With allergy rates growing in Atlanta and across the United States, the demand for effective food allergy treatments has increased in recent years. With the ever-present threat of a severe reaction, many children and parents are frustrated or fearful of relying on an avoidance approach. Consequently, as interest in desensitization treatments has grown, many people Read More
Almost everyone will know somebody with a peanut allergy – and many may even have an allergy themselves. In fact, between 1997 and 2008, researchers found that the rate of childhood peanut allergy more than tripled. With such a rapid increase, it’s natural to ask just why so many people are allergic to peanuts? Here Read More
Is a Chocolate Allergy a Real Allergy? Chocolate is a source of pleasure for many of us, but for others it can be the cause of a severe allergy. Confusingly, the ingredients in chocolate make it hard to determine the direct allergy trigger, with a nut or milk allergy treatment possibly offering solutions. For anyone Read More
Do You Have a Cow’s Milk Allergy or Lactose Intolerance? A milk allergy and lactose intolerance are different, but it isn’t hard to see why some can confuse the conditions. Because they share similar symptoms, it may make individuals wonder if they should seek treatment for a milk allergy or lactose intolerance. However, understanding what Read More
Allergy Testing for Food Sensitivities If you have ever experienced an allergic reaction, you might have a good idea of the cause. However, to get an accurate diagnosis that leads to effective treatment, you should undergo food allergy testing. Chacko Food Allergy Treatment Center has provided allergy testing for countless patients in Atlanta and across Read More
Do I Have a Tree Nut Allergy? Tree nut allergies are among the most confusing types of food allergies for Atlanta patients. The first stage of a tree nut allergy treatment plan is to avoid the allergen. But should you remove a single type of tree nut from your diet or consider avoiding every type Read More
Can You Cure Allergies With a Peanut Pill? The 2020 FDA approval for the peanut pill, Palforzia, gave hope to many peanut allergy sufferers in Atlanta and across the country. Research into peanut allergy treatments is, of course, a positive sign. However, Palforzia is not the only peanut allergy desensitization procedure available. If you are Read More
Preparing for Holiday Dining With a Food Allergy Holiday dining is a tricky time for food allergy sufferers in Atlanta and beyond. While effective care like oral immunotherapy treatment (OIT) is available, most people rely on avoidance strategies to protect themselves. Of course, dealing with a food allergy can make the holiday season challenging. But Read More
Fighting Allergies With Food Allergy Desensitization For food allergy sufferers in Atlanta and beyond, food allergy desensitization holds much appeal. The process, also called oral immunotherapy treatment (OIT), offers a more robust solution than simply food avoidance. With the continued threat of an allergic reaction to certain foods, parents are understandably concerned about their children’s Read More
