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cream. Kick sacks, or hacky sacks, and bean bags are sometimes filled with nut shells. Commonly asked questions:
Q: Should coconut be avoided by someone with a tree nut allergy? A: Coconuts are not usually restricted in
diet of an individual allergic to tree nuts. But
some people have reacted to coconut, therefore, discuss this with your doctor before introducing it into your diet. Q: Is nutmeg safe? A: It is considered safe for someone who is allergic to tree nuts but, as always, consult your
physician. Q: Should water chestnuts be avoided? A: They are not a nut but an edible portion of a plant root, and are considered safe for
someone who is allergic to tree nuts.
Note: Individuals allergic to specific tree nuts are advised to avoid all tree nuts and peanuts
as well.
Fish and/or Shellfish Allergy
Allergic reactions to fish and shellfish are commonly reported in both adults and children.
Fish-allergic individuals should be cautious when eating away from home. You should avoid fish
and seafood restaurants due to potential risk of cross-contamination in food-preparation
area of your “non-fish” meal from a counter, spatula, cooking oil, fryer, or grill exposed to
fish. Also, fish protein can become airborne during cooking and cause an allergic reaction – some
individuals have had reactions from walking through a fish market.
Some hidden sources of fish/shellfish:
Suriimi (imitation crab meat) contains fish. Caesar salad dressings and steak or Worcestershire sauce often contain anchovies. Caponata, a traditional sweet-and-sour Sicilian relish, can contain anchovies. Commonly asked questions:
Q: Should iodine be avoided by fish or shellfish-allergic individuals? A: Allergy to iodine, allergy to radiocontrast material (used in some lab procedures), and
allergy to fish or shellfish are not related.
*Allergic reactions to fish and shellfish can be severe and are often a cause of anaphylaxis. It
is generally recommended that individuals who have had an allergic reaction to one species of
fish or positive skin tests to fish avoid all fish - same rule applies to shellfish.
Soy Allergy
Avoiding products made with soybeans can be difficult since soybeans have become a major part of
processed food products. Keep in mind, soybeans and soy products are found in baked goods, canned
tuna, cereal, crackers, infant formulas, sauces, and soups. Some brands of peanut butter list soy
on their labels. Soy-allergic individuals should consult their doctor whether or not to avoid
soybean oil and soy lecithin.
Wheat Allergy
Some hidden sources of wheat:
Keep in mind to read food labels carefully – some brands of hot dog buns and ice creams contain
wheat. Some types of imitation crabmeat contain wheat. Wheat flour is sometimes flavored and shaped to look like pork, beef and shrimp, especially in
Asian dishes. Many country-style wreaths are decorated with wheat products. Commonly asked questions:
Q: Are kamut and spelt safe alternatives to wheat? A: No. Kamut is a cereal grain which is related to wheat. Claims that spelt is safe for
wheat-allergic individuals are untrue. Wheat-allergic individuals can react as readily to spelt
as they do to common wheat.
Note: If you have food allergies, don’t be shy about asking restaurants, friends, or anyone else
serving you food to list food’s ingredients.
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Traveling with Food Allergies Remember, your food allergy will always travel with you. To ensure that your next trip is
relaxing and enjoyable, you should plan for changes in your environment that may affect your
food allergies.
Pack all medications you will need on your trip in your purse, briefcase or carry-on luggage so
you don’t lose them if your luggage is delayed. Make sure you bring more than enough, and store your medications in their original containers,
which list instructions on how to take medication and obtain refills. Also, when flying
abroad, original container identifies medicines for custom officials. Be extremely cautious when eating airline food. Since food comes from a vendor, no one on
board may be able to tell you specific ingredients of foods. Make sure to carry your portable, injectable epinephrine in case you have a severe reaction while
in flight.
Robert Walker is a health information marketer and writer that writes for The Men's Health Advantage Report at http://todays-man-health-advocate.com.
