When Your Body Turns Against the Dinner Table: The Growing Phenomenon of Adult-Onset Food Allergies
Food allergies are no longer a condition confined to childhood — a growing number of American adults are developing immune reactions to foods they have eaten safely for decades. The reasons are complex, spanning environmental exposures, shifts in gut microbiome health, and changes in immune system regulation. Dr. Rachna Patel explores the science behind this trend and outlines what patients experiencing new food sensitivities should do next.