Common Allergens
Milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, fish, shellfish, sesame
Itchy mouth, hives, or upset stomach
Is plain white rice usually safe for gluten-free diets?
Yes, it's naturally gluten-free
Singer with a peanut allergy: Ariana ____
Ariana Grande
First thing to do if someone is experiencing a severe reaction?
Use EpiPen immediately
What nut isn't actually a tree nut?
What is the difference between an intolerance and an allergy?
Allergy = immune system
Intolerance = digestion
Granola bar with "may contain peanuts"?
Not safe. Over 7% of products that say "may contain peanuts" contain traces of peanuts.
Tennis star with celiac disease?
Novak Djokovic
After using EpiPen, then do what?
Call 911
What is the #1 cause of fatal food allergy reactions in the US?
Peanuts
True or false: Allergies can cause stomach pain
True
Soy sauce for a wheat-free diet?
Not safe (contains wheat unless labeled GF)
Former U.S. president with a peanut allergy?
Bill Clinton
Where should an EpiPen be injected?
Outer thigh
Name 2 less common allergens (not in the top 9)
Corn, mustard, meat, etc.
Which system shuts down anaphylaxis?
Respiratory (breathing) system
Oatmeal "processed in a facility with nuts"?
Risky, not safe for nut allergies
Disney star with nut allergies: Corbin _____
Corbin Bleu
How long should you hold an EpiPen when injecting?
3-10 seconds (depends on model)
What does "cross-contact" mean?
When an allergen touches food that should be safe
Anaphylaxis
Dark chocolate bar no nuts listed, no label?
Not safe (may contain traces
Tennis player with a severe peanut allergy?
Serena Williams
Why call 911 even if the patient is better?
Reaction can return (biphasic reaction)