What percentage of the population do sulfites affect?
The reaction is a chemical sensitivity found in an extremely small percentage of the population. The majority of sulfite-sensitive people are asthmatic, but represent less than 3% of the asthmatics. We have sold low/no sulfite wines to sulfite-sensitive people, always asking for their comments, and have received nothing but positive feedback.
The reaction is a chemical sensitivity found in an extremely small percentage of the population. The majority of sulfite-sensitive people are asthmatic, but represent less than 3% of the asthmatics. In addition, there are a significant number of people with a genedic blood deficiency called G6PD deficiency. These people will have reactions to sulfites that range from minor to life-threatening. They should avoid foods, beverages, and even medications with high levels of sulfites as well as some foods in the legume family. We have sold low/no sulfite wines to sulfite-sensitive people, always asking for their comments, and have received nothing but positive feedback.
