Life with Food Allergies:
If you have food allergies, it is vital to read
food labels and contact
manufacturers for clarification if you have any concerns about whether
an allergen may have made its way into the item. Product ingredients are
always changing. Check the label, every time, even if the person with
the allergy has safely eaten that exact food before. Food labels aren’t
the only ones you should read. Be sure to check labels on products like
lotion, soap, and cosmetics, which can contain wheat, milk, tree nuts,
or eggs.
It’s also important to avoid
contamination. Every
tool and surface should be thoroughly cleaned with hot, soapy water
before being used. If you are preparing an allergen-free meal alongside
others, make the one without allergens first. Then cover it and place it
well away from the rest of the foods.
According to the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN), eight
different foods are responsible for 90% of all allergic reactions that
are related to food. These allergens are…
- Peanuts
- Tree Nuts
- Milk
- Eggs
- Wheat
- Soy
- Fish
- Shellfish
The only way to prevent an allergic reaction is to steer clear of the
food. There is no medicine currently capable of preventing food
allergies. However, there are some available to help control the
symptoms of a reaction. If a doctor prescribes an
EpiPen, have the person with the allergy carry it with them. If you have an allergy, consider wearing a
medical alert ID.
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