Are food allergies overdiagnosed?
Written by Honor Whiteman
Published: Thursday 18 May 2017
The millions of dieters out there will know only too well the struggles of maintaining a healthful food intake. But for people with severe food allergies, food choice depends on more than losing a few pounds. It can be a matter of life or death. In recent years, however, studies have indicated that food allergies are being overdiagnosed and overreported, and that many people may be needlessly avoiding certain foods.
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It is estimated that around 15 million children and adults in the U.S. have a food allergy.
There has been a significant rise in the number of people affected by food allergies over the past 20 years.
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