https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl What are the chemicals that trigger allergies? How can chemists help prevent allergies? en-us 2017-12-18 13:52:27 UTC 2018-01-10 21:58:00 UTC hello@padlet.com gonciarz_burcya724 https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl/wish/217101335 A recent study published in Environmental Health Perspectives found that common chemicals such as triclosan, an antibacterial chemical used in toothpastes and other personal-care products, and bisphenol-A (BPA), used in plastics and the linings of food cans, could be interfering with our immune systems

https://www.rodalewellness.com/health/chemicals-and-health]]> 2017-12-18 20:54:03 UTC https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl/wish/217101335 gonciarz_burcya724 https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl/wish/217112867 Many nut allergies are triggered when the immune system recognizes specific proteins in the food and releases the antibody immunoglobulin E (IgE) to latch on to the allergen, thereby causing reactions from mild itching to life-threatening anaphylaxis, a whole body reaction that may include an itchy rash, throat swelling, and low blood pressure.

http://www.sciencemag.org/news/2014/08/chemical-modification-could-make-nuts-safe-eat]]> 2017-12-18 21:57:51 UTC https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl/wish/217112867 gonciarz_burcya724 https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl/wish/217117479 Triclosan is a synthetic chlorinated aromatic compound with antibacterial properties that has been used widely in many consumer products such as antibacterial soaps, deodorants, toothpastes, cosmetics, fabrics, plastics, and other products.

http://www.toxipedia.org/display/toxipedia/Triclosan

]]> 2017-12-18 22:37:02 UTC https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl/wish/217117479 gonciarz_burcya724 https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl/wish/217119544 Small amounts of BPA may remain in polycarbonate products and epoxy linings after curing, and be released into food and beverages. Canned foods and liquids stored or heated in polycarbonate containers and epoxy-lined cans appear to be the main source of exposure to BPA.

https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/chemicals/bisphenol_a/index.htm]]> 2017-12-18 23:02:52 UTC https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl/wish/217119544 gonciarz_burcya724 https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl/wish/217120797 If you have an allergy, your immune system overreacts to an allergen by producing antibodies called Immunoglobulin E (IgE). These antibodies travel to cells that release chemicals, causing an allergic reaction. This reaction usually causes symptoms in the nose, lungs, throat, or on the skin. Each type of IgE has specific "radar" for each type of allergen. That's why some people are only allergic to cat dander (they only have the IgE antibodies specific to cat dander); while others have allergic reactions to multiple allergens because they have many more types of IgE antibodies.

https://www.aaaai.org/conditions-and-treatments/conditions-dictionary/immunoglobulin-e-(ige)

]]> 2017-12-18 23:20:52 UTC https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl/wish/217120797 gonciarz_burcya724 https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl/wish/217236179 Triclosan was significantly associated with allergies and hayfever.
https://www.rodalewellness.com/health/chemicals-and-health]]> 2017-12-19 14:08:50 UTC https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl/wish/217236179 gonciarz_burcya724 https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl/wish/217238146 Some of the chemicals in cleaning products and hygiene products may have more risks than benefits.]]> 2017-12-19 14:13:46 UTC https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl/wish/217238146 gonciarz_burcya724 https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl/wish/217286890 During a reaction, your immune system releases antibodies. These are proteins that deliver a message to cells: Stop that substance! The cells then send out histamine, which causes blood vessels to expand, and other chemicals, and these trigger the allergy symptoms. These antibodies are singled-minded.

https://www.webmd.com/allergies/allergic-reaction-causes#1]]> 2017-12-19 16:16:42 UTC https://padlet.com/gonciarz_burcya724/rwtfa8nbz3zl/wish/217286890