"Am I Allergic to My Hormones?" - Why Food Sensitivities & Hives Show Up in Your 30s

Can you be allergic to your own hormones?In this episode of My Allergist Dad, Drew and Dr. Z dig into why so many people—especially women—start developing hives, food sensitivities, and new immune reactions in their 30s and 40s. They break down how hormone shifts, estrogen dominance, autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto’s, and even “clean” products can push the immune system into overdrive. Dr. Z explains why many food reactions don’t show up on standard allergy tests, how mast cells respond to hormonal changes, and why inflammation—not the food itself—is often the real trigger.You’ll also hear real patient stories, including how someone became reactive to their dish soap after avoiding previous allergens—and why adult-onset allergies are rarely random.If you’ve ever asked:“Why am I suddenly reacting to foods I used to tolerate?”“Is this autoimmune, hormonal, or actually an allergy?”“Can hormone balance change how sensitive I am?”This episode connects the dots—and helps you stop blaming yourself (or your dinner).Got allergy questions? Email us at [email protected]