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Nickel allergy challenges, symptoms and treatment methods
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1. Allergy to nickel Epidemiology
Although less common, nickel allergy can also occur in children (E.M. Nickel allergies affect about 1020% of the population and are particularly common in developed countries where contact with the element is more frequent. Warsaw et al. 2019).2. Sources of nickel
Kitchen accessories made of stainless steel, such as pots and pans, may also contribute to exposure to this element. It may also be present in cosmetics such as eye shadow or nail polish, as well as in some cleaning products and detergents. In smaller quantities it is also present in fruits, coffee, tea, cocoa, and processed products, e.g. in canneries (G. Nikiel is a widespread element in both the natural environment and in many products of this kind.3. Depends on the amount of nickel in the food
In addition to the natural content in food, the amount of nickel also depends on several other factors related to both the natural occurrence of this element and the processes to which the food is subjected.4. Soil composition and environment
In addition, water used for irrigation and environmental pollutants such as industrial emissions can also affect the level of this element in plants (G. Plants absorb nickel from the soil in which they grow.5. Processing of food
Industrial processing, including the use of nickel-plated machinery or plates made of stainless steel with a nickel mixture, may increase its content in finished foodstuffs, including canned goods, confectionery products or beverages such as coffee or tea.6. Heat processing and cooking environment
Cooking in pots, pans, or other stainless-steel containers with nickel additives may increase its content in foods. The longer food is heat treated in such containers, the greater the risk of nickel penetration.7. Choose the right jewelry
Instead of metal clock straps, choose leather, material, or plastic ones, such as those made of hypoallergenic or surgical steel, 18-carat gold, 925-carat silver, or platinum, and avoid nickel-containing jewelry, especially earrings, watches, rings, and bracelets.8. Check your clothes
Remember to reapply them frequently: replace them with plastic parts or cover the metal with a clear nail polish.9. Cover the electronic devices
Phones, laptops, or tablets may contain nickel, so use protective cases to minimize contact with the metal.10. Change items for everyday use
Instead, seek out as many young, seasonal products that contain less nickel as possible. Limit your consumption of foods containing nickel. With the above mentioned products, you should also limit your intake of strong coffee and tea, canned foods, and older vegetables and fruits. Choose items such as keys, shaving machines, or pots made of materials that do not contain nickel, such as titanium, plastic, or stainless steel, if possible.11. Take care of the hygiene in the kitchen
Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly to remove nickel from the soil.12. Check the iron level
Karthikeyan 2017) Divya, B.S. Low levels of iron can increase nickel absorption, so it's worth checking regularly for its levels in the blood (V.C.13. Reduce your nickel absorption
Include in your diet ingredients that may limit your absorption of nickel, such as vitamin C, pectin, citric acid or tannin (e.g. in coffee and tea) (A.D. Sharma 2013).
