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Mammalian meat allergy (MMA), or Alpha-Gal Syndrome (AGS), is real, and on the rise. As our expert Dr Dr Alexander Gofton explains here, MMA is caused by a tick bite and results in an allergic reaction to a sugar molecule found in most mammals, including cows, pigs and sheep, and mammal-derived products like dairy. Preliminary findings from our research indicate that numbers of MMA have increased by 22 per cent annually since 2020. Unfortunately, there is no cure, but many with the condition can slowly reintroduce meat to their diet after sustained avoidance of MMA containing products, and avoiding further tick bites. Many people can develop the allergy without realising how, so it's important we keep raising awareness of this condition and the importance of avoiding tick bites. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gfyscxGh

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