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EVE’s Healthy Bite MAY MOTIVATION ALLERGIES

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1 EVE’s Healthy Bite MAY MOTIVATION ALLERGIES
More than 150 million Europeans suffer from chronic allergic diseases An allergy is an over-reaction of the immune system responding to something that is normally harmless Allergic reactions can be caused by many things including cosmetics, food, animals, grass and pollen There isn't one test to diagnose all allergies Diagnosis requires both a test and a medical consultation For more information visit:

2 EVE’s Healthy Bite MAY MOTIVATION ALLERGIES
Allergic symptoms generally happen where the item causing the allergy comes into contact with the body Food allergies can cause swelling in the mouth or throat, hives on the body, runny nose and eyes, feeling sick, diarrhoea or vomiting Airborne allergies can cause nasal and eye symptoms such as sneezing, streaming eyes and wheezing For more information visit:

3 EVE’s Healthy Bite MAY MOTIVATION ALLERGIES
Anaphylactic shock is a severe allergic reaction to food Symptoms can include a sudden feeling of weakness and breathing problems as the throat starts to swell up or close This can be a life-threatening reaction and requires immediate treatment by adrenaline injection, followed by expert medical assistance If you suspect that you or someone you know is having anaphylactic shock dial 999 and ask for an ambulance For more information visit:

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The most effective way of managing an allergy is to avoid all contact with it! Medication cannot cure your allergy, but can be used to treat the common symptoms Most treatments are available over the counter but always ask your pharmacist or GP for advice before starting to take any new medication For more information visit:


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