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Arugula

Arugula

Vegetables

Vegetables

Vegetables

Arugula & Eczema

Extremely rare allergen — only 4–5 cases worldwide. All reacted to raw only; cooking eliminated the problem. Safe for virtually all people with eczema.

🎯 Symphony Trigger Score
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🎯 Symphony Trigger Score

1/5

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Summary

Summary

Summary

Arugula (also called rocket) allergy is extremely rare — only 4–5 cases have been published in medical literature worldwide. It is not an established eczema trigger. In all documented cases, reactions occurred only to raw arugula — cooking appeared to completely eliminate the problem, indicating the allergenic proteins are destroyed by heat.

This means a reaction to arugula salad but no problem with cooked greens would point toward heat-labile protein sensitivity. Arugula is a member of the Brassicaceae (mustard/cabbage) family. It is included in this database for completeness, but the evidence base for it as a meaningful eczema trigger is essentially absent.

Arugula (also called rocket) allergy is extremely rare — only 4–5 cases have been published in medical literature worldwide. It is not an established eczema trigger. In all documented cases, reactions occurred only to raw arugula — cooking appeared to completely eliminate the problem, indicating the allergenic proteins are destroyed by heat.

This means a reaction to arugula salad but no problem with cooked greens would point toward heat-labile protein sensitivity. Arugula is a member of the Brassicaceae (mustard/cabbage) family. It is included in this database for completeness, but the evidence base for it as a meaningful eczema trigger is essentially absent.

Arugula (also called rocket) allergy is extremely rare — only 4–5 cases have been published in medical literature worldwide. It is not an established eczema trigger. In all documented cases, reactions occurred only to raw arugula — cooking appeared to completely eliminate the problem, indicating the allergenic proteins are destroyed by heat.

This means a reaction to arugula salad but no problem with cooked greens would point toward heat-labile protein sensitivity. Arugula is a member of the Brassicaceae (mustard/cabbage) family. It is included in this database for completeness, but the evidence base for it as a meaningful eczema trigger is essentially absent.

The Details - Arugula & Eczema

The Details - Arugula & Eczema

The Details - Arugula & Eczema

Reaction Timeline

Immediate (minutes to 2 hours)

Immediate (minutes to 2 hours)

All reported cases involved immediate reactions (urticaria, OAS, one anaphylaxis case) to raw arugula. No delayed eczema-specific reactions documented.

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How Much Is Needed To React?

Insufficient data

Insufficient data

Insufficient data

Too few cases to determine threshold. If you suspect arugula, simply avoid it raw and test cooked.

Does Preparation Matter?

Yes — preparation significantly changes reactivity

Yes — preparation significantly changes reactivity

Yes — preparation significantly changes reactivity

All reported allergic reactions occurred to RAW arugula only. Cooking appears to denature the responsible allergens completely. If you react to raw arugula salad but not cooked greens, this supports arugula allergy with heat-labile allergens. [26]

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Also Watch Out For...

  1. Other Brassicaceae (unlikely — no established cross-reactivity)

  2. Mugwort pollen — theoretical Brassicaceae/mugwort cross-reactivity but not documented for arugula

What To Use Instead

  1. Baby spinach (for salads — note: spinach is on the trigger list for histamine)

  2. Watercress (peppery flavor, different species)

  3. Endive or radicchio (for bitter salad greens)

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Hidden Sources

This food is relatively easy to avoid. Check: 1. Pre-made salad mixes (arugula/rocket common)
2. Pizza topping (fresh arugula added after baking)
3. Pesto (some recipes use arugula instead of basil)

Symphony helps you know if Arugula is your why.

Symphony helps you know if Arugula is your why.

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This content is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Food triggers are highly individual — a food appearing in this database does not mean it will cause your eczema to flare. The information presented is drawn from published clinical research and patient community reports, but it is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment. If you suspect a food allergy or sensitivity, consult a dermatologist or allergist. The gold standard for identifying food triggers remains a supervised elimination diet with oral food challenges. Symphony is a tracking tool, not a diagnostic or medical device.

This content is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Food triggers are highly individual — a food appearing in this database does not mean it will cause your eczema to flare. The information presented is drawn from published clinical research and patient community reports, but it is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment. If you suspect a food allergy or sensitivity, consult a dermatologist or allergist. The gold standard for identifying food triggers remains a supervised elimination diet with oral food challenges. Symphony is a tracking tool, not a diagnostic or medical device.

This content is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Food triggers are highly individual — a food appearing in this database does not mean it will cause your eczema to flare. The information presented is drawn from published clinical research and patient community reports, but it is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment. If you suspect a food allergy or sensitivity, consult a dermatologist or allergist. The gold standard for identifying food triggers remains a supervised elimination diet with oral food challenges. Symphony is a tracking tool, not a diagnostic or medical device.