The hottest Allergies Substack posts right now

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Anaphylaxis, allergens, immunogenicity, vaccines.

Bailiwick News • 3269 implied HN points • 16 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccination Public Health Pharmaceuticals Regulations Allergies
  1. Vaccines and many biological products can cause allergic reactions like anaphylaxis. This means they can intentionally harm people while claiming to protect them.
  2. There are laws that make it hard to hold companies accountable for the negative effects of vaccines. These laws allow harmful practices to continue under the guise of vaccination programs.
  3. Congress is more focused on how effective these vaccines are at causing harm, rather than their safety. This reflects a deeper concern about managing public health costs rather than protecting individuals.

How Experts Created a Peanut Allergy Epidemic

The Take (by Jon Miltimore) • 356 implied HN points • 17 Oct 24
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Nutrition Allergies Medical Guidelines
  1. Experts once recommended avoiding peanuts during pregnancy and for young children. This led to a big increase in peanut allergies.
  2. Initially, there was no strong evidence for the peanut avoidance advice, which caused more harm than good.
  3. Now, it's suggested that introducing peanuts early can actually help prevent allergies, showing that previous guidelines were misguided.

Unraveling the Mysteries of mRNA Vaccine Shedding

The Forgotten Side of Medicine • 6800 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Microbiome Allergies Immune Response Infection
  1. Over the past years, data suggests that unvaccinated individuals may become ill when in close contact with vaccinated individuals; mechanisms for this transmission involve exosome shedding, COVID-19 shedding, and potentially transfected bacterial shedding.
  2. Efforts to unravel the mysteries of mRNA vaccine shedding have revealed concerns such as shedding's impact on sexual shedding, odor emission, blood transfusions, cancer, and mitigation methods.
  3. Various factors can influence shedding reactions, such as sensitivity levels, timing post-vaccination, symptoms experienced, and potential links to the gut microbiome and pheromones.

What I'm Doing for Allergies

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 1617 implied HN points • 11 May 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Allergies Supplements Diet Vitamins Mental health
  1. Implementing a protocol for allergies involves a combination of supplements and changes in diet and lifestyle, such as incorporating spirulina, herbs like Tinofend, and hyperlocal honey.
  2. Personalized allergy protocols may require adjustments based on individual nutrient needs, such as increasing intake of specific nutrients like choline, methylfolate, vitamin A, and vitamin C.
  3. Considering historical changes in diet and lifestyle that have impacted allergy severity can provide insights for developing effective allergy management strategies.
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The Rotten Apple • 21 implied HN points • 11 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Food Safety Nutrition Medical Research Allergies Diseases
  1. Downloadable back issues are available for readers to catch up on past content.
  2. Improper handwashing and contaminated food led to a man in the US developing tapeworm larvae in his brain, highlighting the importance of food safety practices.
  3. The chocolate supply chain is facing a crisis due to rising cocoa prices caused by global supply pressures from climate change, impacting chocolate production and potentially leading to product frauds.

On learning to grow

The Shift With Sam Baker • 19 implied HN points • 23 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Gardening Personal Growth Allergies
  1. Gardening can be a fulfilling hobby even if you're new to it. It's never too late to start growing plants and enjoying the process.
  2. Gender stereotypes may have influenced your interests in the past, but it's important to challenge and explore new activities that bring you joy.
  3. Past negative experiences shouldn't define your current preferences. It's alright to reassess and find new appreciation for things you once disliked.

Hay fever, the deadly allergy

Klement on Investing • 1 implied HN point • 08 Mar 24
🏥 Health Politics Allergies Health economics Public Safety
  1. Hay fever affects about one in five people in the UK, with higher rates in countries like Brazil and Australia.
  2. Hay fever can lead to accidents and injuries, especially when operating heavy machinery or engaging in physical activities.
  3. A study in Japan estimated that a 10% increase in pollen count leads to thousands of additional accidents, costing the economy billions of dollars.

The Allergy Epidemic: Decoding Its Roots and Connections with the Gut Microbiome

Gutsphere - Your Ultimate Guide to Optimal Gut Health • 0 implied HN points • 06 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Allergies Immune System Research Prevention
  1. Allergies can vary widely in severity from mild reactions to life-threatening emergencies like anaphylaxis.
  2. Factors like the hygiene hypothesis, genetics, and lifestyle changes contribute to the increasing prevalence of allergies.
  3. The gut microbiome plays a crucial role in influencing immune responses, potentially impacting susceptibility to allergies.

An allergic story

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 15 Feb 13
🏥 Health & Wellness Allergies
  1. The story humorously outlines the steps of a child's first allergy attack, showcasing the chaos and challenges involved.
  2. The child's behavior during the allergic reaction involves resisting treatment, creating a scene at the doctor's office, and ultimately calming down after receiving medical care.
  3. The specific trigger of the allergic reaction was the Indian masala sauce, indicating the importance of being aware of food allergies and their potential consequences.

The Comprehensive Masterclass on Microbes and Sneezes: Unraveling the Hidden Link Between Your Gut Health and Allergies

Gutsphere - Your Ultimate Guide to Optimal Gut Health • 0 implied HN points • 05 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Gut Health Allergies Microbiome Nutrition Immune System
  1. Certain probiotics during pregnancy can reduce eczema risk in children, C-section births may increase allergy risk, and breastfeeding may protect against allergies.
  2. Growing up on a farm or closer to nature can decrease allergy risk, playing outside reduces allergies, and hand washing dishes can lower allergy rates.
  3. A diet high in processed foods increases allergy risk, while a high-fiber diet may reduce it. Consuming local honey can help manage pollen allergies, and early introduction of peanuts can decrease peanut allergy risk.