Any
information published on this website is not intended as a substitute
for informed medical advice and you should not take any action before
consulting with your allergist or your personal health care provider.
Everyone
has their own comfort zone. Everyone has different allergens. As
always, read all labels, and contact the manufacturer. This is just a
starting place. Ingredients and manufacturing practices do change
without notice or warning. A product which was checked today may not be
safe tomorrow,despite the same packaging. Different sizes and packages
of the same product have been known to contain different ingredients.
You will make the final choice if a product is safe for you and your
family.
Reporting Reactions
Do your best to avoid a reaction, but if it does occur handle it properly. Manage it properly , then be sure to contact the appropriate agencies if you suspect mislabeled or contaminated food was the issue.
Helpful Links to Labeling Laws
USDA
FDA
Contacts you may be interested in reporting a reaction to:
Food and Drug Administration
USDA- manages fresh meats and vegetables
Having a sample allergen tested:FARRP Lab- This lab offers remarkable services to the food allergic population. If you or your family member has experienced a reaction, and suspect that a food you ate may have contained your allergen, consider contacting FARRP. They perform testing for many common allergens in a confidential manner.The website provides contact information, and instructions on how to obtain testing. Kudos to Dr. Taylor for the valuable services he has provided to so many families.
