When someone has a food allergy it means they are allergic to the proteins in a certain food. When they eat that food they may get a skin rash, experience an upset stomach, have a persistent cough, or in serious cases experience anaphylaxis – which can cause your body to go into shock and make it difficult to breathe. Food allergies are very serious so even if you yourself do not have a food allergy it is important to keep our friends with food allergies safe, too!
- Eggs
- Milk
- Wheat
- Soy
- Tree Nuts
- Peanuts
- Fish
- Shellfish
A person can be allergic to any food, but 90% of allergic reactions are in response to these top 8 food allergens.