Globally, 2 to 3% people have a spice allergy, said allergists at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Common spice allergy triggers include cinnamon and garlic, but can range from black pepper to vanilla. Several spice blends contain anywhere from three to 18 spices, and the hotter the spice, the greater the chance for allergy.
Spices are one of the most widely used ingredients in foods, cosmetics and dental products, with most makeup, bodyoils, toothpaste and fragrances including one or more species. Species are not regulated and are often not noted on food labels, making species possibly the most difficult, allergen to identify or avoid.
According to estimates, spice allergy is responsible for 2% of food allergies.
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Hindustan Times- Wellness
11/11/2012
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