Archive for February, 2008

Young Babies Can Be ‘Allergic to Milk’, Experts Say

Young babies can be 'allergic to milk', experts say

During the first few months after birth babies can demonstrate allergic reactions to food proteins, particularly hen’s eggs and cow’s milk, even if they are breast-fed, studies show.

According to the educational initiative Act Against Allergy, food allergies and

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Allergies Linked to IBS

Researchers have found a potential link between certain allergies and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

IBS is a disorder of the large bowel (colon) and is characterised by abdominal pain, bloating and irregular bowel habits, including alternating diarrhoea and constipation.

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Can Eczema Flares Be Prevented by Knowing Your Skin Type?

Do you know your skin type? Sometimes is can be difficult to figure out, especially if the condition isn’t extreme. However, even slightly dry skin, or slightly oily skin, can be adversely affected by using the wrong skin care

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Babies Allergies Fears Unfounded

Mothers who fear their babies suffer from food allergies are largely wrong, research has found.

More than 800 babies were monitored for three years, and more than a third of their parents, mainly mothers, said their child had

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The 13-Year-Old Girl Who Is Allergic to Almost Everything

Laura Weaver suffers a rare skin condition, which has left her allergic to almost everything. The brave teenager has finally been able to go back to school, after staff created a special ‘clean room’ to protect her from dozens or... read more