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Food allergy issues among consumers: a comprehensive review
Samantha Sansweet1, Ria Jindal1, Ruchi Gupta1,2
1Center for Food Allergy and Asthma Research, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, United States.
Frontiers in Nutrition
|April 10, 2024
Summary
Food Allergy (FA) significantly impacts quality of life, affecting social, psychological, and economic well-being. This review highlights the broad dimensions of life challenged by FA, aiming to raise awareness and improve support for individuals with this condition.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Immunology
- Psychology
Background:
- Food Allergy (FA) is a significant and increasing global health issue.
- Prevalence in the US: 8% of children and 11% of adults experience convincing FA.
- FA involves IgE-mediated reactions to specific allergens.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the multifaceted impact of FA on individuals' lives.
- To review current literature on FA's effects on quality of life.
- To increase awareness of FA's social, psychological, and economic dimensions.
Main Methods:
- Mini-review of existing scientific literature.
- Synthesis of findings on FA's impact.
- Focus on quality of life aspects.
Main Results:
- FA negatively affects social well-being.
- Psychological health is significantly impacted by FA.
- Economic factors related to FA are substantial.
Conclusions:
- FA presents broad challenges beyond physical symptoms.
- Understanding these impacts is crucial for better patient support.
- Further awareness can improve the future for those with FA.
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