Allergies

A rising number of children suffer from allergies and some of the key culprits include commonly used products, such as bubble bath, soaps or sun care...

Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction which needs to be treated immediately. If your child, or a child in your care, is known to suffer from...

Traditional thinking says that to protect your children from developing asthma, you should keep a spotless house. Well, there's good news for busy...

Whether it is because of food allergies or merely a preference to eat a vegan diet, many people choose a diet that is free of eggs and egg products....

If your child suffers from coeliac disease, you’ll need to keep them safe and healthy by avoiding gluten in foods. About one in 100 people in...

Colic in a breastfed baby could be an allergy. Breast feeding a baby is a complicated business for some women whilst others find it amazingly...

Medications are usually given to sick children to make them better, but if your child suffers from an allergy to certain medications, then the...

Most people regard allergic reactions as the typical presentation of asthma attacks, fits of sneezing and nasal congestion, runny or puffy eyes or...

Is your hyperactive toddler addicted to certain foods? There has been much talk in the press about hyperactive toddlers and children and it is...

Most E-numbers in food are bad, there is no doubt of that. This article gives a specific list of substances that are banned in certain countries and...

Most allergy specialists around the world now agree that "indoor air pollution" is one of the most significant causes of asthma attacks and other...

Many medications, alternative therapies, essential oils and fragrances can cause skin to break out into painful rashes, burns or other skin...

When you realise just how toxic some prescribed and over-the-counter medications can be, it is a good idea, if possible, to use natural products to...

If your child or a child in your care suffers from nut allergies, then you need to be fully aware of how it affects them and how to minimise the...

Persistent ear infections affect a very large number of pre-school age children every year. Scientists have found some physical reasons why some...

Everyone is familiar with grass pollen allergy - or hay fever, as it is commonly known. The symptoms are plain to see. Sneezing, itchy, red eyes,...

Teenagers often have a surge of allergies when they enter puberty, caused by the extreme disruption of their hormones and other factors. Sensible...