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Years ago, the neighbor's cats decided to move in with us. Tabby and Siamese figured out that we were suckers. We made the mistake of leaving the front door open...

While my peanut allergy was certain from a very early age, my other allergies slowly popped up over time until adulthood. My allergy to grass pollen was one that I...

Allergic contact dermatitis is an itchy rash that forms after your skin touches a harmless substance. One common trigger of contact dermatitis can be nickel. An allergy happens when the...

As a child, I learned the magical art of balloon artistry from my ever-so-creative mother. She had, for as long as I could remember, learned how to DIY everything she...

In our society, our worth and success are strongly tied to our productivity levels. But who decides what productivity even means, let alone what it looks like for each of...

I've had many different experiences trying to keep myself safe from shellfish and finned fish when I'm dining out. And I carefully watch the restaurant staff to see their reaction...

As many vegetarians will tell you, cheese is probably the main reason why most tend not to go vegan. I can definitely say the same for myself. Dairy cheese was...

Allergic reactions to over-the-counter and prescription drugs can be quite scary and troubling. This was my experience with a reaction to pseudoephedrine, a common nasal decongestant. I hoped to feel...

Iron is a mineral found in all our bodies. For some conditions, people may need extra (supplemental) iron. However, in very rare cases, some people may have a reaction to...

If you have a similar experience to mine, you can remember the days when food was pleasurable, before food allergies. Food was always exciting. It meant nourishing your body with a...

While there are certain things that I will never do because of my allergies, like eating a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, there are many activities that I still participate...

In 2014, my life changed completely and turned upside down. I began what is known as TSW (topical steroid withdrawal). This is a syndrome that happens when the body gets...

I was with an old friend at a fall festival, and we were catching up on life. I can't remember how the subject came up, but we started talking about food...

Just recently, I began taking a new medication for Crohn's Disease. I was diagnosed in 2011 and have tried countless medicines to relieve my symptoms. Thankfully, I haven't had any...

Living in the southeast of the United Kingdom means that all our water over here is hard, meaning it's full of natural minerals. You only have to check your kitchen...

I do not have food allergies, but I have lived with them for 22 years. My son, John, was diagnosed with allergies to milk, eggs, peanuts, and tree nuts when...

Latex comes from the sap of a rubber tree. It is used in natural rubber products such as balloons, medical gloves, or elastic. About 1 to 6 percent of people...

If you've read any of my previous articles, you'll know I've had my fair share of allergic reactions to food. They mostly come from me not thinking to ask about...

Memories of my food allergy emergency surfaced after hearing about a relative having a similar experience. Just months after being diagnosed with food allergies, I ended up in the emergency...

Respiratory infections affect the nose, sinuses, throat, and airways. These infections can cause symptoms such as congestion, cough, and shortness of breath. For people who live with certain chronic medical...