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Cow's milk is a common allergen, especially in infants and young children. Allergy to milk is usually due to a protein called casein or whey.
Egg allergies are also common, particularly in children. The proteins in egg whites are usually responsible for allergic reactions, but some people may be allergic to yolks as well.
Peanut allergies are prevalent and tend to be lifelong. Even trace amounts of peanuts can trigger severe reactions in sensitive individuals.
This category includes nuts such as almonds, walnuts, cashews, pistachios, and others. Tree nut allergies can be severe and are often lifelong.
Allergy to wheat is common, especially in children. It is different from gluten intolerance or celiac disease.
Soybean allergies are relatively uncommon and affect a small percentage of the population.
Shellfish allergies are more common in adults than in children, affecting approximately 2-3% of adults.
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Approximately 4-6% of children and 4% of adults have a food allergy.
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Food allergies can range from mild to severe, and some can even be life-threatening.
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Approximately 2-3% of infants and young children are allergic to cow's milk.
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Allergies to milk and eggs, can be outgrown, allergies to peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish tend to persist into adulthood.