Allergies is surrounded by a mist. Every day, we come across with all sorts of fussy and overwhelming statistics, information and advertisements, telling us how many allergens are threatening our health. Much of the conflicting information coming from the professional and “popular expert” confuses our understanding of allergies, instead of informing us a better life-choice. Can you be sure about the answers of the following statements?

“To reduce exposure of allergies, shy away from man-made chemicals and desiring for more natural life!”
“E-number and preservatives in food cause allergies!”
“Avoidance paradigm is good for children’s diet.”
“Hypoallergenic means free of allergen.”

Whilst we are not certain about allergies, we tend to over-react and become “worried well” people. “A study of 949 children in the Isle of Wight found 34% of parents reported food allergies in their children but only 5% were found to have an allergy” (p.8). Now, it is high time we navigated our way to properly understand allergies.

Click here to read the full blog by Angel Wong for Students 4 Best Evidence.