This season occurs in the spring—typically sometime in February through late May . Tree pollen allergies—especially to birch and related trees—can lead to allergy symptoms when eating certain raw fruits, vegetables, or nuts. This happens due to cross-reactivity between tree pollen and plant-based foods. If you’re sensitive during spring, avoiding or modifying your intake of…
This season typically begins mid-August and lasts until the first freeze. If you’re allergic to ragweed pollen, you may also notice symptoms after eating certain raw fruits, vegetables, or herbs. This is due to cross-reactivity—when your immune system mistakes proteins in foods for ragweed pollen. These reactions are often mild but uncomfortable and typically affect…
What is Alpha-Gal Syndrome or Alpha-Gal? Alpha-gal syndrome is a food allergy to red meat and other products made from mammals. It’s caused by a reaction to a carbohydrate molecule called galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose (alpha-gal), which is introduced into the body through tick bites—most commonly the lone star tick. Symptoms can range from mild hives or upset…
