Abstract

The legume family plays a fundamental role in human nutrition as a substantial protein source. In the countries where they are widely consumed (Mediterranean area), legumes are one of the most common foods causing allergic reactions particularly in children [1]. It has been documented that seed storage proteins represent major allergens of legumes [2], but recent studies have strengthened the paper of Lipid Transfer Proteins (LTP) as novel legume allergens whose sensitization is directly linked to adult peanut allergy in our country

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  • The legume family plays a fundamental role in human nutrition as a substantial protein source

  • It has been documented that seed storage proteins represent major allergens of legumes [2], but recent studies have strengthened the paper of Lipid Transfer Proteins (LTP) as novel legume allergens whose sensitization is directly linked to adult peanut allergy in our country [3,4]

  • Skin prick tests (SPT) with Profilin was negative and Pru p3 was positive; both extracts were obtained from ALKAbello (Madrid, Spain)

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The legume family plays a fundamental role in human nutrition as a substantial protein source. Sublingual Immunotherapy with Quantified Peach Extract: An Alternative Treatment in Legumes Allergy It has been documented that seed storage proteins represent major allergens of legumes [2], but recent studies have strengthened the paper of Lipid Transfer Proteins (LTP) as novel legume allergens whose sensitization is directly linked to adult peanut allergy in our country [3,4].

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