#22 - Food Allergy Myth Busting

What better way to start 2020 than to bust some food allergy myths?   We asked our listeners what food allergy statements they wonder are a myth. Dr G sheds some truth on common misconceptions that circulate the food allergy community.   The myths tackled in this episode: Only kids are affected by food allergies Each reaction is worse than the last Exercise can make a reaction more severe Aspirin and alcohol can also increase your chances of having an allergic reaction to food The absence of a protein makes an item/ingredient completely safe Peanut oil is safe for people with a peanut allergy. People with milk allergy are fine with lactose-free food Everyone grows out of their milk allergy You can have an allergic reaction to airborne peanuts You shouldn't worry about peanuts on planes You can have an anaphylactic reaction by only touching food You can't be allergic to corn or rice You can't be anaphylactic to fruit or vegetable Foods caused by oral allergy syndrome are not considered a true allergen If you use your EpiPen, you have to call 911 and go to the hospital If you use two adrenaline auto-injectors, they need to be administered in different thighs End with this question: What would happen if you do epi to the neck or chest like in the movies For more resources go to https://www.itchpodcast.com/post/episode-22