My FOODStats report showed elevated antibody levels to banana of which I never eat, how come?
Banana is a very common ingredient found in many fruit shakes, smoothies, and baked goods. With a suspect reaction to banana, do consider a possible cross-reaction to natural rubber latex. Sensitization to latex has extensive cross-reactivity with certain foods, particularly banana, which may lead to clinical allergic reactions. Natural rubber latex is a common ingredient found in many products including balloons, appliance cords, hearing aids, swimwear, condoms, rubber bands, and medical and dental supplies such as masks, gloves, syringes, catheters and bandages.
