Fish and Shellfish Allergy
Learn the basics of seafood allergy, including information on how to follow a shellfish-free diet.
Glucosamine and Shellfish Allergy
Glucosamine is a common dietary supplement used in the treatment of arthritis. Because it is made from the shells of shrimp, crab and lobster, it is not recommended for people with shellfish allergy. Find out more about the possible link between glucosamine and shellfish allergy, and why it may be possible for people with shellfish allergy to take this supplement.
Glucosamine is a common dietary supplement used in the treatment of arthritis. Because it is made from the shells of shrimp, crab and lobster, it is not recommended for people with shellfish allergy. Find out more about the possible link between glucosamine and shellfish allergy, and why it may be possible for people with shellfish allergy to take this supplement.
How to Read a Shellfish-Free Diet
If you or your child is allergic to shellfish, you know how difficult it is to eat a shellfish-free diet. Here is a list of shellfish-containing foods to avoid.
If you or your child is allergic to shellfish, you know how difficult it is to eat a shellfish-free diet. Here is a list of shellfish-containing foods to avoid.
Is There an Association Between IV Dye and Shellfish Allergy?
The association between IV dye allergy and shellfish allergy is just a myth.
The association between IV dye allergy and shellfish allergy is just a myth.
I’m Allergic to Shrimp. Can I Eat Lobster?
If you're allergic to one kind of shellfish, you might be allergic to all types of shellfish.
If you're allergic to one kind of shellfish, you might be allergic to all types of shellfish.