How To Know If You Are Allergic To Nuts

Reactions Occur With Any Nut And Nut-Containing Foods

There are eight common food allergies in the United States: eggs, soy, milk, fish, shellfish, wheat, peanuts, and tree nuts. Peanuts are legumes that grow underground while other nuts grow on trees. Most individuals allergic to nuts are also allergic to peanuts. The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act requires all food manufacturers to include the presence of peanuts on the label of any food product that contains peanuts, peanut flour, peanut butter, and peanut protein hydrolysate. Nuts can be hidden in some foods such as baked goods, candy, chili, egg rolls, enchilada sauce, and nougat.

Continue reading to reveal how a food allergy is properly diagnosed.