Of the many things parents are encouraged to freak out about, the fear that a peanut will cross your toddler's lips is way up there. Just how much fear is necessary, and how much is due to the 24-hour news cycle? See more »

Food allergies and food intolerance have made the headlines in recent years. More children appear to be suffering from severe food allergies and more adults appear to be coping with food intolerance. You or someone you love may be experiencing a food allergy or food intolerance. Take this quiz and learn about how food can cause negative health reactions in the young and old. See more »

Food allergies are a hypersensitivity by the immune system to certain foods. Allergic reactions can range from tingling lips to abdominal cramps to even shock. Learn more about food allergies. See more »

No food can cause an allergic reaction the first time it's ingested. However, severe reactions can occur any time afterward. See some of the most common foods that trigger allergies. See more »

Food allergies are responsible for a wide variety of symptoms. Learn whether there are food allergies that cause earaches in this article. See more »

Food allergies can cause a variety of symptoms. Learn whether any food allergies cause edema in this article. See more »

Food allergies can affect your behavior, causing hyperactivity, depression, anxiety and more. Learn whether food allergies can affect your behavior in this article. See more »

A chemical called histamine causes most allergic symptoms. Learn whether food allergies can cause a rash in this article. See more »

Food allergies can cause acne, among other skin conditions. Find out whether food allergies can cause acne in this article. See more »

Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical care. Learn whether food allergies can cause anaphylaxis in this article. See more »