A Meditteranean diet may prevent childhood asthma and allergies
A Meditteranean diet may prevent childhood asthma and allergies Eating a Mediterranean diet may protect children from developing asthma and allergic rhinitis…
New rules: Canada's food labels must state allergens
New rules: Canada's food labels must state allergens Canadians with food allergies will be made more aware of possible allergens - such as peanuts,…
Obesity worsens asthma
Obesity worsens asthma Women who are obese have more severe asthma attacks, according to researchers in New Zealand. This study, published in the American…
Pure oats deemed safe for people with celiac disease
Pure oats deemed safe for people with celiac disease After a review of the current research, Health Canada has deemed pure oats, always thought to…
Anaphylaxis awareness campaign
Anaphylaxis awareness campaign A national campaign is now underway to raise awareness of life-threatening food allergies, known as anaphylaxis. Even the…
Nut allergies may be outgrown
Nut allergies may be outgrown Latest research findings from the John Hopkins Children�s Center in Maryland have found that allergies to tree nuts such…
Sesame allergies on the rise
Sesame allergies on the rise A recent review of medical literature suggests that the prevalence of sesame seed allergies is steadily increasing.…
Allergies not prevented by late introduction of foods
Allergies not prevented by late introduction of foods Recent study findings suggest that delaying the introduction of highly allergenic foods to children,…
Food allergy food finder
Food allergy food finder If you or someone in your family has allergies or intolerances to certain foods The Specialty Food Shop at Sick Kids Hospital in…
Food additives increase hyperactivity in kids
Food additives increase hyperactivity in kids Artificial food colourings and benzoate preservatives increase hyperactive behaviour in preschool children,…