Allergies are a common health issue that affects millions of people around the world, and celebrities are no exception. While actors, singers, and entertainers often appear flawless on screen and on stage, they are still ordinary people who deal with the same everyday conditions as everyone else. One of those conditions is allergies, which can range from mild inconveniences to serious health concerns that require careful management.
Allergies occur when the body’s immune system mistakenly identifies a normally harmless substance as a threat. When this happens, the immune system reacts by releasing chemicals such as histamine to defend the body, which leads to a variety of symptoms.
Because allergic reactions vary from person to person, the triggers and severity can be very different for each individual. Some people only experience mild discomfort, while others must avoid certain substances entirely to prevent dangerous reactions. Korean celebrities have also spoken openly about the allergies they live with, revealing that their busy schedules and public lives do not shield them from these everyday health challenges.
Here is a look at some Korean stars and the allergies they have shared with the public.
Kang Daniel
Shellfish
Kang Daniel revealed he once fainted after eating a shrimp burger during his trainee days.
Shin Min Ah
Cucumber and peas
The actress revealed her allergy is not as severe, and she can have them in moderation.
Taeyeon
Nuts and Milk
Taeyeon previously revealed she has been avoiding any foods with nuts for a while. However, recently she added white milk to the list after receiving tests.
Seolhyun
Dairy
Moon Chae Won
Also Dairy
She once revealed she would get hives if she ate ice cream.
Park Shin Hye
Sunlight
She once revealed her face would break out and her lips would become chapped if she stayed in the sunlight for too long.
BTS’s Jin
Garlic and Eggs
Jin revealed to fans that he stopped his cooking hobby after finding out he was allergic to garlic and eggs. He explained to fans that it was too difficult to cut out garlic, as most Korean foods include garlic as an ingredient.
Song Ji Hyo
Pharmaceutical drugs
She once explained she was allergic to pharmaceutical drugs, which prevented her from getting the COVID vaccine.
Hwang Min Hyun
Dust, Salt
Hwang Min Hyun revealed he can consume salt, but it can’t come in contact with his skin. He explained that his skin becomes sensitive when in contact with salt water, including his sweat.
Kim Dong Wook
Sunlight
The actor revealed he took medication to tan for a drama role.
Go Youn Jung
mosquito bites, shrimp
She revealed that filming in the summer becomes difficult due to her allergy to mosquito bites. She explained that her shrimp allergy is not as severe, so she can seldom consume them.
Krystal
Apples
She revealed she is allergic to fresh apples but can consume processed apples.
Lee Dong Hwi
Cats
Although the actor is allergic to cats, he has a pet cat.
SinB
Grapes
Yuju
Kiwi
The idol revealed her throat would swell up if she ate Kiwis.
Vernon
Pollen and peanuts
Jeno
Cats
He revealed he loves cats and has three cats despite his allergies.
Sumin
Milk
Isa
Oatmeal, eggs, milk, yogurt, cheese, chicken, pineapple, soy, soymilk, pollen, melons, peaches, cherries, plums, pepper (seed), apples, figs
Isa shocked fans when she revealed the list of allergies she has. She explained her face would swell when she drinks milk, and her throat would become irritated when drinking soymilk. Recently, the list increased after she received tests.
Han Ye Ji
Wheat
The actress, known for her role in ‘Resident Playbook,’ revealed she is allergic to wheat and would eat rice-based products. During the filming of the drama, she revealed she would only chew on wheat products, such as the churros, and spit them out.
Do you know other celebrities with interesting allergies or have allergies of your own? Let us know in the comments below!
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