Corn is a field crop that is rich in many nutrients, especially carbohydrates and vitamins. Many people like to use it in both savory and sweet dishes. The nutritional value of corn kernels, other parts of corn also have medicinal properties. But if you notice that you are experiencing various health problems every time after eating food containing ingredients such as “corn,” it may mean that you are at risk of corn allergy.

Corn allergy may occur from the immune system responding to certain substances in corn. Which is the release of immunoglobulin E (IgE) to eliminate those substances and ready to be release to stimulate cells in the immune system to release histamine, causing your body to recognize the signs of an allergic reaction and reveal it in the form of various reactions.

Importantly, it is not just fresh corn that you can be allergic to. Other products that contain corn, such as corn syrup, corn oil สนใจสมัคร? คลิกที่นี่เพื่อเริ่มต้น, corn starch, corn milk , etc., can also cause allergic reactions. Symptoms usually appear within minutes to up to 2 hours after eating corn or corn products and may include:

• Hives or rash
• Headache
• Swelling of the lips, tongue, throat, face, or other parts of the body
• Tingling or itching sensation in the mouth
• Gastrointestinal problems such as nausea, vomiting or diarrhea
• Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting
• Difficulty breathing with wheezing or nasal congestion

People who have food allergies usually cannot be cure completely. They can protect themselves from allergic conditions such as corn allergy by being careful about what they eat or using products that contain corn and by changing to eating other fruits instead.

Importantly, if you must eat food outside of your household or cook in a regular restaurant, always clearly state to the staff about the ingredients you are allergic to, to prevent and reduce the risk of corn allergies that may occur from the ingredients in the food you eat.