Allergies

Almost every day, Jim Anderson climbs the stairs to the roof of the six-storey building where he works in London's SoHo neighbourhood. And while it offers an eye-catching vista of London's skyline, he's not up there for the view.He makes…

The warm nature of figs can cause retinal bleeding.Due to their warm nature, it is advisable not to consume figs or take them in very small amounts during the summer season. Figs are a beneficial dry fruit that helps us improve our…

An experimental skin patch is showing promise to treat toddlers who are highly allergic to peanuts – training their bodies to handle an accidental bite. Peanut allergy is one of the most common and dangerous food allergies. Parents of…

Seasonal allergies can be miserable. The sneezing, congestion and itchy, watery eyes can feel like a terrible cold that won’t go away, especially now that pollen seasons are getting longer and more intense.Not only are the physical symptoms…

Gas, bloating, and diarrhoea are some of the most typical gastrointestinal adverse effects of chia seeds. Chia seeds, like any other food, might have negative affects that people should be aware of before consuming them. See below for chia…

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The hidden danger of your gel nails: Experts warn of rise in 'life-changing' allergies triggered by gel polishes leaking into the skin - which can stop people having operations for cataracts, joint replacements or dental…

National Award-winning costume designer Neeta Lulla, needs no introduction. The costume technician, as she is now referred to on film sets, has designed some out-of-the-box and incredible costumes in Indian films. From Madhuri Dixit and…

In an analysis of over 65,000 infants from Japan, children exposed to pet cats or indoor dogs during fetal development or early infancy tended to have fewer food allergies compared to other children, according to a study published March 29,…

In case you need another reason to have a furry friend at home, scientists suggest that a family pet can stop childhood food allergies.Japanese researchers found children who were exposed to a pet in their younger years were 15 percent less…