Is cinnamon a nut allergy?

Rolls of cinnamon bark, dried on a table, with a star seed pod in the middle of the cinnamon sticks.

No, cinnamon is not considered a nut allergy, cinnamon is a spice derived from the inner bark of several species of trees in the Cinnamomum genus. This bark is harvested and dried into rolls, which are then ground into a powder (cinnamon). Even though cinnamon is not a nut, it doesn’t mean that you can’t … Read more

Cinnamon Allergy 101: Symptoms, Causes, and Solutions

Rolls of cinnamon bark placed on top of a pile of ground cinnamon.

A cinnamon allergy is when your body has an irrational immune system response to cinnamon (allergic reaction). Cinnamon and spice allergies are not common, which means thoroughly researched information is hard to come by, that’s where I come in! I am providing you with as much credible information as possible on cinnamon allergies. We will … Read more

Spongiotic Dermatitis Foods to Avoid

An array of fresh fruits and vegetables to include carrots, raspberries, spinach, and nuts.

Spongiotic dermatitis can be very frustrating, especially if you don’t know what is causing your symptoms. We are going to explore the spongiotic dermatitis foods to avoid. Did you know that researchers have found that specific foods can lead to an exacerbation of dermatitis, even with applying an awesome spongiotic dermatitis moisturizer? My research has … Read more

Red Meat Allergy From a Tick Bite: Empowering Knowledge

lone star tick on a leaf. This tick is responsible for red meat allergy from a tick bite.

Can you develop a red meat allergy from a tick bite? Yes, you can develop a red meat allergy after being bitten by a tick. It’s essential to understand the causes, symptoms, and management strategies for this allergy as it has unique properties compared to traditional food allergies. As an affiliate, I may earn from … Read more