Food intolerances and allergies can aggravate pollen allergy symptoms. Testing of food allergies (IgE response) and/or immuno-reactivities (IgG and IgA responses) can been completed with simple blood testing. Avoidance of indicated foods can then reduce your adverse reactions to pollens. You may also try avoiding the following foods to see if they reduce your reactions to pollens:
If you are allergic to BIRCH, potential triggers include:
- Almonds
- Apples
- Apricots
- Carrots
- Coriander
- Celery
- Cherries
- Fennel
- Hazelnuts
- Kiwi
- Nectarines
- Parsnips
- Peaches
- Pears
- Peppers
- Plums
If you are allergic to RAGWEED, potential triggers include:
- Bananas
- Cantaloupe
- Chamomile tea
- Cucumber
- Honeydew
- Watermelon
- Sunflower seeds
- Zucchini
If you are allergic to GRASSES, potential triggers include:
- Celery
- Cantaloupe
- Honeydew
- Oranges
- Peaches
- Tomatoes
- Watermelon
If you are allergic to MUGWORT, potential triggers include:
- Apples
- Bell peppers
- Black pepper
- Broccoli
- Cabbage
- Caraway
- Carrots
- Celery
- Coriander
- Fennel
- Kiwi
- Parsley
- Peanut
- Sunflower