Food Allergy Symptoms
An allergic reaction to food, often called food allergies, can cause mild to serious symptoms such as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Stomach cramps
- Indigestion
- Diarrhea
- Hives or skin rash
- Headaches
- Asthma
- Stuffy nose, sneezing and runny nose
Some mild food allergy symptoms may be caused by a food sensitivity rather than an allergic reaction. An allergist can help determine if it is a true allergic reaction.
Shellfish, peanuts and tree nuts are the most common food allergens for adults. Milk, eggs, soy, wheat, shellfish, peanuts and tree nuts are the most common food allergens for children.