Allergic Reaction to Mangoes

 The mango is a popular tropical fruit in the United States and in warmer climates around the world. Initially cultivated in India thousands of years ago, mangoes are now grown in many temperate climates around the world, including Southeast Asia, Mexico, Spain, Australia and Brazil. It is often referred to as “the king of fruits” because it can be eaten in many different forms, including as a fresh fruit, blended in shakes and smoothies, as well as in juices, jams and even dried and pickled.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Allergic Reaction to Mangoes  The mango is a popular tropical fruit in the United States and in warmer climates around the world. Initially cultivated in India thousands of years ago, mangoes are now grown in many temperate climates around the world, including Southeast Asia, Mexico, Spain, Australia and Brazil. It is often referred to as “the king of fruits” because it can be eaten in many different forms, including as a fresh fruit, blended in shakes and smoothies, as well as in juices, jams and even dried and pickled. Daniel More, MD Allergies Expert Mango Allergy Despite its popularity, allergic reactions to mangoes aren’t very common. However, reactions have been described as a result of eating mangoes – in 3 very different forms: anaphylaxis, contact dermatitis and oral allergy syndrome. Learn more about each type of allergic reaction that can occur as a result of eating mangoes. READ NOW Oral Allergy Syndrome The oral allergy syndrome (OAS) is caused by cross-reactivity between proteins in fresh fruits and vegetables and pollens. This syndrome occurs in a large number (up to 70 percent) of people with pollen allergy. The proteins in the fruits and vegetables causing OAS are easily broken down with cooking or processing. Therefore, the OAS typically does not occur with cooked or baked fruits and vegetables, or processed fruits such as in applesauce.   READ NOW Latex-Fruit Allergy Cross-reactivity between latex and various foods result from the presence of similar proteins in natural rubber latex and certain foods. Reactions to various foods can occur in people with latex allergy, and can include symptoms ranging from the oral allergy syndrome to life-threatening anaphylaxis. It is also possible for people with food allergy to various fruits to become allergic to latex as a result of similar proteins in the 2 substances. READ NOW Featured Articles • The Udder Truth about Cow’s Milk Alternatives for Milk Allergy • Try This Low-Carb Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Filling • How Strong is Your Upper Body? Take the Pushup Fitness Test and Find Out • Eat Quercetin Rich Foods for Muscle Recovery • The 20-Minute Weight Training Workout For Seniors • Reduce ED Risks with Exercise • Here's What Happens in a Clinical Thyroid Evaluation • Ancient Secrets for Creating a Happy Life Advertisement About Allergies  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Allergies newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.