Researchers at the University of Chicago Department of Medicine say they have found what may be a trigger for celiac disease, which is a genetic inability to digest the gluten found in certain grains. A study published in the journal Nature found that two molecules appear to signal an inflammatory response in the body. One is interleukin 15, a protein that activates immune cells called T lymphocytes. The other is retinoic acid, a molecule derived from vitamin A that helps human cells grow.

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With springtime comes allergy season. News outlets are recommending that people with seasonal allergies prepare ahead of time.

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A professor at Oregon Health and Science University recently told colleagues that his research indicates that eczema may often proceed food allergies, rather being caused by them.

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A clinical study of the diets of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) eat may have uncovered a potential source, or aggravator, of inattention – food allergies.

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In the past thirty years, the rate of childhood asthma has risen dramatically. Now, a group of immunologists has said that experiencing severe asthma as a child may increase an individual’s risk of reduced lung function as a teen.

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While allergies to certain foods can require dietary restriction, the simplification of one’s eating regimen may have unintended positive side effects

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Eczema, or itchy and inflamed skin caused by environmental allergies, is becoming an increasingly prominent health issue in developed nations. However, a recent study conducted in Uganda has suggested a method of preventing eczema before a child is even born.

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A recent survey has determined that children and teens who suffer from severe, food-related allergies may feel that they are in danger at school.

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Researchers at the University of Gothenburg have warned that products made of rubber may cause allergies not directly but through the formation of new substances during contact with skin.

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Allergists tend to agree that food allergies are on the rise in the U.S. and that the type of food that can trigger a dangerous reaction is often difficult to predict.

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If you suffer from pet allergies, your symptoms may worsen during ragweed season, according to findings published in the journal Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. During a recent study, a team of researchers from Queen's University in Canada exposed ragweed to a total of 123 individuals who were allergic to cats and dogs.

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The season in which a pregnant woman is in her first trimester may determine what type of allergies her child may develop later in life, according to a study published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health.

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Eating black rice may help stave off inflammatory diseases, according to results published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.

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Advancements in preventative methods against allergies may benefit those who suffer from this health complication, according to a study published in the journal Nature Medicine.

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Different genetic changes may increase one's likelihood of developing asthma, according to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. By discovering these variants, researchers may be able to improve current treatments for patients

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