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It's common for people with soy allergy to have skin reactions such as hives or eczema upon exposure to soy. These are red, itchy, and sometimes painful rashes that typically appear within minutes to hours after eating or touching soy products.
Symptoms like nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea often occur as a result of the body's reaction to soy proteins. These can be an immediate reaction, or may not appear until hours later, making them harder to associate with specific foods.
Individuals may experience respiratory symptoms like wheezing, difficulty breathing, nasal congestion and a runny or stuffy nose. Severe reactions can result in anaphylaxis, a life-threatening condition that needs immediate medical attention.
This condition involves an allergic reaction to certain proteins in a variety of fruits, vegetables and nuts. It can cause symptoms in the mouth and throat such as itching, irritation, swelling, and difficulty swallowing.
Upon ingestion of soy, some individuals may feel a sense of numbness or tingling in their mouth. This sensation can also manifest as a slight swelling of the lips or tongue.
In severe cases, a person with a soy allergy might experience a significant drop in blood pressure shortly after eating a soy product. This can lead to symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, and potentially fainting.
Recognize your symptoms?
Recognizing if you have a Soy allergy involves examining your symptoms after consuming soy or soy-based products and seeking professional medical testing. Here's a guide that can assist you.
Observe Your Symptoms
Seek Professional Allergy Testing
If after evaluating your symptoms you suspect a soy allergy, it's important to get a professional diagnosis. A healthcare provider can conduct a skin prick test or a blood test to confirm your suspicions. In some cases, they may also recommend eliminating soy from your diet and then gradually reintroducing it to see if symptoms recur.
Note: Always Consult a Healthcare Provider
If you suspect that you have a soy allergy, it's essential to consult a healthcare professional before implementing any major dietary changes. Self-diagnosis can often be incorrect, leading to unnecessary diet restrictions.
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Read product labels closely as many processed foods like cereals, canned broths, soups, sauces and even processed meats often contain soy. Many food products with labels indicating ingredients as natural flavours, vegetable broth or gum arabic might also contain soy.
Use alternatives like almond milk or rice milk instead of soy milk, and olive or vegetable oil instead of soy oil. For protein, you can include other sources like lean meats, poultry, fish, eggs and dairy.
While dining out, inform the server and chef about your soy allergy so they can guide you with the safe dishes for you to consume. This can help avoid any cross-contamination during food preparation as well.
For those with severe reactions, wearing medical identification stating your allergy could be a lifesaver. You can wear a medical bracelet or necklace that clearly states you are allergic to soy products. This information can guide first responders towards appropriate treatment, in the event of allergic reaction.
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