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Avoid These Foods If You Have Seasonal Allergies

April 15, 2026

An apple a day may keep the doctor away but maybe not if you have seasonal allergies. Certain foods contain proteins that are nearly identical to pollen allergens, so if you’re already sneezing, they can trigger an allergic reaction — like an itchy throat or tingling and swollen lips. It’s called cross-reactivity or oral allergy syndrome. So how do you figure out what foods to avoid during pollen season? Watch this video.