I'm so excited to be exhibiting at The Allergy Show 2022 this year alongside my good friend Liljia of Allergy Companions. What I call, The Trip Advisor for people with allergies! It's taking place from Friday 1st July to Sunday 3rd of July at the Excel exhibition centre in London. Top tips for attending the Allergy Show Here are my tips for making the most of the … [Read more...]
Penicillin is the UKs most common allergy!
From pets, to foods, to metals; anything can be an allergen in today’s world. But what are the people of the UK most allergic to? I think many people might assume it would be nuts or cow's milk, so you might be surprised by the results of this recent study. New research from William Russell has identified the most common allergies in the world’s most populated … [Read more...]
10 things your asthma nurse won’t tell you!
Asthma affects over 8 million people in the UK alone according to the British Lung Foundation and it is a dangerous condition when poorly managed. According to Asthma UK, there has been a 42% increase in deaths amongst people aged 35 – 44 in the last year. Read, Asthma death toll in England and Wales is the highest this decade. Visit the Healthline website for another great … [Read more...]
Elimination diet for asthma, eczema and allergies
If you think you have gut issues that may be affecting your asthma, eczema and allergies, then the only real way to find food culprits is to do an elimination diet. I will start by saying I'm not a medical expert and I would urge you to find a dietician or nutritionist who can help and guide you through this process. However I did this diet in my 20s when I think I went … [Read more...]
Speaking at a Food Allergen Forum
This week I was honoured to attend as the guest speaker at the Lancaster Food Allergen Forum, at Morecambe Football Club in Lancashire. It was a fantastic opportunity to share the experience of the allergic consumer, some of the challenges and fears we face and what we'd like to see from food service businesses. There were 50-60 delegates at this event which was great to see … [Read more...]