Hidden Holiday Food Allergens

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Summary: Hidden Holiday Food Allergens

Holidays that revolve around food can truly be challenges for families raising children with food allergies. Here are some common allergens found in traditional family meals.

• Holiday cookies: wheat, nuts, dairy, eggs
• Self-basting turkey: soy, wheat, dairy
• Green bean casserole: dairy, wheat
• Sauces and salad dressings: fish, shellfish, eggs
• Sweet Potato Casserole: dairy, nuts
• Pies: dairy, wheat, nuts

6 Tips to Prevent Food Allergy Issues

1. Tell the host about food allergies in advance
2. Offer to bring an allergen-safe dish
3. Offer to show recipes to guests with food allergies
4. Keep food packaging for guests to review
5. Avoid cross-contamination during food preparation and serving
6. Always have epinephrine with you at meals

More Information on Holiday Food Allergies

• Pediatric Food Allergy Program
• Food Allergy Information

• Food Allergy Research
• New Food Allergy Recommendations
• Find a Doctor

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