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Common Food Allergies

Fish Allergy

Fish allergy can cause a serious reaction. Find out how to keep kids safe.

Food Protein Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES)

Food protein induced enterocolitis syndrome, also called FPIES, is a type of delayed food allergy. Someone with FPIES must avoid the foods that might trigger a reaction.

Peanut Allergy

If your child is allergic to nuts or peanuts, it's essential to learn what foods might contain them and how to avoid them.

Red Meat Allergy

A red meat allergy is a food allergy that can happen after a tick bite when a person eats red meat or something made from mammals.

Sesame Allergy

Sesame is one of the most common foods that can cause allergic reactions. Avoiding sesame means more than just not eating it. It also means not eating any foods that might contain sesame as ingredients.

Shellfish Allergy

Shellfish allergy can cause serious reactions. Find out common symptoms of allergic reactions and how to respond.

Soy Allergy

Soy is found in many foods and it's a common food allegy. Find out how to help kids with an allergy stay safe.

Tree Nut Allergy

Sometimes people outgrow some food allergies over time, but tree nut allergies are lifelong in many people.

Wheat Allergy

Wheat allergy can cause serious reactions. Find out how to help kids with an allergy stay safe.