Category: Allergens
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Gardenia Fruit as Food Dye
Soy protein—particularly its amino acid content—is used in the manufacture of gardenia blue dye to provide the nitrogen-rich compounds necessary for the color-forming reaction. Here’s a detailed explanation of its…
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Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS), aka Pollen-food Allergy Syndrome
Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS), also known as pollen-food allergy syndrome, is a type of food allergy that occurs in people who are allergic to certain pollen proteins and experience allergic…
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Food Dye Allergies in Humans
Food dye allergies and intolerances are adverse immune or non-immune reactions to artificial or natural food colorings found in processed foods, beverages, and medications. While true IgE-mediated allergies to food…
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Edible Insects
Edible Insect Allergy in Humans Allergen Source Major Allergens Cross-Reactivity Allergic Potential Common Symptoms Crickets Tropomyosin, Arginine Kinase, Myosin Shellfish (Shrimp, Crab, Lobster), Dust Mites High (Severe reactions reported) Hives,…
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Food Dyes
Allergy to Food Dyes in Humans Food dye allergies and intolerances are adverse immune or non-immune reactions to artificial or natural food colorings found in processed foods, beverages, and medications.…
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Common Food Allergens with Allergenic Component
Food Category Common Allergens Almonds Pru d 1, Pru d 3 Apple Mal d 1, Mal d 3 Asparagus Asparagus allergens Avocado Pers a 1, Pers a 4 Banana Banana…