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Common Foods In Unexpected Places

Common Foods In Unexpected Places

Although peanut allergy has been getting a lot of media attention lately, keep in mind that other foods such as milk, egg, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish can be just as difficult to avoid and may cause severe, even fatal, reactions. No matter what food you’re allergic to, managing food allergies is the same – we all need to be on guard for ingredients in unexpected places. This page highlights some examples of what to watch out for.

Found in…

  • Ready-to-eat pork and beef barbeque
  • Hamburgers
  • Hot dogs and sausages
  • Potato chips
  • As an addition to
    mayonnaise and peanut butter (to allow easier spreading)
  • Deli meats
  • Canned tuna

Found in…

  • Meatloaf
  • Meatballs
  • Tartar sauce
  • Pre-cooked fish cakes
  • Pizza
  • Salad dressing
  • Red wine (to clarify)
  • Potato chips
  • Bath products
  • Beverages
  • Baby food

Found in…

  • Potato chips
  • Hamburgers
  • Low-fat peanut butter
  • Sweet and sour sauce
  • Dips and spreads

Found in…

  • Turkey patties
  • Potato chips
  • Rice cakes
  • Marinara sauce
  • Ice cream
  • Play-Doh

Found in…

  • Chili sauce
  • Hot sauce
  • Egg rolls
  • Gravy
  • Hot chocolate
  • Puddings
  • Salads/salad dressing
  • Potato pancakes
  • Specialty pizzas
  • Asian and Mexican
    dishes

Found in…

  • Meat-free burgers/patties
  • Salads/salad dressing
  • Pasta
  • Honey
  • Fish
  • Breading for chicken
  • Pancakes
  • Pie crusts
  • Barbeque sauce

Found in…

  • Salad dressing
  • Bouillabaisse
  • Imitation fish/shellfish
  • Meatloaf
  • Pizza