Why There Allergies ?

Allergies in humans arguably very unique . No one likes to eat seafood even though he knows his body will eventually reject and cause itching , one of the side effects of allergies . Allergies can also be caused by sulfide or salicylates in food and drug , food flavoring , preservatives , and synthetic dyes . Food allergy affects approximately 3-10 % of children . In some babies , it is because the protein can not be digested optimally due to the activity of digestive enzymes are not fully developed .

What causes allergies ? Our body is protected by the immune system , produce a type of protein called antibodies . These antibodies can also cause allergic reactions . The first time you eat food allergens , the immune system produces immunoglobulin E ( IgE ) . IgE acts as a molecular marker of food allergens. When eating food again , the body will secrete IgE antibodies and other chemicals , including histamine to repel " enemy " of the body . In response , allergy symptoms ensued .

There is no obvious reason why some foods can cause allergies and others do not , but likely due to some protein in the diet is very similar to the protein found in viruses and bacteria so that the immune system can not distinguish between food proteins with viral or bacterial proteins .

Symptoms and severity vary in each person . Some allergy symptoms that may arise on the skin ( red rash , urticaria , disappear in a few days ) , eyes ( edema , allergic conjunctivitis ) , nose ( runny , sneezing ) , body ( swelling ) , mouth ( inflammation in the mouth , tongue , and ceiling ) , respiratory tract ( cough , asthma , shortness of breath ) , gastrointestinal ( diarrhea , vomiting , abdominal cramps , hard , and bloating ) , body system ( shock , blood pressure , heart rhythm disturbances , headache , fatigue ) .

A simple way to diagnose food allergies is what causes the rotation diet , eating certain foods that are replaced every 3-4 days once in two or three cycles . After knowing the causes of food allergies , it's best to avoid foods . However , if we like it , it's good to always buy products from the same brand , which we test ourselves will not cause allergies . In most cases , antihistamines may reduce swelling and itching allergies .

Even so , however, take care of our bodies as possible . If indeed cause allergies , it's good we only ate food allergens to a minimum . Body feels fit and feels more comfortable life .