Im Allergic

Do any of you suffer from a nut allergy… or indeed and food allergy? If so how extreme is it? And what is most annoying about it?
Its really annoying not being able to have what you want whenever you want, always have top read labels!

It really is annoying having to pay special attention to every food item you want. Reactions can vary for me from very mild, like breaking out, bloating, or heartburn, to more severe, like hives, rashes, and facial swelling. I’ve never gone into anaphylactic shock, so no need for an epi-pen. For a while, I took an antihistamine to slow down the allergic reactions, and tried to keep away from most bothersome foods. After a while, I was able to ‘cheat’ a little, especially during seasons when I was not normally suffering from any seasonal allergies. Everything is so much worse if you also suffer from non-food allergies, so try to be good if you do. Otherwise, you choose based on how much discomfort your willing to tolerate.

Also, allergy testing is a very good way to tell how severe your allergy is to specific food and non-food items. It would be worth it to find out exactly what it is that aggravates your body the most and avoid it! Good Luck!

My lab has the worst case of skin allergy, having lost fur around the eyes and patches on his body. He does not have any form of mange, and has be diagnosed with a possible food allergy. He is already off egg products, and has started venison, but still not much change – HELP!

I have had a similar experience with my Dobe. I have been doing a lot of research on the subject, and it seems to be that less than 20% of allergies in dogs are actually caused by food. Environmental allergies are the most common (and the hardest to eliminate – the grass and trees are everywhere) All the information I’ve gathered indicates that by boosting your dog’s immune system, his body can better defend itself against histamines.
Look into using Flax Seed Oil as a supplement to his regular diet. It’s cheap, and it seems to be working. I suffer from chronic hives myself, and even I have began using it.

How prevalent are food allergies and is it easy to identify the symptoms of a food allergy?

Symptoms are not same for food allergies. It may occurs which type of food you take. Please go through online or consult with a Allergen for more details. Recently I visit http://www.theallergyreliefguide.com/ , which is a famous sites that help you for knowing all details about your queries.
Few other sites are also provided the details are,

http://www.theallergyreliefguide.com/,

www.austinallergydoctor.com/,
www.allergy-treatment-guide.com/

Just filling you in on Porter’s food allergy testing. If you have any questions about food allergies or intolerences or Ezcema, please don’t hesitate to ask

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I’ve done my homework on dustmite allergies but i still cant figure out how and when to clean my allergy covers. I bought some from walmart 2 months ago.Moreover, i washed them like i wash clothing but they began to thin and rip. How do you clean them and can anyone recommend allergy covers? Thank You. What about an allergy proof mattress?

you should be able to wash them like clothing without them falling apart. you should invest in a better one but it will cost more money but work better and last longer

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Is there any way to fix the allergy of cats? My brother and father are allergic, and although I have 2 outdoor kitties(spayed;)), I would love to make them indoor! So are there any like remedies to make it better for a little while, or medicine to make it go away or not be as strong? And hypoallergenic cats are waaaay too expensive! Help please! Thanks!

there are many over the counter allergy meds

but after a few weeks of sneezing, itchy water eyes, they may get over the allergy to those cats,it is usually the dander people are allergic to, but some people can get over an allergy if they are around that animal for a few weeks, cause there senses have become acustomed to that animal, they will still be allergic to other cats, but may get over being allergic to yours..

my friend had a bf claim he was allergic to cats…but actually wasnt allergic at all, he just preferred dogs…so are ya dad and bro…really allergic???

yeah, whats the difference?, and also is there anything the same about food allergy and food intolerance?

An allergy is a response by your immune system that releases histamine. Histamine causes inflammation and muscle constriction, and a variety of other responses. Food allergies can cause reactions such as itching, hives, tingling and swelling of the mouth and tongue, reactive asthma, and anaphyllaxis.

A food intolerance is any reaction to food that is not a histamine response. For instance, lactose intolerance is the inability to digest milk sugar. It’s not an allergy, but it can cause great discomfort, such as gas, bloating, and diarrhea. Gluten intolerance is another food intolerance ( the protein in most grains) that is not an allergic response.

Intolerances can be equally as severe and life-affecting as allergies. For that reason, many people with intolerances skip the complicated explanation and just say, "I’m allergic to [whatever]."

Recognising the symptoms of anaphylaxis and going into anaphylactic shock is very important for sufferers and carers. Watch this useful video to see how to recognise the symptoms and when you should administer an Adrenaline Auto-Injector epipen pen.

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My son tested allergic to beef and pork, his favorites. Ground turkey and chicken just doesnt seem to be a good replacement in the recipes. Is there something I am doing wrong or is there a way to spice these up better to make them taste better? Any suggestions or recipes would be great. We are on a limited budget, so please keep that in mind. We already do eat alot of chicken, but I am looking for ways to make chili’s, hot dishes, etc. as well. Thanks,

My family actually likes the ground turkey better in chili and spaghetti sauce – the meat really seems to absorb the flavor of the sauce better. Ground turkey can be difficult to make a meat loaf with – but it can be done. When I mix up my ground turkey for meatloaf I add 2 eggs instead of one and I add grated Parmesan cheese, a little bit of tomato sauce and oatmeal or breadcrumbs (but I think the real secret is the grated Parmesan cheese). With ground turkey you just have to work with it till you discover what works best for your adjusted recipe.

You can also buy ground lamb (but lamb has a very strong flavor – so it may not go over well with your son – but it is worth a try – maybe even mix ground turkey with the ground lamb and see how that works)

I will search around for some recipes and post them here in a bit for you.

Turkey burgers – (this recipe looks pretty basic for a plain hamburger patty – I have seen a lot of recipes for "doctored up" ground turkey burgers. You can find alot of these "doctored up" ground turkey burger recipes on the internet. What I think about the following recipe is that it is a good basic one – that will come up with a patty that will hold together)

Actually Delicious Turkey Burgers
Submitted by: Trudi Davidoff
Photo by: Allrecipes
"This is a simple and delicious recipe. After making them the first time my husband said ‘no more’ to beef burgers. These are really good – any cooking method may be used, and they freeze very well. The recipe can also be used for meatballs or meat loaves."

Original recipe yield: 12 burgers.

Prep Time:
15 Minutes
Cook Time:
15 Minutes
Ready In:
30 Minutes
Servings:
12 (change)

INGREDIENTS:

* 3 pounds ground turkey
* 1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
* 1/4 cup finely diced onion
* 2 egg whites, lightly beaten
* 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
* 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS:

1. In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, seasoned bread crumbs, onion, egg whites, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Form into 12 patties.
2. Cook the patties in a medium skillet over medium heat, turning once, to an internal temperature of 180 degrees F (85 degrees C).

http://maindish.allrecipes.com/az/ctllyDlicisTrkyBrgrs.asp

Also try these websites (they are turkey producer recipes – and I am sure they are good, researched recipes)

http://www.butterball.com/en/index.jsp

http://www.honeysucklewhite.com/

http://www.jennieo.com/

PS – when cooking your chili and spaghetti sauce – season well and let simmer for a good while – I promise that the ground turkey will really absorb the good flavors of your suace if allowed to simmer together long enough.

I had a dog when I was a kid and I’m looking to get one again as an adult. But I think I have developed an allergy to dogs since I had one (about 12 years ago). Anyone allergic to their pets but can still tolerate them with the help of allergy medicine? If so, what do you use?

Zyrtec works well. You can get a prescription for it from a doctor.

I used to take Claritin, which is now available over the counter, and it worked well for me.

Benadryl Allergy pills are great, and you can get them over the counter also. These are more for short term, I think, because you can take one every four hours, whereas Zyrtec and Claritin are only taken once or twice every 24 hours.

Also, I used to get allergy shots. The doctor will do a test to see what you’re allergic to (dogs, other animals, plants, foods, etc.) and then inject a tiny amount of those substances into your body. Each time you get a tiny bit more of the substances you’re allergic to, until you’re immune. I got allergy shots two or three times per week for about a year, and they really helped my allergies. I rarely have to take any allergy medicine (like Zyrtec) now. You might want to look into allergy shots, since you’d be around your dog all the time. After taking the shots for a while, you might be a lot more comfortable around the dog. (Maybe you could start getting the shots even before you get the dog.)