FASTER Act
Legislation that added sesame to the list of major food allergens requiring clear labeling.
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Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES) [FPIES]
A non-IgE-mediated food allergy primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system, often causing severe vomiting and diarrhea.
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Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) [OIT]
A treatment where increasing, small amounts of an allergen are ingested over time to desensitize the immune system.
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TBHQ (Tertiary Butylhydroquinone) [TBHQ]
A synthetic antioxidant used to preserve processed foods; studies suggest a potential link to food allergy development.
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Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
A chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by dry, itchy patches, often linked to a higher risk of developing food allergies.
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Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EOE) [EOE,EoE]
A chronic immune-mediated disease where eosinophils build up in the esophagus, causing inflammation and difficulty swallowing.