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Food allergy: nuts and tree nuts.

Jesus F Crespo1, John M James, Consuelo Fernandez-Rodriguez

  • 1Hospital Universitario Doce de Octubre, Madrid, Spain. jfernandezc.hdoc@salud.madrid.org

The British Journal of Nutrition
|November 28, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Nut allergy affects about 1% of the UK and US population. While some children outgrow peanut allergy, severe reactions are possible, necessitating education on avoidance and emergency treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Allergy and Immunology
  • Clinical Nutrition
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Nut allergy is a significant health concern, affecting approximately 1% of the UK and US populations.
  • Prevalence varies globally due to dietary habits and cooking methods, with peanuts being a common allergen in the USA and France.
  • Genetic factors are implicated in peanut allergy development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the epidemiology, allergens, diagnosis, natural history, and management of nut allergies.
  • To highlight the potential severity and life-threatening nature of nut-induced allergic reactions.
  • To emphasize the importance of patient education and prompt treatment protocols.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of nut allergy epidemiology, allergen identification, and clinical studies.

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  • Analysis of diagnostic methods including immunological testing and oral challenges.
  • Examination of natural history studies and treatment guidelines for nut allergies.

    • Main Results:

    • Nut allergens include seed storage proteins, profilins, and pathogenesis-related protein homologues (panallergens).
    • Specific IgE to multiple nuts is common, but clinical cross-reactivity is often limited.
    • Approximately 20% of peanut-allergic children may outgrow their allergy or develop oral tolerance.
    • Allergic reactions to nuts can be severe, potentially life-threatening, with documented fatal outcomes.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective management requires comprehensive patient and family education on allergen avoidance and recognizing/treating reactions.
    • Prompt recognition and management of anaphylaxis are crucial for preventing severe outcomes.
    • Understanding the immunological basis and natural history aids in personalized patient care.