Vancouver Allergy Centre
Allergies to Fish
Globally, fish plays an important role in human nutrition. Seafood is particularly popular in many parts of the world. A wish for healthier eating habits and the substitution of meat with seafood has contributed to increased demands for fish and shellfish. However, fish may also contain potent allergens and cause adverse reactions in sensitized individuals. [...]
Hidden Sources of Mold
This time of year, mold allergies are a big problem for many people. You can see big streaks of black mold on the sides of brick and concrete buildings and fences, and you can see it growing on tree trunks and bushes. Inside your home you may find mold growing in your bathroom or basement. [...]
Airborne Allergies
The Most Common Fall Allergies
Come fall, while others are thinking about football, pumpkin pie, Halloween and are busy raking leaves, you may be in a world of misery. You can get help to control your fall allergies. Typical Late Summer and Fall Season Allergies One of the main contributors to late summer and fall allergies is the ragweed plant. [...]
Are You Allergic To Your Pet?
We love our furry friends to distraction. And it is distressing to find out that you or one of your children have developed an allergy to them. Pet allergies can be mild or very intense. Dogs and cats release allergens through their skin, saliva and urine. There is no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog [...]
Dust Mites Are Insects
One of the most common causes of allergies is dust mites. These tiny insects live everywhere and they feed on the millions of dead skin cells that fall off our bodies daily. The main allergic part of the common house dust is the dust mites together with other particles and have things like bacteria, fabric [...]
Food Allergies
Allergies to Soy Protein and Soy Products
Many of us think of soy products as a great addition to our daily diet because it is lactose free and high in protein. People are also urged to drink soy for its health promoting benefits. Unfortunately, not everyone can eat or drink products which contains soy because they have or develop allergic reactions. Soy [...]
Allergy To Strawberries
Strawberries are a delicious and beautiful fruit, with excellent nutrient values rich in flavenoids and antioxidants. Strawberries are eaten as they are or added to many processed foods like jams and crushes. What many people don’t know is that strawberries are also used in beauty and cosmetic products and even in perfumes. A small percentage [...]
Hidden Sources of Peanuts
Peanuts, peanut oil, and peanut flour are found in many food products. Even in products that do not have peanut products in them, they may end up being dangerous due to cross contamination. For example many candy products are cross contaminated because the non-peanut product was manufactured on the same room as a product with [...]
