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Scientists tackle allergen challenge at ground zero – allergen-free peanuts, gluten-free beer

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COULD genetic mapping allow allergy sufferers to enjoy peanuts without risk of anaphylaxis? That’s something scientists at the University of Western Australia hope could one day be a possibility, after...

Study confirms link between feeding infants eggs, peanuts and reduced allergy risk

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An academic review has confirmed a link between feeding eggs and peanuts to babies as young as four months and a reduced likelihood of developing allergies to these foods later in life. Although infant...

High fibre diet could rid allergies, Monash University study

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Most would not think that a diet lacking in fibre might be the cause of allergies, but success from Monash University have found evidence supporting this linkage. Studying allergies, scientists at Monash...

‘Be Natural’ into new snacks with fava beans and chickpeas

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Kellogg’s-owned ‘Be Natural’ brand has launched a new range of savoury and sweet snacks in Australia attracting customers with taste buds for Asian and Middle Eastern flavours. Savoury range The...

Oral therapy could cure peanut allergies, Australian research study

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Oral therapy could cure peanut allergies, Australian research study A probiotic treatment for peanut allergy has been successfully trialled by Australian researchers at the Murdoch Children’s Research...

New peanut allergy therapy shows 84 per cent success

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New peanut allergy therapy shows 84 per cent success A new therapy for peanut allergy has been successful in the majority of the 99 children who took part in a trial conducted by researchers at Addenbrooke’s...

Pregnant women need not avoid peanuts to prevent child allergy, study

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Pregnant women need not avoid peanuts, a study has found Women need not fear that eating peanuts during pregnancy could cause their child to develop a peanut allergy, according to a recent study from Boston...

New US research findings might prevent peanut allergy

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The enzyme that is essential to the allergic reaction to peanuts has been identified by researchers at US respiratory hospital, National Jewish Health. Researchers found that blocking the enzyme’s activity...

Satiety snacks key to reducing dietary intake and aid weight loss

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‘Healthy’ snacks that promote a feeling of fullness (satiety) may reduce the amount of food intake at subsequent meals and limit overall food consumption, according to a recent presentation at the...

Peanut quality ‘thermal analysis’ tool for roasters

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Swiss global manufacturer and marketer of precision instruments Mettler Toledo has launched new equipment in Australia designed to help manufacturers ‘optimise’ the roasting process for peanuts. Mettler...