Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
“Helping you understand allergies—one episode at a time”
Welcome to Hope & Histamine, the trusted podcast for families navigating the complex world of paediatric allergies. Hosted by a dedicated healthcare professional, this show offers clear, compassionate, and evidence-based guidance on the diagnosis, treatment, and day-to-day management of allergies and atopic conditions in children.
From eczema to food allergies, asthma to anaphylaxis, each episode breaks down medical facts into practical advice—empowering parents, caregivers, and patients with reliable information and hope.
Tune in for expert insights, real stories, and up-to-date recommendations designed to help you breathe a little easier.
Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
From Birch to Bite: The Hidden Allergy of Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome
Have you ever wondered why some people get an itchy mouth or tingling lips after eating fresh fruit, vegetables, or nuts—especially during pollen season? In this episode of Hope & Histamine, we uncover the fascinating connection between pollen and food allergies, known as Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome (PFAS) or Oral Allergy Syndrome.
Join us as we explore how pollen proteins “cross-react” with certain plant foods, why birch and grass pollens are the usual culprits, and what symptoms parents and clinicians should watch for. We’ll also discuss practical tips on diagnosis, dietary management, and when to refer for specialist allergy testing.
Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a parent, or simply curious about the science behind seasonal allergies, this episode offers evidence-based insights and simple explanations that bring clarity to a common—but often misunderstood—allergic condition.
Sources:
- Al-Shaikhly, T., Cox, A., Nowak-Wegrzyn, A. et al. (2024) 'An International Delphi Consensus on the Management of Pollen-Food Allergy Syndrome: A Work Group Report of the AAAAI Adverse Reactions to Foods Committee', J Allergy Clin Immunol Pract, 12(12), pp. 3242–3249.
- Eigenmann, P. and Ebisawa, M. (2022) 'Editorial comments on: “Food allergy in early childhood increases the risk of pollen food allergy syndrome”', Pediatric Allergy Immunology, 35(5), doi: 10.1111/pai.13788.
- Haidar, L., Bănărescu, C.F., Ut,a, C. et al. (2025) 'Pollen–Food Allergy Syndrome: Allergens, Clinical Insights, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenges', Appl. Sci., 15(1), p. 66.
- Kelso, J.M. (2000) 'Pollen±food allergy syndrome' (Editorial), Clinical and Experimental Allergy, 30(7), pp. 905–907.
- Kim, M., Ahn, Y., Yoo, Y. et al. (2019) 'Clinical Manifestations and Risk Factors of Anaphylaxis in Pollen–Food Allergy Syndrome', Yonsei Med J, 60(10), pp. 960–968.
Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast and on this website is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your doctor or a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have about a medical condition. Please don't ignore or delay seeking medical advice based on content from this podcast or website.
Buy me a coffee: https://coff.ee/goodlifecreations
Brought to you by - Goodlife Creations (2026).
Music by - Denys Kyshchuk from Pixabay.