause allergic reactions include peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, fish, milk, eggs, soy, & wheat.