Day 6 Of 8 Common Food Allergens Milk

There are many great non dairy milk
alternatives available.  There is almond
milk, soy and even cashew milk.  Low
fat and many with extra calcium.

There terms indicate the presence of milk:

• Milk
• Yogurt
• Kefir
• Whey
• Sour cream, Cream
• Cheese, cream cheese
• Butter
• Casein

Day 5 Of 8 Common Food Allergens Fish

The term fish encompasses all finned
fish including :

• Anchovies
• Bass
• Catfish
• Grouper
• Haddock
• Halibut
• Herring
• Mahi
• Pike
• Pollock
• Salmon
• Scrod
• Sole
• Snapper
• Swordfish
• Tilapia
• Tuna

Many dressings and sauces contain traces of these
fishes.  Be sure to read the ingredients for any of
these words if you have an allergy.

Day 4 Of 8 Common Food Allergens Tree Nuts

The term tree nuts encompasses the following:

• Almonds
• Brazil
• Cashew
• Chestnuts
• Hazelnuts
• Macadamia
• Pecans
• Pine nuts
• Pistachios
• Walnuts

Watch food made with nuts, such as pesto sauce.
Avoid for cross contamination.  Be careful at salad
bars and the toppings at yogurt stores.

Day 3 Of 8 Common Food Allergens Wheat

Gluten free products are usually wheat free.
If you have a severe wheat allergy look for
products made in a certified gluten free
facility to minimize cross contamination.

Common foods such as soy sauce, broth,
gravies, and some medicines contain wheat.

These terms indicate wheat:

• Bread crumbs
• Bulgur
• Couscous
• Durum
• Einkkorn
• Farina
• Flour
• Kamut
• Semolina
• Spelt
• Triticale
• Wheat

Day 2 Of 8 Common Food Allergens Peanuts

Peanuts along with tree nuts and seafood are
the most common triggers of anaphylaxis.

Some people with peanut and tree nut allergies
are also advised to avoid seeds. 

Look for products made in a dedicated nut free
facility.  Avoid products whose ingredient label
says, "made in a facility that also processed peanuts",
to be safe. 
These terms indicate presence of peanuts:

• Arachis oil
• Beer nuts
• Kernels
• Nut meats
• Goober nuts
• Valencias

Day 1 Of 8 Common Food Allergens Gluten

Wheat is considered a common food allergen.
However, gluten is not considered common and
therefore, is not required to be declared.

Wheat free does not necessarily mean that a
food is gluten free.  It may contain other sources
of gluten such as barley or rye.

Malt flavoring and malt vinegar may be derived
from barley and should be avoided on a gluten
free diet.  Be sure to read the labels carefully.

Tips To Avoid Food Allergy Reactions during the holidays

Holidays are a great time to spend with family
and friends.  Here are some ideas to help to
avoid any food reactions. 

1.  Freeze dishes ahead of time.  Prepare items
and any side dishes that you can bring with
you.  When  ready to eat defrost and serve.  It
 will be a dish you like and you know is ok to eat.

2.  Only use foods from products you trust and
are labeled allergy free.