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California could become the first U.S. state to require restaurants to disclose common food allergens in each menu item under legislation being considered by state lawmakers

Around 25% of hay fever sufferers in the UK are allergic to birch tree pollen. This means that for a good chunk of the population, the arrival of spring and summer means sneezing, itchy eyes, blocked sinuses and days spent indoors avoiding pollen. But the recent approval of a new…

With insights into immune balance, gut health, and environmental tweaks, Dr. Mercola shares a multi-pronged natural approach to managing late summer allergies.

Nut allergies are one of the most common allergies in the United States. As noted by Summit Health, over 6 million Americans are allergic to peanuts. Additionally, around 4 million Americans are allergic to tree nuts.

When a food company recalls a product, it is often because of a serious and potentially life-threatening mistake: the presence of an undisclosed ingredient. This usually happens when a major allergen, like nuts or dairy, is accidentally introduced into a product that is not supposed to contain it. For people…

Cross-contamination occurs when a food product is accidentally tainted with allergens or bacteria from another source. For people with severe allergies, even trace amounts of these contaminants can cause life-threatening reactions. In recent years, the number of recalls related to cross-contamination has increased, often involving popular grocery items. These recalls…

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You probably check prices and look for deals when you shop for groceries. But do you check the ingredient list every time you buy your favorite brands? Many people don’t. Brands know this. That’s why some companies quietly change ingredients without making a big announcement. These changes can affect taste,…

Food recalls happen more often than you might think. One of the most common reasons? Undeclared allergens. This means a food contains something like peanuts, milk, or soy, but the label doesn’t say so. For people with allergies, this isn’t just a small mistake. It can be dangerous, even life-threatening.…

Food labels matter. They tell you what you’re buying, what’s in it, and sometimes even where it came from. But what happens when those labels aren’t true? Mislabeling products isn’t just a small mistake. It can mean you’re paying more for something that isn’t what it claims to be. It…