Is Airborne Peanut Allergy a Myth? What the Research Says

Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Few allergy fears are as common — or as misunderstood — as the idea that simply smelling peanuts or sitting near them can cause anaphylaxis. It’s a real worry, especially on planes and in classrooms. So what does the actual research say? The short version: true airborne anaphylaxis is far rarer than most people believe.

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Is Airborne Peanut Allergy a Myth? What the Research Says