Could boiling peanuts cure peanut allergy?
Peanut Allergens
Allergens are components that trigger an allergic reaction.
Three major peanut allergens have been identifiedAra h 1,Ara h 2,andAra h 3.
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The major peanut allergens are altered by peanut processing.
Is There Currently a Cure for Peanut Allergy?
If you are interested in immunotherapy, you might contact your allergist to weigh your risks and benefits.
Peanut allergy immunotherapy is a treatment, not a cure, for peanut allergy.
It is designed to reduce the frequency and severity of allergic reactions after accidental exposure to peanuts.
Could Boiling Peanuts Lead to a Cure for Food Allergies?
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