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Are these substances genuinely allergens or should they be excluded from the diet?
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1. Hypersensitivity reactions and allergens
Hypersensitivity is the occurrence of an immune reaction that is associated with the formation of antibodies which, when combined with an antigen, lead to the release of various substances which are called inflammatory mediators. Symptoms of hypersensitivity are very diverse. Possible symptoms include rash, swelling of the pancreas, inflammation of the oral cavity, reflux of the esophagus, anaphylactic shock, allergic rhinitis, asthma, eczema, chronic hypersensitivity reactions of the stomach and duodenum, and diarrhea. These risks apply only to people who are hypersensitive to soy products and products derived from foodstuffs such as fats, legumes, ores and oats; ores, oats, oatmeal, oregano and oregano; 10 mg/kg/kg; and may include:2. Categories of hypersensitivity reactions
In adult individuals, there are three different types of reactions that may occur following the ingestion of a substance that elicits hypersensitivity. These include:3. Immediate allergic response
The clinical indicators emerge here instantaneously following the consumption of the allergen, no later than 10 minutes. It may present as a mild case of hives or a serious anaphylactic shock;4. Cytotoxic allergic reaction
This reaction unfolds in a variety of tissues and organs. Antibodies are directed towards antigens present on the surface of the body's own cells. As a result, this leads to cell destruction and the triggering of other immune system mechanisms.5. Immunological response at the level of immune complexes
Symptoms of this allergy type may appear even after several hours to several days following ingestion of the allergen. In the event of a diagnosis of an allergy to a specific food component, it is necessary to eliminate it from the diet to prevent the occurrence of unwanted symptoms. The allergy may manifest in milder forms, such as hives or skin irritation, however, if the allergen is not eliminated from our diet despite the diagnosis of the allergy, more serious symptoms, such as anaphylactic shock, may also occur.6. Exclusionary diet
An exclusionary diet is used to identify and treat food components that trigger allergic reactions. If it is found that a specific component is causing an allergy, it must be eliminated from the diet. After some time, one can try to gradually reintroduce it into meals, but this should be done cautiously and in small amounts. If no allergic symptoms occur, the dose of the allergen can be gradually increased. However, if a strong allergic reaction occurred previously, it does not need to be reintroduced into the diet. It is also important to ensure an adequate supply of nutrients to avoid deficiencies that may occur as a result of the complete exclusion of a product from the diet. In this case, one should pay attention to products that are also a good source of these nutrients.7. How can we be certain that we are dealing with a genuine allergy?
In recent times, avoiding foods that are considered allergenic has become increasingly popular, without any rational basis. Too many people exclude such foods from their diets and follow the allergy trend. However, before we decide to completely eliminate a particular allergen from our diet, it is important to understand our body. To achieve this, we recommend starting a balanced diet that includes all the necessary macronutrients, vitamins, and minerals. If we are new to the field of nutrition, we can use the food pyramid for a healthy diet and maintain an active lifestyle. If we do not observe any negative symptoms during this diet, there is no reason to exclude a particular food from our daily diet. However, if we experience unpleasant symptoms such as skin rashes, hives, runny nose, abdominal pain, nausea, etc., we should consider an elimination diet. It is best to consult a specialist who can help us diagnose and balance our diet. Identifying an allergen often relies on the trial-and-error method. We can start by eliminating the most allergenic foods such as milk, eggs, or gluten-containing grains from our diet. Such a diet should be followed for several weeks until the symptoms disappear completely. Then, we can reintroduce the excluded food and observe if the symptoms return. If they do, it means that this food triggers an allergic reaction in us. In this case, it is necessary to completely eliminate the food from our diet to minimize the risk of unwanted symptoms.
