"Allergic reactions to alcoholic beverages are uncommon, but have been described. By contrast, non-allergic adverse reactions to alcohol such as flushing, irritant reactions, toxic reactions and psychological effects are more common." Source: AllerygyCapital.com
I do know people who seem to have some sort of adverse reaction to red wine, including my husband (complains of headaches and will only drink white wine).
There were some other interesting articles I found, as well:
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I do know people who seem to have some sort of adverse reaction to red wine, including my husband (complains of headaches and will only drink white wine).
There were some other interesting articles I found, as well:
Wine tainted with venom triggers allergic reactions Roxanne Khamsi, 15 August 2007, NewScientist.com news service
Wine Allergy? Insects May Be to Blame Miranda Hitti, WebMD Health News
yikes!
September 16, 2008 - 4:28pmThis Comment
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