Allergen
What is Allergen?
Allergens are substances in food that can cause an allergic reaction in some individuals. These reactions can range from mild to severe. The most common food allergens are proteins found naturally in foods.
Is Allergen a major allergen?
Allergens are defined by their presence in specific foods that are themselves major allergens.
What is Allergen used for?
Allergens are not added ingredients; rather, they are components of the base ingredients used in food production.
Is Allergen safe?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) identifies eight major food allergens: milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybeans.
Why it's used
Allergens are not added ingredients; rather, they are components of the base ingredients used in food production. For example, wheat is a common ingredient in baked goods, and milk is used in dairy products and many processed foods.
Health notes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) identifies eight major food allergens: milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybeans. Sesame was added as the ninth major allergen in April 2023. For individuals with food allergies, exposure to these allergens can trigger immune responses. Regulatory bodies like the FDA require clear labeling of major allergens on packaged foods to help consumers avoid them.
Allergen info
Allergens are defined by their presence in specific foods that are themselves major allergens. The FDA recognizes nine major food allergens: milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame.
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