With statistics showing allergies are rather alarmingly on the increase there really should be far more of a representation of people with allergies on TV and radio. This week there was a fleeting reference on The Archers when chef Ian Craig, played by Stephen Kennedy, mentioned the plate of food he'd done for the 'gluten free lady', but sadly mentions of allergies on the BBC … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2011
My coffee shop allergy – reacting to milk vapour?
I've noticed a strange occurence lately, and this has only started happening over the last couple of months. I love coffee and meeting in coffee shops, and since working for myself I often go, just on my own, to be amongst people and check through written work for errors, somewhere away from the phones and other distractions. Well, recently I've noticed that I've started to … [Read more...]
Stop Scratching – a poem about eczema
Something a bit different today, a very sad poem that I wrote in 2008 when my skin and allergies were particularly raw. I am happy to report my skin is so much better but I thought it might sound familiar to some of you. Just stop scratching... By Ruth Holroyd The itch is consumingIt takes over my brainMy skin I am tearingThe relief is the pain Thickened and … [Read more...]
What are the weirdest allergies?
Someone asked me the other day, "What are the weirdest allergies you've ever heard of?" and it made me stop and think. Perhaps weird is the wrong word here, they're not weird, but they are strange, unexplainable and increasingly misunderstood. Here are just a few of the weirdest ones I've come across. Allergy to exercise - Exercise induced anaphylaxis sounds crazy doesn't … [Read more...]
Best Allergen Free Gifts for allergic people
Do you struggle to find a suitable gift for birthdays, valentines day or Christmas for your allergic loved ones? Look no further than my list of the best allergy friendly gift ideas. If you or your loved one has allergies how about doing something a bit different. Here are just a few ideas... Cook a tasty freefrom favourite meal - Eating out can be stressful and costly … [Read more...]