However, only around six per cent (around 2.4 million people in the UK) were found to have a clinically diagnosable allergy. “Even when food allergies seem mild, they can turn life-threatening ...

While food allergies are predominantly genetic, this study indicates that a baby’s diet at 9 months could also have a significant impact on their likelihood of developing food allergies. “ ...

Wheat, eggs and milk are among the nine major food allergens as defined in U.S. law, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). "Food allergic reactions vary in severity from mild ...