The Founder of the Skin Foundation Africa, Dr.
Kofi Brifo, has outlined six common foods that can cause and trigger allergic reactions.They include milk, nuts, eggs, wheat, seafood such as shrimps and lobsters, and soy products like soy milk.Speaking on the topic "Allergies and the Skin: What to Know" on GBC's Breakfast Show, Dr.
Brifo explained that allergies occur when the body's immune system overreacts to a harmless substance.He said this can lead to inflammation, itching, redness, skin rashes, and in severe cases, breathing difficulties.According to him, allergies are very common in urban African communities, affecting about 30 to 40 percent of people.He added that reactions can be caused by environmental factors such as detergents, perfumes, skincare products, insect bites, and foods.Dr.
Brifo noted that food remains one of the leading causes of allergic reactions and highlighted six major triggers.These are cow milk, nuts, eggs, wheat, seafood such as shrimps and lobsters, and soy products.He stressed that while some people may have individual triggers like pineapples, these six foods are the most common culprits, especially in children.On treatment, Dr.
