There are many beliefs in our society that, upon closer examination, turn out to be prejudices. It is better not to eat animal milk, diabetics should not eat fruits, vegetarians will not last long without protein ... Let's figure out with the help of experts in the field of edible and inedible who is our enemy and who is our friend.

We have found and debunked several popular myths about proper nutrition.

At Bemorepanda, we liked the advice of the American writer, educator and health food activist Michael Pollan the best. It has only 7 words. Read with us.

Myth #1: Fresh fruits and vegetables are always healthier than canned, frozen, or dried ones.

Despite the strong opinion that "fresh is better", studies have shown that frozen, canned and dried fruits and vegetables can be just as nutritious and healthy as fresh ones.

“They can also help save money and be an easy way to ensure that families have consistent fruits and vegetables,” says Sarah Bleach, former director of food security and health equity at the USDA and professor of public health policy at the Harvard T. X. Chan. "One word of caution: Some types of canned, frozen, and dried foods contain ingredients such as sugar, saturated fat, and sodium, so be sure to read product labels and look for foods that are low in these additives."

Myth #2: All fats are bad.

When studies published in the late 1940s found a relationship between a high-fat diet and high blood cholesterol, experts decided that reducing the total amount of fat in the diet would reduce the risk of heart disease.

By the 1980s, doctors, health experts, the food industry, and the media were reporting that a low-fat diet could benefit everyone, although there was no conclusive evidence that it could prevent cardiovascular disease, overweight and obesity.

Dr. Vijaya Surampudi, assistant professor of medicine at UCLA's Center for Human Nutrition, says that as a result of the negative message about fat, many people - and food manufacturers - have begun to replace calories from fat with calories from refined carbohydrates (white flour and sugar).

Suffice it to recall the effect of low-calorie SnackWell cookies, when people began to overeat, confident that this is acceptable, since the food is dietary. “Instead of helping fellow citizens stay lean, this approach has led to an increase in overweight and obesity,” she explains.

In reality, Dr. Surampudi added, not all fats are bad. While some fats, including saturated and trans fats, can increase your risk of disease, healthy monounsaturated fats (found in olive and other vegetable oils, avocados, some nuts and seeds) and polyunsaturated fats (found in sunflower and other vegetable oils, walnuts) , fish and flaxseed) help reduce the risk.

"Good" fats are also important for providing energy, producing important hormones, maintaining cellular function, and absorbing certain nutrients.

If you see a product labeled "fat-free," don't automatically think it's healthy, says Dr. Surampudi. Instead, opt for foods with simple ingredients and no added sugar.

Myth #3: “Calories in, calories out” is the most important factor for long-term weight maintenance.

It's true that if you take in more calories than you burn, you're more likely to gain weight. And if you're burning more calories than you're consuming, you should be losing weight—at least in the short term.

However, the study does not suggest that eating more food will lead to sustained weight gain, i.e. obesity or obesity.

"Rather, it's the types of foods we eat that may be long-term drivers of these conditions," said Dr. Dariusz Mozaffarian, professor of nutrition and medicine at Tufts University's Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy.

Over-processed foods—refined starch snacks, cereals, crackers, energy bars, baked goods, soda, and sweets—can be especially harmful to weight gain because they digest quickly and fill the blood with glucose, fructose, and amino acids, which are converted into fat by the liver. Instead, maintaining a healthy weight requires a shift from counting calories to prioritizing healthy eating in general—quality over quantity.

Myth #4: People with type 2 diabetes shouldn't eat fruit.

This myth arose because fruit juices, which can raise blood sugar levels due to their high glucose and low fiber content, are confused with whole fruits.

However, it is not. Some studies show, for example, that those who consume one serving of whole fruits per day — especially blueberries, grapes, and apples — have a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

According to other scientific sources, if you already have type 2 diabetes, then eating whole fruits can help you control your blood sugar levels.

It's time to dispel that myth, says Dr. Linda Shiue, GP and director of health nutrition and lifestyle at Kaiser Permanente San Francisco: Everyone, including type 2 diabetics, needs healthy nutrients found in fruit - fiber, vitamins , minerals and antioxidants.

Myth #5: Plant-based milk is healthier than animal-based milk.

There is an opinion that vegetable milk, for example, from oats, almonds, rice, is more useful and nutritious than cow's.

“That's just not true,” says Kathleen Merrigan, a professor of sustainable food systems at Arizona State University and a former US assistant secretary of agriculture. “Consider protein: Generally, cow’s milk has about eight grams of protein per cup, while almond milk has one to two grams and oat milk has about two to three grams per cup.”

Plant-based drinks can vary in nutritional value, Dr. Merrigan said, but many contain more added ingredients, such as sodium and sugar, that will degrade health faster than cow's milk.

Myth #6: White potatoes are unhealthy.

Potatoes are often frowned upon in the nutrition community due to their high glycemic index, which means they contain fast-digesting carbohydrates that raise blood sugar levels. However, potatoes may actually be good for your health, says Dafena Altema-Johnson, food community and public health program officer at the Johns Hopkins Center for a Better Future.

It is rich in vitamin C, potassium, fiber and other nutrients, especially when eaten with the skin. In addition, potatoes are inexpensive and available year-round in grocery stores, making this product more affordable. The most useful cooking methods are: frying, baking, boiling and air grilling.

Myth #7: Peanut foods should not be given to infants in their first years of life.

For a long time, experts have been telling new parents that the best way to prevent food allergies in children is to not feed them allergenic foods like peanuts or eggs for the first few years of life. But now, according to allergy experts, it's best to introduce peanut products to your child's diet as early as possible.

If your child does not have severe eczema or an identified food allergy, you can start introducing peanut products (such as water-diluted peanut butter, peanut puffs, or peanut powder, but not whole peanuts) at about 4-6 months, when your child is ready for solid food. “Start with two teaspoons of smooth peanut butter mixed with water, breast milk, or formula two to three times a week,” advises Dr. Ruchi Gupta, professor of pediatrics and director of the Feinberg Northwestern School of Medicine Center for Food Allergy and Asthma Research. . - If your baby has severe eczema, first ask your pediatrician or allergist about whether you can start giving peanut products at about 4 months.

It is also important to feed your baby a variety of foods in the first year of life to prevent food allergies,” says Dr. Gupta.

Myth #8: Plant protein is incomplete.

"Where do you get protein from?" is the #1 question vegans get asked,” says Christopher Gardner, a nutrition scientist and professor of medicine at Stanford University. The myth is that plants are completely lacking in certain amino acids, also known as the building blocks of proteins. But in fact, plant foods contain all 20 amino acids, including the nine essential, essential amino acids.”

“The only difference is that the ratio of these amino acids is not as ideal as in animal products. Therefore, to get an adequate portion of nutrients, you just need to eat a variety of plant foods throughout the day: beans, grains and nuts and consume enough protein in general. Most people in prosperous countries get everything they need: it's easier than many people think, ”says Dr. Gardner.

Myth #9: Eating soy-based foods can increase your risk of breast cancer.

The high doses of plant estrogens in soy, called isoflavones, stimulate the growth of breast tumor cells (according to animal studies).

“In humans, this association has not been confirmed,” says Dr. Frank B. Hu, professor and chair of nutrition at the Harvard T.H. Chan. So far, scientific evidence does not point to a link between soy consumption and the risk of developing breast cancer in humans.

In contrast, consumption of soy-based foods and beverages—such as tofu, tempeh, edamame, miso, and soy milk—may even be protective, reduce the risk of development, and increase survival in this disease. Soy products are also a source of beneficial nutrients associated with a reduced risk of heart disease, including high-quality protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals, adds Dr. Hu. “The results of the study are clear: feel free to include soy products in your diet.”

Myth #10: Basic nutritional guidelines change all the time—and by a lot.

“That’s not true,” says Dr. Marion Nestle, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Nutrition, Nutritional Research, and Public Health at New York University. - In the 1950s, the first dietary recommendations for the prevention of obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, etc. contained advice to balance calories and minimize foods high in saturated fat, salt, and sugar. Modern dietary guidelines call for the same.”

Yes, science is developing, but the rules of healthy eating remain unchanged. Writer Michael Pollan summed it up in seven simple words: “Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants. According to Dr. Nestle, this council worked 70 years ago and continues to work today. And it leaves plenty of room for eating the foods you love.

A balanced diet with the right foods is the cornerstone of a healthy body. True, different peoples have very different taste preferences, and food that is considered healthy and useful in one part of the world may not be consumed at all in another. Although, of course, something in common is found in the cuisines of most peoples of the world. Bemorepanda collected some interesting facts about different products.

 

1. If you find it difficult to wake up in the morning, one fresh apple will help with this task even better than a cup of strong coffee.

 

2. Coffee and tea are quite addictive in many people.

 

3. Puffer fish is considered the most dangerous food in the world. If not properly prepared, you can easily die by eating just a bite. Fugu is only served in the best restaurants in Japan.

 

4. Nowadays, many additional ingredients are added to bread, one of the staple foods. One of these food additives is a product of duck feather processing.

 

5. Honey, so popular in many countries, is the semi-digested pollen that bees regurgitate.

 

6. In an especially large dosage, coffee can easily be poisoned.

 

7. In a number of Asian and African countries, insects, cooked in one way or another, are quite common and demanded food product.

 

8. In total, about 2 thousand species of plants for food are grown in the world.

 

9. Natural food colors are made not only from plant materials, but also from insects, in particular from some species of beetles.

 

10. Over the past decades, the content of nutrients in food has decreased significantly, as the priority is to reduce costs, not improve quality.

 

11. Some varieties of green apples shine so beautifully because a gene from a salmon fish has been inserted into them.

 

12. Apples, as you know, are very useful, but their bones are poisonous, especially in large quantities.

 

13. The usual orange carrot was once purple. Its orange varieties were bred by people, not nature.

 

14. We often decorate our meals with fresh herbs. This is a very old tradition - for example, the ancient Romans used parsley for this purpose.

 

15. The smell of garlic repels mosquitoes. However, it sometimes scares people off too).

 

16. Dairy products are not in demand in most Asian countries, with the exception of the Philippines.

 

17. Oysters are indeed a natural aphrodisiac, and quite powerful.

 

18. Apples and peaches absorb more pesticides as they grow and ripen than any other fruit.

 

19. Onions, when cut, release a corrosive gas that irritates the eyes, which is why tears come to them.

 

20. Of all meat products, the top 3 most popular are chicken, beef and pork.

 

21. Bananas are very popular in many countries. In India alone, they are grown over 20 million tons annually.

 

22. Bananas, melons and watermelons are botanically referred to as berries, and tomatoes are referred to as fruits.

 

23. Among all fruits, apples are the first in the world in popularity. Oranges follow with a small margin.

 

24. Honey can be stored longer than any other food. Subject to a number of conditions, it may not deteriorate until 2000-3000 years.

 

25. In Southeast Asia, hot peppers are included in almost all dishes.

Did you know that the well-known chain of McDonald's fast food restaurants has a familiar menu (in all countries where the company is present). Still, for each of the markets, it tries to make unique products designed for the specific food preferences of residents in one or another country. Therefore, a dish that you can meet in one country, you will not find in another day with fire ...

 

So it turns out that when we go abroad, we go to a familiar institution and try to order a dish we liked at home; it is quite possible, or rather, most likely, it simply will not be on the menu of a foreign restaurant, and in this case, we will try to explain it to an employee of a foreign restaurant that you want "shrimp roll," "big tasty" or another dish will just be a waste of time - you have to eat what they give, classic burgers and unforgettable "big mac."

 

Why Shrimp Roll can only be found in the Russian McDonald's, and what unique dishes are sold in other chain restaurants?

 

Are you wondering what non-standard dishes are in McDonald's around the world? If so, then welcome aboard - we will show you 40 different dishes that are absolutely unique and original in each of the countries represented.

 

1. In Japan, they offer the Grakoro burger, which includes pasta, shrimp, and white sauce. The offer is limited…

 

2. They also offer a dish with chicken fillet, "Bai Teriyaki."

 

3. In South Korea, you can order the Rich Potato Burger, which looks exactly like it's called.

 

4. It turns out that Korea also has a mozzarella and chicken burger - McChicken. The picture looks delicious!

 

5. And for dessert, you can order a taro pie! The same cherry pie, but instead of cherries, the filling includes edible taro roots.

 

6. In China, you can order this burger: with a double cutlet and two German bratwursts

 

7. In Germany, on the other hand, there is a signature Surf 'n' Turf burger on the menu. Very unusual!

 

8. If that's too much, just order crispy breaded shrimp!

 

9. In Germany, there is also a dish called "Big Rösti", which is included in the Mack breakfast. It's filled with potatoes, bacon, and spicy white sauce.

 

10. You can get McDo with chicken and McSpaghetti garnish in the Philippines!

It looks completely different from what we are used to seeing dishes in establishments of this class.

 

11. Or here - you can order chicken fillet with rice

 

12. In Spain, you can get a whole bucketful of wings and McNuggets. Two in one!

 

13. But in India, you can buy a cheesy rice bowl with chicken nuggets and vegetable sauce

 

14. Or you can eat this "Green Chilli Aloo Naan"

 

15. India also has "McPuffs", small pies with an unusual vegetable filling.

 

16. Something between a sandwich and a roll? Apparently, that's right!

 

17. In Malaysia, you won't believe McDonald's offer Bubur Ayam McD porridge!

 

18. And look what a non-standard breakfast they serve there! Is this from the McDonald's menu?

 

19. In Brazil, you can buy the dish “STEAK. FRIES.”…

 

20. And cheese bread with Nutella chocolate filling or cheese filling

 

 

21. And here, in Russia, they offer such a breakfast: rolls with cottage cheese, raisins and dried apricots. Did you know about it?

 

22. And Shrimp Roll can also be ordered only in our country and nowhere else!

 

23. In Austria there is a dish "Gouda Thaler", which they call "five slices of cheese happiness", and we believe them.

 

24. Also in Austria, you can buy these adorable mini donuts and raspberry-vanilla rolls for dessert.

 

25. Another non-standard dish from the Turkish menu …

 

26. Honestly, their desserts look like they were made in the kitchen of a five-star restaurant.

 

27. And in Australia you can buy toast with cheese and tomatoes

Maybe it's true that the Australians have everything upside down?

 

28. Macaroni French Cookies at McDonald's in Australia. No, well, really, everything is not like people!

 

29. In Thailand, you can buy this porridge with chicken and mushrooms "McPorridge"

 

30. You can also try this closed cheesy Hawaiian pizza

 

31. And McDonald’s in Thailand has WAFFLE FRIES… Fried waffles?

 

32. In Cyprus you can buy Greek Mac

It seems that for some time it was possible to purchase a similar dish from us, which was called “Panini Tuscany”. It was really delicious. Too bad it disappeared from the menu.

 

33. In Indonesia, McD serves Uduk Rice, savory rice topped with chili paste, scrambled eggs, fried onions, and finely chopped fried chicken. Om-Nom-nom!

 

34. There you can also order McChicken porridge ...

 

35. To be honest, spicy rica rica sauce drizzled generously over crumbled rice and chicken pieces looks delicious.

 

36. Meanwhile in Portugal they serve soup on the McDonalds menu!

 

37. They also have these delicious looking croissants for breakfast.

 

38. In Ireland, you can take such a cheese dish "Cheese Melt Dippers". Mmmm, cheese!

 

39. And in Mexico, you can order McMolletes for breakfast.

 

40. And finally, you can have McMuffin a la Mexicana, which has a delicious Mexican omelet, bacon, cheese and fried beans.

 

We are constantly faced with allergic reactions and are no longer surprised by anything. Everyone knows that pollen and poplar fluff cause sneezing and coughing in spring, and new foods in your diet should be tried with caution. But besides the well-known allergens, there are rare and crazy ones that you may not even have heard of and which are hard to imagine as dangerous enemies.

 

Allergy to tattoos, buttons, exercise and other unusual manifestations of it

 

We have selected 40 of the strangest and most unusual allergies that have been recorded by the scientific community. You may be surprised, but such allergies really exist and cause a lot of inconvenience to their carriers, and sometimes they can lead to anaphylactic shock. Check if you have one of these allergic reactions. In any case, stay calm and take care of your health!

 

1. Patches

There is such a strange allergy - to adhesive plasters. If you have it, it will show up in a reaction with acrylate with methacrylate (the name of the chemicals always used on adhesive tapes to make them sticky). The two types of reactions to this allergy are irritant contact dermatitis and allergic contact dermatitis.

 

2. Everything vibrating

There are people who suffer from vibratory urticaria when they come into contact with anything that vibrates. For example, with a running lawn mower or a running motorcycle. They begin to itch, the body swells, vision becomes blurry and the head hurts.

 

3. Touch

This is called dermatography - when even a slight scratch appears a convex line of red color with concomitant swelling of the skin. About five percent of the people inhabiting the planet suffer from dermatography, but most of them prefer never to seek medical help.

 

4. Exit to the street

It is very reminiscent of vampires, but everything is much more serious. Some people have solar urticaria, or an allergy to sunlight. They take medication to control their symptoms, but if the condition is left untreated, sunlight causes everything from skin rashes to nausea. People with a reaction to sunlight have to go out from head to toe wrapped in protective clothing even in the heat.

 

5. Coins

A reaction to metallic money is nothing more than an allergy to nickel, and often it is associated not only with coins, but also with earrings or other low-quality jewelry. In addition, nickel is found in everyday objects such as fasteners and buckles, it is present in zippers, eyeglass frames, cosmetics and detergents. Even some electronic devices contain this metal, from mobile phones to laptops.

 

From contact with nickel, itchy scars appear on the skin. As a rule, they pass after the object with nickel in the composition disappears from view. A person can touch nickel for a short time, but wear jewelry or a belt with a buckle during the day is no longer within his power.

 

6. Tomatoes

There is a reaction to such a common product as tomatoes, which gives a person a lot of gastronomic suffering, in addition to the troubles from the disease itself.

 

Tomatoes are included in the recipe for many dishes of all national cuisines - just imagine how a person has to limit himself! The main clinical manifestations of tomato allergy are oral allergy syndrome (OSA), when there is redness and burning of the lips, mouth and palate, as well as urticaria, dermatitis, rhinitis, and sometimes anaphylaxis.

 

7. Books

Old second-hand bookstores and library halls have a peculiar, musty, papery smell that many consider pleasant and nostalgic - even perfumes with this scent are being created! But people who are allergic to dust, book blockages perceive as a source of serious problems.

 

Actually, the reaction is not caused by books, but by old book dust. The same thing happens in old attics, basements, pantries, and even when approaching stagnant bookshelves in a home. As a matter of fact, danger is everywhere where there is dust!

 

8. Woolen things

Some suffer from a type of allergy called textile or clothing dermatitis, which is nothing more than a form of contact dermatitis. Human skin has to react to the fibers of clothing, which causes itching. Wearing woolen clothes over your naked body can make you feel like thousands of microscopic living creatures are crawling over your skin and biting!

 

9. Wine

Have you seen how a person who sipped red wine suddenly turns bright red in the face, or have you experienced it yourself? It is believed that this is an allergy to wine, although in fact such people showed signs of an allergy to sulfites. Some begin to suffer even from the smell of wine.

 

Sulfites are chemical compounds found in wines and dark beers. They cause headaches, burning eyes, nasal congestion and redness of the skin.

 

10. Your own child

What a surprise! But there is also such a type of allergy as pemphigoid of pregnant women - an unpleasant

 

What a surprise! But there is also such a type of allergy as pregnancy pemphigoid - an unpleasant and painful skin reaction that is associated with pregnancy. Refers to autoimmune diseases and can cause itchy blisters and bumps on the skin of the abdomen, while they spread further through the body. Fortunately, this is quite rare, otherwise, probably, the human race would have died out long ago!

 

11. Taking a shower

Some people can't wash with plain water! People who get aquagenic urticaria have an attack of this ailment whenever they take a shower and their skin comes into contact with water. These symptoms are short-lived and disappear in an hour, but as soon as a person touches the water, everything starts again. Such people cannot even sweat in the heat or be in the rain - their body begins to itch insanely.

 

12. Meat steaks

There is a type of tick - Amblyomma americanum (called the Lone Star tick in Texas) - that can make a person allergic to red meat. These mites reward their victims with a reaction to alpha-halogen carbohydrates found in the meat of cows, pigs and wild animals. White-tailed deer are a common host, so a tick bite during hunting season can turn the enjoyment of a freshly grilled steak into itching, vomiting and diarrhea, reddening of the skin, and sometimes even causing anaphylactic shock.

 

13. Hot weather

Even a summer day or a bath can be dangerous for people with this type of allergy. When they are exposed to heat or sweat, they show symptoms of cholinergic urticaria on their body in the form of small but terribly itchy welts. An unpleasant allergy for those who were born and live in a warm climate, given that our planet is rapidly warming up!

 

14. Cold

This is a common but strange reaction that affects about one in a hundred people who are allergic to anything. The skin turns red in the cold, but not with a healthy blush, but with bright spots. And this is not a simple urticaria - a person can faint or anaphylactic shock with a fatal outcome.

 

15. Hypoallergenic dog breeds

If someone thinks that by getting a "hypoallergenic" dog, he will protect himself from allergies, then this is a mistake. Allergens in such breeds are in the same quantity as their long-haired fluffy counterparts, who constantly shed.

 

Before you decide to get a cute dog, you should conduct a thorough research of the breed. Although it is believed that the less shedding, the less allergies, but mostly allergies from dogs occur due to the protein in their saliva. Petting and petting your dog exposes you to allergens in their fur, so test with an adult dog of your chosen breed before buying.

 

16. Physical activity

Get to know exercise-induced anaphylaxis (AFA). This is a rare condition in which anaphylactic shock can occur after sports or other physical exertion. Alternatively, a person may have reddened skin, hives or nausea, they may begin to wheeze, and other symptoms of allergies and APA may also appear.

 

17. Washing powders

Often there is a reaction to dyes in washing powders or to odors, sometimes so pronounced that even if you put on a freshly washed shirt, it causes allergic manifestations. Therefore, it is preferable to wash with hypoallergenic detergents!

 

18. Vacuuming

Such an allergy also happens, but everything is explained simply. When you vacuum, dust and mold fragments clogged in the carpet rise and spread around the room. As a result, you will get an allergic reaction with all the ensuing consequences. This allergy is "treated" by more frequent cleaning and carpet cleaning.

 

19. Hot dogs

Fast food allergies are not uncommon. A hot dog is a highly processed product containing many types of food and nutritional supplements. An allergic reaction when eating street food can be caused by any of these ingredients. According to the generally accepted opinion, the main culprits here are nitrates and nitrites, which are found in vegetables, meat and meat products.

 

20. Allergy medications

 

Of course, when you take antihistamines for a long time, they themselves are quite capable of developing an allergic reaction. However, people who suffer from this type of allergy usually show sensitivity to the dye and additive group found in any medication, but this does not apply to the anti-allergic chemical itself.

 

21. Grass

The reaction to lawn grass is mainly accompanied by the symptoms of allergic rhinitis (hay fever) or thunderstorm asthma, which occur upon contact with pollen from flowers. The reaction to the herb can be manifested by allergic rhinitis, itchy eyes and sore throat, sneezing and runny nose.

 

Thunderstorm asthma is an acute attack that occurs after a thunderstorm, when plant pollen is crushed from moisture and easily penetrates into the bronchi. Sometimes such attacks end in the death of people.

 

22. Pants buttons

This is hardly a separate type of asthma, it's just the good old nickel again knocks you out, acting in this case from a piece of clothing. The button rivet on the waistband of jeans or other trousers is usually made of nickel, and fashionistas who prefer to wear low-rise underwear are at risk of allergies. This allergenic metal can be applied directly to unprotected skin, resulting in a small, rounded area of red rash.

 

Allergists write out a prescription - wear underpants under jeans, and everything will work out!

 

23. Tobacco

The plant can cause a severe allergic reaction in the form of a stuffy nose, burning eyes, wheezing and coughing. These manifestations of asthma symptoms and seasonal hay fever usually occur under the influence of the tobacco plant itself, but dry tobacco leaf can also cause a reaction.

 

24. Sperm

Although rare, it has been documented that women may experience an allergic reaction to their partner's semen, which may include red spots, burning, swelling, and itching in areas where the liquid has come into contact with their skin.

 

25. Pancake mix

Do you know that you are allergic to moldy foods? So, you need to be very careful if you are going to eat an expired pancake and hash brown mix or any outdated dry mixes.

 

According to the American Journal of Forensic Medicine and Pathology, which did the research on the topic, one man went into anaphylactic shock and died after making pancakes from expired dry mix and eating them. The product was made two years ago and the flour was contaminated with mold. So be wary of expired boxed products!

 

26. Tattoos

A study published in Contact Dermatitis found that tattoos are not at all harmless in terms of allergies. Four percent of tattooed people developed a short-term rash immediately after the procedure. Another six percent of those tattooed continued to experience skin problems for four months or longer after getting the tattoo.

 

27. Mango peel

A tropical fruit can cause skin itching if you touch its peel. Mango contains urushiol, an organic toxin. It is found in particularly high concentrations in the peel and the pulp just below the peel. Mostly those people who have encountered this fetus have experienced contact dermatitis.

 

28. Cockroaches

Almost every person is pissed off at the thought of the presence of cockroaches, only things can turn out much worse if you happen to be "lucky" with an allergy to them. Rather, the reaction concerns cockroach waste products that these stubborn insects can leave anywhere in a person's home.

 

29. Hairy caterpillars

The Scientific World Journal published an article that says that there is one kind of insect - a cute fluffy Pine Processionary caterpillar, which has the "gift" to cause a dermatological reaction in a person if he touches her skin-irritating hairs. So think thrice before petting these fluffy worms when you meet them on the branches of a tree!

 

30. Bean Bag

This interesting report was published by Annals of Allergy. Asthma & Immunology. It says that a six-year-old child who was allergic to soybeans suffered from mild respiratory distress for a long time - what do you think? The cause was a "bean bag" filled with dried soybeans.

 

Bean bags are small play bags or bean bags filled with dry beans or buckwheat husks. It turns out that an allergy to soy beans lies in wait where you don’t expect it!

 

31. Hair dyes

Allergic reactions to hair coloring are not very common: no more than one in 250 thousand people suffer from this type of allergy, but this does not mean that it is harmless. If it does occur, it could be a serious problem.

 

Swelling, itching, and redness are enough symptoms for allergy sufferers to be wary of a reaction when trying to change their natural hair color. Moreover, all this can affect not only the scalp, but also spread to the whole body. It is not for nothing that the manufacturer warns and insists on the test before staining on each package!

 

32. Makeup

Allergy to cosmetics manifests itself only on the area of ​​the skin where the irritating product was applied. When using eye shadow, for example, you can get irritated and swollen eyelids. Luckily, the symptoms will be localized and won't affect the rest of your body.

 

33. Acrylic nails

Not harmless are the products that are used in nail salons. An allergic attack can come from nail glue, polish, and acrylic nails themselves. All this can cause contact dermatitis and a corresponding rash.

 

34. Latex

Synthetic rubber can be found in many household and medical items, as well as in the intimate area. Allergy to latex is quite dangerous, it can manifest itself in swelling, eczema on the skin, blisters or cracks. There are manifestations of asthma and respiratory disorders. Characteristically, up to 80% of people with a latex allergy cannot eat avocados, bananas or kiwis, even tomatoes or potatoes can cause a reaction due to a cross-reaction with proteins.

 

35. Peppermint

Cases where mint caused a food or skin allergy are not so common. But maybe no one talks about these symptoms. If such a reaction has already occurred, then a person expects difficulty in breathing, hives, swelling of the throat and oral cavity.

 

36. Potato

It's probably just a disaster for those who suffer from it. After all, they can not taste the fried potatoes! People who are allergic to this fruit can have a reaction at all stages of contact with a potato - by simply touching the skin, while peeling it, or while eating potato salad. An allergy sufferer who is unlucky with potatoes will experience symptoms in the form of rhinitis, burning eyes, reddening of the skin and unpleasant itching.

 

37. Glitter - decorative sequins

The culprit of the allergy is mica, a representative of natural minerals, which is used in crushed form as glitter for handicrafts. However, it can also irritate the skin. Those who identify themselves with an allergy to mica should be wary of cosmetics - foundations and powders. In addition, mica is found in many other loose cosmetic products.

 

38. Blue food coloring

Able to cause a reaction blue food coloring Blue 2, which can be in dry form or gel. Found in a variety of foods, from baked goods and cereals to candies and ready-to-eat snacks. An allergy symptom is hypersensitivity to this synthetic substance.

 

39. Potted soil

Rather, the allergen is not the soil itself, but what is in its composition. The potting mix may contain mold spores, and mold spores often cause an allergic reaction. In this regard, care should be taken when transplanting your green leafy friends.

 

40. Humidifier

Some people may develop a type of allergy known as "humidifier fever". When this reaction occurs, symptoms very similar to pneumonia will appear. Perhaps due to the fact that the device is not cleaned regularly? High humidity, saturated with mold, can easily cause a similar allergic condition in people.

 

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