Nut Allergy Resources

[Pollyanna]

No, labels aren't the end all be all, but they do help. Did the Chocolate Chex have any food label on it? I avoid products that lack a food label because it tells me (1) none of the 8 most common allergens are in the product or (2) the company is violating the law and not including labeling. I just can't risk it being (2). A missing (or incorrect) allergen warning is a VERY common reason for food recalls.

It had a label, so I assume the label is correct. Maybe there is something else in there that is an issue yet identified. Sigh.

The allergist wants me to keep a detailed food diary for the next three months so that should help.

[scrub-jay]

Yes, could be a different allergy. We've also encountered incorrect labels (they get recalled later for undisclosed allergen). But you can't really plan for that.

[Deebs]

There is a petition going to the White House, asking the FDA to require better labeling of allergens, including for cross contamination.

http://wh.gov/icLq2

Hopefully that link works...