Wild
What is Wild?
Wild refers to food products that are not farmed or cultivated. This includes fish, seafood, and plants harvested from their natural environments. The term implies a natural origin, distinct from commercially grown or raised products.
Is Wild a major allergen?
Depending on the specific wild-harvested food, it may be a major allergen.
What is Wild used for?
The term 'wild' is used in marketing to appeal to consumers seeking natural or less processed foods.
Is Wild safe?
The FDA does not specifically regulate the term 'wild' as an ingredient itself.
Why it's used
The term 'wild' is used in marketing to appeal to consumers seeking natural or less processed foods. It is most commonly seen on labels for fish, seafood, and sometimes for mushrooms or berries. It does not indicate a specific function but rather the origin of the ingredient.
Health notes
The FDA does not specifically regulate the term 'wild' as an ingredient itself. However, foods labeled 'wild' are subject to general food safety regulations. Depending on the specific food item (e.g., wild fish), there can be considerations regarding natural contaminants like mercury or microplastics, as highlighted in various scientific reviews. The nutritional profile can vary widely based on the specific wild-harvested item.
Allergen info
Depending on the specific wild-harvested food, it may be a major allergen. For example, wild fish and shellfish are among the 9 FDA major allergens. If the product is wild-harvested plant matter, it is not a major allergen unless cross-contamination occurs.
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