Allergy Help

Find out all about this severe, extreme allergic reaction, including why it happens, common triggers and how to manage your condition safely Written by Helen Foster on January 22, 2019 Reviewed by Prof Michael Rudenko on January 30, 2019 Allergies to peanuts, bee stings or sesame often make headlines as they can be incredibly dangerous. In those reports, anaphylaxis – or anaphylactic shock – are often mentioned, but do you...

Seven health hacks to help ease your sneeze The symptoms of allergies are similar to a those of a cold, and include sneezing, itching and a runny or blocked up nose. 1. Enjoy a cuppa Tea (especially green tea) is great for helping stop allergies....

It’s thought that high-histamine foods could be triggering allergy symptoms in millions of us, but we may not be aware what’s causing them. If you’re one of the 21 million adults in the UK with at least one allergy1, you’re well aware of the effects...

We know that allergies are caused by our immune system over-reacting, but new research shows our gut has an important role to play too. Runny nose, itchy skin, bloating? You might not immediately think your gut is linked to any allergies you have, but some...

Don’t let sore eyes and sneezes dominate your day – stop pollen in its tracks. If you’re one of the 18 million people in the UK who has hay fever, you might dread summer. A survey by Allergy UK found 89% of people with hay...

One in four people in the UK are affected by allergies – and each year this number is rising – with as many as half being children. But what actually is an allergy? What is an allergy? We often talk about allergies without using the...

Allergies are on the rise year after year, with more than a quarter of people in the UK suffering from an allergy at some point during their lives. For most, antihistamines are the go-to treatment with various medications available over the counter or by prescription....

They often cause sneezing, rashes and itching and are likely to affect one in four people in the UK during their lives, but what exactly are allergies? Keep reading to find out more about allergic reactions and what causes them. What is the definition of...

At first glance, allergies and intolerances may seem very similar, but these two conditions are actually quite different. We took a look at the symptoms of these two food-related reactions and how they can affect the body. What is an allergy? An allergy is when...

Allergies occur when the body's immune system reacts to a particular substance as if it is harmful. These substances are called allergens. Whilst these differ for each person, there are common triggers which can affect most allergy sufferers. Read on to find out more about...

If you find yourself constantly sneezing with a runny nose, you’d be forgiven for thinking that you’ve caught a chill. But the common cold may not always be to blame for your symptoms. Allergic reactions can show themselves in a variety of ways including rashes,...

If you have hay fever, asthma or another allergy, you’re one of 21 million in the UK – and numbers are on the rise. We've pulled together a helpful allergy guide for you. What is an allergy? Allergies are caused by your immune system overreacting...