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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
- Tell the host about food allergies in advance
- Offer to bring an allergen-safe dish
- Offer to show recipes to guests with food allergies
- Keep food packaging for guests to review
- Avoid cross-contamination during food preparation and serving
- Always have epinephrine with you at meals
More Information on Holiday Food Allergies
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