Allergies - Substances that Cause/Exacerbate

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These Substances may Cause/Exacerbate Allergies

Substances that cause Allergies are known as Allergens.

 

Amino Acids

 Excessive consumption of supplemental Histidine may increase the risk of Allergies (due to its conversion to Histamine, a Neurotransmitter involved in allergic reactions).

 Tyramine may cause Allergies (due to Tyramine stimulating the release of excessive amounts of Histamine from Mast Cells leading to Allergic reactions).

 

Carbohydrates

 Excessive consumption of Simple Sugars may cause Food Allergies.

 

Cosmetic Ingredients

 Propylene Glycol (applied topically as a constituent of some Skin care products) may cause Allergies in some people.  [1]

 

Food Additives

 Sodium Metabisulfate may cause severe Allergies in some persons.  [2]

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